- Volvo has issued a new rearview camera recall (25V-908) after a prior recall (25V-282) failed to fully resolve camera failures
- The updated recall affects many of the same vehicles, but now includes additional Volvo models and model years
- Volvo plans to implement a revised software-based remedy, confirming that the original recall repair did not correct the underlying issue
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Overview of Volvo Rearview Camera Recalls
Volvo previously recalled certain vehicles under NHTSA campaign 25V-282 to address rearview camera failures that could cause the image to freeze, go blank, or fail to display while reversing.
Rearview cameras are required safety equipment under federal law and are intended to reduce the risk of back over accidents.
Despite the earlier recall, Volvo continued receiving reports of rearview camera malfunctions. After further investigation, the manufacturer determined that the original remedy did not fully resolve the issue. As a result, Volvo issued a second recall under NHTSA campaign 25V-908.
Why Volvo Issued a Second Rearview Camera Recall
Short Answer: Volvo issued a second recall because the original recall remedy under 25V-282 did not reliably prevent rearview camera failures.
According to Volvo’s updated recall filings, vehicles that received the first recall repair continued to experience rearview camera malfunctions. These ongoing failures raised concerns that the original software update did not adequately address the root cause of the problem.
Because rearview camera functionality is governed by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 111, continued failures placed affected vehicles out of compliance. To address these unresolved safety concerns, Volvo initiated a new recall to implement an updated remedy.
Which Volvo Models Are Affected by the New Recall
The following vehicles are included in NHTSA campaign 25V-908, even though many were previously covered by 25V-282:
- Volvo S60 (2023-2025)
- Volvo V60 (2023-2025)
- Volvo V60 Cross Country (2023-2025)
- Volvo S90 (2022-2025)
- Volvo V90 (2022)
- Volvo V90 Cross Country (2022-2025)
- Volvo XC40 (2021-2025)
- Volvo XC60 (2022-2025)
- Volvo XC90 (2023-2025)
- Volvo C40 BEV (2022-2024)
- Volvo EX40 (2025)
- Volvo EC40 (2025)
Although the number of affected vehicles remains similar to the earlier recall, the range of impacted models and production years has changed, reflecting Volvo’s expanded findings.
How Volvo Is Fixing the Problem
Short Answer: Volvo plans to deploy a revised software update designed to more effectively prevent rearview camera failure.
Volvo has indicated that the new recall will involve an updated software remedy that differs from the original repair issued under 25V-282. The revised fix is intended to address the underlying cause of the camera malfunction more reliably.
Once the remedy becomes available, affected owners will receive notification letters with instructions on how to obtain the repair.
As with all safety recalls, the updated repair will be performed at no cost through authorized Volvo service channels.
Why this Matters Legally for Volvo Owners
When a manufacturer issues a second recall for the same defect, it can signal the vehicle may not be capable of being fully repaired.
Under many state lemon laws, repeat repairs attempts can support a claim for a repurchase or replacement vehicle.
This is important especially when the defect involves required safety equipment such as a rearview camera.
Consumer who continue to experience rearview camera failures after the updated recall should carefully document all service visits as these records will be important in evaluating a potential lemon law claim.
Volvo Backup Camera Recall FAQs
1. Do I need the recall if I already had the first one?
Yes. Even if your vehicle previously received the recall repair under 25V-282, Volvo has determined that an additional repair is necessary. Vehicles included in 25V-908 should receive the updated remedy.
2. What symptoms should owners watch out for?
Volvo owners may experience a rearview camera image that does not appear, freezes, displays intermittently or goes blank while reversing. Additionally, there may be a message on the screen that reads “Camera is temporarily not available”.
3. Is the Volvo rearview camera recall a software issue?
Yes. Volvo has identified the rearview camera failures as software related. The defect can cause the camera image to freeze, go blank, or fail to display, which is why the recall remedy involves a revised software update rather than a hardware replacement.
4. What if my rearview camera still doesn’t work after repair?
If camera problems continue after the updated recall repair, owners should document all repair attempts. Repeated failures may indicate an unresolved defect.
5. Can a failed recall repair qualify my Volvo as a lemon?
Potentially, yes. If your Volvo continues to experience rearview camera failures after multiple recall repairs, it may qualify as a lemon under state law, especially since the defect involves federally required safety equipment.
6. How many repair attempts are required under the lemon law?
The number of required repair attempts varies by state, but many lemon laws presume a vehicle is a lemon after two or more failed repairs for a serious safety defect or when the vehicle has been out of service for a specified number of days. A lemon law attorney can evaluate whether your repair history meets your state’s requirements.
How the Lemon Law May Be Able to Help
Owners should first complete the updated recall repair and keep records of all service visits. The lemon law provides legal protection for vehicle owners whose cars or trucks have significant, recurring problems that the manufacturer cannot resolve within a reasonable number of repair attempts.
Covered issues are typically those that compromise the vehicle’s safety, performance, or overall usability. Eligible owners can seek remedies such as a refund, replacement vehicle, or monetary compensation, usually during the warranty period, and must document repair attempts and maintenance history to support their claim.
Estimated Lemon Law Settlements for Volvo Rearview Camera Defects
| Affected Vehicle | Average Lemon Law Settlement |
| Volvo S60 | $80,444 |
| Volvo V60 | $91,671 |
| Volvo V60 Cross Country | $91,671 |
| Volvo S90 | $107,304 |
| Volvo V90 | $98,350 |
| Volvo V90 Cross Country | $106,029 |
| Volvo XC40 | $74,012 |
| Volvo XC60 | $90,436 |
| Volvo XC90 | $111,095 |
| Volvo C40 BEV | $99,415 |
| Volvo EX40 | $76,650 |
| Volvo EC40 | $76,650 |
*Please note, the figures presented in the chart are approximations based on past case results and should not be interpreted as a prediction or guarantee. Each case is unique and requires personalized legal guidance.
What Volvo Owners Should Do Next
- Confirm your VIN is included in the recall 25V-908
- Schedule the updated software repair
- Keep copies of all repair orders
- Contact a lemon law attorney to review your rights and options
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Citations
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Part 573 Safety Recall Report, U.S. Department of Transportation. https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2025/RCLRPT-25V908-4055.pdf. Accessed January 12, 2026.
