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Volvo has announced that around 7,4 plug-in hybrid vehicles may be at risk of catching fire while charging. The warning was issued in the United States and affects models such as the S60, XC60 and XC90. Owners have been advised not to charge their cars until the repairs are made.
Imagine buying an electric car just to charge it at home and suddenly receiving a warning saying: “it’s best not to charge it for now.” That’s exactly what Volvo asked owners of plug-in hybrid models in the United States to do. The manufacturer identified a serious problem in the batteries that can cause fires during charging.
To avoid any risk, the brand is asking customers to stop charging their vehicles until everything is inspected and fixed. The measure seems extreme, but it is an attempt to prevent accidents while the official recall takes place.
VOLVO cars affected by the problem
The list includes six Volvo plug-in hybrid models built between 2020 and 2022: the S60, S90, V60, V90, XC60 and XC90. They all use the same type of high-voltage battery, which can suffer an internal short circuit in rare cases. Such a short, if it occurs during charging, can generate excessive heat and even fire.
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In total, 7.483 vehicles are involved in the recall in the United States. The company reported that three incidents have been recorded so far, all without injuries. Even so, the risk exists and the alert was issued as a form of prevention.
What Volvo is doing about it
VOLVO has already started a campaign recall to resolve the issue. Starting in May 2025, owners will be called to their dealerships. Their cars will undergo an inspection of the battery modules, which may be replaced if there is any sign of a defect.
New software will be installed to monitor the behavior of the cells in real time. This system can alert the driver if something abnormal happens to the battery.
Until this update is made, the message is clear: do not charge your car at home or in public places. If possible, drive only with the energy generated by the combustion engine, without using electric mode.
And in Brazil, is there also a risk?
For now, the alert is only for vehicles sold in the United States. However, in Brazil, the Volvo XC60 and XC90 models are also sold with the same type of plug-in hybrid battery. There is no official statement from the brand in the country yet, but it is worth keeping an eye on.
If you have one of these models, it is worth contacting the dealership or Volvo customer service to check if your car is among those that may have the problem.
