Volvo has issued a warning to selected owners of its popular electric SUV, the Volvo EX30, advising them not to charge the battery beyond 70%. The precaution follows the discovery of a potential defect in certain battery packs that could lead to overheating and, in the worst case, pose a fire risk. Danish customers, however, are not affected by the warning.
Since its launch in 2024, the compact Volvo EX30 has been a major success, particularly in Nordic markets, where it has quickly become one of Volvo’s best-selling electric models. The issue now coming to light concerns batteries supplied by Sunwoda, which have been installed in specific international versions of the EX30. According to Volvo, these batteries may suffer from quality issues under certain charging conditions.
International media report that Volvo identified a risk of excessive heat generation during charging in a limited number of battery packs. Following a small number of incidents, the manufacturer has opted for a precautionary approach. Affected owners are being contacted directly and instructed to temporarily limit charging to a maximum of 70 percent until a technical solution is implemented.
The restriction applies only to selected EX30 versions equipped with the largest battery pack and sold in specific markets outside Denmark. In the United Kingdom alone, up to 10,000 owners are reported to have received the warning. Volvo Denmark has confirmed that no vehicles sold on the Danish market are subject to the advisory.
Legal dispute behind the scenes
The situation has also triggered legal action. Volvo’s parent company, Geely, has filed a lawsuit against Sunwoda, seeking compensation amounting to several million euros. According to the claim, the batteries in question do not meet the agreed quality standards. Volvo emphasizes that the number of affected cases is limited and that intensive work is underway to deliver a permanent fix.
Volvo has further stated that a formal recall and technical update are being prepared in the markets where the issue has been identified. Until then, the 70 percent charging cap remains in place purely as a safety measure.
The news comes at a notable moment for the EX30. Volvo Cars has recently implemented significant price reductions on the model, particularly on versions equipped with the largest battery, where customers can now save up to DKK 32,000.
