Manufacturer Responds to Fire in Volvo C40 Recharge Electric Coupe SUV

All of the passengers, including the driver, reportedly managed to exit the car without suffering any injuries.

The growing worry over pollutants from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles has led many people to believe that electric vehicles will be the way of the future for mobility. The few accounts of electric cars catching fire without being directly involved in an accident have raised concerns about passenger safety, one of the numerous barriers to the widespread adoption of EVs. Unexpectedly, considering the brand’s reputation for producing safe automobiles worldwide, a video of a Volvo C40 Recharge caught fire went viral recently – Volvo C40 Recharge Electric Coupe SUV

While the vehicle was traveling on a highway in Chhattisgarh, an incident occurred. The passengers managed to get out of the car before it took fire, and no casualties have been reported, according to reports.

CD Safety Advice : It is noteworthy that electric vehicle fires require the use of suitable fire extinguisher equipment and professional firefighters to put out. If you are in or near such an occurrence, please stay a safe distance away from the vehicle and do not try to douse the fire with small amounts of water. Additionally, keep in mind that the fumes emanating directly from the burning EV may contain substances that are hazardous in addition to smoke and ash.

Statement from Volvo India

Volvo was also made aware of the occurrence, which prompted the manufacturer to release a formal statement. According to Volvo, there was an incident on Saturday where a C40 caught fire while being driven. The driver was alerted to pull over and exit the vehicle by the integrated safety systems. Every passenger was secure, and there were no injuries. To advise customers on necessary safety precautions, our customer service call center was available online. We at Volvo Cars take great pride in the safety features of our vehicles, and we are investigating this event thoroughly. Our technical experts will thoroughly inspect the aforementioned car to determine the problem. We stay in contact with the consumer and keep providing assistance.

Volvo C40 Battery Pack & Range Recharge

The Volvo C40 Recharge, an electric SUV coupe based on the XC40 Recharge, made its debut in India in September 2023. The C40 Recharge likewise makes use of a 78 kWh battery pack with a 530 km stated WLTP range. The extra range is due to a different battery chemistry than the one found in the XC40 Recharge. An all-wheel-drive (AWD) dual-electric motor arrangement producing 408 PS and 660 Nm is coupled to the battery pack.

Features & Safety

Volvo has fitted the C40 Recharge with features such a 12-inch digital driver’s display, a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system that can be orientated vertically, electrically adjustable front seats that can be heated or cooled, dual-zone temperature control, and a panoramic sunroof.

Seven airbags, hill hold and descent control, and a 360-degree camera ensure the safety of the occupants. Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) are also included with the C40 Recharge. These include adaptive cruise control, front-end collision avoidance and mitigation, lane-keeping assistance, blind-spot monitoring, and rear-and front-end cross-traffic alerts.

Price & Rivals

There is only one version of the Volvo C40 Recharge, and it costs Rs 62.95 lakh. It competes with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6, and it also looks more sporty than the Volvo XC40 Recharge.