Software updates

Updating your car’s software ensures that it remains up to date with the latest features and improvements.

Software updates are primarily done over the air (OTA) and all previous updates are included when you install a new update. Keep in mind that you may be charged for installing software updates at a Volvo dealer unless installation is included in your repair or service agreement.

When a new update is available, you will see a notification in the centre display and in the Volvo Cars app. The notification gives you an estimation of how long it will take to install the update and tells you what’s included in it.

After installing a software update, the car’s features may vary depending on the market, model, model year and specification.

Updates in software 1.2.6

Software release date: 10 February 2025.

 Note

This update will be available as an over-the-air download about three weeks after the software release date.

Wireless Apple CarPlay

Apple CarPlay gives you another way of using your iPhone via the car's interface. You can use certain communication, navigation and media apps on your iPhone via the centre display as well as the steering wheel buttons and voice control.

Connect your iPhone to the car via Bluetooth and activate Apple CarPlay. After setting up CarPlay for the first time, it automatically starts when you connect your phone via Bluetooth again.

Digital Key

Digital Key is available for compatible Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel devices. To set up a new digital key, navigate to the owner profile in the centre display, select Car Keys and Set up digital key. Then scan the QR code using your device and follow the link that appears.

You can also share a key across platforms, such as between compatible Android and Apple devices. Remember to check the compatibility of your device on the manufacturer's website and whether this feature is available in your market.

Car Locator

You can use the Volvo Cars app to find your car, if you left it in a large car park for example, by flashing the lights and sounding the horn remotely. Availability may depend on your region.

Improvements

You can now turn the centre display off for cleaning.

If you have a distance-capable key on you, the car will lock automatically when you walk away from it and there are also improvements to automatic unlocking for when you approach the car.

You can adjust the light intensity in the centre display and the settings are stored for the next driving cycle.

You can turn off Lane keeping aid (LKA) and the settings are stored between driving cycles.

After you’ve turned it on, the wireless charger will stay on until you turn if off manually.

The boot hatch won’t close while unloading things from the boot.

Heat status for the steering wheel and seat heating is now shown correctly in the centre display.

It’s now possible to use the Bowers and Wilkins (B & W) app in the car.

The initial wiper stroke is removed.

The operational range for the forward collision warning system has been expanded to account for cars moving perpendicular to the car and can engage autonomous braking when both cars are moving at speeds between 40 and 60 km/h. This change does not affect compliance with any certification regulations.

This update also contains some tweaks and fixes. Including improvements to:
  • Hands-off detection and lane change graphics for Pilot Assist
  • Bluetooth and phone connection stability
  • Sounds in the car
  • Gear shifting at low speeds
  • Messages for the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) system’s Rear Auto Brake when driving in the dark
  • AC charging
  • General stability and performance of climate and interior lights
  • General stability
And fixes to:
  • Widgets for the map or media apps not appearing in the centre display
  • Rear-view mirror auto dimming
  • The map remaining visible in the centre display when selected
  • Faulty warning notification for rain sensor
  • The contextual bar in the centre display
  • Third row seat folding

Updates in software 1.1.23

Software release date: 16 December 2024.

 Note

This update will be available as an over-the-air download about three weeks after the software release date.
  • General stability improvements.

Updates in software 1.1.22

Software release date: 29 November 2024. This update is only available in workshops and not over the air (OTA).

This update improves the over-the-air functionality of the car. The tweaks and fixes are the same as in 1.1.21 and include:
  • General stability improvements.

Updates in software 1.1.21

Software release date: 18 November 2024. This update is only available in workshops and not over the air (OTA).

This update just contains some tweaks and fixes, including:
  • General stability improvements.

Updates in software 1.1.14

Software release date: 14 October. This update is only available in workshops and not over the air (OTA)

  • General stability improvements.

Updates in software 1.1.11

Software release date: 30 September 2024.

  • General stability improvements.