Posted on 7/29/2025
Start-stop systems are designed to save fuel and reduce emissions by automatically shutting off your engine when your vehicle comes to a complete stop, such as at a traffic light. When you lift your foot off the brake, the engine restarts automatically. But what happens when this feature doesn’t work as expected in your Volvo? If you’ve noticed that your Volvo’s start-stop system isn’t activating or is behaving inconsistently, it could point to a variety of potential issues. While not always serious, these malfunctions are often signs that something in the system needs attention. How Volvo’s Start-Stop System Works Volvo’s start-stop system is part of its larger efficiency and emissions strategy. Your vehicle’s computer manages the feature and depends on multiple inputs to determine whether the engine should stop and when it should restart. Factors like battery health, engine temperature, cabin temperature settings, and brak ... read more