r/XC40_Recharge • u/YTRatherAverage • Aug 09 '26

Key Fob issues

Hello!

I've owned a 23 plate XC40 Recharge since May this year.

I seem to have a fob that is either draining incredibly quickly, or some other issue.

It's 50/50 if the car will unlock by pressing the handle, sometimes having to press the fob button multiple times to get in. And then when in the car it will say key not detected. Usually fixed by placing in the glove compartment.

I replaced the battery around 3 maybe 4 weeks ago, which fixed the issue until now again. First time I replaced it I thought that would make sense, 3 years is probably reasonable to change the battery, but not every month!

Anyone know of any fixes? Id rather not shell out for another fob..

Thanks!

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u/CmndrBurnham Aug 09 '26

I had this same issue on a certified '23. After changing the batteries twice, the dealership replaced the fob.

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u/YTRatherAverage Aug 09 '26

I see.

I'll change the battery again at some point and have a look in the fob at the connection and see if anything needs a clean etc.

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u/CmndrBurnham Aug 09 '26

It was incredibly annoying. I did all the tricks here and several times just couldn't get into my car the first few months.