Distance Warning* - symbols and messages

Distance Warning (Distance Alert) is a function that informs the driver about the time interval to vehicles in front. The function has certain limitations.
Symbol1MessageSpecification
P4-1246-Symbol Radar BlockeradRadar blocked See manual

Distance Warning temporarily disengaged.

The radar sensor is blocked and cannot detect other vehicles, e.g. in the event of heavy rain or if slush has collected in front of the radar sensor.

Read about radar sensor limitations.

Symbol Krockvarning AvCollision warn. Service required

Distance Warning and Collision Warning with Auto Brake fully or partially disengaged.

Visit a workshop if the message remains - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

  1. * Option/accessory.
  2. 1 Symbols are schematic - may vary by market and car model.