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Volvo XC90 Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 14 model years, NHTSA lists 1 recall and 596 owner complaints for the Volvo XC90. Newest model year first. Data as of November 9, 2026.
Volvo XC90 by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Volvo XC90 | 0 | 8 | |
| 2025 Volvo XC90 | 0 | 32 | |
| 2024 Volvo XC90 | 0 | 38 | |
| 2023 Volvo XC90 | 0 | 41 | |
| 2022 Volvo XC90 | 0 | 31 | |
| 2021 Volvo XC90 | 1 | 18 | |
| 2020 Volvo XC90 | 0 | 35 | |
| 2019 Volvo XC90 | 0 | 42 | |
| 2018 Volvo XC90 | 0 | 52 | |
| 2017 Volvo XC90 | 0 | 83 | |
| 2016 Volvo XC90 | 0 | 198 | |
| 2014 Volvo XC90 | 0 | 4 | |
| 2013 Volvo XC90 | 0 | 11 | |
| 2012 Volvo XC90 | 0 | 3 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Volvo models · How these reports are made.
Volvo XC90: questions owners ask
Which Volvo XC90 year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Volvo XC90 model years with the most are the 2016 (198), 2017 (83) and 2018 (52). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Volvo XC90 years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2012 (3), 2014 (4) and 2013 (11), out of 12 model years from 2012 to 2024. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Volvo XC90 have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 1 Volvo XC90 model years, 1 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2021 (1), 2012 (0) and 2013 (0). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Volvo XC90 years have the most stalling complaints?
24 owner complaints across 3 Volvo XC90 model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2016 (16), 2017 (4) and 2019 (4) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volvo XC90 years have the most check engine light complaints?
22 owner complaints across 4 Volvo XC90 model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2016 (9), 2018 (6) and 2022 (4) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volvo XC90 years have the most water leak complaints?
18 owner complaints across 3 Volvo XC90 model years describe water leaks into the cabin, sunroof or trunk. The most were filed for the 2016 (12), 2017 (3) and 2018 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volvo XC90 years have the most overheating complaints?
14 owner complaints across 2 Volvo XC90 model years describe the engine overheating or coolant loss. The most were filed for the 2016 (9) and 2017 (5) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volvo XC90 years have the most fire complaints?
13 owner complaints across 2 Volvo XC90 model years describe the car catching fire or melting wiring. The most were filed for the 2016 (8) and 2017 (5) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
How often does the Volvo XC90 fail its MOT?
In 2023 UK MOT tests, the Volvo XC90's first-time failure rate ranged from 11.1% for cars first registered in 2021 to 36.8% for 2010, across 12 registration years with at least 100 tests. Older cars fail more often. The most common failure areas were brakes, lights and electrics, tyres. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results.