Engine
2.0L 4-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 80 of 80 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 31 of 80 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Engine & cooling
25 complaint records7 fire reports
"Coolant bleeder hose started leaking at y-connection. Appears to be same problem that lead to recall R29936 in earlier MY16 vehicles...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Electrical system
19 complaint records2 fire reports1 crash report
"Passenger and driver side rear door lock are inoperable from outside and inside. The issue has been widely reported by other vehicle owners. The root cause has been reported as water damaging the locking mechanisms. Volvo redesigned the mechanisms but has not issued a recall...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse electrical system parts in the directory →
Brakes
8 complaint records
"BRAKES SQUEAK BADLY. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN MULTIPLE TIMES TO BE REPAIRED. IT SOUNDS LIKE GREMLINS ARE IN THE CAR WHEN YOU BRAKE. IT IS A KNOW ISSUE ON THESE VEHICLES ACCORDING TO THE DEALER AND TO VOLVO...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse brakes parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| DP22005 opened Jan 2023 | closed Aug 2023 | Electrical System | Pedestrian alert sounds - led to recall 22V063000 NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V827000 | Seat Belts | Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2015-2024 XC90 vehicles. The second-row seat belt buckle and lower belt anchor bolts may not be tightened properly. | Normally free |
| 21V273000 | Electrical System | Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2016-2020 XC90 Excellence vehicles. Liquid or condensation on the rear seat control display may cause the front passenger seat to move back as far as possible. | Normally free |
| 18V800000 | Electrical System | Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. | Normally free |
| 17V370000 | Seat Belts | Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 XC90 vehicles. The Micro Gas Generator (MGG), a subcomponent part used within the right hand side seat belt retractor for the third row seats, may detach after the... | Normally free |
| 17V104000 | Air Bags | Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 XC90, S90, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The bolts that secure the Inflatable Curtain (IC) air bags in place may break, possibly resulting in the IC air bag... | Normally free |
| 16V798000 | Seat Belts | Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles manufactured February 16, 2015, to August 22, 2016. | Normally free |
| 16V690000 | Equipment | Volvo Cars of North America, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Volvo XC90 and S90 vehicles manufactured April 15, 2015 through September 19, 2016. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023649 2023-12-07 | Seats And Restraints | 233 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the bolts that attach the second-row seat belt buckles may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the seat belts could loosen or detach in a crash. |
| 2021238 2021-04-23 | Other | 30 | Issue: On certain XC90 Excellence models, the rear seat control display may not work properly if the touch screen gets wet. This could cause the front passenger seat to move to the fully rearward position, even after you stop touching it. |
| 2018618 2018-11-09 | Accessories | 1,461 | On certain vehicles, the Telematics and Driver Support Systems may not function as designed due to a software error. |
| 2017299 2017-06-08 | Seats And Restraints | 101 | On certain vehicles, the crimping of the tube for the Micro Gas Generator (MGG) in the 3rd row passengers side seat belt retractor was not manufactured to specification. |
| 2017089 2017-02-17 | Airbag | 1,209 | Certain vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) 226 - Ejection Mitigation. |
Show 2 more Canadian recalls
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016534 2016-10-28 | Seats And Restraints | 5,084 | On certain vehicles, the front passenger seatbelt buckle stud may not have been punched correctly during manufacturing. |
| 2016469 2016-09-23 | Airbag | 3,848 | On certain vehicles, the air conditioner drain hose may leak into the passenger compartment due to incorrect installation during the manufacturing process. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33031.6.0 May 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 1 .jpg attachment - If remote control key is not detected by the car and shows message in DIM "Car key not found" or if functions such as lock/unlock are not working, please follow advice for detecting key | |
| 34521.11.1 May 2026 | Exterior Lighting | This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp | |
| 36496.10.0 May 2026 | Power Train | This is a Technical Journal: Intermittent knocking noise during acceleration. If the sound corresponds to attached sound file, change front drive shafts to the below part numbers. | |
| 35503.4.0 May 2026 | Structure | This is a Technical Journal: Panoramic sunroof, sealing strip has a gap | |
| 35526.1.8 Apr 2026 | Engine | This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 2 PDFs and 1 .PNG Oil Consumption test. Perform the test. Follow service procedure Description and Service sections updated to clarify that vehicle reports are not required. |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37809.1.1 Apr 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This is a TJ text only - The purpose of this TJ is to be a master reference list to easily identify any components that are on prior approval. | |
| 34521.10.0 Mar 2026 | Exterior Lighting | This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp | |
| 33183.9.1 Mar 2026 | Structure | This is a Technical Journal: If a vehicle with panorama roof shows symptom of a rattling noise when opening, follow the description under Service. | |
| 35842 Jan 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 1 jpg and 1 mp4 file -- If there is a strange chafing or creaking noise when turning the steering wheel, follow the advice under Service. | |
| 28874 Jan 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This is a TJ If detected during Pre-delivery inspection or if customer complaints of chipped/cracked/distorted screen/glass within 6 months in service we request more information, follow advise under "Service". | |
| TJ 34498 Jan 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal: Text plus TJI-516730-1_1_0 Headliner, squeak/rattle noise If a squeaking noise can be heard from the headlining around the sun roof, see instructions under Service referring to TJI-516730-1_1_0 | |
| 34521 Dec 2025 | Exterior Lighting | This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp | |
| 36902 Dec 2025 | Structure | This is a TJ - Text plus 2 jpeg files and 1 mp4 file - If customer complains of the hood being hard to close or "Open Hood" DIM message, please follow advice under "service". And before replacing any parts, follow the 3 steps in the instructions. | |
| 28874 Dec 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This is a TJ If detected during Pre-delivery inspection or if customer complaints of chipped/cracked/distorted screen/glass within 6 months in service we request more information, follow advise under "Service". | |
| 19245 Dec 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal. Vehicle type and platform identification. | |
| TJ36902.1.0-2025-10-31 Nov 2025 | Structure | This is a TJ - Text plus 2 jpeg files and 1 mp4 file - If customer complains of the hood being hard to close or "Open Hood" DIM message, please follow advice under "service". And before replacing any parts, follow the 3 steps in the instructions. | |
| TJ34648.5.0-2025-10-29 Nov 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal: Prior Approval - lack of airflow combined with a poor cooling performance follow the advice under service. | |
| AC pressure check Nov 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal: Prior Approval - lack of airflow combined with a poor cooling performance follow the advice under service. | |
| TJI VCC-517278-1 Nov 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal: Prior Approval - lack of airflow combined with a poor cooling performance follow the advice under service. | |
| 37428 Sep 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Tech Journal - If a customer complains that RTTI information is NOT visible in the navigation system when an internet connection is available (globe in the top left corner), follow the instructions under "service". This Technical Journal handles only SENSUS... | |
| 36048 Jul 2025 | Forward Collision Avoidance | This is a Technical Journal: Alleged issues with Intellisafe functionality. Please inform the car user of Intellisafe functionality and limitations in case of alleged issues with Intellisafe. The owner's manual is a good source of information together with films in the... | |
| 35912 Jul 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal: AC evaporator repair, additional parts needed. Add resister in line jumper cable. | |
| 36916 Jul 2025 | Electrical System | This is a Technical Journal: VCM Backup Battery Replacement with VCM-U105000. Replace the VCM Backup Battery and download the relevant Software. | |
| TJ31514.1.0 May 2025 | Forward Collision Avoidance | this a Technical Journal: ASDM = Active Safety Domain Master To prevent unnecessary replacements of ASDM and as a troubleshooting aid for the Intellisafe system, please follow the advice in Technical Journal | |
| 8501 Apr 2025 | Exterior Lighting | This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a remote session: •Connect a suitable battery maintainer/charger and verify that the battery voltage indicated in VIDA is between 12.5V and 14.9V. •Connect to the vehicle over a wired... | |
| 36961 Mar 2025 | Electrical System | This is a Technical Journal: Improved 12V battery test in VIDA. Service: Don´t charge the battery before the test, jump start the vehicle if needed. Read out the vehicle with VIDA and start the test. | |
| 36048 Mar 2025 | Forward Collision Avoidance | This is a Technical Journal: Alleged issues with Intellisafe functionality. Please inform the car user of Intellisafe functionality and limitations in case of alleged issues with Intellisafe. The owner's manual is a good source of information together with films in the... | |
| 37235 Feb 2025 | Exterior Lighting | This is a Technical Journal: Changed front fog/cornering lights behavior. This logic of the cornering lights is now changed in the cars with software version 3.3.16 or later | |
| S10303 Feb 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Unknown Or Other | Volvo Cars USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation has decided to launch Service Action S10303 on certain model year 2025 EX90 vehicles. Volvo Car Investigations have identified that there is a pairing issue with the key fob. As a... |
| 36257 Jan 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal: Climate system heating performance (HVCH). Replace HVCH. | |
| 8501 Jan 2025 | Exterior Lighting | This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a remote session: •Connect a suitable battery maintainer/charger and verify that the battery voltage indicated in VIDA is between 12.5V and 14.9V. •Connect to the vehicle over a wired... | |
| 37175 Jan 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle/Connectivity report checklist. To provide timely and high-quality feedback to the appropriate department or factory | |
| 34521 Nov 2024 | Exterior Lighting | This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp | |
| 34647 Oct 2024 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal: DIM message about parking brake. Manually order and download software part number 32429456 | |
| 36277 Oct 2024 | Structure | This is a Technical Journal: White patch defect in paint when removed rapgard. Expose vehicle to outside daylight for 48hrs. | |
| TJ31543 Oct 2024 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal: Software Upgrade / Download Guide. If one control unit is upgraded and not all, it may result in various problems. | |
| 37000 Oct 2024 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal: Outer rear view mirror intermittently not folding. May required replacing terminals. | |
| 36048 Sep 2024 | Forward Collision Avoidance | This is a Technical Journal: Alleged issues with Intellisafe functionality. Inform the customer of the functions and limitations | |
| TJ27536.21.1-2024-08-07 Aug 2024 | Electrical System | Information about valid Software partnumbers to order and download Software for "PDS" Pre-Delivery Service | |
| TJ34647.6.3-2024-08-07 Aug 2024 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal: DIM message about parking brake. Manually order and download software part number 32429456 | |
| TJ36961.2.1-2024-08-07 Aug 2024 | Electrical System | This is a Technical Journal: Improved 12V battery test in VIDA. Improved 12V battery test in VIDA | |
| P10263-2024-07-29 Aug 2024 | Unknown Or Other | Volvo Cars USA LLC on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation, has voluntarily decided to extend warranty coverage on vehicles exhibiting functionality issues with Apple® CarPlay® for certain model year 2016-2021 XC90 vehicles. | |
| P10263 Jul 2024 | Unknown Or Other | Volvo Cars USA LLC on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation, has voluntarily decided to extend warranty coverage on vehicles exhibiting functionality issues with Apple® CarPlay® for certain model year 2016-2021 XC90 vehicles. The corrective action is to download a Total... | |
| 36845 Jul 2024 | Electrical System | This is a Technical Journal: SPA/CMA - 12V Battery Testing / Maintenance Guide. After capturing a NEW VIDA readout, conduct the steps in VIDA. | |
| TJ34647.6.2-2024-06-19 Jun 2024 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal: DIM message about parking brake. Download the available total upgrade software. | |
| TJ36845.1.6-2024-06-19 Jun 2024 | Electrical System | This is a Technical Journal: SPA/CMA - 12V Battery Testing / Maintenance Guide. After capturing a NEW VIDA readout, conduct the steps in VIDA. | |
| TJ36845.1.5-2024-06-07 Jun 2024 | Electrical System | This is a Technical Journal: SPA/CMA - 12V Battery Testing / Maintenance Guide. After capturing a NEW VIDA readout, conduct the steps in VIDA. | |
| TJ36858.1.1-2024-06-06 Jun 2024 | Engine | This is a Technical Journal: High Temperature Message in DIM after Coolant Pump Replacement. Replace coolant pump | |
| TJ36961.1.0-2024-06-04 Jun 2024 | Electrical System | This is a Technical Journal: Improved 12V battery test in VIDA. Improved 12V battery test in VIDA | |
| 36202.2.1 May 2024 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal: Vibration/shudder while braking. Replace front brake pads | |
| 34123.1.7 May 2024 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This is a Technical Journal: T8 P0EA773 Auxiliary Cooling System Performance. install component 32139082 | |
| 36899.1.0 May 2024 | Electrical System | This is a Technical Journal: Check Engine Light in DIM (BCM2 P25A268 / U003700). Download software. | |
| 36916.1.0 Apr 2024 | Electrical System | This is a Technical Journal: VCM Backup Battery Replacement with VCM-U105000. Replace the VCM Backup Battery and download the relevant Software. | |
| 31698.3.3 Apr 2024 | Equipment | This is a Technical Journal. If you experience difficulty programming remote keys on Hybrid vehicles, please follow the advise in Technical Journal under service. | |
| P10263 Mar 2024 | Equipment | Volvo Cars USA LLC on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation, has voluntarily decided to extend warranty coverage on vehicles exhibiting functionality issues with Apple CarPlay for certain model year 2016-2021 XC90 vehicles. | |
| 36665.4.1 Mar 2024 | Power Train | This is a Technical Journal: ERAD (Electric Rear Axle Drive) Bearing Noise. Bearing kit replacement. | |
| 36845.1.4 Mar 2024 | Electrical System | This is a Technical Journal: SPA/CMA - 12V Battery Testing / Maintenance Guide. After capturing a NEW VIDA readout, conduct the steps in VIDA. | |
| 36865.1.1 Mar 2024 | Suspension | This is a Technical Journal: Squeak noise from second row outer seats over bumps. Apply PFPE Anti squeak spray, p/n 30749880 spray. | |
| 34295.7.1 Feb 2024 | Electrical System | This is a Technical Journal: High Voltage Battery repairs. Always repair the battery according to the methods in VIDA. | |
| 36845.1.3 Feb 2024 | Electrical System | This is a Technical Journal: SPA/CMA - 12V Battery Testing / Maintenance Guide. After capturing a NEW VIDA readout, conduct the steps in VIDA. |
Showing 60 of 593 distinct bulletins on file for this vehicle.
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
- Brake hard once from speed on an empty road.A pull to one side, a pulsing pedal, a pedal that sinks at a stop, or an ABS light that stays lit are the brake complaints on this vehicle presenting themselves.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 7 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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