Model year
2018 Volvo XC90
NHTSA lists 3 recalls and 51 complaints for the 2018 Volvo XC90 (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (15), SERVICE BRAKES (12), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (9). NHTSA lists 1 investigation. NHTSA rated 3 variants 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 23–27 mpg combined and 50 kWh/100 mi depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,050–$3,550, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2003 93 complaints
- 2004 462 complaints
- 2005 223 complaints
- 2006 53 complaints
- 2007 38 complaints
- 2008 29 complaints
- 2009 7 complaints
- 2010 12 complaints
- 2011 19 complaints
- 2012 3 complaints
- 2013 11 complaints
- 2014 4 complaints
- 2016 197 complaints
- 2017 80 complaints
- 2018 51 complaints
- 2019 42 complaints
- 2020 34 complaints
- 2021 40 complaints
- 2022 30 complaints
- 2023 41 complaints
- 2024 36 complaints
- 2025 29 complaints
- 2026 8 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
Recalls
23V827000 · Dec 7, 2023
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
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.
21V273000 · Apr 21, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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.
18V800000 · Nov 13, 2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have an error causing the Telematics and Driver Support Systems…
Complaints
51 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 2, fire flag on 1, injury field 3, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| DP22005 | Pedestrian alert sounds · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM | Jan 27, 2023 | Aug 7, 2023 |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T5 SUV AWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.179 | NHTSA photo |
| T5 SUV FWD | Not rated | 5 | 5 | 5 | Not Rated · possibility 0 | NHTSA photo |
| T6 SUV AWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.179 | NHTSA photo |
| T6 SUV FWD | Not rated | 5 | 5 | 5 | Not Rated · possibility 0 | NHTSA photo |
| T8 SUV AWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.159 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC90 FWD · 2L · Automatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 | 29 | 25 | — | — | $3,300 |
| XC90 AWD · 2L · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 27 | 23 | — | — | $3,550 |
| XC90 AWD · 2L · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 | 28 | 24 | — | — | $3,400 |
| XC90 AWD PHEV · 2L · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Plug-in Hybrid | 26 | 30 | 27 | 50.0 | 380 | $3,050 |
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