Volvo XC90 - Common problems

Last update 16. 02. 2024

Common problems with the Volvo XC90

Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Volvo XC90, for which Volvo has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.

If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Volvo XC90. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.

The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Volvo XC90 have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.

Tip: Check the vehicle’s history by a VIN

Latest XC90’s Issues in the EU

All XC90’s EU Recalls

If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.

Check the vehicle’s history

Latest XC90’s Issues in the UK

VOLVO XC90 (2021 – 2022) – THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE
on 26/10/2022
VOLVO CAR XC90 (25/03/2021 – 08/10/2022) RECALL: Problem description: The Engine Control Module (ECM) may prevent the combustion engine from starting.?
VOLVO XC90 (2019) – THE TURBO CHARGER
on 18/10/2021
VOLVO XC90 (05/02/2019 – 02/09/2019) RECALL: Problem description: The thrust bearing in the turbocharger may not be robust enough.
VOLVO XC90 (2018 – 2019) – THE LOW PRESSURE FUEL PUMP
on 07/06/2021
VOLVO XC90 (07/11/2018 – 05/12/2019) RECALL: Problem description: There is a risk that the 15amp fuse could blow, which will prevent the low-pressure fuel […]