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2018 Volvo V90CC problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 13 complaints on file for the 2018 Volvo V90CC — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

13

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

6

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other V90CC years?

V90CC NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted13 complaints2017: 3 complaints2018: 13 complaints2019: 2 complaints2020: 8 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 8 complaints2023: 1 complaints2024: 2 complaints2025: 0 complaints
V90CC NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2018 Volvo V90CC problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Body & Structure431%
Electrical System215%
Lighting215%
Other215%
Brakes18%
Driver Assistance18%
Airbags18%

Does the 2018 Volvo V90CC have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V800000Electrical SystemNovember 13, 2018 · 17,548 units

Defect

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 to function improperly. As a result, the GPS will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.

Consequence

If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39917.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“I was hit head on mostly drivers side. Car totaled. I went by ambulance to hospital. Air bags did not deploy. Contacted Vovlo. They seem indifferent ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · January 16, 2023 · crash

“When it rains, I receive a warning that the rear position lights are failed. The left tail light stops working and I'm without a signal and brake lamp. This issue resolved its self when it's had time to dry, usually within two to three days.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · February 27, 2025

“During the rainy season, moisture found its way inside the right passenger real tail light, causing a “brake malfunction” error on the dash and deactivating the passenger rear brake light. After the moisture dries, the light comes back on but is intermittent. The light continues to malfunction…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 27, 2025

“SENSUS NAVIGATION MAP GETS OVERPLAYED WITH A BLANK "WINDOW" EFFECTIVELY COVERING THE MAP, THE SYSTEM FREEZES SO NO NAVIGATION OR SENSUS RELATED INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE TO THE DRIVER. THE RECOVERY PROCESS SEEMS TO BE, STOP CAR, OPEN/CLOSE DOORS, WAIT 5-20 MINUTES, OPEN/CLOSE DOORS, RESTART CAR AND…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · February 1, 2020

“I was hit head on mostly drivers side. Car totaled. I went by ambulance to hospital. Air bags did not deploy. Contacted Vovlo. They seem indifferent ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · January 16, 2023 · crash

2018 Volvo V90CC — common questions

Is the 2018 Volvo V90CC reliable?

The record is thin — 13 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2018 V90CC problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are body & structure (4 complaints), lighting (2 complaints), other (2 complaints).

Does the 2018 Volvo V90CC have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2018 Volvo V90CC. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.