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2016 Volvo XC90 engine problems

The 2016 Volvo XC90 has 86 engine complaints filed with NHTSA — 28% of the year's total, and up sharply from the prior model year.

86

Engine complaints

28%

Share of year

1

Crash-involved

1

Related recalls

Engine complaints by year

Related recalls

19V308000EngineApril 17, 2019 · 34,006 units

Defect

Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2016 XC90 vehicles. Exposure to heat and humidity may cause the engine coolant bleeder hose to crack, resulting in a coolant leak.

Consequence

If the coolant leak goes unnoticed, coolant may accumulate in the catalytic converter heat shield insulation and catch fire when the vehicle is stationary, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Volvo Cars will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine side coolant bleeder hose, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R29936.

What owners report

Previous issues with brakes, suspension, leaking sunroof, electrical and gauges. Vehicle became disabled due to defect with coolant system, smoke from engine compartment, towed to Monterery Volvo (dealership/service center identified issues with coolant leak present turbo & cooling Plastic pipe.…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · June 30, 2023 · fire

Common questions

How many engine complaints does the 2016 Volvo XC90 have?

NHTSA has 86 complaints about the 2016 Volvo XC90 engine — 28% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Are there recalls for the 2016 Volvo XC90 engine?

Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year is tied to the engine: 19V308000.

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.