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2025 Volvo XC90 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2025 Volvo XC90 sits mid-pack among XC90 years: 34 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 52, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations.

The trouble concentrates in one system: driver assistance issues account for 41% of all reports (14 of 34), far ahead of other at 5.

34

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

7

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2025 compare to other XC90 years?

XC90 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted669 complaints2003: 149 complaints2004: 669 complaints2005: 304 complaints2006: 73 complaints2007: 59 complaints2008: 44 complaints2009: 11 complaints2010: 16 complaints2011: 30 complaints2012: 6 complaints2013: 13 complaints2014: 7 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 307 complaints2017: 114 complaints2018: 64 complaints2019: 53 complaints2020: 45 complaints2021: 56 complaints2022: 46 complaints2023: 69 complaints2024: 52 complaints2025: 34 complaints
XC90 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2025 Volvo XC90 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance1441%
Electrical System515%
Other515%
Brakes412%
Tires & Wheels26%
Visibility & Wipers26%
Engine13%
Airbags13%

Does the 2025 Volvo XC90 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V908000Driver AssistanceDecember 23, 2025 · 413,151 units

Defect

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Car’s customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.

25V282000Driver AssistanceMay 8, 2025 · 413,151 units

Defect

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“I was backing out of my drive. It was an early morning and it was very foggy. The windows were foggy and not totally defrosted yet. My camera wasnt showing everything around but we were having constant upgrade issues during this week of October 5th through the 10th. My automatic braking never…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · October 9, 2025 · crash

“Remote start, infotainment system which controls everything, dashboard, lights, and cigarette lighter all intermittently turn off and on. Everyday, something else seems to stop working. My vehicle is 2.5 weeks old. This is apparently is a know latent defect that Volvo has chosen to keep from…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · January 3, 2025

“Remote start, infotainment system which controls everything, dashboard, lights, and cigarette lighter all intermittently turn off and on. Everyday, something else seems to stop working. My vehicle is 2.5 weeks old. This is apparently is a know latent defect that Volvo has chosen to keep from…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 3, 2025

“The contact owns a 2025 Volvo XC90. The contact stated that while driving downhill at 15 MPH, while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle would not come to a complete stop as intended. No warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he drove up a hill in order to come to a stop. The vehicle…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · May 13, 2025 · crash

“I was backing out of my drive. It was an early morning and it was very foggy. The windows were foggy and not totally defrosted yet. My camera wasnt showing everything around but we were having constant upgrade issues during this week of October 5th through the 10th. My automatic braking never…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · October 9, 2025 · crash

2025 Volvo XC90 — common questions

Is the 2025 Volvo XC90 reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 34 NHTSA complaints, below the typical XC90 year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2025 XC90 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (14 complaints), other (5 complaints), electrical system (5 complaints).

Does the 2025 Volvo XC90 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2025 Volvo XC90. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Volvo XC90 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the XC90 years to avoid are 2004, 2016, 2005, 2003, 2017. The cleanest record among XC90 years belongs to 2015.

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.