Volvo known issues by model
By CarWhere Research · Updated
CarWhere documents 64 Volvo problems and 64 NHTSA safety recalls across 7 models — XC90, XC60, XC40, EX30, EX90, V60 and S60 — organized by generation. Each entry lists affected model years, symptoms, what to check on a used vehicle before buying, and the sources behind it.
| Model | Generations covered | Documented issues | NHTSA recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo XC90 problems | Second generation (2016–present), First generation (2003–2014) | 15 | 15 |
| Volvo XC60 problems | Second generation (2018–present), First generation (2010–2017) | 12 | 12 |
| Volvo XC40 problems | First generation (2019–present) | 8 | 8 |
| Volvo EX30 problems | First generation (2025–present) | 3 | 3 |
| Volvo EX90 problems | First generation (2025–present) | 3 | 3 |
| Volvo V60 problems | Second generation (2019–present), First generation (2015–2018) | 10 | 10 |
| Volvo S60 problems | Third generation (2019–2025), Second generation (2011–2018), First generation (2001–2009) | 13 | 13 |
Volvo XC90 problems
The most widespread recent XC90 recall is 25V-908, a rearview camera software fix for 2023–2025 models among 413,151 Volvos. Plug-in hybrid T8 owners should also check 25V-179 (2020–2022 battery short circuit) and 25V-392 (brake loss in B mode), and 2016 models have a coolant hose fire-risk recall.
Volvo XC60 problems
The broadest current XC60 recall is 25V-908, a rearview camera software fix for 2022–2025 models. T8 plug-in hybrids have 25V-179 (2020–2022 battery short circuit) and 25V-392 (B-mode braking), and early second-generation cars have wiper-nut (2018–2020) and tailgate lift-arm (2018–2019) recalls.
Volvo XC40 problems
The largest XC40 recall is 25V-908, the rearview camera software fix covering 2021–2025 models. 2024 models have a left rear turn-signal software recall, and 2021–2022 XC40 Recharge electric models have accelerator-sensor corrosion and high-voltage disconnect recalls that can cause loss of drive power.
Volvo EX30 problems
The most serious EX30 recall is 26V-103, covering 161 2025 EX30s whose high-voltage battery may short circuit and overheat; owners are told to charge to no more than 70 percent until repaired. A larger campaign, 26V-671, covers 9,930 2025–2026 EX30s whose head restraint cushion may detach in a crash.
Volvo EX90 problems
The largest EX90 recall is 25V-071, a 2025 software error that can close the headlight shutters while driving, covering 2,061 vehicles. Recall 25V-654 replaces the power tailgate drive units on 1,119 cars, and 24V-869 tightens second-row seat bolts on 11 early cars. All are on 2025 models.
Volvo V60 problems
Recent V60 and V60 Cross Country models are in the rearview camera recall (25V-908, 2023–2025), and 2020–2022 V60 plug-in hybrids in the battery short-circuit recall (25V-179). First-generation 2015–2018 wagons share the S60 family's door latch (19V-849) and front seat belt cable (20V-378) recalls.
Volvo S60 problems
For a used S60, the key recalls depend on generation: 2023–2025 cars have the rearview camera fix (25V-908), 2020–2022 T8s the battery short-circuit recall (25V-179), 2011–2017 cars the door latch recall (19V-849), and 2001–2009 cars a driver airbag inflator recall (21V-766) covering 259,383 vehicles.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common Volvo problems?
They depend on the model and powertrain. Across the 7 Volvo models covered here, the most documented items are rearview camera image may not display (recall 25V-908) on the XC90; rearview camera image may not display (recall 25V-908) on the XC60; rearview camera image may not display (recall 25V-908) on the XC40. Each model page lists issues by generation with sources.
How do I check a Volvo for open recalls?
Enter the 17-character VIN on NHTSA’s recall lookup or the Volvo owner site, or ask a Volvo dealer to run it. Recall repairs are free. CarWhere’s known-issues pages list major recall campaign numbers by model and generation.
Are known issues the same as years to avoid?
No. Known-issues pages explain specific, documented mechanical problems and recalls. Years-to-avoid research ranks model years against each other, so the two answer different questions and are linked from each model page where both exist.
Sources
Each model page lists its own sources. Key references:
- NHTSA recalls database — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recalls Data (NHTSA recall campaigns, dataset 6axg-epim) — U.S. Department of Transportation open data
- Volvo Car USA newsroom — press releases, pricing and specifications — Volvo Car USA
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