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.
CarWhere lists 15 documented XC90 issues, including 15 NHTSA safety recalls, each with affected years, powertrains, symptoms, pre-purchase checks and a source. Recall entries come from NHTSA's recall dataset on the DOT open-data portal, which may not list every campaign, so run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup.
Second generation XC90 problems (2016–present)
Rearview camera image may not display (recall 25V-908) (2023–2025)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2016–present) – 2023–2025
- Years:
- 2023–2025
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 25V-908 covers 2023–2025 XC90 models among about 413,151 Volvo vehicles because the rearview camera image may not appear when the car is put in reverse, failing FMVSS 111. It replaces recall 25V-282, and cars repaired under 25V-282 need the new software remedy, done over the air or by a dealer.
Symptoms
- Blank or missing camera image when shifting into reverse
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Confirm the software update was installed, over the air or by a dealer
NHTSA recall: 25V908000 (2025-12) · 413,151 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [1][2][3]
Plug-in hybrid high-voltage battery may short circuit (recall 25V-179) (2020–2022)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2016–present) – 2020–2022 T8
- Years:
- 2020–2022
- Powertrain:
- T8 plug-in hybrid
Recall 25V-179 covers 2020–2022 XC90 plug-in hybrids along with S60, V60, XC60 and S90/V90 plug-in hybrids, about 7,483 vehicles in total, because a battery module can short circuit when the battery is fully charged and the car is parked, raising the risk of a fire. Volvo told owners not to charge until the repair is done; dealers inspect and replace modules as needed and update battery-monitoring software.
Symptoms
- No specific warning before the fault; follow the owner letter and do not charge until repaired
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller whether the battery module inspection or replacement was done
NHTSA recall: 25V179000 (2025-03) · 7,483 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [4][3]
Loss of brake function in B mode or One Pedal Drive (recall 25V-392) (2020–2026)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2016–present) – 2020–2026 T8
- Years:
- 2020–2026
- Powertrain:
- Plug-in hybrid and electric
Recall 25V-392 covers 2020–2026 XC90 plug-in hybrids and other Volvo PHEVs and EVs, about 11,469 vehicles, because brake function may be lost while coasting downhill in "B" mode (plug-in hybrids) or One Pedal Drive (electric models). Volvo advised owners not to use those modes until the brake module software is updated over the air or by a dealer.
Symptoms
- Reduced or no braking while coasting downhill in B mode or One Pedal Drive
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Confirm the software update was installed, over the air or by a dealer
NHTSA recall: 25V392000 (2025-06) · 11,469 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [5][3]
Second-row seat belt buckle bolts may be loose (recall 23V-827) (2015–2024)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2016–present) – 2015–2024
- Years:
- 2015–2024
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 23V-827 covers about 2,911 XC90s built for model years 2015–2024 because the second-row seat belt buckle and lower anchor bolts may not have been tightened properly. Dealers inspect and tighten them.
Symptoms
- Loose second-row buckle or belt anchor
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 23V827000 (2023-12) · 2,911 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [6][3]
Engine may not start, causing loss of drive power (recall 22V-793) (2022–2023)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2016–present) – 2022–2023
- Years:
- 2022–2023
- Powertrain:
- Plug-in hybrid
Recall 22V-793 covers 2022–2023 XC90 models with the S60, V60, S90L and XC60, about 15,674 vehicles, because an engine control module software error may stop the gasoline engine from starting, so the car loses drive power once the high-voltage battery is depleted. Dealers update the ECM software.
Symptoms
- Loss of power when the hybrid battery runs down
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 22V793000 (2022-10) · 15,674 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [7][3]
Low-pressure fuel pump fuse can fail (recall 21V-414) (2019–2020)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2016–present) – 2019–2020
- Years:
- 2019–2020
- Powertrain:
- Gasoline and plug-in hybrid
Recall 21V-414 covers XC90 models among about 85,550 2019–2020 Volvos because the low-pressure fuel pump can blow its fuse and fail, which can stall the engine. Dealers replace the fuse.
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 21V414000 (2021-06) · 85,550 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [8][3]
Automatic emergency braking may not engage (recall 20V-144) (2019–2020)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2016–present) – 2019–2020
- Years:
- 2019–2020
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 20V-144 covers XC90 models among about 121,605 2019–2020 Volvos because a software and hardware incompatibility can stop the automatic emergency braking system from detecting obstacles. Dealers update the Active Safety Domain Master software.
Symptoms
- No obvious symptom; the system may fail to brake for an obstacle
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 20V144000 (2020-03) · 121,605 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [9][3]
Coolant bleeder hose can crack and leak, fire risk (recall 19V-308) (2016)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2016–present) – 2016
- Years:
- 2016
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 19V-308 covers about 34,006 2016 XC90s because heat and humidity can crack the engine coolant bleeder hose. Leaking coolant can collect in the catalytic converter heat-shield insulation and catch fire while the car is stationary. Dealers replace the engine-side bleeder hose.
Symptoms
- Coolant smell or falling coolant level
- Coolant warning light
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 19V308000 (2019-04) · 34,006 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [10][3]
A/C drain hose may leak into the cabin and affect airbags (recall 16V-690) (2016–2017)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2016–present) – 2016–2017
- Years:
- 2016–2017
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 16V-690 covers about 43,766 2016–2017 XC90 and S90 vehicles because an incorrectly installed air-conditioning drain hose can leak water into the passenger compartment, which can affect airbag deployment. Dealers inspect and replace the hose as needed.
Symptoms
- Wet front carpets or water on the passenger-side floor
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 16V690000 (2016-09) · 43,766 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [11][3]
Sunroof switch can close the roof unintentionally (recall 16V-268) (2016)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2016–present) – 2016
- Years:
- 2016
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 16V-268 covers about 30,214 2016 XC90s because the overhead sunroof switch was not recessed enough and could be pressed by accident, fully closing the roof (FMVSS 118). A software update disables auto-close.
Symptoms
- Sunroof that closes when the switch is brushed
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 16V268000 (2016-05) · 30,214 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [12][3]
Third-row curtain airbags may not fully inflate (recall 15V-497) (2016)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2016–present) – 2016
- Years:
- 2016
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 15V-497 covers about 3,911 2016 XC90s built January 27 to July 10, 2015, because the third-row curtain airbags may not fully inflate. Dealers modify the D-pillar trim panels.
Symptoms
- None visible to the driver
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 15V497000 (2015-08) · 3,911 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [13][3]
Curtain airbag securing bolts may break (recall 17V-104) (2017)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2016–present) – 2017
- Years:
- 2017
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 17V-104 covers about 10,476 2017 XC90, S90 and V90 Cross Country vehicles because bolts holding the inflatable curtain airbags may break, so the curtains may not deploy properly (FMVSS 226). Dealers inspect and replace the bolts.
Symptoms
- None visible to the driver
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 17V104000 (2017-02) · 10,476 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [14][3]
First generation XC90 problems (2003–2014)
Fuel pump flange can crack and leak (recall 09V-483) (2003–2005)
Safety recall- Generation:
- First generation (2003–2014) – 2003–2005
- Years:
- 2003–2005
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 09V-483 covers 2003–2005 XC90s, plus S60, S80, V70 and XC70 models, about 158,733 vehicles sold or registered in hot-climate states and US territories. Heat and temperature cycling can crack the fuel pump flange and cause a fuel leak. Dealers inspect and, if needed, replace the pump with a modified design.
Symptoms
- Fuel smell
- Fuel leaking near the rear seat area or tank
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 09V483000 (2009-12) · 158,733 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [15][3]
Fuel pressure line may leak (recall 10V-147) (2010)
Safety recall- Generation:
- First generation (2003–2014) – 2010
- Years:
- 2010
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 10V-147 covers about 2,494 2010 XC90s because a leak can develop between the fuel line and a connector, with fire risk near the right front wheel. Dealers check the date code and replace the line if it falls in the recalled range.
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 10V147000 (2010-04) · 2,494 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [16][3]
Power steering fluid may leak (recall 11V-286) (2010–2011)
Safety recall- Generation:
- First generation (2003–2014) – 2010–2011
- Years:
- 2010–2011
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 11V-286 covers about 350 2010–2011 XC90s built January 29 to August 16, 2010, because fluid can leak at the steering gear valve housing pipe connection, risking sudden loss of power assist. Dealers replace the oil pipes.
Symptoms
- Heavier steering
- Power steering fluid leak
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 11V286000 (2011-05) · 350 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [17][3]