2008 Volvo XC90
Only 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 29
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2008
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 29 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 93 |
| 2004 | 462 |
| 2005 | 223 |
| 2006 | 53 |
| 2007 | 38 |
| 2008 | 29 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 4 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 197 |
| 2017 | 81 |
| 2018 | 52 |
| 2019 | 42 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2021 | 38 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 41 |
| 2024 | 38 |
| 2025 | 28 |
Known problem areas
Only 29 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
8 of 29 total reports mention: electrical system.
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All seatbelts in vehicle sticks and/or catches have to use seriously more pressure on release button,or seatbelt/latch itâs self or both. My wife and children have had me have to come get it because it wouldnât release.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-02-04
Also filed under Engine and seat belts
Engine
6 of 29 total reports mention: engine.
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Tl* the contact owned a 2008 Volvo XC90. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle seized without any warning light illuminated. The driver attempted to depress the accelerator pedal which failed to respond.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-03
Seat belts
4 of 29 total reports mention: seat belts.
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Advised by service department that seat belts were replaced because locking mechanism tended to hang-up. However we did not qualify because we didn't request replacement within the warranty period.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-20
Power train
4 of 29 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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My 2005 T6 has already had a transmission replaced at 25K miles (Under warranty).
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-02-14
Fuel/propulsion system
3 of 29 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2008-01-28Visibility07V563000 On certain sport utility vehicles, under certain conditions, the climate control module (Ccm) may receive a 'shut-down signal' from the engine control module (ECM) after ignition key insertion. If…
Remedy: The ECM software will be upgraded. The recall began on January 28, 2008. Owners may contact Volvo AT 1-800-458-1552.
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2008-05-02Engine and engine cooling08V206000 Volvo is recalling 102 my 2008 XC90 and S80 vehicles equipped with V8 engines. These vehicles may have been built with incorrect bolts to the engine mount.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine mount bolts for specific markings. If any of the bolts contain the incorrect markings, the bracket and bolts will be replaced. All owners have been contacted and…
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2010-11-18Equipment10V566000 Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (Gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
Remedy: Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable gps device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit is affected. The unit's battery will be replaced with a…
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Volvo XC90 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 07V563000 · Visibility
- Recall 08V206000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 10V566000 · Equipment
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2008 Volvo XC90 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Volvo XC90?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Volvo XC90 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.