MYRModel Year Report

2018 Volvo XC90

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2018 Volvo XC90
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:01:35.097Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volvo XC90 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2018 highlighted. 2003: 93 complaints 2003 2004: 462 complaints 2005: 223 complaints 2006: 53 complaints 2006 2007: 38 complaints 2008: 29 complaints 2009: 7 complaints 2009 2010: 12 complaints 2011: 19 complaints 2012: 3 complaints 2012 2013: 11 complaints 2014: 4 complaints 2015: 0 complaints 2015 2016: 195 complaints 2017: 73 complaints 2018: 46 complaints 2018 2019: 37 complaints 2020: 28 complaints 2021: 32 complaints 2021 2022: 28 complaints 2023: 39 complaints 2024: 30 complaints 2024 2025: 26 complaints 2025
2018: 46 complaints
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YearComplaints
200393
2004462
2005223
200653
200738
200829
20097
201012
201119
20123
201311
20144
20150
2016195
201773
201846
201937
202028
202132
202228
202339
202430
202526

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 26%

26% of complaints: electrical system — 12 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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I am reporting a serious safety concern involving a 2018 Volvo XC90 T8 PHEV.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260623

SERVICE BRAKES 20%

20% of complaints: service brakes — 9 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT A SPEED OF 15-40 MPH, THE SUV IS ACTIVATING THE CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING "CITY CRASH AVOIDANCE" WITHOUT ANYTHING IN THE PATH OF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190801

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 13%

13% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 6 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
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At approximately 6:30 PM, after normal driving and parking at a local park, our family was unloading children from the vehicle. One child was standing next to the vehicle while we removed a younger child from the rear seat.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260616

ENGINE 11%

11% of complaints: engine — 5 distinct reports on file.

VISIBILITY/WIPER 9%

9% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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VOLVO XC90 2018 MODELS WILL NOT ALWAYS DISPLAY REAR VIEW CAMERA CONTENT WITHIN 2 SECONDS OF SHIFTING INTO REVERSE AS PER FMVSS 111. THIS IS DUE TO REALLY SLOW AND LAGGING INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181109

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20181226 — electrical system

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39917.

Campaign 18V800000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20210714 — electrical system

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2016-2020 XC90 Excellence vehicles. Liquid or condensation on the rear seat control display may cause the front passenger seat to move back as far as possible.

Remedy: Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will update the rear seat control display software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552.

Campaign 21V273000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

R 20240119 — seat belts

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2015-2024 XC90 vehicles. The second-row seat belt buckle and lower belt anchor bolts may not be tightened properly.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the second-row seat belt buckle anchorage bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552.

Campaign 23V827000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2018 Volvo XC90 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 18V800000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 21V273000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 23V827000 (seat belts) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2024 ▲ 2021 ● 2019

WORST YEARS

■ 2004 ■ 2005 ■ 2016

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FAQ

Is the 2018 Volvo XC90 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Volvo XC90 is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Volvo XC90?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Volvo XC90 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.