2019 Volvo XC90
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| 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 | 195 |
| 2017 | 73 |
| 2018 | 46 |
| 2019 | 37 |
| 2020 | 28 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 28 |
| 2023 | 39 |
| 2024 | 30 |
| 2025 | 26 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
30% of complaints: electrical system — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2019 VOLVO XC90. The contact stated that while her foot was on the brake pedal and while talking with a friend outside her vehicle, she had decided to place the vehicle into park.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210809
24% of complaints: engine — 9 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
My engine caught on fire. Unknown cause at this time.
NHTSA ODI report, 20251125
8% of complaints: service brakes — 3 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
On 23rd July 2022 my son went underneath a reversing XC90 2019 vehicle. The front wheel went over his leg and arm. He miraculously survived and the event was close to taking his life. The vehicle was my wife's car.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220819
8% of complaints: air bags — 3 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: structure — 2 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552.
Campaign 20V144000 — check if this car was fixed
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2020 V90, XC60, S60, V60, V60CC, S90, V90CC, S90L, and XC90 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10100.
Campaign 21V414000 — check if this car was fixed
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
Pedestrian alert sounds
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2022 V60CC, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. During steering gear assembly, double screws may have been assembled on top of each other, which can cause a screw to fall into the gearbox housing.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10213.
Campaign 23V001000 — check if this car was fixed
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
2019 Volvo XC90 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V800000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V144000 (forward collision avoidance) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V414000 (electrical system, fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V273000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V001000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V827000 (seat belts) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Volvo XC90 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Volvo XC90 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Volvo XC90?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Volvo XC90 have?
6 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.