Is the 2023 Volvo XC90 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Volvo XC90 is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Volvo XC90?

The most-reported component is back over prevention, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2023 Volvo XC90 have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

2023 Volvo XC90

● Typical for this model

2023 Volvo XC90
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:35:36.104Z

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: 41
Recalls: 6
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Back over prevention

Complaints per year

2023: 41 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

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Back over prevention

39% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing rearview system braking and camera.

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The rearview camera on the Volvo continually freezes, is delayed to start or blacks out.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-06

Electrical system

24% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and instrument cluster/panel.

Forward collision avoidance

15% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.

Fuel/propulsion system

12% · 5 reports

Service brakes

10% · 4 reports

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2022-12-09Engine and engine cooling22V793000 Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S60, V60, S90L, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An electronic control module (ECM) software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting, causing a loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will update the ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10198.

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2023-02-27Service brakes, hydraulic23V012000 Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60, V60CC, V90CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles.

Remedy: Volvo will release an over-the-air (OTA) BCM2 software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 15, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552.

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2023-04-21Electrical system23V188000 Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the telematics and connectivity antenna module (TCAM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service 1-800-458-1552.

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2024-01-19Seat belts23V827000 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.

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2025-06-27Back over prevention25V282000 Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles.

Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552.

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2026-03-02Back over prevention25V908000 Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles.

Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Carâs customer service at 1-800-458-1552.

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Buy-smart checklist

2023 Volvo XC90 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Back over prevention: 16 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 10 reports on file for this year.
Forward collision avoidance: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 22V793000 · Engine and engine cooling
Recall 23V012000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 23V188000 · Electrical system
Recall 23V827000 · Seat belts
Recall 25V282000 · Back over prevention
Recall 25V908000 · Back over prevention

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Worst years3 years

FAQ

Is the 2023 Volvo XC90 reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Volvo XC90 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Volvo XC90?: The most-reported component is back over prevention, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Volvo XC90 have?: 6 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.