Volvo XC90 years to avoid and best years
There are not enough Volvo XC90 years yet to compare newer ones with older ones. 2013 has the most complaints per year, at 0 (11 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2012 at 0 (from 3 complaints), 2014 at 0 (from 4 complaints), and 2013 at 0 (from 11 complaints). The Volvo XC90 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet. On the 2013 Volvo XC90, 2 of 11 complaints name Air bags.
Data as of .
2012
2014
2013
2025–26
Volvo XC90 reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Volvo XC90. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Too early | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 24.7 |
| 2025 Too early | 0 | 0 | 2 | — | 25.3 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — | 24.7 |
| 2023 → | 0 | 0 | 6 | — | 24.7 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — | 24.6 |
| 2021 → | 0 | 0 | 6 | — | 24.3 |
| 2020 → | 0 | 0 | 7 | — | 24 |
| 2019 → | 0 | 0 | 6 | — | 23.5 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — | 24.8 |
| 2017 → | 0 | 0 | 7 | — | 23.5 |
| 2016 → | 0 | 0 | 8 | — | 23.5 |
| 2014 Fewest | 0 | 4 | 0 | Air bags | 18.5 |
| 2013 → Most | 0 | 11 | 0 | Air bags | 18.5 |
| 2012 Fewest | 0 | 3 | 0 | Electrical system, Equipment, Back-over prevention | 18.5 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- SUV
- Oil
- 0W-30/5W-30 (3.2L) · 7.2 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 235/65R17, 235/60R18 (trim dependent)
- Body styles
- SUV
- Oil
- 0W-20 (2.0L) · 6 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 235/60R18, 235/55R19; optional 275/45R20+ (trim dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 19V308000 covers certain 2016 XC90 vehicles. Exposure to heat and humidity may crack the engine coolant bleeder hose and leak coolant; if unnoticed, coolant may accumulate in catalytic-converter heat-shield insulation and catch fire when the vehicle is stationary. Recall 16V268000 covers certain 2016 XC90 vehicles where the overhead sunroof switch may not be adequately recessed and can be pressed unintentionally so the sunroof fully closes. Recall 23V827000 covers certain 2015-2024 XC90 vehicles where second-row seat belt buckle and lower belt anchor bolts may not be tightened properly.
Frequently asked questions
Which Volvo XC90 years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2012 at 0 (from 3 complaints), 2014 at 0 (from 4 complaints), and 2013 at 0 (from 11 complaints).
Which Volvo XC90 year has the most owner complaints?
2013 has the most complaints per year, at 0 (11 complaints). On the 2013 Volvo XC90, 2 of 11 complaints name Air bags.
How do Volvo XC90 owner complaints compare by year?
There are not enough Volvo XC90 years yet to compare newer ones with older ones.
Which Volvo XC90 years are too early to compare?
The Volvo XC90 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet.
What oil does a Volvo XC90 take?
P2 (2012-2014) 3.2L lists 0W-30/5W-30 (~7.2 qt); SPA (2015-on) 2.0L lists 0W-20 (~6 qt).
What does recall 19V308000 cover on the XC90?
Certain 2016 XC90 vehicles: heat and humidity may crack the engine coolant bleeder hose and cause a leak that can lead to a fire risk if unnoticed—see the NHTSA campaign for the remedy.
What tire sizes does the SPA XC90 use?
OEM sizes include 235/60R18 and 235/55R19; larger optional sizes such as 275/45R20 also appear by trim.