2023 Volvo XC90 reliability

Is it reliable?

The 2023 Volvo XC90 has 0 complaints with NHTSA after 4 years, or 0 per year. That is about even with the other XC90 years here. Their median is 0 complaints per year. NHTSA has 6 recalls on file, including Back-over prevention, software, Critical fasteners, and Electrical system.

2012 Volvo XC90 — Photo by Alexander Migl, resized from the original. Wikimedia Commons CC BY-SA 4.0

Complaints

Per year

Recalls

Years on the road

Next to 2022 and 2024

The 2022 XC90 has 0 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2024 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2023 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2022. The 2023 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2024.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2023 Volvo XC90. How we count. Data as of 2026-10-16.

Recalls (6)

Recall back-over prevention, software 2025-12-23 · NHTSA campaign 25V908000

Summary 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. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

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 Car’s customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Recall back-over prevention, software 2025-05-08 · NHTSA campaign 25V282000

Summary 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. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

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. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.

Recall seat belts, critical fasteners 2023-12-07 · NHTSA campaign 23V827000

Summary 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. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10259.

Recall Electrical system 2023-03-22 · NHTSA campaign 23V188000

Summary Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles. A diagnostic trouble code (DTC) may be falsely detected for the emergency call system (e-call) and display "e-Call Service Required" in the driver information module (DIM).

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. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10225.

Recall Hydraulic brakes 2023-01-19 · NHTSA campaign 23V012000

Summary Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60, V60CC, V90CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles. A diagnostic error in the Brake Control Module 2 (BCM2) may cause a loss of Antilock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and traction control.

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. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10217.

Recall engine and cooling, engine, engine control module 2022-10-20 · NHTSA campaign 22V793000

Summary 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.

Complaints by component (0 total)

No complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.

NHTSA crash ratings

Version	Overall	Front	Side	Rollover
2023 Volvo XC90 B5 SUV AWD	5 stars	5 stars	5 stars	4 stars
2023 Volvo XC90 B6 SUV AWD	5 stars	5 stars	5 stars	4 stars
2023 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 PHEV SUV AWD	5 stars	5 stars	5 stars	4 stars

Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.

Fuel economy

Trim	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City	Hwy	Combined	Annual fuel cost
XC90 B5 all-wheel drive	2L, 4-cyl	Automatic (8-speed)	All-wheel drive	22	28	25 MPG	$3200
XC90 B6 all-wheel drive	2L, 4-cyl	Automatic (8-speed)	All-wheel drive	20	26	22 MPG	$3650
XC90 T8 all-wheel drive Recharge	2L, 4-cyl	Automatic (8-speed)	All-wheel drive	26	27	27 MPG / 530 mi range	$2950

Specs and fitment

Second generation (SPA), 2015–present

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Volvo XC90 reliable?

Is the 2023 Volvo XC90 more reliable than the years next to it?

Has the 2023 Volvo XC90 been recalled?

The 2023 Volvo XC90 has 6 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Volvo XC90?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2023 Volvo XC90 with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2023 Volvo XC90 get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2023 Volvo XC90 is 24.7 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

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.