Large SUV
2018 Volvo XC90: problems, recalls and fuel economy
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Owners have filed 76 complaints about the 2018 Volvo XC90 with NHTSA, and it has 3 recalls. We don't rate it yet: a rating needs sales figures to turn complaints into rates.
Owner complaints
76
filed with NHTSA
Recalls
3
on record
Fuel economy
27 mpg
best version, EPA combined
Fuel, 5 years
$7,556
12,000 mi a year, $3.40/gal
What owners complain about most
Engines and fuel economy
| Version | Drive | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 mpg |
| Automatic (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | All-Wheel Drive | 24 mpg |
| Automatic (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | All-Wheel Drive | 27 mpg |
Recalls
Seat Belts › Critical FastenersDec 7, 2023 · campaign 23V827000
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.
Electrical System › SoftwareApr 21, 2021 · campaign 21V273000
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.
Electrical System › SoftwareNov 13, 2018 · campaign 18V800000
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. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have an error causing the Telematics and Driver Support Systems to function improperly. As a result, the GPS will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of
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Other years of the Volvo XC90
| Year | Reliability |
|---|---|
| 2027 | Not rated yet |
| 2026 | Not rated yet |
| 2025 | Not rated yet |
| 2024 | Not rated yet |
| 2023 | Not rated yet |
| 2022 | Not rated yet |
| 2021 | Not rated yet |
| 2020 | Not rated yet |
| 2019 | Not rated yet |
| 2018 | Not rated yet |
| 2017 | Not rated yet |
| 2016 | Not rated yet |
Questions people ask
What problems does the 2018 Volvo XC90 have?
Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA: electrical system (15), brakes (12), body, glass & interior (12). We don't rate it yet, so this count isn't a reliability score: popular cars get more complaints.
How many recalls does the 2018 Volvo XC90 have?
3 recalls on record with NHTSA.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Volvo XC90 get?
Up to 27 mpg combined (EPA), depending on the engine.