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2024 Volvo S90: What to check before buying

Only 1 owner complaint is on file with NHTSA for this car, so this sheet is short. Problems reported on other S90 years with the same design are listed below the checklist.

Volvo S902024
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
2
Crashes reported
0
Reliability
Good
66/100 on Auto Reliability Index

Run the VIN before you go

A history report shows accidents, title brands, odometer readings, and open recalls for this 2024 Volvo S90. Ask the seller for the VIN; it is also on the dash at the base of the windshield.

Your inspection sheet

Tick items off on your phone at the car, or print it. Ticks stay on this device.

These checks are specific to this model year. For tires, body panels, fluids, and the other basics every used car needs, use the general inspection guide.

Reported on other S90 years with the same design

Few owners have reported problems with this year yet. These years share the 2024's design and most of its parts, so their problems are the ones to look for on this car too.

2018 S90

12 owner complaints
  • Electrical 3
  • Brakes 2

Worth adding to your 2024 checks

  • Open every door, especially the rear doors, from both inside and outside to confirm each latch releases.
  • Press the fuel door and confirm it pops open every time.
  • With the car running, check the instrument cluster for a "Volvo on Call Service Required" warning.
Open the 2018 checklist

Which S90 is it?

EPA figures for each version of the 2024 Volvo S90. Use them to confirm you are looking at the version that was advertised, and as a yardstick on the test drive.

VersionDriveEPA rating
2.0L 4-cylAWD25 mpg
  • On the hybrid, watch for the car moving off on electric power at low speed and for any hybrid system warning on the dash.
  • Reset the trip computer at the start of the drive. A S90 that averages well under the EPA 25 mpg combined on a mixed route may have an engine or tire problem.

Where the 2024 fits in the S90's history

Redesigns and mid-cycle updates change what can go wrong.

The 2024 is the eighth model year of the S90's first generation (2017 on).

It includes the 2023 update.

What changed for 2023

  • Mild hybrids become the only engine option in the US after removing conventional engines

Recalls to confirm (2)

Recall repairs are free at any Volvo dealer, but the seller may never have had them done. Check each campaign number against the VIN.

  1. 25V908000Backup cameraDec 2025

    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.".

    Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: 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.

  2. 25V282000Backup cameraMay 2025

    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.".

    Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: 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.

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