Used Volvo XC90: Inspection checklist
Pick the model year you are going to see. Each sheet lists the checks for the problems owners reported on that year, in the order you would do them at the car. Owners filed 229 complaints across these 9 years; the 2018 drew the most.
Choose a model year
2026
Most reported: backup camera
2 complaints2 recallsOpen checklist
2025
Most reported: electrical
23 complaints3 recallsOpen checklist
2024
Most reported: electrical
26 complaints3 recallsOpen checklist
2023
Most reported: electrical
39 complaints6 recallsOpen checklist
2022
Most reported: electrical
27 complaints4 recallsOpen checklist
2021
Fewest complaintsMost reported: electrical
17 complaints5 recallsOpen checklist
2020
Most reported: electrical
24 complaints7 recallsOpen checklist
2019
Most reported: electrical
31 complaints6 recallsOpen checklist
2018
Most complaintsMost reported: electrical
40 complaints3 recallsOpen checklist
Problems that follow the XC90 from year to year
Each of these is a top-three complaint area in at least two model years. Darker cells mean more complaints that year. Whatever year you are looking at, give these extra time.
| Area | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 7 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 5 | 58 | |
| Brakes | 3 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 23 | ||
| Backup camera | 5 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 14 | |||||
| Engine | 3 | 4 | 2 | 9 |
XC90 generations and updates
First years of a new generation and mid-cycle updates are marked. Each year links to its checklist.
Second generation
2016–now
2020 update: Revised front and rear fascias; New front grille design; Added Sensus infotainment system compatibility with Android Auto; Kinetic energy recovery braking system introduced
2023 update: Base Momentum replaced with Core and Plus models; R Design and Inscription replaced with Plus and Ultimate models
2025 update: Redesigned front fascia; New headlights and grille design; Updated touchscreen infotainment system
Mileages where XC90 problems start
From owner reports for each model year, lowest mileage first. Compare these with the odometer of the car you are seeing.
| Typical mileage | Problem | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 27,000–56,500 miles | AC evaporator coil leak | 2019 |
Every XC90 recall to confirm
17 recalls cover the XC90years on this site. Open a campaign number for NHTSA's full notice. 12 campaigns span more than one model year.
