Every 2019 Volvo XC90 recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Steering · NHTSA 23V001000
May 1, 2023Steering
- Problem
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2022 V60CC, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. During steering gear assembly, double screws may have been assembled on top of each other, which can cause a screw to fall into the gearbox housing.
- Risk
- A screw inside the gearbox housing can cause the steering wheel to lock up and increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10213.
Full recall details for 23V001000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 21V414000
Feb 6, 2021Electrical System:Wiring:Fuses and Circuit Breakers
- Problem
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2020 V90, XC60, S60, V60, V60CC, S90, V90CC, S90L, and XC90 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail.
- Risk
- Failure of the low-pressure fuel pump can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10100.
Full recall details for 21V414000 →Forward Collision Avoidance · NHTSA 20V144000
Dec 3, 2020Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
- Problem
- Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.
- Risk
- If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R29998.
Full recall details for 20V144000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 18V800000
Nov 13, 2018Electrical System:Software
- Problem
- 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 an emergency.
- Risk
- If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.
- Fix
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39917.
Full recall details for 18V800000 →
2019 Volvo XC90 complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 42 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Volvo XC90, reporting 2 crashes, 3 fires, 8 injuries. Volvo has issued at least 362 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Electrical System11
- Engine10
- Unknown Or Other9
- Visibility6
- Service Brakes4
- Structure4
Service bulletins by component
- Equipment (139)
- Electrical System (114)
- Unknown Or Other (32)
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (30)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (27)
- Engine (19)
Read Volvo XC90 owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2019 Volvo XC90
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in one investigation. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
What people reported
Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Volvo XC90. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Injury reportedFire
“The contact owned a 2019 Volvo XC90. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50-52 MPH, there smoke coming from the front passenger's side wheel well of the vehicle.”
2019 VOLVO XC90Feb 19, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11719068
Injury reported
“The chrome trim started peeling on the center console, near cup holders. This revealed a razor sharp edge on which I cut my finger. All of the exterior door handles have chrome trim and are peeling. Last week my [XXX] daughter cut her finger as a result of a sharp peeled chrome edge.”
2019 VOLVO XC90Oct 23, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11621625
Crash
“According to Volvo, there is a problem with the valve ring(s) not sealing, oil coming into the #1 piston chamber and excessive oil consumption. However, they have yet to provide everything clearly in writing with an explanation.”
2019 VOLVO XC90Aug 31, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11541932
Injury reported
“On 23rd July 2022 my son went underneath a reversing XC90 2019 vehicle. The front wheel went over his leg and arm. He miraculously survived and the event was close to taking his life. The vehicle was my wife's car.”
2019 VOLVO XC90Aug 19, 2022
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11480231
Injury reportedCrash
“The contact owns a 2019 VOLVO XC90. The contact stated that while her foot was on the brake pedal and while talking with a friend outside her vehicle, she had decided to place the vehicle into park.”
2019 VOLVO XC90Aug 9, 2021
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11428347
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