2025 Volvo EX90 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other EX90 years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 72 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Volvo EX90. That is the most of any EX90 model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (36 complaints, 50%), typically at around 598 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 injury. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
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- 72owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2025 Volvo EX90 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 36 | 50% | 598 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 17 | 24% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 19% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 9 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 9 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 9 | 13% | 700 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2025 Volvo EX90 recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support device/strut
Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2025 EX90 vehicles. A spindle nut may detach from the Power Operated Tailgate (POT) drive units, causing the tailgate to suddenly drop.
Risk: A tailgate that suddenly drops can hit a person, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised not to use the POT function until the repair is completed. Dealers will replace both POT drive units. Owner letters were mailed November 24, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10342. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 7, 2025.
Electrical system:software; exterior lighting:headlights:concealment devices
Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2025 EX90 vehicles. Due to a software error in the low power controller (LPC), the headlight shutters may close over the high and low beams while driving.
Risk: A loss of headlight function while driving can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: The LPC software will be updated manually, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10298.
Seats:critical fasteners
Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2025 EX90 vehicles. The bolts for the second-row free-standing seat may not be tightened properly.
Risk: An improperly tightened seat may not adequately restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10292.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Center screen goes black when driving. Driver display goes black when driving leaving me without speedometer or any data as everything is on those 2 screens. Misaligned passanger door that doesnt open properly. Dealership has fixed trim piece but not the alignment of the door. I have been back to…
On September 3rd 2026, my wife was driving our 2025 Volvo EX90 Ultra (approx.1560 miles) with our three children, ages 1, 4, and 6, in the vehicle when the air conditioning failed completely. Outside temperatures were over 100°F in Austin, Texas. The EX90 has a large glass panoramic roof, and the…
My husband and I were driving with our [XXX] son on the southbound [XXX] in the fast lane. There was some traffic so we were not traveling too fast, but in the fast lane nonetheless. An error message came on the screens indicating there was a critical electrical failure. At that moment, my husband…
Failure of the onboard AC charging component, known as the Grid to High Voltage Converter A (GHCA) or onboard charger module. This vehicle would not charge on AC current, but could only be charged on DC current. This is a safety issue, as you may get stranded without access to a DC capable charger…
My 2026 Volvo EX90, with approximately 3,000 miles, experienced a complete vehicle failure while being used as our family vehicle in Phoenix, Arizona. While my nanny was driving my two young children, including my [XXX], the air conditioning stopped functioning during approximately 110â115°F…
Other Volvo EX90 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 EX90 | 7 | 0 |
| 2025 | 72 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Volvo EX90?
Owners most often report electrical system, unknown or other, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 36 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2025 Volvo EX90?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2025 Volvo EX90 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other EX90 model years, the 2025 has too little data to compare, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.