2018 Volvo V90 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other V90 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Volvo V90. That ranks 2nd out of 9 V90 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is exterior lighting (2 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Volvo V90 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 100% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Volvo V90 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical 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.
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.
Rear light malfunction alert. Intermittent. Seems to happen when humidity is high.
A medium rain caused water to enter the rear taillights and short out, causing malfunctions for both sides. The forums and Facebooks are littered with these post. Itâs not off but when. Itâs a poor design and safety hazard that is costing to repair.
Other Volvo V90 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 V90 | 0 | 3 |
| 2021 V90 | 1 | 2 |
| 2020 V90 | 1 | 2 |
| 2019 V90 | 1 | 3 |
| 2018 | 2 | 1 |
| 2017 V90 | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 V90 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 V90 | 10 | 0 |
| 1997 V90 | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Volvo V90?
Owners most often report exterior lighting, electrical system problems. The top one, exterior lighting, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Volvo V90?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Volvo V90 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other V90 model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.