2019 Volvo V90 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 25, 2025 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other V90 years
Not enough data 3rd of 9 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2019 Volvo V90. That ranks 3rd out of 9 V90 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is exterior lighting (1 complaints, 100%). There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.

Volvo V90
Volvo V90 Cross Country. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: MichalPL, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2019 Volvo V90 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Exterior Lighting1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Exterior Lighting1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2019 Volvo V90 recalls (3)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers; fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpJun 2, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V414000 · 85,550 vehicles

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.

Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking; forward collision avoidance:software:pedestrian/cyclist/object/obstacle/ recognitionMar 12, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V144000 · 121,605 vehicles

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.

Electrical system:softwareNov 13, 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V800000 · 17,548 vehicles

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 taillight failure due to moisture incursion. No message appeared, but light failure was observed less than a month ago. Car is in for regular service now and item is being replaced at great personal expense, since it will not pass required safety inspection until repaired. Reporting this here…

Exterior Lighting · received Jun 25, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11669217

Other Volvo V90 years

← 2018 V90 · 2020 V90 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2022 V9003
2021 V9012
2020 V9012
201913
2018 V9021
2017 V9001
1999 V9000
1998 V90100
1997 V9010

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Volvo V90?

Owners most often report exterior lighting problems. The top one, exterior lighting, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2019 Volvo V90?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2019 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 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.