Volvo XC90PHEV Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Volvo XC90PHEV, across 7 model years (2020–2026). The 2026 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is back over prevention.
Volvo XC90PHEV years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No XC90PHEV model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2026 XC90PHEV: 3 complaints, 1 recall
- 2021 XC90PHEV: 1 complaint, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Volvo XC90PHEV problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Volvo XC90PHEV model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 XC90PHEV | 3 | 1 | — | Back Over Prevention | |
| 2025 XC90PHEV | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2024 XC90PHEV | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2023 XC90PHEV | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2022 XC90PHEV | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2021 XC90PHEV | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2020 XC90PHEV | 0 | 2 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Volvo XC90PHEV years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2026 (3), 2021 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Volvo XC90PHEV?
Back Over Prevention, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Volvo XC90PHEV have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.