2021 Volvo XC90PHEV Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XC90PHEV years
- Not enough data 2nd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2021 Volvo XC90PHEV. That ranks 2nd out of 7 XC90PHEV model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2021 Volvo XC90PHEV 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 | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2021 Volvo XC90PHEV recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes; service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module:software
Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 Volvo C40 BEV, 2025 EC40, 2023-2024 XC40 BEV, 2020-2026 XC90 PHEV, 2022-2026 XC60 PHEV, 2023-2025 S60 PHEV, 2024-2025 V60 PHEV, and 2025-2026 EX40 and 2025 S90 PHEV vehicles. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "B" mode or "One Pedal Drive," the vehicle may lose brake function.
Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to use "B" Mode (for plug-in hybrid vehicles) or "One Pedal Drive" (for pure electric vehicles) until the repair has been completed. The brake module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10329.
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.
See attached document for complaint.
Other Volvo XC90PHEV years
← 2020 XC90PHEV · 2022 XC90PHEV →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 XC90PHEV | 3 | 1 |
| 2025 XC90PHEV | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 XC90PHEV | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 XC90PHEV | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 XC90PHEV | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 XC90PHEV | 0 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Volvo XC90PHEV?
Owners most often report electrical system, forward collision avoidance, lane departure problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2021 Volvo XC90PHEV?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2021 Volvo XC90PHEV a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XC90PHEV model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.