2019 Volvo Xc90 Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Volvo Xc90.

20182020
Complaints
47
per 10K Sold
13.1
US Sales
35,760
Crashes
3
Fires
5
Injuries
11
Fatalities
Recalls
6

Worst 2019 Volvo Xc90 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#110 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:24,125 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#29 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:40,250 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:2
#33 complaints

Airbags

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Volvo Xc90.

Electrical Faults
10
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
24,125
Engine Problems
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
40,250
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brake Master Cylinder
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Volvo Xc90

6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~227,850 vehicles.

23V827000Seat Belts:critical Fasteners
~2,911 affected

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2015-2024 XC90 vehicles. The second-row seat belt buckle and lower belt anchor bolts may not be tightened properly.

23V001000Steering
~74 affected

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2022 V60CC, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. During steering gear assembly, double screws may have been assembled on top of each other, which can cause a screw to fall into the gearbox housing.

21V414000Wiring & Fuses · Fuel Pump
~85,550 affected

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.

21V273000Electrical System:software
~162 affected

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2016-2020 XC90 Excellence vehicles. Liquid or condensation on the rear seat control display may cause the front passenger seat to move back as far as possible.

20V144000Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking · Forward Collision Avoidance:software:pedestrian/cyclist/object/obstacle/ Recognition
~121,605 affected

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.

18V800000Electrical System:software
~17,548 affected

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.

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2019 Volvo Xc90 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2019 Volvo Xc90 reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2019 Volvo Xc90 has 47 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 10 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Volvo Xc90?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (10 complaints, avg 24,125 mi); Engine Problems (9 complaints, avg 40,250 mi); Airbags (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Volvo Xc90?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 31,763 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Volvo Xc90?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Volvo Xc90 include 3 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 11 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2019 Volvo Xc90 have any recalls?
Yes — 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 227,850 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Volvo Xc90?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Volvo Xc90 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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