2023 Volvo Xc90 Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Volvo Xc90.

20222024
Complaints
69
per 10K Sold
17.3
US Sales
39,920
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
4
Fatalities
Recalls
6

Worst 2023 Volvo Xc90 Problems

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

#17 complaints

Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking

#27 complaints

Electrical Faults

#35 complaints

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Volvo Xc90.

Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Parking-Brake Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Hinge And Attachments
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
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Recalls for 2023 Volvo Xc90

6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~872,737 vehicles.

25V908000Back Over Prevention:software
~413,151 affected

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

25V282000Back Over Prevention:software
~413,151 affected

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

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.

23V188000Electrical System
~393 affected

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles. A diagnostic trouble code (DTC) may be falsely detected for the emergency call system (e-call) and display "e-Call Service Required" in the driver information module (DIM).

23V012000Hydraulic Brakes
~27,457 affected

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60, V60CC, V90CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles. A diagnostic error in the Brake Control Module 2 (BCM2) may cause a loss of Antilock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and traction control.

22V793000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:engine Control Module (ecu/ecm)
~15,674 affected

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S60, V60, S90L, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An electronic control module (ECM) software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting, causing a loss of drive power.

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2023 Volvo Xc90 — FAQ

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

Is the 2023 Volvo Xc90 reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2023 Volvo Xc90 has 69 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking with 7 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2023 Volvo Xc90?
Top reported problems: Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking (7 complaints); Electrical Faults (7 complaints); Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera (5 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 2023 Volvo Xc90?
NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Volvo Xc90 include 0 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 4 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 2023 Volvo Xc90 have any recalls?
Yes — 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 872,737 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 2023 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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