2025 Volvo XC90 recalls and problems

The 2025 Volvo XC90 has 2 safety recalls and 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Volvo dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
33
Crashes / fires
5 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2025 Volvo XC90 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2025 Volvo XC90 recalls

Recall 25V-908: Back Over Prevention

Reported Dec 23, 2025 · 413,151 vehicles affected · Volvo Car USA, LLC

Problem: 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."

Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Car’s customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Recall 25V-282: Back Over Prevention

Reported May 8, 2025 · 413,151 vehicles affected · Volvo Car USA, LLC

Problem: 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."

Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.

2025 Volvo XC90 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Forward Collision Avoidance11
Electrical System9
Back Over Prevention8
Unknown or Other5
Service Brakes5
Visibility/Wiper3
Air Bags2
Engine2
Lane Departure2
Wheels1
Other/I Am Not Sure1
Tires1

Most reported parts

  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 6
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 5
  • Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera — 4
  • Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 2
  • Lane Departure › Lane Keep › Steering Assist — 1
  • Lane Departure › Assist — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 4,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2025 Volvo XC90 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Forward Collision Avoidance · reported Nov 11, 2026
Complaint 1: Collision-Avoidance System – Unexpected Activation I own a 2025 Volvo XC90. Since 2025, I have experienced recurring problems with the vehicle's collision-avoidance system. The issue first occurred in July 2025 and was reported to an authorized Volvo dealership. Despite the service visit, the problem occurred again. On [XXX], the collision-avoidance system activated unexpectedly while I was driving. I photographed the dashboard warning/indication and provided the photograph to Volvo of Waukesha. On [XXX], I brought the vehicle to Volvo of Waukesha for another inspection of this…
Visibility/Wiper · reported Nov 4, 2026
My 2025 Volvo XC90 (VIN: [XXX], approximately 50,000 miles) has recurring electrical failures affecting the infotainment system, HVAC/defroster, airbags, windshield wipers, and turn signals. On [XXX], while driving, the infotainment-based HVAC controls suddenly stopped functioning, disabling windshield defrosting. The windshield rapidly fogged, severely obstructing my visibility. I nearly drove off the road, and the lane correction system helped prevent an accident. After pulling over and rebooting the infotainment system, the HVAC and defroster resumed working. During the first snowfall of…
Engine · reported Nov 4, 2026
My 2025 Volvo XC90 (VIN: [XXX], approximately 50,000 miles) unexpectedly entered limp mode while driving on the freeway during the first snowfall of the year. The vehicle suddenly lost normal driving capability, forcing us to pull onto the shoulder, where we were stranded in hazardous winter driving conditions. This created a serious risk of being struck by passing vehicles. The vehicle has a history of recurring electrical failures involving airbags, windshield wipers, turn signals, infotainment, and HVAC controls. These failures often temporarily disappear after restarting the vehicle or…
Service Brakes · reported Oct 31, 2026
On October 31, 2026, while driving my 2025 Volvo XC90 on a highway at approximately 50 mph, the vehicle's Forward Collision Warning system suddenly activated without any apparent reason. A red collision warning appeared on the instrument panel, accompanied by an audible warning signal. Immediately afterward, the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system applied the brakes extremely forcefully, causing the vehicle to abruptly reduce its speed by approximately 15–20 mph. The highway ahead was completely clear. There were no vehicles, pedestrians, obstacles, or other visible hazards in front of…
Forward Collision Avoidance · reported Sep 20, 2026
I was in an accident going about 35mph. I slammed into a vehicle that turned in front of me. His vehicle was totaled with all of his airbags deployed. My issue is NOT with my airbags. My issue is that the seatbelt pretensioner system (which is designed to prevent whiplash) the emergency braking system and the hazard lights ALL did not active during, and/or after the crash. My vehicle is equipped with the safety features and collision avoidance that consists of seatbelt pretension, auto hazard lights and auto braking in the event of or to prevent a collision. Ironically, a few months before my…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Volvo XC90 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2025 Volvo XC90: 25V-908 (back over prevention), 25V-282 (back over prevention). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2025 Volvo XC90?

Owners report forward collision avoidance problems most often (11 reports), followed by electrical system (9). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 4,500 miles.

Are Volvo recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Volvo dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.