- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT
- Problem
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2025 EX90 vehicles. A spindle nut may detach from the Power Operated Tailgate (POT) drive units, causing the tailgate to suddenly drop.
- Risk
- A tailgate that suddenly drops can hit a person, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to use the POT function until the repair is completed. Dealers will replace both POT drive units. Owner letters were mailed November 24, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10342. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 7, 2025.
What this recall means for you
A part called a spindle nut can come loose from the power tailgate drive units on certain vehicles. If that happens, the tailgate can suddenly drop, which could hit a person and cause injury.
Until the repair is done, do not use the power operated tailgate (POT) function. Open and close the tailgate by hand instead, and keep people and objects clear of it. Dealers will replace both POT drive units at no cost to you. Volvo has mailed owner letters, and you can contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 with questions. Recall number R10342 applies to this issue.
You can check whether your vehicle is affected by searching for your VIN on NHTSA.gov, where involved VINs will be searchable beginning October 7, 2025. If your VIN shows an open recall, contact an authorized Volvo dealer to schedule the free repair.
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volvo EX90 | 2025 |
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