CarRecallWatchThe 2023 Volvo XC90 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Back Over Prevention (16 reports).
2023 Volvo XC90 recalls
Rearview camera may not show image when in reverse
Some Volvo vehicles may not display the rearview camera image when the car is put in reverse.
Rearview camera may not display in reverse, raising crash risk
The rearview camera image may fail to appear when the vehicle is put in reverse.
Loose Rear Seat Belt Buckle May Not Restrain Riders
Some Volvo XC90 SUVs from model years 2015 through 2022 may have second-row seat belt buckle and lower belt anchor bolts that were not tightened properly.
False e-Call warning may hide a real emergency system fault
Some 2023 Volvo S60, V60 Cross Country, XC40, C40, XC60 and XC90 vehicles may falsely detect a fault in the emergency call (e-Call) system and show an "e-Call Service Required" message on the driver information display.
Brake Software Error Can Disable ABS and Stability Control
A diagnostic error in the Brake Control Module 2 (BCM2) can cause the Antilock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and traction control to stop working.
Engine May Not Start, Causing Loss of Drive Power
Certain Volvo vehicles may have a software error in the engine control module that can prevent the combustion engine from starting.
Most common 2023 Volvo XC90 problems
Problem areas named in the 41 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Back Over Prevention | 16 |
| Electrical System | 10 |
| Unknown Or Other | 7 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 |
What owners report
WHAT COMPONENT OR SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED, AND IS IT AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION? The Pilot Assist / Adaptive Cruise Control system becomes physically stuck, causing sudden unintended acceleration. Additionally, the central vehicle electrical system/wiring harness is experiencing a verified spontaneous failure. The vehicle is currently located in Hendersonville, North Carolina, and is fully available for federal inspection upon request. HOW WAS YOUR SAFETY OR THE SAFETY OF OTHERS PUT AT RISK? My life and the safety of everyone on the road was placed in immediate, catastrophic danger. On multiple occasions, the vehicle took total control away from me, overrode my inputs, and independently accelerat
The contact owns a 2023 Volvo XC90. The contact stated that while his son was attempting to latch the seat belt, the seat belt failed to retract. The failure had occurred several times. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V827000 (SEAT BELTS); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 28,000.
The car recently received a 5.05 update of the infotainment system. Since then, the infotainment system would be shut off and auto-restarts itself during driving every 10 or 15 minutes. The car would lose all the functions related to the infotainment system, such as the camera, navigation, sound and air conditioning for a few minutes during driving. It is dangerous that this would happen randomly and so frequently. This incident has been reported by many Volvo car owners in the past few days since the update, and the dealer didn't fix the problem. We are going to a dealer two days later but don't have much hope for the fix.
While the vehicle was parked, the trunk opened and the alarm sounded. Using the buttons on the trunk, I shut the trunk and locked the car. A few moments later, the trunk opened and the alarm sounded again. This continued for 40 minutes. Today, if I place a battery in the main black key fob, the trunk will open with the car running. I have an appointment next week at the dealer, however, most correspondence with Volvo has been by phone during the time it occurred. Both key fobs are not recognized by the vehicle unless specifically placed in a vertical direction in the cup holder. While driving, I receive messages that the key is not detected (although, I understand the car should NOT s
On the morning of January 12, 2026, I attempted to unplug my 2023 Volvo XC90 Recharge (plug-in hybrid) from my home charging station in order to drive to an appointment. I had turned on the climate control remotely from the Volvo app while inside the house. When I went to unplug the vehicle, the charging connector was locked in the vehicleâs charging port and could not be removed. I contacted Volvo customer service, who instructed me to try several troubleshooting steps, including locking and unlocking the vehicle multiple times with the key fob and resetting the infotainment system. These steps did not resolve the issue. Because the charging plug remained locked, I was unable to use my v
2023 Volvo XC90 questions
Does the 2023 Volvo XC90 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2023 Volvo XC90: Rearview camera may not show image when in reverse; Rearview camera may not display in reverse, raising crash risk; Loose Rear Seat Belt Buckle May Not Restrain Riders; False e-Call warning may hide a real emergency system fault; Brake Software Error Can Disable ABS and Stability Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Volvo XC90?
Based on 41 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Back Over Prevention (16), Electrical System (10), Unknown Or Other (7).
How do I check if a recall on my 2023 Volvo XC90 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.