Volvo V90 recalls

24 official safety recalls for the Volvo V90 from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Rearview camera image may not display in reverse

    Reported December 23, 2025Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 25V908000413,151 vehicles affected

    The rearview camera image may not appear when reverse is selected, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. A dealer or over-the-air update will update the software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    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."
    Consequence
    A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    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.

  2. Braking may temporarily be lost after coasting

    Reported June 23, 2025Model years 2020–2025DVSA recall R/2025/211EU Safety Gate SR/01422/255,221 vehicles affected

    Braking may be temporarily lost after coasting downhill in B mode or using one-pedal drive, which could lead to a collision. Modified software will be installed through an over-the-air update.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BCM2 SW – Safety Notice
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may experience a temporary loss of braking functionality after coasting downhill with ‘B’ mode selected or when using One Pedal Drive. This could potentially lead to a collision.
    Remedy
    Install modified software via an Over the Air (OTA) update.

  3. Rearview camera image may not display in reverse

    Reported May 8, 2025Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 25V282000413,151 vehicles affected

    The rearview camera image may not display in reverse, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. A dealer or over-the-air update will update the software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    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."
    Consequence
    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.
    Remedy
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  4. High-voltage battery cells may overheat

    Reported March 24, 2025Model years 2019–2021DVSA recall R/2025/1173,566 vehicles affected

    A manufacturing defect may cause battery cells to overheat when the high-voltage battery is fully charged, creating a fire risk while parked. The battery will be checked and replaced if necessary, and modified software installed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SPA1 Cell Modules
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the High Voltage (HV) Battery may have a manufacturing defect which could cause the battery cells to overheat when the HV Battery is fully charged. In a worst-case scenario there is a risk of fire when the vehicle is parked up with a fully charged HV Battery.
    Remedy
    Check and replace the HV Battery if necessary and install modified software.

  5. High-voltage battery may short circuit

    Reported March 24, 2025Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 25V1790007,483 vehicles affected

    The high-voltage battery may short circuit when fully charged and parked, increasing fire risk. Do not charge the vehicle until repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the battery module as necessary and update monitoring software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
    Defect
    Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2020-2021 S90, 2020-2022 S60, V60, XC60, XC90, and 2022 V90 plug-in hybrid vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked.
    Consequence
    A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the high-voltage battery module as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the software to monitor the battery. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 28, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10312.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  6. Brake pedal connecting rod may disconnect

    Reported November 5, 2024Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2024/446EU Safety Gate A12/03221/242,128 vehicles affected

    The rod linking the brake pedal to the brake booster may be assembled incorrectly and could disconnect, leaving the pedal without its mechanical connection to the booster. A retailer will check and tighten the rod to the correct specification if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BCM2 – Push Road
    Defect
    The rod connecting the brake pedal to the brake booster may not have been assembled correctly. The final torque might not be according to manufacturing specification due to deviations in the equipment. If the rod does disconnect the mechanical connection between brake pedal and brake booster cannot be guaranteed. In the worst-case scenario if the rod disconnects the brake pedal function cannot be guaranteed
    Remedy
    A Volvo retailer will check and if necessary tighten the rod to correct specification.

  7. Brake control module software may contain an error

    Reported January 24, 2023Model years 2022–2023DVSA recall R/2023/025EU Safety Gate A12/00184/23101,970 vehicles affected

    A software error in the brake control module may affect its operation. The module software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    There may be a potential software error in the brake control module.
    Defect
    There may be a potential software error in the brake control module.
    Remedy
    Update the brake control module software.

  8. Software error may prevent engine from starting

    Reported October 27, 2022Model years 2021–2022DVSA recall R/2022/313EU Safety Gate A12/01606/2228,530 vehicles affected

    An engine control module software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting. Download updated software.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    A SOFTWARE ERROR MAY PREVENT THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE FROM STARTING THE ENGINE
    Defect
    The Engine Control Module (ECM) may prevent the combustion engine from starting.�
    Remedy
    Download updated software.

  9. Brake system hydraulic unit weld may be missing or weak

    Reported September 18, 2021Model years 2019–2020DVSA recall R/2021/331252 vehicles affected

    A weld in the brake system hydraulic unit may be insufficient or missing. Dealers will replace the hydraulic unit.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POTENTIALLY INSUFFICIENT OR MISSING WELDING CONNECTION IN THE HYDRAULIC UNIT OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM
    Defect
    There may be an insufficient or missing welding connection in the Hydraulic Unit of the Brake System.
    Remedy
    Replace the Hydraulic Unit.

  10. Seat belt retractors may deactivate early

    Reported September 1, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V68200019,149 vehicles affected

    The seat belt retractors may deactivate early, preventing a child restraint from securing properly and increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
    Defect
    Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 XC40, XC 40 Recharge, V60CC, V90, V90CC, XC90, and 2021-2022 V60, XC60, S60 vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
    Consequence
    An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 13, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10111.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  11. Fuel gauge may show fuel when the tank is empty

    Reported August 2, 2021Model years 2021DVSA recall R/2021/282EU Safety Gate A12/01189/211,024 vehicles affected

    Pressure in the fuel tank could make the sender show fuel when the tank may be empty. The software will be updated so the electronic tank ventilation valve can release pressure when needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    PRESSURE IN THE FUEL TANK COULD CAUSE THE FUEL LEVEL SENDER TO INDICATE FUEL IN THE TANK WHEN IT COULD BE EMPTY
    Defect
    Pressure in the fuel tank could cause the fuel level sender to indicate fuel in the tank when it could be empty.
    Remedy
    Update software which will allow the electronic fuel tank ventilation valve to release pressure when required.

  12. Fuel pump fuse may blow

    Reported June 7, 2021Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2021/205115,040 vehicles affected

    The 15amp fuse may blow and stop the low-pressure fuel pump from operating. It will be replaced with a 20A fuse.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THERE IS A RISK THAT THE 15AMP FUSE COULD BLOW WHICH WILL PREVENT THE LOW PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FROM OPERATING
    Defect
    There is a risk that the 15amp fuse could blow which will prevent the low pressure fuel pump operating.
    Remedy
    Replace the 15A fuse with a 20A fuse which can withstand this peak.

  13. Fuel pump fuse may blow and cause a stall

    Reported June 2, 2021Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 21V41400085,550 vehicles affected

    The low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail, causing the vehicle to stall and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the fuse free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    Failure of the low-pressure fuel pump can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10100.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  14. SRS control unit may not be tightened correctly

    Reported January 7, 2021Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2021/001EU Safety Gate A12/00068/214,224 vehicles affected

    The supplementary restraint system control unit may not be securely tightened to the car body. It will be inspected and tightened.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    VEHICLES MAY HAVE THE SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT SYSTEM CONTROL UNIT INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED TO THE CAR BODY
    Defect
    Vehicles may have the Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) control unit incorrectly tightened to the car body.
    Remedy
    Inspect and tighten the SRS control unit.

  15. Restraint control unit may detach in a crash

    Reported January 7, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V0010002,883 vehicles affected

    The restraint control unit may detach in a crash, reducing the performance of the airbags, seat belts and high-voltage battery disconnect. Dealers will inspect and, if needed, tighten its mounting screws free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
    Defect
    Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 Volvo V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. The Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) control unit may not have been properly attached to the car body and may detach during a crash.
    Consequence
    A detached SRS control unit can decrease the performance of occupant protection systems such as air bags, seat belts, and high voltage battery disconnect, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
    Remedy
    Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the SRS control unit mounting screws, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10068.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  16. Automatic emergency braking may not engage

    Reported March 16, 2020Model years 2019–2020DVSA recall R/2020/073EU Safety Gate A12/00571/20507,465 vehicles affected

    A software issue may prevent the automatic emergency brake system from engaging, increasing collision risk. New software will be downloaded.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SOFTWARE ISSUE MEANS THAT AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKE SYSTEM MAY NOT ENGAGE
    Defect
    The Automatic Emergency Brake System a function of the IntelliSafe system may not always engage increasing the risk of a collision
    Remedy
    Affected vehicles must have new software downloaded

  17. Automatic emergency braking may not detect obstacles

    Reported March 12, 2020Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 20V144000121,605 vehicles affected

    A software and hardware incompatibility may prevent automatic emergency braking from detecting obstacles and engaging as intended, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the active safety software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R29998.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  18. Plastic inlet manifold may melt and deform

    Reported October 7, 2019Model years 2015–2018DVSA recall R/2019/180EU Safety Gate A12/1597/19

    The engine’s plastic inlet manifold may melt and deform. Software will be updated to reduce soot, the TMAP and EMAP will be cleaned, and additional hoses will be fitted where necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE ENGINE'S PLASTIC INLET MANIFOLD MAY MELT AND DEFORM
    Defect
    The engines plastic inlet manifold may melt and deform
    Remedy
    Update vehicles with improved soot reducing software cleaning of TMAP and EMAP. Fit additional hoses where necessary.

  19. Connectivity module software may disrupt GPS

    Reported November 13, 2018Model years 2017–2019NHTSA campaign 18V80000017,548 vehicles affected

    An error in the connectivity module software may prevent GPS from providing a location to emergency personnel, hindering response after a crash or injury. Dealers will correct the software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.
    Remedy
    Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39917.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  20. Vehicle connectivity module may have a software issue

    Reported November 12, 2018Model years 2016–2018DVSA recall R/2018/31458,576 vehicles affected

    A software issue may affect the Vehicle Connectivity Module. Its software will be upgraded.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBLE SOFTWARE ISSUE IN THE VEHICLE CONNECTIVITY MODULE (VCM)
    Defect
    There may be a software issue in the Vehicle Connectivity Module.
    Remedy
    Upgrade software in the Vehicle Connectivity Module.

  21. Inflatable curtain retaining bolts may break

    Reported March 8, 2017Model years 2016–2017DVSA recall R/2017/1059,636 vehicles affected

    Retaining bolts used to assemble the inflatable curtain may break, reducing protection in an incident. All retaining bolts will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    RETAINING BOLT FOR INFLATABLE CURTAIN MAY BE BROKEN
    Defect
    The retaining bolts used to assemble the Inflatable Curtain may be broken and offer less protection in the event of an incident.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles replace all retaining bolts.

  22. Airbag initiator may fail to deploy the airbag

    Reported January 3, 2017Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2017/00214,150 vehicles affected

    An initiator that does not meet specification may fail, so an airbag may not deploy in a collision and occupants may face increased injury risk. The remedy is to replace the airbags with quality assured components.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ONE OR MORE AIRBAGS MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION
    Defect
    It has been identified by the manufacturer that the air-bag initiator does not meet specification. This can therefore result in the initiator not functioning correctly which can lead to none deployment of the air-bag. Should a collision occur then there is an increased risk of injury to the occupants of the vehicle.
    Remedy
    Recall all affected vehicles to replace the air-bags with a new quality assured component.

  23. Detachable tow bar may come loose

    Reported January 10, 2003DVSA recall R/2003/0087,294 vehicles affected

    The detachable tow bar may work loose under certain conditions and detach from the vehicle. The tow ball and housing will be replaced with a calibrated unit.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    DETACHABLE TOW BAR MAY WORK LOOSE
    Defect
    Under certain conditions the detachable tow bar may work loose resulting in the tow bar becoming detached from the vehicle.
    Remedy
    Replace the tow ball and housing with a calibrated unit.

  24. Detachable towball may come loose

    Reported July 11, 2002DVSA recall R/2002/0977,294 vehicles affected

    The towball may detach from its housing, separating the trailer from the towing vehicle. Towballs and housings will first be modified, then replaced with calibrated units later.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    DETACHABLE TOW BAR MAY WORK LOOSE
    Defect
    A combination of internal and external forces caused the towball to prematurelydetach itself from the towball housing resulting in separation of the trailer from the drawing unit.
    Remedy
    All towballs and housing will initially be modified and then replaced with calibrated units at a later date.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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