2026 Volvo Xc90phev problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (1) · Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control (1) · Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:electric:control Module:software 2025-06-12 · campaign 25V392000 · 11,469 vehicles
Defect: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 Volvo C40 BEV, 2025 EC40, 2023-2024 XC40 BEV, 2020-2026 XC90 PHEV, 2022-2026 XC60 PHEV, 2023-2025 S60 PHEV, 2024-2025 V60 PHEV, and 2025-2026 EX40 and 2025 S90 PHEV vehicles. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "B" mode or "One Pedal Drive," the vehicle may lose brake function.
Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to use "B" Mode (for plug-in hybrid vehicles) or "One Pedal Drive" (for pure electric vehicles) until the repair has been completed. The brake module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10329.
Service bulletins (75)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2026-09-24 · 37935.2.0 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a tj - text only - no attachments - if the check engine light is on, or there is a "reduced performance" message in the dim, and the customer is experiencing a hesitation or jerk during acceleration with one or more of the dtcs listed below set, improved ecm (engine control module) software
Engine 2026-09-24 · 37083.8.1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a technical journal: text plus 1 mp4 - not possible to go to drive mode after ers start. download software. please follow the advice under "service".
Structure:body 2026-09-17 · 37553.1.0 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a tj - text plus 1 attachment a tji-522169 -if the vehicle has an abnormal gap between bumper and lower mesh follow advice under "service".
Exterior Lighting 2026-09-14 · 37426.2.0 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a tj text only no attachments. --- if the crystal gear shift knob light stays illuminated after the vehicle is locked and is not in active mode, a fix for this issue is introduced with software version 5.0.5.
Unknown Or Other 2026-07-28 · 37893.2.0 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a tj - text only - no attachments - if the software version displayed in the csd is not aligned with the actual software version installed in the vehicle (this may occur after a failed software download), and no total upgrade is available in vida, note! do not replace any parts. a software p
Unknown Or Other 2026-07-28 · 37231.1.1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a tj - text only no attachments - if the software version displayed in the csd is not aligned with the actual software version installed in the vehicle (this may occur after a failed software download), and no total upgrade is available in vida, note! do not replace any parts. a software pro
Showing the 6 most recent of 75 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-09-18 · Power Train“on july 27, 2026, i was driving my 2026 volvo xc90 t8 plug-in hybrid at approximately 70 mph on the highway with 2,160 miles on the odometer. without warning, a turtle-mode indicator illuminated and the vehicle's speed was electronically limited, dropping from 70 mph to approximately 50 mph while in moving traffic. a "propulsion system - service re…”
2026-08-31 · Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control · 500 mi“the contact owns a 2026 volvo xc90 phev. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal odor inside the vehicle. no warning lights were illuminated. the contact refused to drive the vehicle due to the abnormal odor. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. the contact rent…”
2026-03-01 · Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera“within 4 weeks of a brand new volvo xc90 t8 phev, the backup camera would not display picture when put in reverse gear potentially leading to a fatal crash. this was fixed by switching off the vehicle for five minutes and back on. this was a known recall with xc90 2021-2025 models with campaign number 25v282000. this appears to be a persistent issu…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.