Verdict
2018 Volvo V90: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2018 Volvo V90 — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Fewer reported complaints than most wagon.
Owners filed 10 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 78% of 2018 wagons. Electrical System leads the reports (30%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2018 wagons, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
10
Reports to NHTSA, 2018
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
25.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 78% of 2018 wagons
The bar is this car's percentile among 2018 wagons by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Electrical System issues lead owner complaints (30% of 10 reports), followed by exterior lighting (20%).
Share of all 10 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11669600, ODI 11669331, ODI 11651761.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
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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.
Risk: 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.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
No NHTSA crash test is on record for this year. Some vehicles and model years were not tested or do not have a published NCAP result.
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V90 FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 24 | 34 | 27 |
| V90 CC AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 23 | 31 | 26 |
| V90 CC AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 22 | 29 | 25 |
| V90 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 22 | 31 | 25 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2018 Volvo V90: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2018 Volvo V90?
Owners filed 10 NHTSA complaints about the 2018 Volvo V90 — fewer complaints than 78% of comparable 2018 wagons, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2018 Volvo V90?
The most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (30% of complaints) and exterior lighting (20%).
How many recalls does the 2018 Volvo V90 have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2018 Volvo V90, covering components such as electrical system. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Volvo V90 get?
The EPA rates the 2018 Volvo V90 between 25 and 27 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.