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YV4BR0CL3M16803162021 VOLVO XC90Inscription

Risk Score
22
MODERATE RISK
out of 100
Safety Recalls
6 Found
6 campaigns
NHTSA Complaints
None
No complaints filed
Safety Rating
Not Tested
See iihs.org/ratings
Vehicle Age
5 yrs
Made in SWEDEN
Safety Grade
F
Score: 56/100
Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary

2021 VOLVO XC90 was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There are 6 open recalls on record — these are safety-critical and should be addressed immediately.

  • ▸6 open recalls including safety-critical systems (Airbag system recall; Brake system recall)
  • ▸Component failure cascade detected — a known defect pattern that typically leads to more severe downstream damage
  • ▸Vehicle may qualify for lemon law protection based on recall and complaint pattern — consult an attorney
22/100
Moderate Risk
2 moderate risk signals detected. Negotiate accordingly and verify service history.
LOWMODERATEHIGHCRITICAL
Contributing Risk Factors — 2 detected
6 model-wide recalls on record
+12
Vehicle may qualify as a lemon — repeat repair failures
+10
Critical Alerts
Title Brand CheckMined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull

No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.

Vehicle
Vehicle SpecificationsDecoded from NHTSA vPIC database
Make
VOLVO
Model
XC90
Year
2021
Trim / Series
Inscription
Body Style
Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV)
Vehicle Type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Fuel Type
Electric
Engine
4-cyl 2.0L 313 hp
Transmission
Automatic
Manufacturer
VOLVO CAR CORPORATION
Assembly
TORSLANDA, SWEDEN
GVWR
Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)
Electrification
PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
Assembly Plant QualityPlant: TORSLANDA, SWEDEN
CQuality55/100
Standard📍 TORSLANDA, SWEDEN

No specific quality data available for this plant. No documented recall or complaint concentrations on record.

Safety
Safety IntelligenceComposite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data
Overall Safety Grade
F
Score: 56/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety6/30
Complaint History30/30
Recall Risk Score
80/100Critical
  • ▸Airbag system recall
  • ▸Brake system recall
  • ▸Steering system recall
Modern Safety Index
100/100
Comprehensive
20 of 20 safety features detected
Fire Risk Assessment
None
  • ▸Electric/hybrid vehicle — monitor for battery thermal events
Lemon Law Risk Indicator
Elevated
  • ⚠3 recalls on same component: Safety Systems
  • ⚠2 recalls on same component: Exterior/Other

Lemon law eligibility depends on state law, number of repair attempts, and days out of service. Consult an attorney for actual eligibility.

Driver Assistance FeaturesADAS equipment data from NHTSA vPIC database
Forward Collision Warning✓Standard
Automatic Emergency Braking✓Standard
Pedestrian AEB✓Standard
Rear AEB✓Standard
Lane Departure Warning✓Standard
Lane Keep Assist✓Standard
Lane Centering Assist✓Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring✓Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert✓Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control✓Standard
Adaptive Headlights✓Standard
Auto High Beam✓Standard
Parking Assist~Optional
Backup Camera✓Standard
Electronic Stability Control✓Standard
Tire Pressure Monitoring?Indirect
Event Data Recorder✓Standard
Crash Notification✓Standard
Dynamic Brake Support✓Standard
Keyless Ignition✓Standard
Recalls
Deferred Failure RiskComponents and defects approaching or past their known service milestones
51/100
Warning Deferred Risk
3 maintenance items are approaching or past their service milestones. Address these before purchase or negotiate the cost into the sale price.
⚠No odometer data on record. Mileage is estimated at ~60,000 mi based on average annual driving. Items marked EST. OVERDUE may already be due — verify service history with the seller. Items marked OVERDUE are confirmed past-due based on vehicle age alone.
MONITORCriticalWater Pump
Service interval: 100,000 mi · Est. ~60,000 mi (no odometer on record)
Schedule Water Pump service before 100,000 mi
Water pump failure causes rapid overheating. If the engine overheats even once, head gasket damage is likely — turning a $400 part into a $3,000+ repair.
EST. OVERDUEHighTransmission Fluid / Service
Service interval: 5 yr · Vehicle age: 5 yr · Past due by age
Service Transmission Fluid / Service immediately — already past the 60,000 mi / 5 yr interval
Degraded transmission fluid destroys clutch packs and solenoids. CVT transmissions are especially sensitive — neglected fluid can result in a $4,000–$8,000 replacement.
EST. OVERDUEHighCoolant Flush
Service interval: 5 yr · Vehicle age: 5 yr · Past due by age
Service Coolant Flush immediately — already past the 100,000 mi / 5 yr interval
Degraded coolant loses corrosion inhibitors and attacks aluminum engine components. Can cause head gasket failure and water pump corrosion.
MONITORModerateSpark Plugs (iridium/platinum)
Service interval: 100,000 mi · Est. ~60,000 mi (no odometer on record)
Schedule Spark Plugs (iridium/platinum) service before 100,000 mi
Worn spark plugs cause misfires that can foul and crack catalytic converters. A $150 tune-up can prevent a $1,200 catalytic converter replacement.
CASCADECriticalFailure Cascade
Cascade already triggered — downstream damage likely in progress
Have a specialist inspect all systems connected to the failed component before purchase
One failed component has created stress on connected systems. Repair costs compound quickly — a $500 fix can become $3,000+ if cascade damage is ignored.
NHTSA Safety Recalls
66 RECALLS
ℹ

NHTSA VIN-specific recall lookup returned no data for this VIN. The 6 recalls below are model-wide and may or may not apply to this exact vehicle depending on production date. Verify at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Estimated Repair Completion (Statistical)

Average repair completion across 6 recalls is ~69%. Always ask the seller for dealer service records confirming each repair.

69%
avg repaired

Statistical model based on recall age, component type, and manufacturer. Not a repair confirmation. Demand dealer service records.

VOLVO Recall Completion Rate — Industry Context
90%Good

VOLVO completes recalls at a good rate (90%), averaging about 16 months to remedy. Most affected vehicles are fixed.

Avg time to remedy open recall: ~16 months · Source: NHTSA Recall Completion Rate Reports

Avg Fix Time
16mo
#21V682000
Jan 2021

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

SummaryVolvo 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."
Read full details...
ConsequenceAn unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~66%

~34% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#21V716000
Invalid Date

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

SummaryVolvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 S90L, 2020-2021 XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An improperly welded rotor and shaft may separate within the integrated brake system.
Read full details...
ConsequenceSeparation of the rotor and shaft may cause a reduction in braking assistance and a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC), increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~76%

~24% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#21V001000
Jul 2021

AIR BAGS

SummaryVolvo 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.
Read full details...
ConsequenceA 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.
Est. Repair Completion~75%

~25% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#23V001000
May 2023

STEERING

SummaryVolvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2022 V60CC, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. During steering gear assembly, double screws may have been assembled on top of each other, which can cause a screw to fall into the gearbox housing.
Read full details...
ConsequenceA screw inside the gearbox housing can cause the steering wheel to lock up and increase the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~76%

~24% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#23V827000
Jul 2023

SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

SummaryVolvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2015-2024 XC90 vehicles. The second-row seat belt buckle and lower belt anchor bolts may not be tightened properly.
Read full details...
ConsequenceAn improperly tightened seat belt buckle may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing their risk of injury during a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~64%

~36% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#25V179000
Invalid Date

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

SummaryVolvo 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.
Read full details...
ConsequenceA short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Est. Repair Completion~58%

~42% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

Recall IntelligenceDetailed analysis of recall history and severity
Recall Age — How Long Open
LONG-STANDING OPEN
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
5.3yr open
AIR BAGS
4.8yr open
STEERING
3yr open
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
2.8yr open

⚠ One or more recalls have been open for over 5 years — may never have been repaired on this vehicle.

First Recall
01/09/2021
6 total campaigns
Systems Recalled
Safety SystemsExterior/OtherBrakesSteeringElectrical
Recall Remedy Breakdown
3
Part Replacements
1
Software/OTA Updates
0
Buyback/Refund
0
High-Effort Repairs
⚠ 4 recalls are over 2 years old — statistically less likely to have been completed. Verify repair status with any dealer using your VIN.
Lemon Law Eligibility
May Qualify

This vehicle shows 3 lemon law indicators. Eligibility depends on state law, number of repair attempts, and days out of service — consult a lemon law attorney.

Strong protection states: California, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts
Complaints
Component Failure Cascade RiskKnown patterns where one defect leads to more severe downstream failures
CriticalEGR issue detected

▸ Head gasket failure and engine overheating — EGR cooler failure is the leading cause of catastrophic engine failure on diesel engines

Details & Analysis
Financial
5-Year Total Cost of OwnershipEstimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation
$35,584
~$593/mo over 5 yrs
$0.6/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$10,000
Insurance (est.)
$7,500
Maintenance
$8,000
Repair Risk Buffer
$3,000
Depreciation
$7,084

Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $35,584 (~$593/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.

Negotiation AmmunitionUse these data-backed findings to negotiate the price down
6 open recalls (unverified repair status)−$3,000
4 recalls over 2 years old — likely uncompleted−$1,600
Total recommended deduction−$4,600
Pre-Purchase Inspection ChecklistTailored for the 2021 VOLVO XC90 — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list
HIGH
Inspect for egr issue detected — ask for repair records
Head gasket failure and engine overheating — EGR cooler failure is the leading cause of catastrophic engine failure on diesel engines
HIGH
Verify recall SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR has been repaired
Recall on record for: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 XC40, XC 40 Recharge, V60CC, V90, V90CC, XC90, and 2021-2022 V6
HIGH
Verify recall SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP has been repaired
Recall on record for: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 S90L, 2020-2021 XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An improperly welded
HIGH
Verify recall AIR BAGS has been repaired
Recall on record for: Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 Volvo V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC60, an
HIGH
Verify recall STEERING has been repaired
Recall on record for: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2022 V60CC, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. During steering gear asse
HIGH
Verify recall SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS has been repaired
Recall on record for: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2015-2024 XC90 vehicles. The second-row seat belt buckle and lower
MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.
Recall Probability ForecastEstimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals
15%
18-month
28%
2-year
Low Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 28%

15% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.

  • ▸Multiple prior recalls — pattern of safety issues on this model
Maintenance ScheduleOEM-specified service intervals for this vehicle

Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.

Official VOLVO Maintenance Guide ↗Search Owner's Manual ↗

Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.

History & Auctions
Insurance Cost EstimateEstimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings
Full Coverage
$1,650–$2,090/yr
~$138–$174/mo
Liability Only
$560–$710/yr
~$47–$59/mo
Category: Standard Vehicle
▼ 5-year-old vehicle: −7% (moderate depreciation)

Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.

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Complete Data TableAll decoded fields in a single flattened view

Vehicle Identity

VINYV4BR0CL3M1680316
Model Year2021
MakeVOLVO
ModelXC90
TrimInscription
SeriesFWD/eAWD (T8)
Vehicle TypeMULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)

Body & Configuration

Body StyleSport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV)
Seat Rows7
Fuel TypeElectric
TransmissionAutomatic

Engine

Engine Cylinders4
Displacement (L)2.0
Horsepower313

Manufacturer

ManufacturerVOLVO CAR CORPORATION
Assembly CityTORSLANDA
Assembly CountrySWEDEN

VIN Structure

WMI (Chars 1–3)YV4
Check Digit (Char 9)3
Model Year Code (Char 10)M
Plant Code (Char 11)1
Sequence (Chars 12–17)680316

Safety Data

NHTSA Recall Count6
NHTSA Complaint Count0
VIN Structure DecodeISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number
Y
1
V
2
4
3
B
4
R
5
0
6
C
7
L
8
3
9
M
10
1
11
6
12
8
13
0
14
3
15
1
16
6
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
Y
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
V
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
4
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
BR0CL
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
3
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
M
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
1
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
680316
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
Sweden
From VIN position 1 (Y)
Model Year Character
"M" → 2021
Could also be 1991
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✓ Valid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm
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Reliability Scores
Year-by-year reliability ratings
Years to Avoid
Best & worst model years ranked
Common Problems
Owner complaints & known defects
All NHTSA Recalls
Complete recall campaign history
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Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 4/21/2026, 9:52:40 AM.