Volvo V90 Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Volvo V90 model year (2017–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Volvo V90 Years to Avoid
1 recall · 8 complaints
2 reported injuries
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 15
2 recalls · 3 complaints
Top issue: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Problem score: 9
2 recalls · 3 complaints
Top issue: BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
Problem score: 9
Best Volvo V90 Years to Buy
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
1 recall · 1 complaint
Main area: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Problem score: 4
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Volvo V90 — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Good |
| 2024 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 4 | Good |
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 4 | Good |
| 2022 | 2 | 3 | — | — | 9 | Caution |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 6 | Caution |
| 2020 | 1 | 5 | — | — | 8 | Caution |
| 2019 | 2 | 3 | — | — | 9 | Caution |
| 2018 | 1 | 8 | 2 | — | 15 | Avoid |
| 2017 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Good |
All 10 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Volvo V90 Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent V90 models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2017Mid-decade V90 units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2017 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year V90 should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2018 Volvo V90 if possible. It has 1 recall, 8 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 15 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year V90 to buy?+
The 2017 Volvo V90 is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 3. It has only 1 recall and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which V90 has the fewest problems?+
The 2017, 2025, 2023 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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