The 2017 Volvo XC90 has a low safety risk profile with 7 recall campaigns and 0 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

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Recall Findings

16V7980002016-02-11

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles manufactured February 16, 2015, to August 22, 2016. On the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt buckle attaching stud may loosen, allowing the buckle to separate from the seat belt bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages" and number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

If the seat belt buckle separates from the bracket, the front seat passenger may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury in the event of a crash.

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18V8000002018-13-11

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

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.

If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.

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16V6900002016-26-09

EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Volvo Cars of North America, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Volvo XC90 and S90 vehicles manufactured April 15, 2015 through September 19, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the drain hose for the air conditioning may leak into the passenger compartment due to a drain hose installation error during manufacturing.

Significant water drainage into the passenger compartment may adversely affect air bag deployment in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

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17V1040002017-16-02

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 XC90, S90, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The bolts that secure the Inflatable Curtain (IC) air bags in place may break, possibly resulting in the IC air bag deploying improperly in the event of a crash. As, such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

If the IC air bags do not deploy properly in the event of a crash, the vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury.

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21V2730002021-21-04

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2016-2020 XC90 Excellence vehicles. Liquid or condensation on the rear seat control display may cause the front passenger seat to move back as far as possible.

The rear passenger may become trapped by the front seat without the ability to cancel the seat's movement, increasing the risk of injury.

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17V3700002017-08-06

SEAT BELTS

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 XC90 vehicles. The Micro Gas Generator (MGG), a subcomponent part used within the right hand side seat belt retractor for the third row seats, may detach after the seatbelt retractor pretensioner is deployed.

Although, the seat belt will operate as intended in the event of a crash, if the MGG detaches, it may be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.

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23V8270002023-07-12

SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Volvo 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.

An improperly tightened seat belt buckle may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing their risk of injury during a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

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Volvo XC90 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2017 Volvo XC90 trims

22–25mpg combined

20-24city

25-27hwy

$2,300-$2,650/yr

Across 4 configurations, the 2017 Volvo XC90 returns 22–25 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

XC90 AWD PHEV - Automatic (S8)

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

24 city27 hwy~$2,300/yr8/10 Clean

XC90 FWD - Automatic (S8)

24mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

22 city26 hwy~$2,400/yr5/10 Average

XC90 AWD - Automatic (S8)

22mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

20 city25 hwy~$2,650/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

T6 Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2017 Volvo XC90 T6

How does the T6 compare to other Volvo XC90 trims?

The T6 occupies a distinct position in the Volvo XC90 range. See how it stacks up on the 2017 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2017 Volvo XC90 T6?

Budget for standard T6 maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2017 has 7 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Volvo XC90 T6?

For the T6, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Volvo XC90 buyer's guide.

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