The 2020 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.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

20V1440002020-12-03

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.

If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.

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21V4140002021-02-06

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2020 V90, XC60, S60, V60, V60CC, S90, V90CC, S90L, and XC90 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail.

Failure of the low-pressure fuel pump can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

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25V1790002025-24-03

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Volvo 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.

A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.

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21V7160002021-15-09

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

Volvo 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.

Separation 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.

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23V0010002023-05-01

STEERING

Volvo 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.

A screw inside the gearbox housing can cause the steering wheel to lock up and increase the risk of a crash.

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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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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)

Volvo XC90 Fuel Economy

21–27mpg combined

20-26city

27-30hwy

$2,150-$2,500/yr

Across 4 configurations, the 2020 Volvo XC90 returns 21–27 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)

27mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

26 city28 hwy~$2,150/yr10/10 Clean

XC90 FWD - Automatic (S8)

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

21 city30 hwy~$2,300/yr5/10 Average

XC90 AWD - Automatic (S8)

23mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

20 city27 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2020 Volvo XC90

30States

32%in top 3

14% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 30 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

TXTexas

1,71914%

CACalifornia

1,21210%

FLFlorida

1,0178%

NYNew York

7946%

PAPennsylvania

5745%

GAGeorgia

5595%

NJNew Jersey

5494%

ILIllinois

4364%

DEDelaware

4223%

DCWashington DC

4113%

NHNew Hampshire

3833%

MOMissouri

3773%

MDMaryland

3413%

NCNorth Carolina

3343%

MNMinnesota

3062%

MAMassachusetts

3012%

CO289

WA283

MIMichigan

2022%

AZArizona

1791%

OH170

RI165

OK148

UT128

CT127

VA102

TN99

WI65

OR65

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2020.

Buying a 2020 Volvo XC90?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2020 Volvo XC90 a good car to buy?

The 2020 Volvo XC90 has its strengths and its watch-outs. 7 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2020 Volvo XC90?

There are 7 documented recalls for the 2020 Volvo XC90. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2020 Volvo XC90?

You'll get between 21 and 27 MPG combined from the 2020 Volvo XC90, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.