Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2008 Volvo XC90. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗760 PORTABLE AUTOMOTIVE GPS UNITS/GARMIN
- Summary
- VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
- Consequence
- AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.
- Remedy
- VOLVO ADVISES OWNERS TO PLEASE STOP USING THE GARMIN PORTABLE GPS DEVICE IMMEDIATELY, AND VISIT THE GARMIN WEBSITE TO DETERMINE IF THEIR UNIT IS AFFECTED. THE UNIT'S BATTERY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW BATTERY AND A SPACER WILL BE INSERTED ON TOP OF THE BATTERY NEXT TO THE PCB. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN AT 866-957-1981 OR VISIT GARMIN'S WEBSITE AT WWW.GARMIN.COM/NUVIBATTERYPCBRECALL.
ENGINE MOUNT BOLTS
- Summary
- VOLVO IS RECALLING 102 MY 2008 XC90 AND S80 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V8 ENGINES. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH INCORRECT BOLTS TO THE ENGINE MOUNT.
- Consequence
- THE ALUMINUM BRACKET FOR THE ENGINE MOUNT COULD BREAK DUE TO LACK OF ADEQUATE CLAMPING FORCE. THIS COULD CAUSE THE ENGINE TO COME IN CONTACT WITH THE SUB-FRAME, ULTIMATELY RESULTING IN A REDUCED ENGINE TORQUE OR STALLING OF THE ENGINE WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ENGINE MOUNT BOLTS FOR SPECIFIC MARKINGS. IF ANY OF THE BOLTS CONTAIN THE INCORRECT MARKINGS, THE BRACKET AND BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED. ALL OWNERS HAVE BEEN CONTACTED AND ARRANGEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE TO REPAIR THESE VEHICLES.
ECM SOFTWARE UPGRADE
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THE CLIMATE CONTROL MODULE (CCM) MAY RECEIVE A 'SHUT-DOWN SIGNAL' FROM THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) AFTER IGNITION KEY INSERTION. IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, THE CLIMATE CONTROL FUNCTIONS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE (INCLUDING THE DEFROSTER) DURING THAT DRIVING CYCLE.
- Consequence
- INOPERATIVE DEFROSTERS UNDER INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS COULD CAUSE IMPAIRED VISIBILITY WHICH HAS THE POTENTIAL TO RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR VEHICLE AND PROPERTY DAMAGE.
- Remedy
- THE ECM SOFTWARE WILL BE UPGRADED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 28, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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Owner complaints (29)
29 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 29 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 8 | 27.6% |
| Engine | 6 | 20.7% |
| Power train | 4 | 13.8% |
| Seat belts | 4 | 13.8% |
| Electronic stability control | 3 | 10.3% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 10.3% |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 10.3% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 6.9% |
| Air bags | 1 | 3.4% |
| Equipment | 1 | 3.4% |
How 2008 compares with other XC90 years
Best and worst XC90 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 462 | 6 |
| 2005 | 223 | 6 |
| 2006 | 53 | 3 |
| 2007 | 38 | 2 |
| 2008 | 29 | 3 |
| 2009 | 7 | 1 |
| 2010 | 12 | 3 |
| 2011 | 19 | 1 |
| 2012 | 3 | 0 |
| 2013 | 11 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 16 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $5,150
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 555 g/mi
- EPA class
- Sport Utility Vehicle -
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 16 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | $5,150 | 555 |
| 3.2 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | $5,150 | 555 |
| 4.4 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 19 / 15 | $5,500 | 593 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2008 XC90 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
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2008 Volvo XC90 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2008 Volvo XC90 have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 10V566000 (electrical), 08V206000 (engine), 07V563000 (visibility). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2008 Volvo XC90 problems?
Owners filed 29 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (8), Engine (6), Power train (4) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2008 Volvo XC90 get?
EPA rates the 3.2 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 14 city, 20 highway and 16 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2008 XC90 compare with other years?
Among the 2004–2013 Volvo XC90 model years at least five years old, the 2012 drew the fewest complaints (3) and the 2004 the most (462). The 2008 drew 29. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.