Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2022 Volvo XC90. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗High-Voltage Battery May Short Circuit
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the high-voltage battery module as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the software to monitor the battery. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 28, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10312.
Second-Row Seat Belt Buckle Not Tightened Properly
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- An improperly tightened seat belt buckle may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing their risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the second-row seat belt buckle anchorage bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10259.
Steering Wheel May Lock Up
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- A screw inside the gearbox housing can cause the steering wheel to lock up and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10213.
Loss of Drive Power
- Summary
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S60, V60, S90L, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An electronic control module (ECM) software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting, causing a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- The vehicle may lose drive power as the high voltage battery is depleted, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10198.
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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 | 13 | 44.8% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 9 | 31% |
| Engine | 6 | 20.7% |
| Unknown or other | 5 | 17.2% |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 6.9% |
| Lane departure | 2 | 6.9% |
| Air bags | 1 | 3.4% |
| Child seat | 1 | 3.4% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 3.4% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 3.4% |
How 2022 compares with other XC90 years
Best and worst XC90 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 197 | 8 |
| 2017 | 79 | 7 |
| 2018 | 51 | 3 |
| 2019 | 42 | 6 |
| 2020 | 32 | 7 |
| 2021 | 37 | 6 |
| 2022 | 29 | 4 |
| 2023 | 40 | 6 |
| 2024 | 36 | 3 |
| 2025 | 29 | 2 |
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 27 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,050
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 197 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 27 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 26 / 28 / 27 | $3,050 | 197 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 27 / 26 | $3,150 | 131 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 30 / 25 | $3,300 | 361 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | $3,550 | 380 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 405 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2022 Volvo XC90 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2022 Volvo XC90 have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 25V179000 (electrical), 23V827000 (seat belt), 23V001000 (steering), 22V793000 (engine). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2022 Volvo XC90 problems?
Owners filed 29 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (13), Fuel/propulsion system (9), Engine (6) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2022 Volvo XC90 get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 26 city, 28 highway and 27 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2022 XC90 compare with other years?
Among the 2016–2021 Volvo XC90 model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (32) and the 2016 the most (197). The 2022 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.