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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2017 Volvo XC90 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2017 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component7
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Seat belts | 3 |
| Electrical system | 2 |
| Air bags | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
Safety recalls7
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Dec 7, 202323V827000 | Seat belts: critical fastenersAn improperly tightened seat belt buckle may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing their risk of injury during a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V827000
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| Apr 21, 202121V273000 | Electrical system: softwareThe rear passenger may become trapped by the front seat without the ability to cancel the seat's movement, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V273000
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| Nov 13, 201818V800000 | Electrical system: softwareIf the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V800000
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| Jun 8, 201717V370000 | Seat beltsAlthough, 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… DetailsHide details for campaign 17V370000
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| Feb 16, 201717V104000 | Air bags: side/windowIf the IC air bags do not deploy properly in the event of a crash, the vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 17V104000
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| Nov 2, 201616V798000 | Seat belts: front buckle assemblyIf 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… DetailsHide details for campaign 16V798000
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Owner complaints by component81
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 24 | 30 |
| Engine | 24 | 30 |
| Electrical system | 20 | 25 |
| Service brakes | 8 | 10 |
| Structure | 7 | 9 |
| Power train | 6 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 7 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 6 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 5 | 6 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 5 |
| Steering | 3 | 4 |
| Suspension | 3 | 4 |
| Air bags | 3 | 4 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 |
9 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names XC90 T5, XC90 T6, XC90 T8, XC90H.
Latest reports
- Steering
“Volvo electric power steering system failure.”
- Power train
“Vehicle has exhibited lagging and stalling while driving in "Pure" (electric-only) mode since approximately April 2026, at approximately 85,000 miles, accompanied by an illuminated check engine light.”
- Electrical system
“2017 Volvo XC90 manufacturing defect where panoramic sunroof drainage network fails under normal rain, pooling water directly in the floorboard channels over safety module networks and wire harnesses.Water infiltration…”
Other Volvo XC90 model years
- 20217 recalls41 complaints
- 20209 recalls34 complaints
- 20196 recalls42 complaints
- 20183 recalls51 complaints
- 20177 recalls81 complaints
- 20168 recalls198 complaints
- 20130 recalls11 complaints
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Other Volvo models
- 2017 S606 recalls18 complaints
- 2017 XC604 recalls16 complaints
- 2017 V606 recalls6 complaints
- 2017 S904 recalls8 complaints
- 2017 V902 recalls3 complaints
- 2016 S802 recalls6 complaints
- 2010 V703 recalls4 complaints
- 2016 XC702 recalls7 complaints
- 2011 S402 recalls5 complaints
- 2019 XC404 recalls30 complaints
- 2013 C700 recalls11 complaints
- 2010 V503 recalls2 complaints
2017 Volvo XC90 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Volvo XC90 have?
NHTSA lists 7 safety recall campaigns for the 2017 Volvo XC90. The most recent, 23V827000 (reported December 7, 2023), concerns seat belts. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2017 Volvo XC90 recalls for?
The largest group is seat belts, with 3 campaigns. Others: electrical system (2), air bags (1), equipment (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2017 Volvo XC90?
Unknown or other is the most-reported component, named in 24 complaints out of 81 filed with NHTSA (30%). Across all complaints, owners reported 3 crashs and 8 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2017 Volvo XC90?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Volvo recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Volvo dealer.
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