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2021 Volvo XC90 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
7
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
19
Latest campaign
Jun 12, 2025

Recall summary by component7

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Service brakes, hydraulic2Jun 12, 2025
25V39200021V716000
Seat belts2Dec 7, 2023
23V82700021V682000
Electrical system1Mar 24, 2025
25V179000
Steering1Jan 5, 2023
23V001000
Air bags1Jan 7, 2021
21V001000

Safety recalls7

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Jun 12, 2025Latest campaign
Jun 12, 202525V392000

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist electric

A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.

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What's wrong
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 Volvo C40 BEV, 2025 EC40, 2023-2024 XC40 BEV, 2020-2026 XC90 PHEV, 2022-2026 XC60 PHEV, 2023-2025 S60 PHEV, 2024-2025 V60 PHEV, and 2025-2026 EX40 and 2025 S90 PHEV vehicles. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "B" mode or "One Pedal Drive," the vehicle may lose brake function.
Risk
A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to use "B" Mode (for plug-in hybrid vehicles) or "One Pedal Drive" (for pure electric vehicles) until the repair has been completed. The brake module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10329.
Filed under
Xc90phev
Campaign
NHTSA 25V392000 · Jun 12, 2025
Mar 24, 202525V179000

Electrical system: software

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

DetailsHide details for campaign 25V179000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Filed under
Xc90
Campaign
NHTSA 25V179000 · Mar 24, 2025
Dec 7, 202323V827000

Seat belts: critical fasteners

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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What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Filed under
Xc90
Campaign
NHTSA 23V827000 · Dec 7, 2023
Jan 5, 202323V001000

Steering

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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What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Filed under
Xc90
Campaign
NHTSA 23V001000 · Jan 5, 2023
Sep 15, 202121V716000

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

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),…

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What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the hydraulic unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 22, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10120.
Filed under
Xc90
Campaign
NHTSA 21V716000 · Sep 15, 2021
Sep 1, 202121V682000

Seat belts: front retractor

An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 21V682000
What's wrong
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 XC40, XC 40 Recharge, V60CC, V90, V90CC, XC90, and 2021-2022 V60, XC60, S60 vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 13, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10111.
Filed under
Xc90
Campaign
NHTSA 21V682000 · Sep 1, 2021

Merged from NHTSA model names: Xc90phev, Xc90. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Volvo recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component19

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
19Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical system737000
Service brakes421000
Unknown or other316000
Back over prevention316000
Engine316000
Forward collision avoidance316000
Steering211000
Power train211000
Lane departure211000
Wheels15000
Visibility/wiper15000
Chest clip15000
Buckle15000
Harness15000
Tires15000

2 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, XC90PHEV.

Latest reports

  • Lane departure

    “See attached document for complaint.”

    Filed 08/20/2026 · ODI 11758200
  • Electrical system

    “The vehicle’s Start/Stop system began displaying warning messages and malfunctioning prior to the expiration of the factory warranty.”

    Filed 08/03/2025 · ODI 11678085
  • Electrical system

    “I plugged my usb to usb-c charging cable into my iphone 20 seconds after starting the vehicle.”

    Filed 03/03/2025 · ODI 11646018

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2021 Volvo XC90 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Volvo XC90 have?

NHTSA lists 7 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Volvo XC90. The most recent, 25V392000 (reported June 12, 2025), concerns service brakes, hydraulic. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2021 Volvo XC90 recalls for?

The largest group is service brakes, hydraulic, with 2 campaigns. Others: seat belts (2), electrical system (1), steering (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Volvo XC90?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 7 complaints out of 19 filed with NHTSA (37%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 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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