2003 Volvo XC90 vs 2004 Volvo XC90
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Volvo XC90 | 2004 Volvo XC90 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 93 | 462 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 239 | 222 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–18 | 16–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 74,650 mi | 86,802 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volvo XC90 | Volvo XC90 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 49 | 145 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 158 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 40 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 34 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 31 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 32 |
| Suspension | 9 | 23 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 24 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 36 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 25 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 25 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 17 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 13 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 13 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 7 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 5 |
2003 Volvo XC90
2004 Volvo XC90
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.