2004 Volvo XC90 vs 2005 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 | 2004 Volvo XC90 | 2005 Volvo XC90 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 462 | 223 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 222 | 219 |
| Investigations | 3 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–19 | 15–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 86,802 mi | 86,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volvo XC90 | Volvo XC90 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 158 | 51 |
| Power Train | 145 | 62 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 24 | 40 |
| Exterior Lighting | 32 | 25 |
| Engine | 28 | 29 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 34 | 22 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 40 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 31 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 36 | 31 |
| Loss of power | 25 | 15 |
| Brake problems | 25 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 17 | 14 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 13 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 5 | 0 |
2004 Volvo XC90
2005 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.