2008 Toyota Highlander vs 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Highlander | 2008 Volvo XC90 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 403 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 281 | 215 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 44 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–26 | 15–16 |
| Median reported mileage | 78,000 mi | 59,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Highlander | Volvo XC90 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 66 | 0 |
| Engine | 58 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 57 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 43 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 45 | 1 |
| Steering | 40 | 1 |
| Tires | 25 | 1 |
| Power Train | 18 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 24 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 22 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 20 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 11 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
2008 Toyota Highlander
2008 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.