2019 Volvo XC90 vs 2020 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 | 2019 Volvo XC90 | 2020 Volvo XC90 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 38 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 362 | 248 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–25 | 21–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volvo XC90 | Volvo XC90 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 11 | 8 |
| Engine | 9 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 4 |
| Visibility | 5 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 3 |
| Structure | 2 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
2019 Volvo XC90
2020 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.