2021 Volvo XC90 vs 2022 Volvo XC90
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2021 Volvo XC90 | 2022 Volvo XC90 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 32 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 219 | 218 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–27 | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volvo XC90 | Volvo XC90 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 8 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 9 |
| Engine | 7 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 1 |
| Power Train | 3 | 1 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2021 Volvo XC90
2022 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.