2021 Volvo S90 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Volvo S90.

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recalls
0
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2021 Volvo S90 recalls

Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery · Electrical system: software

NHTSA campaign 25V179000 · reported March 24, 2025 · Volvo Car USA, LLC · 7,483 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2020-2021 S90, 2020-2022 S60, V60, XC60, XC90, and 2022 V90 plug-in hybrid vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked.
The risk
A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the high-voltage battery module as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the software to monitor the battery. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 28, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10312.

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic

NHTSA campaign 21V716000 · reported September 15, 2021 · Volvo Car USA, LLC · 9 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 S90L, 2020-2021 XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An improperly welded rotor and shaft may separate within the integrated brake system.
The risk
Separation of the rotor and shaft may cause a reduction in braking assistance and a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC), increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the hydraulic unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 22, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10120.

S90 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2018 21600
2019 4311
2020 3300
2021 2000
2022 3200
2023 3200
2024 2210

All Volvo S90 years →

Questions

Does the 2021 Volvo S90 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Volvo S90, the most recent reported on March 24, 2025 (Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery, Electrical system: software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Volvo S90?
There are few or no owner complaints on file for the 2021 Volvo S90.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026.