2 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Volvo V90.
2
recalls
1
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.
NHTSA campaign 21V682000 · reported September 1, 2021 · Volvo Car USA, LLC · 19,149 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 XC40, XC 40 Recharge, V60CC, V90, V90CC, XC90, and 2021-2022 V60, XC60, S60 vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 13, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10111.
Air bags: air bag/restraint control module · Seat belts: pretensioner · Air bags
NHTSA campaign 21V001000 · reported January 7, 2021 · Volvo Car USA, LLC · 2,883 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 Volvo V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. The Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) control unit may not have been properly attached to the car body and may detach during a crash.
The risk
A detached SRS control unit can decrease the performance of occupant protection systems such as air bags, seat belts, and high voltage battery disconnect, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the SRS control unit mounting screws, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10068.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Electrical system1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Mar 10, 2026 · Electrical system
In our 2021 Volvo XC90, the hybrid battery has completely failed, which I suspect is a common issue in this model. The error message is Hybrid System Failure, and the dealership has confirmed that the entire battery will need replacement. Volvo has not listed this car as subject to a recall over this issue, and I…
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Volvo V90, the most recent reported on September 1, 2021 (Seat belts: rear/other, retractor, Seat belts: front, retractor, Seat belts). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Volvo V90?
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (1 complaints).
How many 2021 Volvo V90 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 1 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received March 10, 2026.