Does the 2018 Volvo V90CC have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 Volvo V90CC, the most recent reported on November 13, 2018 (Electrical system: software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Volvo V90CC?

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (3 complaints), followed by electrical system (2).

How many 2018 Volvo V90CC complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2018 Volvo V90CC recalls and problems

1 recall and 7 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Volvo V90CC.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2018 Volvo V90CC recalls

Electrical system: software

NHTSA campaign 18V800000 · reported November 13, 2018 · Volvo Car USA LLC · 17,548 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have an error causing the Telematics and Driver Support Systems to function improperly. As a result, the GPS will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.
The risk: If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.
The fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39917.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Structure3
Electrical system2
Exterior lighting2
Unknown or other2
Air bags1
Lane departure1
Service brakes1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 25, 2025 · Electrical system
During the rainy season, moisture found its way inside the right passenger real tail light, causing a “brake malfunction” error on the dash and deactivating the passenger rear brake light. After the moisture dries, the light comes back on but is intermittent. The light continues to malfunction during rainfall. This is…

Apr 18, 2025 · Structure
Automatic tailgate door, which was open for loading, randomly came down and struck me in the head. Door did not retract on contact but continued downward. No one was in vehicle. Neither keyfob or button were touched. I'm on blood thinners, this was a dangerous head injury. Could be extremely dangerous for children…

Mar 31, 2025 · Structure
When it rains, I receive a warning that the rear position lights are failed. The left tail light stops working and I'm without a signal and brake lamp. This issue resolved its self when it's had time to dry, usually within two to three days.

Nov 30, 2024 · Exterior lighting
Rear Position Light Malfunction on my 2018 Volvo V90 CC. The winter finally came yesterday and it rained the whole night. After I started the car in the following morning and drove for around 2 minutes, the warning popped up. I found out the rear position light of the whole left side doesn’t work, included the…

Jul 8, 2024 · Unknown or other
1. When my tailgate is open on multiple (more than 8?9? 10 times out of nowhere it will start to come down without my prompting It has hit me on my shoulder multiple times and I jump out of the way while it continues to shut. Most recently, it came down quick and hit my head. Luckily I got out of the way. Yet it…

V90CC model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2017	2	3	0
2018	1	7	1
2019	3	1	0
2020	2	4	0
2021	2	0	0

All Volvo V90CC years →

Questions

Does the 2018 Volvo V90CC have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 Volvo V90CC, the most recent reported on November 13, 2018 (Electrical system: software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Volvo V90CC?: Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (3 complaints), followed by electrical system (2).
How many 2018 Volvo V90CC complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 25, 2025.