2017 Volvo V90: common problems and reliability
An average V90 year.
3 owner complaints, most about air bags. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2017 V90?The 2017 Volvo V90 has 3 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are air bags and exterior lighting. Owners most often flag rear suspension air compressor failure: malfunction potentially caused by valve residue, leading to blown fuses and inoperative air suspension. a 7-year/unlimited-mileage warranty extension exists for 2017-2020 models.
Safety record for the 2017 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2017 Volvo V90 vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other V90 years only. How we score it
Is 2017 a good year for the V90?
Across the 10 V90 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2023) to 27 (1998). With 3 complaints, the 2017 V90 sits about the same as the model's median of 3.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2017 V90
electrical system:software
Campaign 18V800000Volvo 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.
What owners say across generations
Overwhelmingly positive sentiment among owners, characterized by deep emotional attachment and high satisfaction. The vehicle is consistently praised for its stunning design, exceptional interior quality, and supreme long-distance comfort.
- RecurrentRear Suspension Air Compressor Failure
Malfunction potentially caused by valve residue, leading to blown fuses and inoperative air suspension. A 7-year/unlimited-mileage warranty extension exists for 2017-2020 models.
- RecurrentEngine Reliability Concerns
Specific worry about the long-term reliability of the complex T6 twin-charged engine and supercharger failures, though not described as ubiquitous. Broader concern that post-2016 "Drive-E" engines are less reliable than older Volvo powertrains.
Owner insights cover all generations of the V90. See the full V90 owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used V90 listings typically run $50,887–$59,339.
Other V90 model years
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