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2026 Volvo XC90: common problems and reliability
Too new to grade yet.
9 owner complaints, most about engine. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2026 XC90?The 2026 Volvo XC90 has 9 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and fuel/propulsion system. Owners most often flag software/infotainment glitches (aaos): system crashes, laggy response, backup camera failures, frequent need for reboots. primarily affects 2022+ models.
Safety record for the 2026 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2026 Volvo XC90 vehicles (US, public record).
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Is 2026 a good year for the XC90?
Across the 23 XC90 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 3 (2012) to 592 (2016). With 9 complaints, the 2026 XC90 sits below the model's median of 58.
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
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is mixed and heavily dependent on generation and powertrain.
- Very frequentSoftware/Infotainment glitches (AAOS)
System crashes, laggy response, backup camera failures, frequent need for reboots. Primarily affects 2022+ models.
Owner insights cover all generations of the XC90. See the full XC90 owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used XC90 listings typically run $19,496–$39,767.
Other XC90 model years
Compare every XC90 year side by side to see how 2026 ranks against the rest.
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