2022 Volvo XC90 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
47/100
#9 most-complained of 16 XC90 years
The 2022 Volvo XC90 ranks 9th of 16 model years with a Complaint Index of 47 and a "Good" verdict. NHTSA lists 29 complaints, 4 recalls, and 1 fire report, with Electrical System issues making up 45% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 29
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 25
- 21 city / 28 hwy
Top 2022 Volvo XC90 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System13 (45%)
- Fuel System9 (31%)
- Engine8 (28%)
- Other6 (21%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (7%)
- Lane Departure2 (7%)
- Structure & Body2 (7%)
- Airbags1 (3%)
- Brakes1 (3%)
- Seat Belts1 (3%)
What owners report
- Loss of propulsion or "turtle mode" occurs while driving, sometimes on highways at speed, cutting power and speed sharply.
- Owners report the engine compartment emitting smoke followed by a fire while driving in stop-and-go traffic, at a median mileage of 11,000 miles.
- Propulsion or engine error messages appear repeatedly, sometimes soon after purchase, requiring dealer computer resets.
- Electric charging connector has frozen and become inoperable in cold weather, leaving the vehicle unable to disconnect from the charger.
- Vehicle locking system has locked itself unexpectedly with keys and occupants left inside.
- An unknown app reportedly started the vehicle remotely without owner action, triggering a dashboard warning.
2022 Volvo XC90 recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V179000Mar 24, 2025Electrical System7,483 vehicles
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
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.
Risk: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 23V827000Dec 7, 2023Seat Belts2,911 vehicles
Seat belts:critical fasteners
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2015-2024 XC90 vehicles. The second-row seat belt buckle and lower belt anchor bolts may not be tightened properly.
Risk: An improperly tightened seat belt buckle may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing their risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the second-row seat belt buckle anchorage bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10259.
- NHTSA 23V001000Jan 5, 2023Steering74 vehicles
Steering
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2022 V60CC, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. During steering gear assembly, double screws may have been assembled on top of each other, which can cause a screw to fall into the gearbox housing.
Risk: A screw inside the gearbox housing can cause the steering wheel to lock up and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10213.
2022 Volvo XC90 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 21 MPG
- Highway
- 28 MPG
- Combined
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,200
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other XC90 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Volvo XC90 reliable based on NHTSA data?
- The 2022 XC90 has a Complaint Index of 47 and ranks 9th out of 16 model years, earning a "Good" verdict relative to other XC90 years. It has 29 complaints and 4 recalls on file with NHTSA.
- What problems does the 2022 Volvo XC90 have?
- NHTSA complaints point to the Electrical System (45% of complaints, median 11,400 miles), Fuel System (31%), and Engine (28%, median 11,000 miles), including a reported fire in the engine sample.
- Does the 2022 Volvo XC90 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2022 XC90, covering the Electrical System (high-voltage battery), Seat Belts, Steering, and Engine (ECM software).
- How does the 2022 XC90 compare to other XC90 years?
- The 2022 XC90's Complaint Index of 47 is lower than the worst years, 2016 (100) and 2017 (80), both rated "Avoid," making 2022 a comparatively better choice among XC90 model years.