Model year guide

2019 Volvo v90

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Volvo v90 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 19 on record.

2019 Volvo v90 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2019 Volvo v90 at a glance

Safety recalls3

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2019 Volvo v90 recalls 3

Electrical System:wiring:fuses And Circuit Breakers NHTSA Campaign #21V414000 · manufacturer #R10100 · 02/06/2021

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2020 V90, XC60, S60, V60, V60CC, S90, V90CC, S90L, and XC90 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10100.

Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking NHTSA Campaign #20V144000 · manufacturer #R29998 · 12/03/2020

Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.

Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R29998.

Electrical System:software NHTSA Campaign #18V800000 · manufacturer #R39917 · 13/11/2018

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.

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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 11 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

Dimensions & weight

Length
194.5 in
Width
74.4 in
Height
56.7–59.4 in
Wheelbase
115.7 in
Curb weight
4,026–4,118 lb
Front track
64.2 in
Rear track
64.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2019 Volvo v90 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 273

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 273.

this a Technical Journal: ASDM = Active Safety Domain Master To prevent unnecessary replacements of ASDM and as a troubleshooting aid for the Intellisafe system, please follow the advice in Technical Journal

Bulletin TJ31514.1.0 · Forward Collision Avoidance · May 2025

This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a remote session: • Connect a suitable battery maintainer/charger and verify that the battery voltage indicated in VIDA is between 12.5V and 14.9V. • Connect to the vehicle over…

Bulletin 8501 · Exterior Lighting · Apr 2025

This is a Technical Journal: Improved 12V battery test in VIDA. Service: Don´t charge the battery before the test, jump start the vehicle if needed. Read out the vehicle with VIDA and start the test.

Bulletin 36961 · Electrical System · Mar 2025

This is a Technical Journal: Alleged issues with Intellisafe functionality. Please inform the car user of Intellisafe functionality and limitations in case of alleged issues with Intellisafe. The owner's manual is a good source of information together with fil…

Bulletin 36048 · Forward Collision Avoidance · Mar 2025

Volvo Cars USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation has decided to launch Service Action S10303 on certain model year 2025 EX90 vehicles. Volvo Car Investigations have identified that there is a pairing issue with the key fob. As…

Bulletin S10303 · Feb 2025

Volvo Cars USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation has decided to launch Service Action S10303 on certain model year 2025 EX90 vehicles. Volvo Car Investigations have identified that there is a pairing issue with the key fob. As…

Bulletin S10303 · Feb 2025

This is a Technical Journal: Climate system heating performance (HVCH). Replace HVCH.

Bulletin 36257 · Jan 2025

This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a remote session: • Connect a suitable battery maintainer/charger and verify that the battery voltage indicated in VIDA is between 12.5V and 14.9V. • Connect to the vehicle over…

Bulletin 8501 · Exterior Lighting · Jan 2025

This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle/Connectivity report checklist. To provide timely and high-quality feedback to the appropriate department or factory

Bulletin 37175 · Jan 2025

This is a Technical Journal: DIM message about parking brake. Manually order and download software part number 32429456

Bulletin 34647 · Oct 2024

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the V90 T5 AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 3

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2019 Volvo v90. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Electrical

Issue: On certain vehicles, the fuse for the low-pressure fuel pump may be too small. As a result, the fuse could blow and the engine could stall while driving. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Action: Volvo will contact owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the 15 A fuse for the low-…

Transport Canada #2021345 · Jun 2021

Brakes

Issue: On certain vehicles, the automatic emergency braking system (AEB) may not apply the brakes automatically when it detects a possible collision. In addition, the system may not warn of a potential crash with a non-moving vehicle or object. Note: The regular brake system and all other functions in the vehicle are not affected by this problem. Safety Risk: The AEB system may…

Transport Canada #2020099 · Mar 2020

Accessories

On certain vehicles, the Telematics and Driver Support Systems may not function as designed due to a software error. In the event of a crash, this could mean that the Emergency Assist system would not alert Volvo and provide the GPS coordinates of the vehicle. This could create a risk of no response from emergency services. Correction: Dealers will update vehicle software.

Transport Canada #2018618 · Nov 2018

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2019 Volvo v90 trims & engines on record

Trims
R-Design
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 316 hp

2019 Volvo v90 vehicles on record

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2019 Volvo v90 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Volvo v90 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2019 Volvo v90. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.