2018 Volvo XC90
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Volvo XC90 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.
2018 Volvo XC90 at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2018 Volvo XC90 recalls 3
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2016-2020 XC90 Excellence vehicles. Liquid or condensation on the rear seat control display may cause the front passenger seat to move back as far as possible.
Fix: Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will update the rear seat control display software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10093.
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.
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.
Fix: 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.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2018 Volvo XC90 MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2018 Volvo XC90 worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2018 Volvo XC90 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($30,925) with the same model 5 model-years older ($20,395), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2018 Volvo XC90 trims & engines on record
2018 Volvo XC90 vehicles on record
2018 Volvo XC90 MomentumYV4102CK4J1337650
2018 Volvo XC90 R-DesignYV4A22PM7J1215743
2018 Volvo XC90 MomentumYV4102CK4J1357719
2018 Volvo XC90 MomentumYV4A22PK9J1342203
2018 Volvo XC90 InscriptionYV4A22PL7J1202448
2018 Volvo XC90 InscriptionYV4BR0PL9J1339184
2018 Volvo XC90 MomentumYV4A22PK7J1216681
2018 Volvo XC90 InscriptionYV4A22PL8J1198636
2018 Volvo XC90 MomentumYV4102PK4J1336265
2018 Volvo XC90 MomentumYV4102PKXJ1343852
2018 Volvo XC90 MomentumYV4102PK3J1339710
2018 Volvo XC90 InscriptionYV4A22PL5J1200486
2018 Volvo XC90 MomentumYV4A22PK8J1191127
Other Volvo XC90 model years
2018 Volvo XC90 — frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Volvo XC90 have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2018 Volvo XC90. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Volvo XC90 get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Volvo XC90 at about 25 mpg combined (23 city / 29 highway).
How much is a 2018 Volvo XC90 worth?
Comparable 2018 Volvo XC90 listings run roughly $708–$41,995, typically around $30,925 (from 11 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.