2021 Volvo XC90PHEV
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2021 Volvo XC90PHEV. Newest first.
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 Volvo C40 BEV, 2025 EC40, 2023-2024 XC40 BEV, 2020-2026 XC90 PHEV, 2022-2026 XC60 PHEV, 2023-2025 S60 PHEV, 2024-2025 V60 PHEV, and 2025-2026 EX40 and 2025 S90 PHEV vehicles. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "B" mode or "One Pedal Drive," the vehicle may lose brake…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to use "B" Mode (for plug-in hybrid vehicles) or "One Pedal Drive" (for pure electric vehicles) until the repair has been completed. The brake module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10329.
Owner complaints
1 complaints
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system › Adas · Forward collision avoidance › Automatic emergency braking · Lane departure
See attached document for complaint.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11011735This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp
- 11009818This is a Technical Journal: White patch defect in paint when removed rapgard. Expose vehicle to outside daylight for 48hrs.
- 11009817This is a Technical Journal: DIM message about parking brake. Manually order and download software part number 32429456
- 11009815This is a Technical Journal: Apple CarPlay Not OK - iPhone with USB-C, SENSUS. The 56 kO resistor ensures safe and appropriate power delivery.
- 11009813This is a Technical Journal: Transmission Shifts From D or R to P Immediately After Starting. This symptom can occur if the driver changes the position of the gear shifter from P to D or R very quickly after starting the engine and the starting process is not completed. Inform the driver to pause briefly after starting the vehicle before shifting into D or R.
- 11009811This is a Technical Journal: Software Upgrade / Download Guide. If one control unit is upgraded and not all, it may result in various problems.
- 11009810This is a Technical Journal: DIM Message and DTC IEM P0C0500. 1. Erase the DTC 2. Test drive the vehicle in electrical mode and accelerate until the vehicle reaches a minimum of 30 km/h (19 mph). 3. Perform a new VIDA readout
- 11009807This is a Technical Journal. Vehicle type and platform identification.
- 11009803This is a Technical Journal: Outer rear view mirror intermittently not folding. May required replacing terminals.
- 11009514This is a Technical Journal: Check Engine Light and ECM P0CD900. Performed total software update.
- 11009511This is a Technical Journal: Alleged issues with Intellisafe functionality. Inform the customer of the functions and limitations
- 11009496This is a Technical Journal: Difficulty clearing SODx DTCs. put the car in usage mode "Driving" and continue the erasing process
- 11007932This is a Technical Journal: Improved 12V battery test in VIDA. Improved 12V battery test in VIDA
- 11007926This is a Technical Journal: DIM message about parking brake. Manually order and download software part number 32429456
- 11007925Information about valid Software partnumbers to order and download Software for "PDS" Pre-Delivery Service
- 11006576This is a Technical Journal: SPA/CMA - 12V Battery Testing / Maintenance Guide. After capturing a NEW VIDA readout, conduct the steps in VIDA.
- 11006564This is a Technical Journal: SENSUS - IHU Software Improvement (Voice Control). software is available in VIDA beginning 2024 week 21.
- 11006562This is a Technical Journal: SPA/CMA - 12V Battery Testing / Maintenance Guide. After capturing a NEW VIDA readout, conduct the steps in VIDA.
- 11006560This is a Technical Journal: DIM message about parking brake. Download the available total upgrade software.
- 11006557This is a Technical Journal: SPA/CMA - 12V Battery Testing / Maintenance Guide. After capturing a NEW VIDA readout, conduct the steps in VIDA.
- 11006554This is a Technical Journal: Improved 12V battery test in VIDA. Improved 12V battery test in VIDA
Every Volvo XC90PHEV model year
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