Last updated: 2026-10-10

Volvo S90

Volvo S90 Years to Avoid

9 scored model years (2018–2026) · model average 68/100

No model year here is one to skip. Ratings are good across the whole run, and what changes from year to year is the recall count and how many owners complained. The 2021 model year is the one to buy, with two recalls and no owner complaints on file.

Verdict

Avoid
No outlier years
Buy
2021 71/100
Model average
68/100
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What Are Common Volvo S90 Problems?

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 complaints

Most reported in 2018

2018: Doors sometimes refuse to open.

SERVICE BRAKES

2 complaints

Most reported in 2018

2018: Pressing the brake pedal can make the steering wheel shake violently without warning.

Best Volvo S90 Year to Buy Instead

71
GoodReliability score: 71 out of 100, rated Good

2021 Volvo S90

The 2021 model year has two recalls and no owner complaints, even after several years on the road. The weaker 2022 and 2023 years each carry three recalls and a few complaints, including seat belts and back over prevention. The 2018 year drew far more complaints, led by electrical problems.

Score: 71/100 (Good)2 recalls0 complaints
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VIN History Report

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Even the 2021 Volvo S90 has 2 recalls on file. A VIN check confirms the recall work on the exact car and shows its accident, title, and service history.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Volvo S90 years should I avoid?
None. Every tracked year from 2018 to 2026 is rated good, and no year falls well below the model's own average. Differences come down to recalls and complaint counts, so choose by condition and service history.
Which Volvo S90 year has the most complaints?
The 2018 model year has the most, with 12 owner complaints. Electrical system problems lead that group with three reports. Later years have only a few complaints each, and 2019, 2021, 2025, and 2026 have none on file.
Are the 2022 and 2023 Volvo S90 bad years?
No. They are the lowest rated years, but both are still rated good. Each has three recalls. The 2022 year has one complaint about seat belts, and the 2023 year has two, including one about back over prevention.
Is the 2026 Volvo S90 the most reliable year?
Not necessarily. The 2026 year shows no recalls or complaints, but it is too new to have collected many. A year with a longer record is a safer basis for a decision, which is why the 2021 model year is the pick.
Which Volvo S90 years have transmission problems?
The data does not show transmission problems for any year. The most reported areas are the electrical system and service brakes. If you are worried about the drivetrain, ask for service records and get a pre-purchase inspection.

How we score every Volvo S90 model year

Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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