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2020 Volvo V90CCRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints for the 2020 Volvo V90CC. Most complaints involve electrical system (2) and forward collision avoidance (1).

Combined MPG
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No EPA rating found
NHTSA overall
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Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Jun 2021
Owner complaints
4
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
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No EPA estimate
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Electrical system: fuses and circuit breakers

Free remedy

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.

Electrical systemReported Jun 2, 2021NHTSA 21V414000

Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking

Free remedy

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.

Forward collision avoidanceReported Mar 12, 2020NHTSA 20V144000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

4 complaints filed with NHTSA · Aug 2021 – Jan 2025
  1. Electrical system2
  2. Forward collision avoidance1
  3. Steering1
  4. Service brakes1
  5. Tires1
  6. Other / unknown1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each V90CC model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
20187
20204
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

2 reports
“Gaps in the sunroof seal caused water to drain from the sunroof to the interior, electrical panel, firewall panel of the car and batteries. All electrical components are damaged because of the water. My car died on a very busy road on Dec. 31, 2024. It is an extremely dangerous rd. I could not leave the vehicle because my special needs son was with me and scared to get out. The car was looked at by the Volvo dealer service manger where we bought the car in Oct., 2023 and has confirmed all damages caused by a deteriorating sunroof seal. ( 2020 model) insurance is planning to look at it but because of the water damage in the interior, the car interior needs to be stripped to check for other damage, corrosion. Warning lights came on a few seconds before the car stopped/ died so there was no time to get to a safe place. Police were on the scene and had to have the car towed out of the way of traffic.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 10, 2025Electrical system, Forward collision avoidanceODI 11635195

Forward collision avoidance

1 report

Steering

1 report
“Sunday, May 14, 2023 - 2:30pm Car reports "Brake Failure - Stop Safely" Driver does so, and-- -Parking Brake Sets -Car will not come out of Park -Engine can not be turned off -Rear lift gate cannot be opened by any means First attempt at a tow fails – parking brake locked [XXX] arrives at site at about 6:45 pm. I observe the following: -Car is running, engine cannot be turned off. -Shift lever cannot be moved out of park. -Parking brake cannot be released -Tailgate cannot be opened by any means. -Brake Warning light is on among others. -Brake Pedal has adequate pressure. After attending to parents as this is 4.5 hours at this point of VOC saying help is on the way…. I open the hood and the engine compartment fuse box per a not I found by a credible person on Swedespeed, I pull fuse #38 out and give it 3-4 minutes before replacing it. At which point: -Rear liftgate become operational. -Car will come out of park -Emergency brake releases -ABS error no longer dominates dash screen but other lights remain. SEE Attachment with various images and original details”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 15, 2023Steering, Electrical system, Service brakesODI 11521965
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

New Car Assessment Program
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2020 Volvo V90CC as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026
05 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
07 —FAQ

2020 V90CC questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Volvo V90CC have?

2 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2020 Volvo V90CC problems?

Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (2), forward collision avoidance (1), steering (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026