2025 Volvo XC90 B6Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

“My 2025 Volvo XC90 (VIN: [XXX], approximately 50,000 miles) has recurring electrical failures affecting the infotainment system, HVAC/defroster, airbags, windshield wipers, and turn signals. On [XXX], while driving, the infotainment-based HVAC controls suddenly stopped functioning, disabling windshield defrosting. The windshield rapidly fogged, severely obstructing my visibility. I nearly drove off the road, and the lane correction system helped prevent an accident. After pulling over and rebooting the infotainment system, the HVAC and defroster resumed working. During the first snowfall of the season, the vehicle also unexpectedly entered limp mode on the freeway, forcing us onto the shoulder and leaving us stranded. These failures recur unpredictably. Airbag and wiper warnings disappear after the vehicle is shut off for several hours. Infotainment and turn signal failures temporarily resolve after rebooting the infotainment system. I reported these issues repeatedly to Ken Garff Volvo in Salt Lake City. The dealer performed software upgrades on [XXX], [XXX], and [XXX] (part #31483292), but the failures continue. The dealer stated the updates would fix the…”

“The contact owns a 2025 Volvo XC90. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the safety alert audible sounds failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the alerts failed to provide an audible alert. The contact turned off the vehicle and started and the system independently reset. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and an unknown software update was performed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The failure became persistent. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera screen seized. The contact stated that the rear-view camera displayed a still image. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 4,500.”

“On October 31, 2026, while driving my 2025 Volvo XC90 on a highway at approximately 50 mph, the vehicle's Forward Collision Warning system suddenly activated without any apparent reason. A red collision warning appeared on the instrument panel, accompanied by an audible warning signal. Immediately afterward, the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system applied the brakes extremely forcefully, causing the vehicle to abruptly reduce its speed by approximately 15–20 mph. The highway ahead was completely clear. There were no vehicles, pedestrians, obstacles, or other visible hazards in front of my vehicle. I was driving manually, and neither Adaptive Cruise Control nor Pilot Assist was engaged. Another vehicle was traveling behind me. This sudden and unexpected braking created a serious risk of a rear-end collision. After the abrupt deceleration, the vehicle automatically released the brakes, and normal driving resumed. This was not an isolated incident. The vehicle had previously experienced similar unexpected automatic braking events at lower speeds. However, this was the first occurrence at highway speed. The vehicle currently has approximately 12,800 miles. The…”