2024 Volvo XC90: common problems
The maker issued 80 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 80
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 2 L · hybrid · turbo · 4 cyl
- 2 L · plug-in hybrid · turbo · 4 cyl
- automatic, 8-speed
Drive: AWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Hybrid propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Parking brake | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Electronic stability control | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 10 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This is a Technical Journal
Chirping noise from engine during engine shutoff. Replace both front camshaft seals
- This is a Technical Journal
Check Engine Light in DIM (BCM2 P25A268 / U003700). Download software.
- This is a Technical Journal
Check engine light and DTC - ECM P061C48/P060C48. Change engine oil and filter.
- This is a Technical Journal
Google acceptance required for SW 3.0.3. Software download.
- This is a Technical Journal
LR PHEV IGM P060700/P061A00 Control Module Performance DTCs. Software download
- This is a Technical Journal
MY23+, ICUP - scratchy sound on Premium Sound Audio; AUD faults. Replace the AUD unit.
- This is a Technical Journal
DIM Message and DTC IEM P0A4000. Erase DTC. -Let the vehicle go to "Abandoned mode" - this can take up to 20 minutes. -Perform a new VIDA readout
- This is a Technical Journal
If you experience difficulty programming remote keys on Hybrid vehicles, please follow the advise in Technical Journal under service.
- This is a Technical Journal
Fuel Door Won't Open. Using the key fob buttons: ⢠Press the lock button ⢠Wait approximately 10 seconds ⢠Press the unlock button
- This is a Technical Journal
Message in DIM, DTC TCM P288772 set. Download improved TCM software.
- This is a Technical Journal
Squeak noise from second row outer seats over bumps. Apply PFPE Anti squeak spray, p/n 30749880 spray.
- This is a Technical Journal
Oxygen Sensor DTCs. Perform a Total Upgrade of the vehicle software.
NHTSA lists 80 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Volvo XC90?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 80 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2024 Volvo XC90?
NHTSA lists 80 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2024 Volvo XC90 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2024 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.