AI Damage2025 Volvo Xc90phev: common problems
The maker issued 134 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 134
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 29 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 65 |
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.
- Exterior lighting. Headlamps, leveling, sensors and mounts after a frontal hit.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This is a Technical Journal
Text plus 1 MP4 - Not possible to go to Drive mode after ERS start. Download software. Please follow the advice under "Service".
- This is a TJ - Text plus 1 attachment a TJI-522169 -If the vehicle has an abnormal gap between bumper and…
This is a TJ - Text plus 1 attachment a TJI-522169 -If the vehicle has an abnormal gap between bumper and lower mesh follow advice under "Service".
- This is a TJ Text only no attachments
If the crystal gear shift knob light stays illuminated after the vehicle is locked and is not in active mode, A fix for this issue is introduced with software version 5.0.5.
- This is a TJ - Text only - No attachments - If the software version displayed in the CSD is not aligned…
This is a TJ - Text only - No attachments - If the software version displayed in the CSD is not aligned with the actual software version installed in the vehicle (this may occur after a failed software download), and…
- This is a TJ - Text only no attachments - If the software version displayed in the CSD is not aligned with…
This is a TJ - Text only no attachments - If the software version displayed in the CSD is not aligned with the actual software version installed in the vehicle (this may occur after a failed software download), and no…
- This is a TJ - Text - plus 2 instruction documents (TJI's) - + 2 PDFS + how to find structure week + flow…
This is a TJ - Text - plus 2 instruction documents (TJI's) - + 2 PDFS + how to find structure week + flow chart, 6 in all. If the Check Engine Light is on in the DIM and one or more of the DTCs listed below are set…
- This is a Technical Journal
DIM Message and DTC BECM P0C7800. If the DIM displays a message stating "Drive System Service Required" and the DTC listed below is set, follow the advice under "Service". •Do not replace any parts. This is not…
- This is a Technical Journal
Text only no attachments - DIM Message and DTC BECM P0C3200. perform a total upgrade of the software please follow the advice under "Service"
- This is a Technical Journal
iCUP IHU - Text plus 1 PDF Prior Approval. In most cases, the IHU does not need to be replaced -In many cases the Infotainment Head Unit (IHU) does not need to be replaced and can be retained by following the fault…
- This is a Technical Journal
text plus 3 .png files and 1 mp4 CSD Stuck in Recovery Mode, iCUP. In most cases this Recovery mode can be resolved by preforming a IHU reload.
- This is a Technical Journal
Text only no attachments Do Not Connect Third-Party Devices to the DLC/OBD2. Disconnect third party devices. If the ESC warning appears in the DIM and/or pure electric drive mode is disabled in combination with DTC…
- This is a Technical Journal
Plus 2 attachments 1- TJI-497587-1 and 1 MP4 Speaker Grill -It may be possible for the rear door lock switch to get stuck in the speaker grille. This can lead to a drained battery. Applies only for cars with Premium or…
NHTSA lists 134 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 2025 Volvo Xc90phev?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 134 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2025 Volvo Xc90phev?
NHTSA lists 134 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 2025 Volvo Xc90phev 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 2025 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.