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2023 Volvo S90 problems

The most common problem on the 2023 Volvo S90 is driver assistance and stability. It has fewer complaints than a typical S90 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
129
Worst area
Driver assistance

The worst 2023 Volvo S90 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Driver assistance
    1

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  • Driver assistance
    1

Recalls 3

Back over prevention: softwareReported December 23, 2025 · 413,151 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Car’s customer service at 1‑800‑458‑1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous the federal safety agency recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Recall number 25V908000 · Recall details

Back over prevention: softwareReported May 8, 2025 · 413,151 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1‑800‑458‑1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.

Recall number 25V282000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ecu/ECM)Reported October 20, 2022 · 15,674 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S60, V60, S90L, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An electronic control module (ECM) software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk
The vehicle may lose drive power as the high voltage battery is depleted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1‑800‑458‑1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10198.

Recall number 22V793000 · Recall details

See all 3 recalls for the 2023 Volvo S90

Technical service bulletins for the 2023 Volvo S90 129

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 2023 Volvo S90 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 22, 2025 · OH

My Volvo was left in the garage for three weeks while on vacation, came back and the sunroof was cracked. The dealer inspected the car, but claim the sunroof was hit (which is not true). There is no evidence that the sunroof was hit.

Filed May 20, 2025 · Driver assistance · CA

Backup camera problem is more prevalent after recall software update when backing up, or when trying to view the rear camera manually, the message says "Camera Temporarily Unavailable" for the entire duration I was driving for 40 minutes.

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Questions about the 2023 Volvo S90

Is the 2023 Volvo S90 reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2023 Volvo S90, fewer than a typical S90 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2023 Volvo S90?

Driver assistance and stability, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2023 Volvo S90 have?

3 recalls, covering back over prevention and engine and engine cooling.

Was there a recall on the 2023 Volvo S90 driver assistance?

Yes, 2 recalls: 25V908000, 25V282000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

Is there a class action lawsuit over the Volvo S90?

Yes. New class action says Volvo's Google-based infotainment screens freeze and take climate and rearview camera with them (November 9, 2026).

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