2017 Volvo XC90 Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 2%of 81 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 31,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2017 Volvo XC90, 2% of the 81 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 31,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 2017 Volvo XC90. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the 12-volt Battery Charging Fault message and battery warning light illuminated. Additionally, the windshield wipers and turn signals were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with battery failure. The dealer informed the contact that the battery software needed to be updated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 31,000. …”
NHTSA complaint #11481007, filed 2022-08, 31,000 miles“The vehicle experienced a major electrical system malfunction involving multiple critical components. The issue began with the Volvo On Call system light remaining illuminated continuously, which suggested a possible communication or battery-related fault. Shortly after, additional systems failed, including the turn signal system, windshield wipers, and high beam headlights. These components are currently non-functional and can be made available for inspection upon request. The failure significantly impacted vehicle safety. …”
NHTSA complaint #11725903, filed 2026-03Related service bulletins
- 11033732May 7, 2026This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp
- 11031109Mar 21, 2026This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp
- 11027189Dec 20, 2025This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp
- 11020437Apr 10, 2025This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a remote session: •Connect a suitable battery maintainer/charger and verify that the…
- 11016016Feb 28, 2025This is a Technical Journal: Changed front fog/cornering lights behavior. This logic of the cornering lights is now changed in the cars with software version 3.3.16 or later
- 11014112Jan 16, 2025This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a remote session: •Connect a suitable battery maintainer/charger and verify that the…
- 11011735Nov 1, 2024This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp
- 10204693Oct 21, 2021Headlamp condensation.
- 10203167Oct 18, 2021Volvo Chassis 2008 And Up LED Headlight Conversion Programming Procedure
- 10190809Mar 23, 2021If the rear Parking Assistance System (PAS) is not working and there is a message in DIM about ?Parking Assistance System service required? displayed in DIM, then it is possible…
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 5% |
| 2021 | 1 | 2% |
| 2018 | 1 | 2% |
| 2017 | 2 | 2% |
| 2016 | 2 | 1% |
| 2011 | 1 | 5% |
| 2008 | 1 | 3% |
| 2007 | 3 | 8% |
| 2006 | 4 | 8% |
| 2005 | 25 | 11% |
| 2004 | 32 | 7% |
| 2003 | 3 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2017 Volvo XC90
25 complaintsOther or unknown
23 complaintsElectrical system
19 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsForward collision avoidance
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Volvo XC90
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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