2023 Volvo XC90 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 24%of 41 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 75,656miles
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the electrical system of the 2023 Volvo XC90, 24% of the 41 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 75,656 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“While the vehicle was parked, the trunk opened and the alarm sounded. Using the buttons on the trunk, I shut the trunk and locked the car. A few moments later, the trunk opened and the alarm sounded again. This continued for 40 minutes. Today, if I place a battery in the main black key fob, the trunk will open with the car running. I have an appointment next week at the dealer, however, most correspondence with Volvo has been by phone during the time it occurred. Both key fobs are not recognized by the vehicle unless specifically placed in a vertical direction in the cup holder. …”
NHTSA complaint #11714120, filed 2026-01“On the morning of January 12, 2026, I attempted to unplug my 2023 Volvo XC90 Recharge (plug-in hybrid) from my home charging station in order to drive to an appointment. I had turned on the climate control remotely from the Volvo app while inside the house. When I went to unplug the vehicle, the charging connector was locked in the vehicle’s charging port and could not be removed. I contacted Volvo customer service, who instructed me to try several troubleshooting steps, including locking and unlocking the vehicle multiple times with the key fob and resetting the infotainment system. …”
NHTSA complaint #11710393, filed 2026-01“The contact owns a 2023 Volvo XC90. The contact stated that while driving to the residence, the air bag warning light, malfunction light, driver’s side turn signal, parking light, and daytime running light illuminated. The contact stated that the instrument cluster went blank. The contact stated that for approximately five to ten minutes, the scene was visible. The contact called the independent mechanic regarding the missing air bag, but there was no resolution. …”
NHTSA complaint #11680199, filed 2025-08, 39,397 miles“Constant malfunction of Infortainment center. Turn indicators do not always work. Lately braking error messages. Volvo said it needs software updates. That has been done multiple times. This time it lasted several days and was completely black. You cannot see any information. No radio, no Bluetooth, no GPS, no data on car systems. Car has had problems for almost 2 years and excuse is always the software.”
NHTSA complaint #11634462, filed 2025-01“The Emergency Flashers on occasion and randomly malfunctions with the red triangle button flashing but the green arrows intermittently blink on the dash screen and the ticking sound also intermittently working. I have a video clip of the issue but can’t upload on this webpage.”
NHTSA complaint #11664156, filed 2025-06Related recalls
- 23V188000Mar 22, 2023Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles. A diagnostic trouble code (DTC) may be falsely…Covers: Volvo XC90 2023, C40BEV 2023, XC60 2023 +3 more
Related service bulletins
- 10254406May 2, 2024This is a Technical Journal: Check Engine Light in DIM (BCM2 P25A268 / U003700). Download software.
- 10254398Apr 23, 2024This is a Technical Journal: Call button in the OHC might not be lit. Perform a total upgrade according to TJ 31543.
- 10253790Apr 18, 2024This is a Technical Journal: MY23+, ICUP - scratchy sound on Premium Sound Audio; AUD faults. Replace the AUD unit.
- 10253775Apr 17, 2024This 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
- 10252722Mar 14, 2024This is a Technical Journal: SPA/CMA - 12V Battery Testing / Maintenance Guide. After capturing a NEW VIDA readout, conduct the steps in VIDA.
- 10252682Feb 29, 2024This is a Technical Journal: SPA/CMA - 12V Battery Testing / Maintenance Guide. After capturing a NEW VIDA readout, conduct the steps in VIDA.
- 10252681Feb 29, 2024This is a Technical Journal: 12V Critical Charge Message w/ MVBM-B166094 MVBM-B165F94 DTC's set. Do not replace the MVBM. Delete the DTC´s and perform a SW update. A new SW fix…
- 10253000Feb 21, 2024This is a Technical Journal: Oxygen Sensor DTCs. Perform a Total Upgrade of the vehicle software.
- 10251606Feb 21, 2024This is a Technical Journal: SPA/CMA - 12V Battery Testing / Maintenance Guide. After capturing a NEW VIDA readout, conduct the steps in VIDA.
- 10251147Feb 21, 2024This is a Technical Journal: VIDA Main battery diagnostic - Prompted to charge battery a second time. Use had held tester.
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 24% |
| 2024 | 17 | 46% |
| 2023 | 10 | 24% |
| 2022 | 14 | 45% |
| 2021 | 13 | 33% |
| 2020 | 11 | 32% |
| 2019 | 11 | 26% |
| 2018 | 15 | 29% |
| 2017 | 19 | 23% |
| 2016 | 56 | 28% |
| 2013 | 2 | 18% |
| 2011 | 5 | 26% |
| 2009 | 3 | 43% |
| 2008 | 8 | 28% |
| 2007 | 14 | 37% |
| 2006 | 16 | 30% |
| 2005 | 51 | 23% |
| 2004 | 158 | 34% |
| 2003 | 18 | 19% |
Other parts of the 2023 Volvo XC90
13 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsForward collision avoidance
6 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsLane departure
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2023 Volvo XC90
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology