The overall sentiment from owners about the 2025 Volvo S90 is mixed. Owners praise the car for its spacious interior, stylish design, and comfortable ride, often noting how it feels luxurious and great for long drives. However, many owners report issues with technology glitches, such as unreliable GPS and touchscreen problems, as well as annoyances like the auto stop/start feature and poor fuel efficiency. Some owners have also experienced reliability concerns, including leaks and frequent trips for repairs, which have led them to question the car's long-term dependability.
This summary is AI-generated from the text of owner reviews
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The 2025 Volvo S90 has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and 3 recalls.
Recalls
3 recalls found
Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.
If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).
Recall Number:
25V908000
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R10333
Manufactured from:
2022-06-24 to 2024-06-21
Number of vehicles affected:
413151
Defect Description:
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."
Defect Consequence:
A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 16, 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 NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Recall Number:
25V282000
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R10320
Manufactured from:
2021-06-08 to 2025-01-25
Number of vehicles affected:
413151
Defect Description:
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."
Defect Consequence:
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.
Corrective Action:
The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 24, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.
Recall Number:
25V104000
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R10307
Manufactured from:
2024-09-11 to 2024-12-11
Number of vehicles affected:
15
Defect Description:
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2025 S90 vehicles. The windows may be improperly secured and detach.
Defect Consequence:
Windows that detach can create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury. In addition, the front windshield may not properly support a passenger air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will remove and reinstall the windows, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo's customer service at 800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10307.
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good
FAQ
Is the Volvo S90 a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 S90 both on the road and at the track. What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the S90 has 13.5 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Volvo S90. Learn more
What's new in the 2025 Volvo S90?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 Volvo S90:
The Ultimate trim has been renamed Ultra
The T8 Recharge model has been renamed T8 AWD plug-in hybrid
Part of the second S90 generation introduced for 2017
To determine whether the Volvo S90 is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the S90. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the S90's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2025 Volvo S90 a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 Volvo S90 is a good car. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 S90 is a good car for you. Check back soon for the official Edmunds Rating from our expert testing team Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2025 Volvo S90?
The least-expensive 2025 Volvo S90 is the 2025 Volvo S90 T8 Plus 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $65,650.
Other versions include:
T8 Plus 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) which starts at $65,650
T8 Ultra 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) which starts at $71,200
If you're interested in the Volvo S90, the next question is, which S90 model is right for you? S90 variants include T8 Plus 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A), and T8 Ultra 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A). For a full list of S90 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more