2017 Volvo XC90
Common problems & what to know before you buy
Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2017 Volvo XC90.
Recalls on the 2017 Volvo XC90
Electrical system: software
Liquid or condensation on the rear seat control display may cause the front passenger seat to move back as far as possible.
Electrical system: software
The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have an error causing the Telematics and Driver Support Systems to…
Equipment: air conditioner
In the affected vehicles, the drain hose for the air conditioning may leak into the passenger compartment due to a drain hose installation…
4 more in the guide, with whether each one was done on the car you're looking at.
Source: NHTSA
2017 Volvo XC90 at a glance
- Trims
- T5 InscriptionT5 MomentumT5 R-DesignT6 InscriptionT6 MomentumT6 R-DesignT8 InscriptionT8 Momentum
- Engine
- 2.0L 4-Cylinder Turbo, 2.0L 4-Cylinder Turbo Plug-In Hybrid
- Transmission
- Automatic 8-spd
- Drivetrain
- FWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
- Body style
- SUV
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Frequently asked questions
What are the common problems with the 2017 Volvo XC90?
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 2017 Volvo XC90. There are 7 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.
Is the 2017 Volvo XC90 reliable?
Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 7 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.
Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2017 Volvo XC90?
Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2017 Volvo XC90 listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.
Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.