NHTSA has 11 owner complaints on file for the 2013 Volvo XC90[1]. One of them mentions a fire and none mention a crash[1].
Most reported problems
Here are the complaint groups owners picked most often, biggest first.
- Air Bags. 3 complaints[3]. Owners describe warning lights for the air bag system, and one story says a dealer found a faulty passenger seat sensor.
- Engine. 2 complaints[4]. In the stories we read, the engine stalled on the highway, and one of them also mentions smoke coming from the engine. One of these ended with the car burning.
- Electrical System. 2 complaints[5]. Owners describe an anti-skid warning that comes and goes, sometimes along with dash lights, blinkers and the fuel door acting up.
- Structure. 2 complaints[6]. One story describes a driver's door that came open while the car was moving, even though it was closed and locked.
- Other groups. Unknown or other[7], wheels[8], electronic stability control[9] and fuel system[10] each have 1 complaint.
Recalls
NHTSA's records show 0 recalls for the 2013 XC90[11].
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
Safety ratings
Engine and size
These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.
| Version | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC90 4DR SUV AWD 3.2/R-DESIGN/PREMIER/PLATINU[15] | 189 in | 75 in | 70 in | 113 in | 4,762 lb |
How 2013 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 93 | 5 |
| 2004 | 462 | 6 |
| 2005 | 223 | 6 |
| 2006 | 53 | 3 |
| 2007 | 38 | 2 |
| 2008 | 29 | 3 |
| 2009 | 7 | 1 |
| 2010 | 12 | 3 |
| 2011 | 19 | 1 |
| 2012 | 3 | 0 |
| 2013 | 11 | 0 |
| 2014 | 4 | 0 |
| 2016 | 198 | 8 |
| 2017 | 81 | 7 |
| 2018 | 51 | 3 |
| 2019 | 42 | 6 |
| 2020 | 34 | 9 |
| 2021 | 42 | 7 |
| 2022 | 30 | 5 |
| 2023 | 41 | 7 |
| 2024 | 36 | 4 |
| 2025 | 29 | 3 |
| 2026 | 8 | 1 |
NHTSA's counts for the XC90 show 11 complaints and 0 recalls for 2013[11]. Among the 24 model years listed, 5 have fewer complaints than 2013 and 18 have more[11]. The fewest complaints are for 2027 (0) and the most are for 2004 (462)[11]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2013 XC90?
The 2013 XC90 has a small pile of complaints on file[1]. The air bag group is the largest, followed by engine, electrical and structure[3][4][5][6]. The engine stories deserve attention because they describe stalling and a fire[4]. These are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales[1]. Check the recalls section on this page and have a trusted mechanic look over any used example before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems on the 2013 Volvo XC90?
- Air bag complaints lead the list, then engine, electrical and structure[3][4][5][6].
- Is the 2013 Volvo XC90 reliable?
- NHTSA has 11 owner complaints on file, which is a small number[1]. Owners report them without verification, so read them as hints and not as proof.
- Does the 2013 Volvo XC90 have recalls?
- The by-year fact shows the recall count for this model year[11]. Details are listed in the Recalls section on this page.
- What gas mileage does the 2013 Volvo XC90 get?
- See the fuel economy section on this page for the EPA figures.
- Which Volvo XC90 year is best?
- See the by-year comparison on this page. It lines up complaints and recalls for each year[11].
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 11 owner complaints on file for the 2013 Volvo XC90 (0 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 0 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA rating for XC90 FWD, 3.2L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 16 city / 23 highway / 19 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 3 complaints name the air bags component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the structure component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the wheels component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the electronic stability control (esc) component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Volvo XC90 model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for XC90 AWD, 3.2L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 16 city / 22 highway / 18 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 17.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV FWD: rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 19.1%. NHTSA vehicle records
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, XC90 4DR SUV AWD 3.2/R-DESIGN/PREMIER/PLATINU: length 189 in, width 75 in, height 70 in, wheelbase 113 in, curb weight 4,762 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov