2017 Volvo V90 Safety Report

The 2017 Volvo V90 exhibits a remarkably clean safety record based on available NHTSA data, with only 2 total complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths reported. This suggests a very low incidence of safety-related issues. The vehicle has not undergone NHTSA crash testing, so specific performance metrics for frontal, side, and rollover impacts are unavailable. However, the low complaint volume is a positive indicator. The two reported complaints are distinct: one concerning 'AIR BAGS' due to a peeling leather dash panel potentially interfering with airbag deployment, and another regarding 'EXTERIOR LIGHTING' due to condensation in rear lights causing malfunction. While these are isolated incidents, the airbag concern, if widespread, could be significant. The vehicle has been subject to one recall, affecting the 'ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE'. This recall addresses a software issue in the Vehicle Connectivity Module that could prevent GPS location from being provided to emergency personnel, potentially inhibiting emergency response in a crash or injury scenario. This recall is critical for post-crash safety. Overall, the 2017 Volvo V90 appears to have a strong safety profile, primarily due to the extremely low number of reported complaints. The single recall, while important, is software-related and not indicative of a fundamental structural or mechanical flaw. The lack of crash test data means its performance in specific impact scenarios is unquantified by NHTSA, but the absence of crash-related complaints is reassuring.

Our recommendation: Given the exceptionally low number of NHTSA complaints and only one software-related recall, the 2017 Volvo V90 appears to be a highly reliable and safe vehicle; ensure any outstanding recalls have been addressed.