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2012 Volvo XC90 Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 0 NHTSA recalls and 3 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.

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This is one of the better years for the Volvo XC90

The 2012 model year shows below-average complaints compared to other years of this model — a good sign for reliability.

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Recommended — 2012 Volvo XC90

The 2012 Volvo XC90 shows low recall and complaint activity. Based on available NHTSA data, this is generally considered a solid model year choice.

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NHTSA Recalls
No known recalls
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Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
0
Crashes + Injuries
In NHTSA complaints

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NHTSA Recalls — 2012 Volvo XC90

No NHTSA recalls found for the 2012 Volvo XC90.

While this is a positive sign, recall status can change. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing.

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Most Common Problems — 2012 Volvo XC90

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.

Steering
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Power Train
1
Electrical System
1
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Volvo XC90 — Complaints by Year

Spike in a year = known problem year. The 2012 model year is highlighted.

2010 12 complaints 2011 19 complaints 2012 3 complaints 2013 11 complaints 2014 4 complaints 2015 0 complaints 2016 0 complaints

✅ Best model years: 2012, 2014, 2015 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2012 Volvo XC90

Is the 2012 Volvo XC90 reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2012 Volvo XC90 has no open recalls and 3 owner complaints. This is generally considered a reliable model year.
How many recalls does the 2012 Volvo XC90 have?
There are currently no NHTSA recalls on file for the 2012 Volvo XC90. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing as recalls can be added at any time.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Volvo XC90?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2012 Volvo XC90 are: Steering, Power Train, Electrical System. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2012 Volvo XC90 safe to buy?
The 2012 Volvo XC90 shows a clean safety record with low complaint activity. It is generally considered safe to buy, though a pre-purchase inspection and independent VIN check are always recommended.
What year Volvo XC90 should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Volvo XC90 are: 2012, 2014, 2015. These show the lowest complaint rates.
Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public API. Data is cached and refreshed every 7 days. Recall and complaint counts reflect data available at the time of last cache update. For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit NHTSA.gov/recalls.