Reliability Guide
Common Volvo Problems
Select a model below to discover known faults, common MOT failures, estimated repair costs, and buying tips.
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EX30
2024 – 2025
2 documented issues 1 severe
EX90
2024 – 2025
1 documented issues
S60 (SPA)
2019 – 2024
2 documented issues 1 severe
V60 (Gen 2)
2018 – 2024
2 documented issues 1 severe
XC40
2018 – 2024
3 documented issues
XC60 (Gen 2)
2017 – 2024
4 documented issues 2 severe
XC90 (Gen 2)
2015 – 2024
4 documented issues 3 severe
V40
2012 – 2019
5 documented issues
S60 (P3)
2010 – 2018
3 documented issues 2 severe
V60 (P3)
2010 – 2018
4 documented issues 2 severe
XC60 (Gen 1)
2008 – 2017
4 documented issues
C30
2006 – 2013
3 documented issues 1 severe
S40 (P1)
2004 – 2012
3 documented issues 1 severe
V50
2004 – 2012
3 documented issues 1 severe
XC90 (Gen 1)
2002 – 2014
3 documented issues 1 severe
S60 (P2)
2000 – 2009
3 documented issues 1 severe
V70 (P2)
2000 – 2007
3 documented issues 1 severe
XC70 (P2)
2000 – 2007
3 documented issues 2 severe
S40 (Gen 1)
1996 – 2004
3 documented issues 1 severe
V40 (Gen 1)
1996 – 2004
3 documented issues
Brand-wide Volvo Problem Patterns
ERAD (Electric Rear Axle Drive): Recharge hybrids (XC60/XC90/V60) suffer from rear motor failure due to internal moisture or bearing wear, often costing £5k+ to fix.
VEA Diesel Oil Consumption: 2014-2016 Drive-E diesels can burn excessive oil because of carbon-clogged piston rings, eventually requiring an engine rebuild.
EX30/EX90 Software: Early electric flagship and compact models have faced screen blackouts, charging software errors, and digital key connectivity failures.
Sensus/Google Infotainment: Software instability, frozen screens and connectivity drops are common across the modern SPA/CMA range.
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