Common Problems with the
2023–2024 Volvo XC90 (Gen 2)

We've identified 2 known issues that can affect the 2023–2024 Volvo XC90 (Gen 2). 2 of these are serious faults that could be expensive to repair.

Known Issues

Serious

Moderate

Minor

The 2023–2024 period has 1 more issue than the Volvo XC90 (Gen 2) average across all year periods.

All Known Issues

Sunroof drain blockages and water ingress

SeriousBodywork & Rust

The sunroof drains can block with debris, leading to water entering the cabin, often soaking the footwells and potentially damaging the central fuse box (CEM).

Most affected: Models with Panoramic sunroof

Estimated cost: £200–£2,500Affects: 2015–2024Often appears around: Age-related rather than mileage-related

Typical symptoms

•Damp carpets (especially front)
•Musty smell
•Intermittent electrical faults or "Christmas tree" dash lights

What to inspect before you buy

✓Feel for dampness in the front footwells
✓Check for water marks on the headlining
✓Ask if the sunroof drains have been regularly cleared

Air suspension leaks or compressor wear

SeriousSuspension & Chassis

Optional air suspension brings the usual luxury-SUV risk of leaking bags and tired compressors.

Most affected: Cars with Four-C suspension / air suspension

Estimated cost: £600–£1,500Affects: 2015–2024Often appears around: 50k-100k miles

Typical symptoms

•Car sits low after parking
•Compressor runs often
•Harsh or floaty ride

What to inspect before you buy

✓Overnight stance
✓Height adjustment speed
✓Recent air-suspension invoices

Buying Tips for the 2023 Volvo XC90 (Gen 2)

✓Early cars need proof of repeated software updates because many glitches were calibration-related rather than purely hardware failures
✓On T8 models, listen for rear-axle whine and check the hybrid system has no stored AWD or propulsion warnings
✓Air suspension should raise and lower quickly and stay level overnight
✓This is a heavy car, so suspension knocks and warped front brakes are common if it has spent time in town

2020–2022 Volvo XC90 (Gen 2)