Is the 2017 Volvo XC90 a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B-6.5/10
If you value luxury and safety, the XC90 offers a compelling package, but watch out for potential costly repairs as it ages.
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Pros
- Luxurious interior with high-quality materials
- Excellent safety features
- Spacious third-row seating
Cons
- Complex infotainment system can be frustrating
- Air suspension system is expensive to repair
- Higher maintenance costs compared to some rivals
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
20 mpg
Maintenance cost
$2,500/yr
Expected lifespan
200,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Infotainment system malfunctions
- Transmission issues
- Air suspension system problems
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (7)
The 2017 Volvo Xc90 has 7 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Seat Belts — Critical Fasteners (campaign 23V827000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Seat Belts — Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 XC90 vehicles. The Micro Gas Generator (MGG), a subcomponent part used within the right hand side seat belt retractor for the third row seats, may detach after the sea…
- Air Bags — Side/Window — Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 XC90, S90, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The bolts that secure the Inflatable Curtain (IC) air bags in place may break, possibly resulting in the IC air bag deployin…
- Seat Belts — Front — Buckle Assembly — Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles manufactured February 16, 2015, to August 22, 2016. On th…
- Seat Belts — Critical Fasteners — Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2015-2024 XC90 vehicles. The second-row seat belt buckle and lower belt anchor bolts may not be tightened properly.…
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Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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