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2020 Volvo

S90 AWD PHEV

Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo, Sup Charg

Volvo S90: best and worst years
2020 Volvo S90 AWD PHEV (photo 1 of 2)
2020 photoLau Chung Frederick EdwardCC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
Premium and ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Power to weight
0.078 hp/lb

Efficiency

Smog score
7/10
Range per hour (240V)
163 mi/hr
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 1D (5,001 to 6,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Recalls
3
Owner complaints
3 See on NHTSA

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup camera
    Standard

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise controlPart of Pilot Assist.
    Standard
  • Blind-spot monitor
    Standard
  • Lane-keeping assist
    Standard

Convenience

  • Push-button start
    Standard

Exterior

  • Adaptive headlights
    Standard

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE40%
  • SERVICE BRAKES20%
  • SUSPENSION20%
  • WHEELS20%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 5 total.

Volvo S90: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA record NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • DP22005opened Jan 27, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM

    Pedestrian alert sounds

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

205 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 23, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHER33031.6.0

    This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 1 .jpg attachment - If remote control key is not detected by the car and shows message in DIM "Car key not found" or if functions such as lock/unlock are not working, please follow advice for detecting key

  • May 7, 2026POWER TRAIN36496.10.0

    This is a Technical Journal: Intermittent knocking noise during acceleration. If the sound corresponds to attached sound file, change front drive shafts to the below part numbers.

  • May 7, 2026EXTERIOR LIGHTING34521.11.1

    This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp

  • Apr 23, 2026ENGINE35526.1.8

    This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 2 PDFs and 1 .PNG Oil Consumption test. Perform the test. Follow service procedure
 Description and Service sections updated to clarify that vehicle reports are not required.

  • Apr 7, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHER37809.1.1

    This is a TJ text only - The purpose of this TJ is to be a master reference list to easily identify any components that are on prior approval. This TJ will be regularily updated as items are added or removed from prior approval.
 Current items under prior approval are listed in the "Service" section

  • Jan 13, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHER35842

    This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 1 jpg and 1 mp4 file -- If there is a strange chafing or creaking noise when turning the steering wheel, follow the advice under Service.

  • Jan 6, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERTJ 34498

    This is a Technical Journal: Text plus TJI-516730-1_1_0 Headliner, squeak/rattle noise If a squeaking noise can be heard from the headlining around the sun roof, see instructions under Service referring to TJI-516730-1_1_0

  • Dec 19, 2025STRUCTURE:BODY36902

    This is a TJ - Text plus 2 jpeg files and 1 mp4 file - If customer complains of the hood being hard to close or "Open Hood" DIM message, please follow advice under "service". And before replacing any parts, follow the 3 steps in the instructions.

  • and 197 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
2 yr / 20k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.volvocars.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.