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NHTSA crash test of the 2025 Volvo Ex90

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2025 Volvo Ex90

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

3Recalls
59Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE VOLVO EX90

The Volvo EX90 is a three-row electric SUV competing in the premium large-SUV segment, aimed squarely at family buyers who want maximum passenger space alongside Volvo's signature commitment to safety. As Volvo's flagship EV, the EX90 carries the brand's long safety heritage into fully electric territory, making it a natural subject for rigorous scrutiny from safety-conscious shoppers.

VERDICT

The 2025 Volvo Ex90 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 92 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. It has 3 recalls on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the EX90 as a sophisticated, technology-forward flagship that sets a high benchmark for the premium electric SUV segment. Most praise its interior refinement and driver-assistance technology, while noting that first-year software complexity warrants attention. Overall sentiment is strongly positive, with the EX90 viewed as a credible and compelling choice in its class.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 10.9%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20203

Index breakdown

Crash protection66/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record16.25/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT25V654000

Risk: A tailgate that suddenly drops can hit a person, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to use the POT function until the repair is completed. Dealers will replace both POT drive units. Owner letters were mailed November 24, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10342. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 7, 2025.

Reported 2025-09-30

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES25V071000

Risk: A loss of headlight function while driving can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: The LPC software will be updated manually, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10298.

Reported 2025-02-07

SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS24V869000

Risk: An improperly tightened seat may not adequately restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10292.

Reported 2024-11-19

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

59 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

1reported crash
0reported fire
1reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 27Unknown Or Other 13Fuel/Propulsion System 10Lane Departure 9Power Train 8Vehicle Speed Control 7

Rivals in SUV (2025)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 20203), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Volvo Ex90 2025. Class rank 46 of 153 in SUV 2025. Methodology · Disclosure