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Volvo Xc90 Recharge Safety

NHTSA safety across every Volvo Xc90 Recharge model year we cover.

Across the 1 model year of the Volvo Xc90 Recharge we cover (2024 to 2024), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2024 at 94 on the NHTSA Safety Index. No recalls are on record across those years.

THE MOTORCALIBER REVIEW
MotorCaliber editorial ◆ Reviewed against NHTSA data ◆ 2026-10-01

The Volvo XC90 Recharge is a plug-in hybrid three-row luxury SUV aimed squarely at families who want premium comfort alongside a meaningful commitment to electrification. Positioned at the top of Volvo's lineup, it competes in one of the most demanding segments in the market, where safety expectations are high and the brand's Scandinavian safety heritage carries real weight.

The 2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge distinguishes itself with an NHTSA Safety Index of 94 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band for federal crash performance. This rating is supported by strong crash-test results, including a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in both frontal and side impact evaluations. In the rollover category, the XC90 Recharge achieved a 4 out of 5-star rating. While this score is above average for a three-row SUV, it indicates a fractional risk compared to a 5-star result. A notable aspect of the 2024 XC90 Recharge's safety profile is its recall record: zero recalls have been issued for this model year. This unblemished record suggests a robust design and manufacturing process. Owner complaints stand at 30 across all covered model years. Of these, 3 complaints mention reported crashes, and 1 involves reported injuries. These figures are low relative to the vehicle's complexity and are noted for future monitoring. The available data presents a compelling argument for the 2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge's safety credentials.

WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the XC90 Recharge as one of the most refined and well-rounded luxury plug-in hybrid SUVs available, praising its upscale interior, composed ride quality, and strong suite of driver assistance technology. Most consider it a benchmark in the segment, though some note the transition-era platform relative to newer full-electric Volvo architecture.

WHAT TO KNOW
  • The 2024 XC90 Recharge earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 94 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band, one of the highest designations in the federal rating system.
  • Frontal and side crash-test scores are both a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, reflecting strong structural protection in the most common collision scenarios.
  • The rollover rating comes in at 4 out of 5 stars, a respectable but not top score that reflects the inherent center-of-gravity characteristics of a tall, three-row SUV.
  • The 2024 model year carries zero recalls and only 30 owner complaints on record, including 3 reported crashes and 1 reported injury, all of which are unverified allegations that shoppers should continue to monitor through NHTSA's database.

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