NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2021 Volvo Xc90 T6
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Volvo XC90 T6 is a three-row luxury SUV competing in one of the most hotly contested segments in the American market. Built around Volvo's long-standing safety-first identity, the XC90 targets affluent families who want premium refinement without compromising protection. The T6 designation signals the supercharged and turbocharged four-cylinder powertrain, blending performance with Volvo's signature Scandinavian restraint.
The 2021 Volvo Xc90 T6 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 93 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. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the XC90 as one of the benchmark luxury SUVs in its class, praising its sophisticated cabin, driver-assistance technology, and brand commitment to occupant safety. Most acknowledge that the T6 powertrain delivers adequate performance while keeping the focus on composed, family-oriented driving. A common observation is that the XC90 prioritizes refinement and safety over outright sportiness.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 15731
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
17 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.