NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2020 Volvo Xc90 T8 Safety Ratings
The 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8 scores 93 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 28 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2020 Volvo XC90 T8 earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 93/100, placing it in the Exceptional band. A strong safety profile emerges for this model year, supported by a clean recall record and a full complement of standard crash-avoidance technology. NHTSA crash-test scores are near-perfect.
The 2020 Volvo XC90 T8 SUV AWD holds a 5-out-of-5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 93/100, derived entirely from NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 107 SUVs from 2020 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8 ranks 6 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 93 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 15.9% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 28 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 6 of 107 SUVs tested for 2020 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8?
The 2020 Volvo XC90 T8 represents a measurable step forward from its immediate predecessor. The NHTSA Safety Index climbed three points, from 90/100 in the 2019 model year to 93/100 here, while remaining in the Exceptional band throughout. That gain is driven by a defect-record sub-score of 17/20, which reflects the complete absence of any recall campaign for this model year - a meaningful distinction in a segment where multi-campaign recall histories are common. The crash-protection sub-score of 66/70 anchors the index, supported by NHTSA five-star ratings across overall, frontal, and side categories. The rollover sub-score is the only area of relative softness, landing at 4 out of 5 stars with a 16 percent rollover risk figure - typical for a tall SUV of this class. All three crash-avoidance technologies tracked by NHTSA, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, are standard equipment, contributing a full 10/10 to the avoidance-tech sub-score. The 28 filed complaints, while worth monitoring, include no fatalities and no injuries in the reported allegations.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8 perform in crash tests?
The 2020 Volvo XC90 T8 achieved a 5 out of 5 star overall safety rating from NHTSA. This top mark reflects perfect 5-star scores in both frontal and side impact crash tests. The vehicle's rollover rating was 4 out of 5 stars, with a calculated rollover risk of 16 percent. Dynamic tip testing for the XC90 T8 concluded with a No Tip result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14310
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8 have any recalls?
The 2020 Volvo XC90 T8 carries zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, and no park-outside or do-not-drive advisory applies to this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check before purchase, as recall databases are updated continuously.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8?
NHTSA has logged 28 unverified owner complaints for the 2020 XC90 T8. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System (7 reports), Unknown Or Other (6), and the Engine (5). Two complaints allege a crash event and two allege a fire. All are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
28 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8?
Because this is a 6-year-old vehicle on the used market, run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup before purchase. The 2020 XC90 T8 currently shows zero open recalls, but confirm that status at the time of sale, as entries can be added after this analysis was compiled.
- The 2020 XC90 T8 is the only model year in the immediate XC90 lineage to carry zero NHTSA recall campaigns while also achieving a 93/100 Safety Index, a three-point improvement over the 2019 edition.
- NHTSA's rollover rating for this specific model year is 4 out of 5 stars with a 16 percent rollover risk and a No Tip result on dynamic testing - the sole area where the vehicle falls short of a perfect crash-test sweep.
- All 28 consumer complaints on file are unverified allegations; the electrical system leads with 7 reports, and two separate complaints allege a fire event, making it worthwhile to review those specific NHTSA complaint narratives before buying.
- Forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control are all standard on this model year, earning the maximum 10/10 crash-avoidance sub-score in the NHTSA Safety Index.
RANKINGSWhere the 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8 places
The 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2020 Volvo Xc90 T8 safety questions
Was the 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 93 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8 earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 15.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8 as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 28 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Volvo Xc90 T8. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Xc90 T8 years
Rivals in SUV (2020)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Infiniti Qx50 | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2020 Mazda CX-3 | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2020 Mazda CX-30 | 93/100 | 5 of 5 | 3 |
| 2020 Volvo Xc90 T5 | 93/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2020 Volvo Xc90 T6 | 93/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2020 Cadillac XT6 | 92/100 | 5 of 5 | 4 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14310), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Volvo Xc90 T8 2020.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 6 of 107 in the SUV class for 2020.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.