The 2024 Volvo EX90 is a brand-new electric SUV platform with virtually zero real-world failure data yet. What we're seeing in early deliveries are software bugs, charging issues, and quality-control problems typical of first-year production — not mechanical failures.
Software Glitches and Infotainment Freezing
Common · medium severitySymptoms: Infotainment screen freezes or reboots randomly, Driver assist features temporarily unavailable warnings, Charging session won't initiate via touchscreen, Climate control unresponsive
Fix: Over-the-air updates solve most issues. Dealers reflash modules if OTA fails, typically 1-2 hours diagnostic time. Rarely requires hardware replacement.
Estimated cost: $0-300
DC Fast Charging Session Failures
Occasional · high severitySymptoms: Charging stops prematurely at public DC fast chargers, Vehicle won't handshake with charger, Thermal management fault messages during charging, Charging rate significantly lower than advertised
Fix: Often network/charger compatibility issues, but genuine vehicle-side faults involve high-voltage contactors or charge port communication modules. Diagnosis 2-3 hours, module replacement 3-5 hours at dealer only due to HV certification requirements.
Estimated cost: $800-2,500
12V Battery Drain and No-Start Conditions
Occasional · medium severitySymptoms: Vehicle won't wake from sleep mode, Frunk won't open, doors won't unlock, Complete electrical failure after sitting 3-5 days, Low 12V battery warnings
Fix: EVs rely on small 12V batteries that get worked hard by always-on systems. Early EX90s seem prone to parasitic draw. Replace battery (0.5 hours) and update battery management software. Some cases need DC-DC converter module replacement (3-4 hours).
Estimated cost: $300-1,800
Lidar and Camera Calibration Issues
Occasional · medium severitySymptoms: Pilot Assist unavailable after windshield replacement, Constant 'camera blocked' warnings when clean, Collision avoidance system false alerts or non-functional, Vehicle requires frequent recalibration
Fix: The roof-mounted lidar and multi-camera ADAS suite is sensitive. Any body or glass work requires dealer recalibration with proprietary tools, typically 2-4 hours. Faulty camera modules need replacement (1-2 hours each) but parts are expensive and backordered.
Estimated cost: $500-3,000
Air Suspension Compressor Faults
Rare · medium severitySymptoms: Vehicle sitting lower than normal on one corner, Suspension fault warnings, Compressor running constantly, Ride height won't adjust
Fix: Too early for widespread air suspension failures, but Volvo's history with air springs suggests future issues. Compressor replacement 3-4 hours, air spring replacement 2-3 hours per corner. Leaks in lines or height sensors also occur.
Estimated cost: $1,200-2,800
Too new to recommend used — wait 2-3 years for real-world durability data and let early adopters find the bugs; first-model-year EVs are always risky.
AI-assisted summary drawn from NHTSA recall data, our labor-times database, and platform knowledge. Not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on a specific vehicle.