The 2024 S90 is essentially brand-new to market with limited real-world failure data, but shares the SPA platform and Drive-E powertrains with 2017-2023 models that reveal specific weak points: piston ring wear causing oil consumption, coolant integration valve failures, and transmission mount deterioration on the T8 plug-in hybrid variants.
Excessive Oil Consumption / Piston Ring Failure (2.0L Drive-E engines)
Occasional · high severity
Typical onset: 60,000-90,000 mi
Symptoms: Burning 1+ quart per 1,000 miles, Blue smoke on cold starts or hard acceleration, Low oil warning light between changes, Carbon buildup on intake valves (direct injection)
Fix: Full engine rebuild or short block replacement required—piston rings, honing cylinders, sometimes full piston sets. 25-35 labor hours depending on engine variant and whether turbos need removal. Warranty coverage inconsistent after 60k miles.
Estimated cost: $8,000-14,000
Coolant Integration Valve (CIV) Failure
Common · medium severity
Typical onset: 40,000-80,000 mi
Symptoms: Intermittent overheating or cold heater, Check engine light with coolant temperature regulation codes, Coolant leaks near firewall, Rough idle when cold
Fix: Replace electronic coolant control valve (NLA from Volvo at times, aftermarket options emerging). Buried behind intake manifold on some configurations. 3-5 labor hours plus coolant flush.
Estimated cost: $800-1,400
Transmission Mount Degradation (especially T8 AWD)
Common · medium severity
Typical onset: 50,000-90,000 mi
Symptoms: Clunking when shifting from park to drive, Vibration at idle in gear, Excessive driveline movement on acceleration, Transmission 'slap' on deceleration
Fix: Replace transmission mount and often engine mounts simultaneously—the T8's extra torque accelerates wear. 2-4 labor hours depending on access and AWD configuration.
Estimated cost: $600-1,200
Fuel System Carbon Buildup (Direct Injection)
Occasional · low severity
Typical onset: 50,000-100,000 mi
Symptoms: Rough idle and misfires on cold starts, Reduced fuel economy, Hesitation on acceleration, Check engine light with multiple misfire codes
Fix: Walnut blasting intake valves and intake manifold cleaning. Sometimes requires fuel injector replacement if severely clogged. 4-6 labor hours for thorough cleaning.
Estimated cost: $600-1,000
Rear Camera / Parking Sensor Software Glitches
Occasional · low severity
Symptoms: Backup camera freezes or displays 'camera blocked' error when clean, Park assist unavailable warnings, Intermittent radar sensor failures, NHTSA recalls for back-over prevention software
Fix: Software reflash via VIDA or dealer scan tool (covered under recall). If hardware failure, rear camera module or PDC sensors need replacement. 1-2 labor hours for software, 2-3 for hardware.
Estimated cost: $150-800
Air Suspension Compressor Failure (models with Four-C chassis)
Rare · medium severity
Typical onset: 70,000-110,000 mi
Symptoms: Suspension warning light, Sagging rear end after sitting overnight, Compressor runs excessively or not at all, Harsh ride quality
Fix: Replace air suspension compressor and check for air spring leaks. 3-5 labor hours. OEM Volvo part required—aftermarket units fail quickly.
Estimated cost: $2,200-3,500
Owner tips
Check oil level every 500 miles religiously on Drive-E engines—catch consumption early before ring damage becomes catastrophic
Use top-tier fuel exclusively and consider periodic intake cleaning every 30k miles to combat direct-injection carbon
Keep transmission software updated—several TSBs address shift quality and mount stress on T8 models
Pre-purchase inspection should include compression test and oil consumption monitoring—ask for service records showing oil top-offs
Wait 2-3 model years for pattern data on the 2024 refresh, or buy CPO with extended warranty—these are engineering showcases with expensive repair bills when Drive-E engines fail.
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.
Fitment notes: AGM required for start-stop system; battery located in trunk
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Control Modules — 2024 Volvo S90
Every control module on the 2017-2026 Volvo S90 — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
⚠️ Power seat memory and heating/cooling; multiple modules (one per seat).
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Car’s customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE · 25V282000
2025-05-08
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.
Vehicle Info — 2024 Volvo S90
Performance
Horsepower
247hp
Torque
258lb-ft
0–60 mph
6.5sec
Quarter mile
15.1sec
Top speed
130mph
Capability & size
Curb weight
3,900lb
Wiper blades
Sedan body style, no rear wiper. Both blades are same length.
Size-standard part numbers — verify your connector type before buying. Rear blades are model-specific; check the package's vehicle list.
Fuel economy figures are EPA data via fueleconomy.gov (median across matching trims). Performance figures are compiled estimates for the 2024 Volvo S90 2.0L I4 Turbo and can vary by trim.
🔧 Built by master technician Chris Hackleman · Master Technician · 20+ years.