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UK Vehicle Recall Check

Volvo XC90 Recall Check

Check any UK-registered Volvo XC90 for outstanding manufacturer safety recalls in seconds. £1.99 per check, no subscription.

  • · Just enter the UK number plate — no VIN, no account needed
  • · Official DVSA + SMMT data, combined for maximum coverage
  • · Recall description included where available
  • · £1.99 per check · No subscription · Results in seconds

Start your recall check

Enter the vehicle's UK registration to begin.

What our Volvo XC90 recall check covers

Our combined check pulls the DVSA recall database, the SMMT manufacturer feed and the DVLA recall archive going back to 1992, so where a recall exists you get the live outstanding status, the recall description and every past campaign for the same model in one place.

DVSA database

The UK government's official recall register. Confirms whether a recall is outstanding for the vehicle.

SMMT manufacturer feed

Industry data from vehicle manufacturers. Typically includes the recall description, not just a flag.

DVLA recall archive

Every UK recall campaign issued since 1992. Surfaces the historical campaigns for the same make and model alongside the live status.

Search the full DVLA recall archive →

Why check a Volvo XC90 for recalls?

Recall campaigns for the Volvo XC90 can span multiple model years, and because used Volvo vehicles change keeper often, recall letters issued to the original owner don't always reach the current driver. A combined DVSA + SMMT check confirms whether any outstanding safety work is on file against the VIN; if it is, an authorised Volvo dealer will carry out the repair free of charge regardless of age or ownership history.

Notable Volvo XC90 recalls

A non-exhaustive editorial summary of recent UK safety campaigns. Run a check to see whether any of these apply to a specific vehicle.

  1. 2020 · V40, V60, V90, S60, S90, XC60, XC90

    c. 500,000 vehicles globally

    Diesel fuel-filter heater fire-risk recall: in rare cases the heater could short-circuit and cause a fire under the bonnet, requiring a free dealer inspection and replacement.

Volvo XC90 recall history from the DVLA archive

DVLA-recorded safety recalls affecting the Volvo XC90. Showing the most recent 20 matching entries — run a check on a specific registration to confirm whether any recall is outstanding for that vehicle.

DateModelConcern
Dec 2025XC90Front seat belts
Jun 2025XC90BCM2 SW – Safety Notice
Mar 2025XC90SPA1 Cell Modules
Nov 2024XC90BCM2 – Push Road
Mar 2024XC90Seat and Seat Belt Torque
Dec 2023XC90The anchorage bolts for the second-row seat belts and seat belt buckles may not have been correctly secured. In a worst-case scenario this may not provide sufficient protection in the event of a collision.
Jan 2023XC90There may be a potential software error in the brake control module.
Oct 2022XC90A SOFTWARE ERROR MAY PREVENT THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE FROM STARTING THE ENGINE
Oct 2021XC90THRUST BEARING IN TURBO CHARGER MIGHT NOT BE ROBUST ENOUGH
Sept 2021XC90POTENTIALLY INSUFFICIENT OR MISSING WELDING CONNECTION IN THE HYDRAULIC UNIT OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM
Jun 2021XC90THERE IS A RISK THAT THE 15AMP FUSE COULD BLOW WHICH WILL PREVENT THE LOW PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FROM OPERATING
Jan 2021XC90VEHICLES MAY HAVE THE SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT SYSTEM CONTROL UNIT INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED TO THE CAR BODY
Mar 2020XC90SOFTWARE ISSUE MEANS THAT AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKE SYSTEM MAY NOT ENGAGE
Dec 2019XC90POSSIBLE LOSS OF POWER WHILST DRIVING
Oct 2019XC90THE ENGINE'S PLASTIC INLET MANIFOLD MAY MELT AND DEFORM
Apr 2019XC90AN ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM HOSE MAY BREAK
Jan 2019XC90SMALL CRACKS ON THE INSIDE OF A RUBBER FUEL HOSE
Nov 2018XC90POSSIBLE SOFTWARE ISSUE IN THE VEHICLE CONNECTIVITY MODULE (VCM)
Jun 2017XC90REAR PASSENGER SEAT BELT PRE TENSIONER MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION
Mar 2017XC90RETAINING BOLT FOR INFLATABLE CURTAIN MAY BE BROKEN

See all Volvo XC90 recalls in the archive →

What you get

Every Volvo check returns the same structured response. Below are two examples. One with a recall outstanding, and one with a clear record.

Action required

Outstanding recall on this vehicle

1 recall found. Contact the manufacturer or a main dealer to arrange a free repair.

Vehicle

AB21ABC

Volvo XC90

VIN ABCDE123456F78910

Recall details

  • AIRBAG REPLACEMENT

Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)

No recall outstanding

No outstanding recalls for this vehicle

Both the DVSA and SMMT databases were checked. Nothing currently outstanding for this VRM.

Vehicle

CD22XYZ

Volvo XC90

VIN ZYXWV987654U32109

Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)

How it works

  1. 1

    Enter your VRM

    Type the UK registration of the vehicle you want to check.

  2. 2

    Pay £1.99

    Single payment. No subscription, no account needed to start.

  3. 3

    Get instant recall status

    Combined DVSA + SMMT result appears in seconds and is emailed to you.

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Frequently asked questions

How does the RecallClear Volvo XC90 recall check work?+

Enter the vehicle's registration mark (VRM) and pay £1.99. We query the DVSA recall database and the SMMT manufacturer feed in a single request and return the combined result. For most Volvo XC90 vehicles you'll see whether a recall is outstanding, the source database, and (where available) a description of the recall.

What is the difference between DVSA and SMMT recall data?+

DVSA (the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) maintains the UK government's official recall register and flags whether a recall is outstanding. SMMT (the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) aggregates manufacturer-supplied data which often includes the recall description as well as the outstanding flag. Combining both maximises coverage and detail.

How recent is the recall data?+

Both DVSA and SMMT data sources are continually updated as manufacturers report new safety campaigns. Each check returns a timestamp showing when the data was last verified for that vehicle.

What happens if the recall status is "Unknown"?+

Some vehicles aren't currently listed in either database (very new registrations, very old vehicles, grey imports, and certain commercial variants are the usual reasons). When that happens we'll show "Unknown" and direct you to the manufacturer's recall portal so you can confirm directly. A refund is available if you'd like one.

What should I do if a recall is outstanding?+

Contact any authorised franchised dealer for the brand. Manufacturers carry out safety recalls free of charge, regardless of who currently owns the vehicle and regardless of age. You'll typically need the vehicle's VIN; the report includes it where the database returns one.

Do I need an account to run a check?+

No account is needed to start a check. After payment we'll email you a magic link so you can access the report any time, and a shareable link if you want to send the result to a buyer, seller, or dealer.

Other Volvo models we cover

Combined DVSA + SMMT recall data for every UK-registered Volvo.

Prefer to check directly with the manufacturer?

Volvo maintains an official recall lookup tool. Our combined check pulls from DVSA and SMMT to give you broader coverage, but you can also check the manufacturer's portal directly.

Open the official Volvo recall portal →