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2007 Volvo XC90 V8 AWD

The 2007 Volvo XC90 V8 AWD is a 311-hp 4.4-liter V8 with a 6-speed geartronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $46,425 MSRP and is rated at 15 mpg combined.

It makes 311 horsepower at 5,850 rpm and 325 lb-ft of torque at 3900 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 13 mpg city and 19 mpg highway (15 mpg combined).

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$46,425 ($72,784 *)
MSRP with Destination$47,120 ($73,874 *)
Destination Charge$695
Engine
Engine Type4.4-liter 32-valve V8, CVVT
Displacement4.4 L
Horsepower311 hp @ 5,850 rpm
Torque325 lb-ft @ 3900 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAWD
Transmission
Transmission6-speed Geartronic automatic
Fuel Economy
City13 MPG
Highway19 MPG
Combined15 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase112.6 in
Front Track64.3 in
Rear Track63.9 in
Ground Clearance8.6 in
Cargo Volume93.2 ft³
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (17.9 % risk)
Tested variant: 2007 Volvo XC90 4-DR. w/SAB

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Volvo XC90. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Nov 8, 2010 · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.

Consequence: AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.

Remedy: VOLVO ADVISES OWNERS TO PLEASE STOP USING THE GARMIN PORTABLE GPS DEVICE IMMEDIATELY, AND VISIT THE GARMIN WEBSITE TO DETERMINE IF THEIR UNIT IS AFFECTED. THE UNIT'S BATTERY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW BATTERY AND A SPACER WILL BE INSERTED ON TOP OF THE BATTERY NEXT TO THE PCB. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN AT 866-957-1981 OR VISIT GARMIN'S WEBSITE AT WWW.GARMIN.COM/NUVIBATTERYPCBRECALL.

NHTSA campaign 10V566000

Dec 12, 2007 · VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THE CLIMATE CONTROL MODULE (CCM) MAY RECEIVE A 'SHUT-DOWN SIGNAL' FROM THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) AFTER IGNITION KEY INSERTION. IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, THE CLIMATE CONTROL FUNCTIONS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE (INCLUDING THE DEFROSTER) DURING THAT DRIVING CYCLE.

Consequence: INOPERATIVE DEFROSTERS UNDER INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS COULD CAUSE IMPAIRED VISIBILITY WHICH HAS THE POTENTIAL TO RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR VEHICLE AND PROPERTY DAMAGE.

Remedy: THE ECM SOFTWARE WILL BE UPGRADED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 28, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.

NHTSA campaign 07V563000

38 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2007 Volvo XC90

Owner Complaints

38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Volvo XC90 (5 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System14
Power Train5
Engine4
Service Brakes4
Steering4
Unknown Or Other4
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Feb 2, 2026 · Electrical System, Unknown Or Other, Visibility/Wiper Fire
“While driving the vehicle under normal conditions, a sudden electrical fire occurred, requiring immediate evacuation. The vehicle was pulled over safely and the driver exited before the fire…”
Dec 29, 2023 · Air Bags
“The contact owns a 2007 Volvo XC90. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated on the instrument cluster. The local dealer was contacted, and it was diagnosed that the failure…”
Nov 27, 2023 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“I am writing to bring to your attention a concerning matter regarding my recently acquired 2007 Volvo XC90. Upon refueling the vehicle to a level exceeding half the tank capacity, there is a…”
Sep 2, 2023 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“Drivers side fuel tank sending unit print or sending unit top leaking fuel, a check engine light appeared and almost instantly started smelling like gas. The check engine said small evap leak. This is…”
Dec 13, 2022 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“IF THE CONDITION OCCURS VEHICLE OWNERS MAY NOTICE FUEL SMELL AND/OR FUEL LEAK WHICH, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE. This Recall Was Done for a 2004 Volvo xc90 . I am…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2007 VOLVO XC90. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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