The following chart shows the Volvo models that have had the most problems reported. Note that a model on the top of the list may simply indicate that it is a popular model rather than a problematic car. For example, over the years, Volvo has sold far more XC90 model cars than the 740 model.
Owners of Volvo cars have reported a total of 11,167 problems across all Volvo models built from 2025 to 2001. The average number of problems per model year in this period, reported across all Volvo models, is 303.8. Cars from Volvo's 2004 model year have the most problems reported (1,327 problems).
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The following chart shows the most common problems reported across all models of Volvo cars. The number one most common problem of Volvo cars is related to the vehicle's electrical system, with 1,616 problems reported. The second most common Volvo car problem is related to the vehicle's engine and engine cooling (1,403 problems).
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