Recall 16V268 affects 30,214 2016 Volvo XC90 SUVs for a sunroof switch defect. Software repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
Volvo is recalling 30,214 2016 XC90 SUVs because the overhead console sunroof switch is not recessed enough to prevent unintentional contact. If the switch is pressed and the sunroof closes, occupants face an increased risk of injury; Volvo dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The overhead console switch in the 2016 Volvo XC90 controls the power-operated panoramic roof panel. In normal use, the switch lets the driver or passenger open or close the sunroof from inside the cabin. The switch design is supposed to reduce accidental contact, especially when the roof panel is open.
On affected XC90 vehicles, the switch is not recessed deeply enough into the overhead console. A hand or object pressing near the switch can actuate it without the person intending to close the roof. When that happens during certain roof operation cycles, the panoramic roof panel can fully close. Volvo's repair changes the sunroof software so the roof operation meets the required safety behavior.
Owners would not receive a warning sign before this condition occurs. There is no warning sign before failure, because the issue is the switch design and software response rather than a part that gradually wears out.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Volvo XC90 | visibility component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 30,214 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2016 Volvo XC90 is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An unintended press of the sunroof switch can close the panel and increase the risk of occupant injury. Treat the switch area carefully until the software upgrade is complete, especially with passengers near the sunroof opening. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Volvo XC90 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the free sunroof software update that disables the auto-close function.
- Reference recall number 16V268 and Volvo recall R89702 when you call.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and ask the dealer how long the software update takes.
- Avoid using the overhead sunroof switch until the software update is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volvo technician performs a software upgrade for the sunroof system. The update disables the auto-close function so the overhead console switch does not close the sunroof unintentionally. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Volvo has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid out of pocket for a related repair before the recall work. Ask Volvo customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit documented expenses under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 3, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| May 4, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
| May 10, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 20, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 24, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V268?
Recall 16V268 covers 30,214 2016 Volvo XC90 vehicles with a sunroof switch on the overhead console that is not recessed enough to prevent an accidental press. If the switch is pressed, the sunroof panel can close and increase the risk of occupant injury. Volvo dealers disable the auto-close function for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Volvo XC90 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific XC90 is included in recall 16V268. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the software upgrade that disables the sunroof auto-close function. Reference Volvo recall R89702 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Volvo's remedy is a free software upgrade at a franchised Volvo dealer. The upgrade disables the sunroof auto-close function tied to recall 16V268.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is occupant injury if the overhead sunroof switch is pressed by accident and the sunroof panel closes. Volvo's repair disables the auto-close function, so the dealer fix directly addresses the switch condition described in recall 16V268.
What if I bought my Volvo XC90 used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor recall repairs regardless of ownership history. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2016 XC90 is included, then call a franchised Volvo dealer and reference recall 16V268 or Volvo recall R89702.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V268000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 1-800-458-1552 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V268 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V268000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →