2007 VOLVO XC90
2 recalls, 59 complaints - 320 TSBs
10V566000 Nov 8, 2010
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Defect Description
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 B... Read more
07V563000 Dec 12, 2007
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Defect Description
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) D... Read more
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.
Complaint Statistics
59 total complaints
9 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 12 |
| STEERING | 5 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 |
| ENGINE | 4 |
| POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 3 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| WHEELS | 2 |
STEERING
Feb 2, 2026
Incident date: Feb 1, 2026
Anytime I turn the steering wheel to the left, there is a really loud clanking noise coming from the front left tire. It gets really loud when the car is cold, and only slightly improve when the car is warmed up. I worry that there is a problem with the axle that can be a safety issue. While I am ju... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Feb 2, 2026
Incident date: Feb 1, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the low engine oil pressure warning light illuminated while depressing the brake pedal. A dealer was contacted and informed to add oil as needed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagn... Read more
VISIBILITY
Feb 2, 2026
Incident date: Feb 1, 2026
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that a hybrid system warning alert was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the windshield wiring system had failed and that the windshield needed to be replaced. The vehi... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 29, 2023
Incident date: Dec 1, 2022
The contact's partner owns a 2014 Buick Enclave. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Nov 27, 2023
Incident date: Nov 24, 2023
The contact owns a 2023 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that while reversing from the garage, the rear-view on the camera screen was working as designed; however, the camera screen turned dark in the daylight. While continuing to reverse down the driveway, the screen corrected independently. There ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 2, 2023
Incident date: Sep 1, 2023
The engine under caver
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 13, 2022
Incident date: Dec 1, 2022
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 currently Experiencing the same problem with my 2007 volvo Xc90 AWD. Every time, I fill up to 1/2 a t... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 23, 2019
Incident date: May 3, 2019
THE ISSUE FIRST STARTED ON MA 3RD, 2019. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY ON MY WAY TO THE BEACH. THE ROAD WAS A LITTLE BUMPY AND THEN ALL OF THE SUDDEN MY CAR LOST ALL POWER AND SHUT ITSELF OFF. IT THROUGH 3 CODES, 1. IMMOBILIZER, 2. ENGINE CONTROL MODULE AND 3. CLIMATE CONTROL MODULE. I WAS ABLE TO ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 23, 2019
Incident date: May 3, 2019
THE ISSUE FIRST STARTED ON MA 3RD, 2019. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY ON MY WAY TO THE BEACH. THE ROAD WAS A LITTLE BUMPY AND THEN ALL OF THE SUDDEN MY CAR LOST ALL POWER AND SHUT ITSELF OFF. IT THROUGH 3 CODES, 1. IMMOBILIZER, 2. ENGINE CONTROL MODULE AND 3. CLIMATE CONTROL MODULE. I WAS ABLE TO ... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Oct 23, 2019
Incident date: May 3, 2019
THE ISSUE FIRST STARTED ON MA 3RD, 2019. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY ON MY WAY TO THE BEACH. THE ROAD WAS A LITTLE BUMPY AND THEN ALL OF THE SUDDEN MY CAR LOST ALL POWER AND SHUT ITSELF OFF. IT THROUGH 3 CODES, 1. IMMOBILIZER, 2. ENGINE CONTROL MODULE AND 3. CLIMATE CONTROL MODULE. I WAS ABLE TO ... Read more
STEERING
Apr 7, 2019
Incident date: Feb 6, 2019
ON OR ABOUT FEBRUARY 06, 2019, OUR 2007 VOLVO XC-90 EXPERIENCED A STEERING LOCK FAILURE. THAT IS THE LOCK COULD NOT ADVANCE TO THE START POSITION AND CONSEQUENTLY LOCKED THE KEY IN THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE LOCK WOULD NOT ADVANCE. CONSEQUENTLY PERFORMED THE FOLLOWING: A) CONSULTED VOLVO OWNER'S... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 7, 2019
Incident date: Feb 6, 2019
ON OR ABOUT FEBRUARY 06, 2019, OUR 2007 VOLVO XC-90 EXPERIENCED A STEERING LOCK FAILURE. THAT IS THE LOCK COULD NOT ADVANCE TO THE START POSITION AND CONSEQUENTLY LOCKED THE KEY IN THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE LOCK WOULD NOT ADVANCE. CONSEQUENTLY PERFORMED THE FOLLOWING: A) CONSULTED VOLVO OWNER'S... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 26, 2018
Incident date: May 26, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLVO XC90. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE AND TIMING CONTROL MODULE FAILED. THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE SENT A SIGNAL TO THE TIMING CONTROL MODULE, WHICH CAUSED AN ENGINE SEIZURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WA... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
May 29, 2018
Incident date: May 26, 2018
THE YELLOW ABS BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. THE RED PARKING BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. THE CAR HAD A LOUD LONG BEEP NOISE ACTIVATED. FINALLY, THE "REGAN BAKES DISABLED" READING WAS DISPLAYED!!! ALSO HEARD THE BRAKE PADS (4 WHEEL DISK BRAKES) SOUNDED LIKE THEY WERE SCRATCHING ON THE ROTORS. ALL INFORMATION... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 2, 2018
Incident date: Jan 31, 2018
AFTER 30 MINUTES OF HIGHWAY DRIVING EXITED ONTO SECONDARY ROAD TO ADD OIL FOR LOW OIL LIGHT INDICATOR. ENGINE BEGAN SMOKING IN TWO MINUTES AND LIFTING HOOD CAUSED ENGINE TO BURST INTO FLAMES. CHEMICAL FIRE RETARDANT SPRAYED WITHIN THREE MINUTES. RESULT WAS INCINERATED ALTERNATOR AND ALL CODES ALARM... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 2, 2018
Incident date: Jan 31, 2018
AFTER 30 MINUTES OF HIGHWAY DRIVING EXITED ONTO SECONDARY ROAD TO ADD OIL FOR LOW OIL LIGHT INDICATOR. ENGINE BEGAN SMOKING IN TWO MINUTES AND LIFTING HOOD CAUSED ENGINE TO BURST INTO FLAMES. CHEMICAL FIRE RETARDANT SPRAYED WITHIN THREE MINUTES. RESULT WAS INCINERATED ALTERNATOR AND ALL CODES ALARM... Read more
Fire
ENGINE
Feb 2, 2018
Incident date: Jan 31, 2018
AFTER 30 MINUTES OF HIGHWAY DRIVING EXITED ONTO SECONDARY ROAD TO ADD OIL FOR LOW OIL LIGHT INDICATOR. ENGINE BEGAN SMOKING IN TWO MINUTES AND LIFTING HOOD CAUSED ENGINE TO BURST INTO FLAMES. CHEMICAL FIRE RETARDANT SPRAYED WITHIN THREE MINUTES. RESULT WAS INCINERATED ALTERNATOR AND ALL CODES ALARM... Read more
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 17, 2017
Incident date: Oct 17, 2017
IT'S A KNOWN FACT THE THE TRANSMISSION FOR MY MODEL YEAR 2007 HAVE A BAD VALVE BODY INSIDE THEM THAT CAN GO OUT AT ANY TIME. VOLVO KNOWS ABOUT THIS AND CHANGED OUT THE TRANSMISSION FOR THERE 2008 MODEL AND DID NOTHING ABOUT THE POIR YEARS. THE COST FOR A NEW TRANSMISSION IS WELL $5000. I JUST BOUGHT... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jul 12, 2017
Incident date: May 27, 2017
ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS THE ABS WARNING LIGHT WILL COME ON AND STATE NEEDS SERVICE. THE AIR CONDITIONER WORKS INTERMITTANTLY AND THE TCS (TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM) SOMETIMES FAILS TO COME ON. LIKE EVERYTHING ELSE, ONLY SOME OF THE TIME. PURCHASED VEHICLE WITH 180.000 MILES
STEERING
Jul 12, 2017
Incident date: May 27, 2017
ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS THE ABS WARNING LIGHT WILL COME ON AND STATE NEEDS SERVICE. THE AIR CONDITIONER WORKS INTERMITTANTLY AND THE TCS (TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM) SOMETIMES FAILS TO COME ON. LIKE EVERYTHING ELSE, ONLY SOME OF THE TIME. PURCHASED VEHICLE WITH 180.000 MILES
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jul 12, 2017
Incident date: May 27, 2017
ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS THE ABS WARNING LIGHT WILL COME ON AND STATE NEEDS SERVICE. THE AIR CONDITIONER WORKS INTERMITTANTLY AND THE TCS (TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM) SOMETIMES FAILS TO COME ON. LIKE EVERYTHING ELSE, ONLY SOME OF THE TIME. PURCHASED VEHICLE WITH 180.000 MILES
POWER TRAIN
Jan 29, 2016
Incident date: Jan 18, 2016
TRANSMISSION LONGER TO SHIFT BETWEEN GEAR SHIFTS (TAKES LONGER TO ACCELERATE).
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Nov 3, 2015
Incident date: Oct 28, 2015
IN A NUTSHELL: AT APPROXIMATELY 8:35 WEDNESDAY MORNING (OCTOBER 28TH), MY VOLVO XC90 SPONTANEOUSLY CAUGHT FIRE IN THE POURING RAIN. I WAS IN THE CAR AT THE TIME. THANKFULLY NOBODY WAS HURT. TORONTO FIRE SERVICES AND TORONTO POLICE SERVICES BOTH ATTENDED THE SCENE. THE MOST FRIGHTENING PART OF... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 3, 2015
Incident date: Oct 28, 2015
IN A NUTSHELL: AT APPROXIMATELY 8:35 WEDNESDAY MORNING (OCTOBER 28TH), MY VOLVO XC90 SPONTANEOUSLY CAUGHT FIRE IN THE POURING RAIN. I WAS IN THE CAR AT THE TIME. THANKFULLY NOBODY WAS HURT. TORONTO FIRE SERVICES AND TORONTO POLICE SERVICES BOTH ATTENDED THE SCENE. THE MOST FRIGHTENING PART OF... Read more
Fire
STRUCTURE:BODY
Nov 3, 2015
Incident date: Oct 28, 2015
IN A NUTSHELL: AT APPROXIMATELY 8:35 WEDNESDAY MORNING (OCTOBER 28TH), MY VOLVO XC90 SPONTANEOUSLY CAUGHT FIRE IN THE POURING RAIN. I WAS IN THE CAR AT THE TIME. THANKFULLY NOBODY WAS HURT. TORONTO FIRE SERVICES AND TORONTO POLICE SERVICES BOTH ATTENDED THE SCENE. THE MOST FRIGHTENING PART OF... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 15, 2015
Incident date: Oct 15, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLVO XC90. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATING AS DESIGNED. ON ANOTHER OCCASION, WHEN THE IGNITION KEY WAS TURNED TO THE ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 15, 2015
Incident date: Oct 15, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLVO XC90. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATING AS DESIGNED. ON ANOTHER OCCASION, WHEN THE IGNITION KEY WAS TURNED TO THE ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 24, 2015
Incident date: Apr 24, 2015
WHILE DRIVING THROUGH THE NEIGHBORHOOD, SUDDENLY THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS APPEARED: THE DASH COMPLETELY SHUT OFF, ALL INSTRUMENTS ZEROED OUT, THE AUTO A/C SHUT OFF, MY WINDOWS AND LOCKS STOPPED WORKING THE RADIO TURNED OFF. SRS FAILURE, POWER FAILURE - URGENT, BRAKE FAILURE . . . USE CAUTION STOPPI... Read more
STEERING
Apr 20, 2015
Incident date: Apr 15, 2015
VEHICLE WAS PARKED, WENT TO START, AND THE IGNITION SWITCH WILL NOT OPERATE. IGNITION SWITCH IS LOCKED UP, LEAVING UNABLE TO TURN KEY, PAST ACCESSORY, TO START ENGINE. VEHICLE IS UNABLE TO BE CHANGED OUT OF PARK, INTO NEUTRAL OR OTHER GEAR, TO MOVE VEHICLE. STEERING WHEEL IS LOCKED IN POSITION. *T... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 20, 2015
Incident date: Apr 15, 2015
VEHICLE WAS PARKED, WENT TO START, AND THE IGNITION SWITCH WILL NOT OPERATE. IGNITION SWITCH IS LOCKED UP, LEAVING UNABLE TO TURN KEY, PAST ACCESSORY, TO START ENGINE. VEHICLE IS UNABLE TO BE CHANGED OUT OF PARK, INTO NEUTRAL OR OTHER GEAR, TO MOVE VEHICLE. STEERING WHEEL IS LOCKED IN POSITION. *T... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 24, 2014
Incident date: Oct 1, 2014
WE STARTED THE CAR THERE WAS A CLICKING SOUND FROM THE ENGINE, WE DROVE FOR ABOUT 3-4 MINUTES. I NOTICED THE AC WASN'T WORKING WELL AND MY HUSBAND WHO WAS DRIVING LOOKED DOWN AT THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE AND IT WAS IN THE RED. SINCE WE WERE AT A RED LIGHT AND WE COULDN'T PULL OVER HE TURNED THE CAR OFF... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 7, 2014
Incident date: Jun 13, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLVO XC90. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE IGNITION COIL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECU... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Aug 8, 2013
Incident date: Aug 8, 2008
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLVO XC90. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH HE ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO MOVE FORWARD. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD BANGING NOISE AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN MOVING FORWARD. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 8, 2013
Incident date: Aug 8, 2008
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLVO XC90. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH HE ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO MOVE FORWARD. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD BANGING NOISE AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN MOVING FORWARD. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER... Read more
WHEELS
Apr 2, 2013
Incident date: Mar 29, 2013
VEHICLE (FWD SUV) BEGAN PRODUCING NOISE WHILE DRIVING AT ANY RATE OF SPEED; NOISE COMING FROM REAR OF VEHICLE. AFTER JACKING UP THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE, I LEARNED THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR WHEEL HAD APPROXIMATELY 1/2 INCH MOVEMENT AND PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR WHEEL PRODUCED A GREAT DEAL OF NOISE WHEN THE... Read more
STEERING
Oct 25, 2012
Incident date: Oct 22, 2012
DURING ROUTINE XC-90 MAINTENANCE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE RIGHT FRONT TIE ROD END HAD FAILED. NO INDICATION DURING NORMAL DRIVING OR ANY VISIBLE INDICATIONS, I.E. ABNORMAL TIRE WEAR WAS APPARENT. VEHICLE WAS NEVER IN AN ACCIDENT OR HIT ANY ABNORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, I.E. POT HOLES, CURBS, RAILRO... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Aug 29, 2012
Incident date: Aug 28, 2012
THE HEADLIGHTS STARTED TO FLICKER A FEW MONTHS AGO. AT FIRST I THOUGHT I WAS IMAGINING IT UNTIL THEY STARTED TO BRIEFLY BLINK, I STILL WAS NOT SURE IT WAS HAPPENING. TONIGHT, AS I WAS DRIVING HOME, THE LIGHTS ABRUPTLY TURNED OFF. I STOPPED THE CAR AS I WAS DRIVING WITH NO HEADLIGHTS AND NOTICED A W... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 29, 2012
Incident date: Aug 28, 2012
THE HEADLIGHTS STARTED TO FLICKER A FEW MONTHS AGO. AT FIRST I THOUGHT I WAS IMAGINING IT UNTIL THEY STARTED TO BRIEFLY BLINK, I STILL WAS NOT SURE IT WAS HAPPENING. TONIGHT, AS I WAS DRIVING HOME, THE LIGHTS ABRUPTLY TURNED OFF. I STOPPED THE CAR AS I WAS DRIVING WITH NO HEADLIGHTS AND NOTICED A W... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 25, 2012
Incident date: May 26, 2012
DESPITE VOLVO'S KNOWLEDGE OF PROBLEMS WITH THE XC90 TRANSMISSION, WHEN IT FAILED COMPLETELY, I TOOK IT TO AN AAMCO DEALER BECAUSE THERE WAS NO LOCAL VOLVO DEALER. THE TACH WAS ALL THE WAY TO THE RIGHT AND THE WHEELS WOULD DO NOTHING. IT WAS VERY DANGEROUS. DESPITE HAVE THE EXTENDED 100K WARRANTY,... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 25, 2012
Incident date: May 26, 2012
DESPITE VOLVO'S KNOWLEDGE OF PROBLEMS WITH THE XC90 TRANSMISSION, WHEN IT FAILED COMPLETELY, I TOOK IT TO AN AAMCO DEALER BECAUSE THERE WAS NO LOCAL VOLVO DEALER. THE TACH WAS ALL THE WAY TO THE RIGHT AND THE WHEELS WOULD DO NOTHING. IT WAS VERY DANGEROUS. DESPITE HAVE THE EXTENDED 100K WARRANTY,... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 28, 2012
Incident date: Nov 18, 2011
THE DRIVER SIDE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT KEEPS MELTING THE PLASTIC CONNECTOR. I HAVE REPLACED THE CONNECTOR AND HAD ALL THE WIRING AND OTHER COMPONENTS CHECKED ON 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. THE DEALER SAYS NOTHING CAN BE DONE TO FIX THIS ISSUE. IT IS RIDICULOUS THAT A LUXURY BRAND LIKE VOLVO IS VERY AWARE OF ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 28, 2012
Incident date: Nov 18, 2011
THE DRIVER SIDE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT KEEPS MELTING THE PLASTIC CONNECTOR. I HAVE REPLACED THE CONNECTOR AND HAD ALL THE WIRING AND OTHER COMPONENTS CHECKED ON 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. THE DEALER SAYS NOTHING CAN BE DONE TO FIX THIS ISSUE. IT IS RIDICULOUS THAT A LUXURY BRAND LIKE VOLVO IS VERY AWARE OF ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 10, 2012
Incident date: Feb 8, 2012
WHEN RESTARTING MY CAR IN AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PICK-UP LINE, THE KEY WOULD NOT TURN. THE BRAKE PEDAL FELT "STUCK" AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOCKED. I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED AND BECAUSE IT COULD NOT BE PUT INTO NEUTRAL, IT HAD TO BE DRAGGED ONTO THE TOW TRUCK BED. THE LOCK CYLINDER HAS FAILED. IT ... Read more
WHEELS
Dec 18, 2011
Incident date: Nov 25, 2011
VEHICLE HAD GROWLING NOISE THAT WAS SYNCHRONOUS WITH VEHICLE SPEED. THE NOISE GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE AS THE SPEED INCREASED. ON NOVEMBER 25, 2011, LOCAL VOLVO DEALER DIAGNOSED NOISE AS RIGHT AND LEFT WHEEL BEARING FAILURES SINCE NOISE WAS EMANATING FROM THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE WHEEL HUBS. NOTE V... Read more
PARKING BRAKE
Mar 11, 2011
Incident date: Mar 10, 2011
VOLVO XC90 USES "DRUM IN HAT" PARKING BRAKE DESIGN FOR REAR WHEELS OF VEHICLE. WHETHER ENGAGED OR NOT, THE FRICTION (LINING) MATERIAL FOR THE PARKING BRAKE CAN SEPARATE CATASTROPHICALLY FROM THE SHOE AND LODGE AGAINST THE INSIDE OF THE DRUM, CAUSING ONE OR BOTH OF THE REAR WHEELS TO LOCK UP, DRIVEL... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Sep 7, 2010
Incident date: Sep 7, 2010
FRONT DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE HAS BECOME DIFFICULT TO UNLATCH. THE BUTTON MUST BE PRESSED MULTIPLE TIMES TO EXIT THE VEHICLE. *TR
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Jul 5, 2010
Incident date: May 8, 2010
JULY 4, 2010 IN REPLY TO: VIN# [XXX] VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA CUSTOMER CARE CENTER 1VOLVO DRIVE ROCKLEDGE, NJ 07647-0914 DEAR VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA, SUBJECT: VOLVO XC90 WARRANTY/SAFETY ISSUE I HAVE RETURNED MY VOLVO XC90 ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM RELATED PROBLEMS ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 5, 2010
Incident date: May 8, 2010
JULY 4, 2010 IN REPLY TO: VIN# [XXX] VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA CUSTOMER CARE CENTER 1VOLVO DRIVE ROCKLEDGE, NJ 07647-0914 DEAR VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA, SUBJECT: VOLVO XC90 WARRANTY/SAFETY ISSUE I HAVE RETURNED MY VOLVO XC90 ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM RELATED PROBLEMS ... Read more
EQUIPMENT
Dec 21, 2009
Incident date: Dec 20, 2009
BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE 3 MONTHS AFTER BRAKE SYSTEM SERVICE BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. I HAD MY 2007 VOLVO XC90 SERVICED BY MOMENTUM VOLVO IN HOUSTON TEXAS. THEY HAVE SERVICED BRAKE SYSTEM AND INSTALLED NEW BRAKE PADS. 3 MONTHS LATER, THE BRAKE SYSTEM STARTED TO PERFORM POORLY, CAR WAS UNSTABLE WHEN BRA... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dec 21, 2009
Incident date: Dec 20, 2009
BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE 3 MONTHS AFTER BRAKE SYSTEM SERVICE BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. I HAD MY 2007 VOLVO XC90 SERVICED BY MOMENTUM VOLVO IN HOUSTON TEXAS. THEY HAVE SERVICED BRAKE SYSTEM AND INSTALLED NEW BRAKE PADS. 3 MONTHS LATER, THE BRAKE SYSTEM STARTED TO PERFORM POORLY, CAR WAS UNSTABLE WHEN BRA... Read more
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Technical Service Bulletins, 2007 VOLVO XC90
320 manufacturer communications from 165 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 65 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 52 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 32 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 30 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 23 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 11 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 6 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 |
26745.13.14
Jan 12, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: 12V Battery Testing Method
C00009
Jul 21, 2023
252100 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
COMPLIMENTARY UPGRADE C00009 DESCRIPTION.
C00009
Jul 21, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
COMPLIMENTARY UPGRADE C00009 DESCRIPTION.
TJ3656330
Jun 12, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Rubber cushion
CBR-2201
Aug 29, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information a?? August 2022; Improvement List (Change Log) - US21+OBD22 (13L VGT, TC) And US17+OBD22 (11L) Emissions
Special Tools Bu
May 12, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The Deutronic DBL-1200 is an advanced battery maintainer/charger with the flexibility to be updated as products and repair methods evolve.
Service Manager
May 6, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
Service Manager
May 6, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
356EN01
Feb 9, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App
Service Manager
Feb 3, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
Service Manager
Feb 3, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
TJ 35978 1 0
Jun 25, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
New Software Products (SP) have been developed to convert a Care Key to a standard key.
SMB00-015-2021-0
May 25, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Service Manager Bulletin : Volvo Electric Vehicle Technical De-Energization Permit to Work Form
SMB00-288-2021-0
Feb 19, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volvo?s Warranty Department tracks Retailer warranty spending by utilizing the Warranty Retailer Counseling Process (WRCP). The WRCP is used to gauge individual retailer performance on objective measures over time. By setting clear performa
SMB00-015-2020-1
Oct 21, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Service Manager Bulletin : Volvo Electric Vehicle Technical De-Energization Permit to Work Form
SMB00-015-2020-1
Oct 16, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin : Volvo Electric Vehicle Technical De-Energization Permit to Work Form
ST-001-2020-09-1
Sep 18, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
ST-001-2020-09-1
Sep 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
SMB00-006-2020-0
Aug 5, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder
Service Manager
Jun 23, 2020
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
Service Manager
Jun 23, 2020
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
SMB00-006-2020-0
Mar 31, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder
ST-001-2020-01-2
Jan 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
TJ34740.1.3-2020
Jan 28, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This is a Technical Journal: 4 Cylinder VEP engine: Castrol Edge Professional V 0W-20 Synthetic oil.
SMB00-325-2019-1
Dec 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : SMB00 - 323 and SMB00 - 323A YEA
SMB00-325-2019-1
Dec 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : SMB00 - 323 and SMB00 - 323A YEA
TJ31946.1.2-2019
Nov 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other co
TJ31946.1.1-2019
Nov 14, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other co
SMB00-006-2019-1
Nov 9, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB00-438-2019-1
Nov 9, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments
TJ31543.9.0-2019
Nov 6, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
ST-001-2019-10-1
Oct 17, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
TJ21965.7.0-2019
Oct 16, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
SMB00 438 2019-0
Aug 23, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments
SMB00 108 2019-0
Aug 15, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Retailers should only use a Volvo part number on claims for items purchased directly from Volvo. Failure to follow this policy will result in claim adjustments. Warranty reimbursement rates and quantity limits for the parts listed, with the
SMB00 108C 2019-
Aug 15, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Retailers should only use a Volvo part number on claims for items purchased directly from Volvo. Failure to follow this policy will result in claim adjustments. Warranty reimbursement rates and quantity limits for the parts listed, with the
SMB00 006 2019-0
Aug 12, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB84 001 2019-0
Aug 3, 2019
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Windshield replacement products.
TJ34650 1 0-2019
Jun 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: SPA Condensation water drops in around pedals area
SMB30-001-2019-0
Jun 5, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Service Managers Bulletin: Volvo Cars is constantly developing the in-car systems and the services offered to customers, so that their cars give them the best experience possible . As of May 13th, 2019, when the software in your c
SPJ34864 2 0-201
Jun 5, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Service Product Journal: Information Notice. We process the personal data that you provide in connection with the creation of your VIDA account. The purpose of our processing is to administer your VIDA account (from registration t
SMB30-001-2019-0
May 21, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Service Managers Bulletin: Volvo Cars is constantly developing the in-car systems and the services offered to customers, so that their cars give them the best experience possible . As of May 13th, 2019, when the software in your c
SPJ3475710-2019-
May 16, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Product Journal: Unable to set SPA/CMA vehicle into programming mode - P2P
SPJ3475710-2019-
May 16, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Service Product Journal: Unable to set SPA/CMA vehicle into programming mode - P2P
TJ3416511-2019-0
May 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: No VIDA communication with vehicle
TJ3416511-2019-0
May 7, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: No VIDA communication with vehicle
TJ20803.20.0-201
Mar 19, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
This is a Technical Journal: In case of complaint of Noise, some "tools" have been created to help you to do a better and more precise fault tracing
ST-001-2019-03-0
Mar 9, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
TJ34502.1.0-2019
Feb 28, 2019
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
This is a Technical Journal: Tailgate opening by foot movement detection
TJ34502.1.0-2019
Feb 28, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
This is a Technical Journal: Tailgate opening by foot movement detection
ST-231-2019-02-1
Feb 16, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 81 Mandatory Tools
ST-231-2019-02-1
Feb 16, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 81 Mandatory Tools
ST-231-2019-02-1
Feb 16, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 81 Mandatory Tools
ST-231-2019-02-1
Feb 16, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 81 Mandatory Tools
ST-231-2019-02-1
Feb 16, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 81 Mandatory Tools
PB00-013-2019-02
Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Parts Bulletin: Hazmat Return Transportation Documentation and requirements
TJ28941-4-0-2019
Feb 14, 2019
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
TJ28941-4-0-2019
Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
TJ28941-4-0-2019
Feb 14, 2019
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
PB00-013-2019-02
Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Parts Bulletin: Hazmat Return Transportation Documentation and requirements
TJ28941-4-0-2019
Feb 14, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
TJ28941-4-0-2019
Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
SMB00-437-2019-0
Feb 13, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
SMB00-437-2019-0
Feb 13, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
SMB00-437-2019-0
Feb 13, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
SMB00-437-2019-0
Feb 13, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
TJ21965-5-0-2019
Feb 9, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
TJ21965-5-0-2019
Feb 9, 2019
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
TJ21965-5-0-2019
Feb 9, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
TJ21965-5-0-2019
Feb 9, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
TJ17076.11.0-201
Jan 17, 2019
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Technical Journal TITLE : Headlamp , Leak Test REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States TJ 17076 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America YEAR MONTH DAY 2012 10 11 FUNC GROUP : FUNC DESC :
SMB88-001A-2018-
Dec 14, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018-
Dec 14, 2018
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018-
Dec 14, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018-
Dec 14, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018-
Dec 14, 2018
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018-
Dec 14, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018-
Dec 14, 2018
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
TJ34165-1-0-2018
Dec 5, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: No VIDA communication with vehicle
TJ34165-1-0-2018
Dec 5, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: No VIDA communication with vehicle
ST-001-2018-11-2
Dec 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
ST-001-2018-11-2
Dec 4, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
ST-001-2018-11-2
Dec 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
ST-001-2018-11-2
Dec 4, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
TJ34141.1.0-2018
Nov 6, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: Performing a Total Upgrade, Service 2.0 or PDS Upgrade after the 2018 week 40 software release, will reset the sound settings back to default settings on the MY 2016 - 2018 vehicles listed above. The new softwa
TJ34141.1.0-2018
Nov 6, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: Performing a Total Upgrade, Service 2.0 or PDS Upgrade after the 2018 week 40 software release, will reset the sound settings back to default settings on the MY 2016 - 2018 vehicles listed above. The new softwa
ST-002-2018-08-1
Aug 22, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
ST-002-2018-08-1
Aug 22, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
ST-002-2018-08-1
Aug 22, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
ST-227-2018-08-1
Aug 18, 2018
190000 TIRES
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1
Aug 18, 2018
200000 WHEELS
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1
Aug 18, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1
Aug 18, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1
Aug 18, 2018
200000 WHEELS
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1
Aug 18, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
TJ34013-1-2-2018
Aug 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
TJ34013-1-2-2018
Aug 4, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
TJ34013-1-2-2018
Aug 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
TJ34013-1-2-2018
Aug 4, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
ST002
Jul 18, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, VOLVO XC90
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE10025
Opened: Jul 20, 2010 , Closed: Nov 22, 2010
Central Electronic Module Failure
Volvo acknowledged a problem affecting some subject vehicles involving water seepage into the plenum box area in the engine compartment.When this occurs water may enter into the interior / passenger compartment and track along the wiring harness for the Central Electronic Module (CEM), the device th... Read more
PE09039
Opened: Aug 31, 2009 , Closed: Dec 22, 2009
FUEL PUMP LEAK
VOLVO HAS DETERMINED THAT DUE TO EXPOSURE TO CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS (HOT CLIMATES AND TEMPERATURE CYCLING) AND VARYING FUEL QUALITY, THE FUEL PUMP FLANGE IN THE XC90 VEHICLES CAN DEVELOP CRACKS.OWNERS MAY NOTICE FUEL SMELL AND/OR FUEL SEEPAGE.DUE TO SIMILAR MATERIAL USAGE, THIS ISSUE ALSO ... Read more
EA06006
Opened: Mar 21, 2006 , Closed: Jun 14, 2007
VOLVO XC90 BATTERY CABLE FAILURES
DURING PE05-057 AND EA06-006 ODI IDENTIFIED TWO CONDITIONS INVOLVING THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE IN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2005 VOLVO XC90 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES THAT COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE:(1) POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE GROUNDING TO THE STARTER SOLENOID HOUSING; AND (2) MISPLACED JACK CRANK HANDLES UND... Read more
PE05064
Opened: Dec 2, 2005 , Closed: May 10, 2006
WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM PERFORMANCE
THE MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED NHTSA BY LETTER DATED APRIL 21, 2006, THAT A SAFETY RECALL HAS BEEN INITIATED FOR CORRECTION OF THIS PROBLEM ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003 - 2006 VOLVO XC90 VEHICLES. THE RECALL AFFECTS APPROXIMATELY 122,400 SUBJECT VEHICLES PRODUCED BETWEEN AUGUST 2002 AND OCTOBER 2005.NHTSA ... Read more
PE05057
Opened: Nov 2, 2005 , Closed: Mar 23, 2006
VOLVO XC90 BATTERY CABLE FAILURES
THE OFFICE OF DEFECT INVESTIGATIONS OPENED A PRELIMINARY EVALUATION, PE05-057 BASED ON EARLY WARNING DATA SUBMITTED TO ODI BY VOLVO. THE DATA CONTAINED FIELD REPORTS OF THERMAL FAILURES OF THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE. ON NOVEMBER 17, 2005, VOLVO NOTIFIED ODI THAT IT HAD IDENTIFIED A SAFETY DEFECT IN ... Read more
VOLVO XC90 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLVO XC90 across all model years (2003, 2025).
83
Total Recalls
2,245
Total Complaints
5
Investigations
84
Reported Crashes
52
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
VOLVO XC90 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 37 | View |
| 2024 | 3 | 57 | View |
| 2023 | 6 | 69 | View |
| 2022 | 4 | 49 | View |
| 2021 | 6 | 56 | View |
| 2020 | 7 | 47 | View |
| 2019 | 6 | 53 | View |
| 2018 | 3 | 66 | View |
| 2017 | 7 | 118 | View |
| 2016 | 8 | 310 | View |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 0 | 7 | View |
| 2013 | 0 | 13 | View |
| 2012 | 0 | 6 | View |
| 2011 | 1 | 30 | View |
| 2010 | 3 | 16 | View |
| 2009 | 1 | 11 | View |
| 2008 | 3 | 44 | View |
| 2007 (current) | 2 | 59 | |
| 2006 | 3 | 73 | View |
| 2005 | 6 | 304 | View |
| 2004 | 6 | 669 | View |
| 2003 | 5 | 149 | View |