2011 VOLVO XC90
1 recalls, 30 complaints - 328 TSBs
11V286000 May 18, 2011
STEERING
Defect Description
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 XC90 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 29, 2010, THROUGH AUGUST 16, 2010. THE POWER STEERING FLUID MAY LEAK FROM THE OIL PIPE CONNECTION AT THE STEERING GEAR VALVE HOUSING.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD LEAD TO A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE OIL PIPES ON THE POWER STEERING RACK FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS SCHEDULED TO BEGIN DURING JUNE 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
Complaint Statistics
30 total complaints
1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 5 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 2 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES | 1 |
ENGINE
Feb 5, 2026
Incident date: Feb 4, 2026
Truck is burning oil. Talked to over 5 dealerships and they says it’s a problem that they know about and are waiting for ford to recall a section of the engine. Heard in Naples Fl all sheriff trucks are doing it and burning excessive amount of oil
ENGINE
Feb 24, 2022
Incident date: Feb 24, 2022
The contact owns a 2011 Volvo XC90. The contact stated that the check engine warning lights was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and suggested that the vehicle be taken to a dealer to be diagnosed. The failure mileage was approxim... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Feb 17, 2022
Incident date: Feb 17, 2022
Electrical, Brake lights suddenly stopped working on both sides at once. I checked the fuse only to be told a relay may be the issue. The location of said relay is vague and not serviceable by owner. Risk of rear end collision. Of following traffic
SERVICE BRAKES
Feb 17, 2022
Incident date: Feb 17, 2022
Electrical, Brake lights suddenly stopped working on both sides at once. I checked the fuse only to be told a relay may be the issue. The location of said relay is vague and not serviceable by owner. Risk of rear end collision. Of following traffic
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 17, 2022
Incident date: Feb 17, 2022
Electrical, Brake lights suddenly stopped working on both sides at once. I checked the fuse only to be told a relay may be the issue. The location of said relay is vague and not serviceable by owner. Risk of rear end collision. Of following traffic
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 20, 2021
Incident date: Jan 25, 2021
94,000 MILES 2011 VOLVO XC90 PURCHASED 4 MONTHS AGO. VEHICLE WAS PARKED STATIONARY IN DRIVEWAY. IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT WATER INTRUDED THE FRONT PASSENGER CABIN AND DASHBOARD OF THE VEHICLE THROUGH A SUNROOF DRAINAGEDEFECT IN THIS YEAR AND MODEL OF VOLVO XC90. SIX INCHES OF WATER POOLED IN THE FR... Read more
Fire
SEAT BELTS
Dec 15, 2020
Incident date: Dec 10, 2020
DRIVER SEAT BELT DOES NOT FULLY RETRACT AFTER EVERY RELEASE. IT WILL BE LOOSE UNTIL YOU GUIDE IT UP TO THE HOLE. IT IS KIND OF OKAY FOR NOW BUT I HAVE NO DOUBT THIS ISSUE COULD GET WORSE. I AM ALSO ALMOST CERTAIN THIS IS SIMILAR TO RECALL #R10029 THAT AFFECTS OUR 2011 XC60. THE PART MUST BE WORN. IT... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 24, 2020
Incident date: Jul 8, 2018
THE BUILT-IN CHILD SAFETY SEAT IN THE MIDDLE CRACKED AFTER THE FIRST TIME I OPENED IT SO I CAN'T PUT IT BACK DOWN AND DON'T KNOW IF IT AFFECTS THE CHILD AIRBAG. I ASKED VOLVO ABOUT IT AND THEY TOLD ME IT WOULD BE $500 JUST TO SIMPLY LOOK AT IT BEFORE DECIDING WHETHER TO FIX IT OR IF COVERED BY THE W... Read more
SEATS
Feb 24, 2020
Incident date: Jul 8, 2018
THE BUILT-IN CHILD SAFETY SEAT IN THE MIDDLE CRACKED AFTER THE FIRST TIME I OPENED IT SO I CAN'T PUT IT BACK DOWN AND DON'T KNOW IF IT AFFECTS THE CHILD AIRBAG. I ASKED VOLVO ABOUT IT AND THEY TOLD ME IT WOULD BE $500 JUST TO SIMPLY LOOK AT IT BEFORE DECIDING WHETHER TO FIX IT OR IF COVERED BY THE W... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 24, 2020
Incident date: Jul 8, 2018
THE BUILT-IN CHILD SAFETY SEAT IN THE MIDDLE CRACKED AFTER THE FIRST TIME I OPENED IT SO I CAN'T PUT IT BACK DOWN AND DON'T KNOW IF IT AFFECTS THE CHILD AIRBAG. I ASKED VOLVO ABOUT IT AND THEY TOLD ME IT WOULD BE $500 JUST TO SIMPLY LOOK AT IT BEFORE DECIDING WHETHER TO FIX IT OR IF COVERED BY THE W... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jun 10, 2019
Incident date: Jun 2, 2019
SPRING BROKE ON FRONT STRUT AND SLICED INTO THE INNER SIDEWALL OF TIRE CAUSING THE TIRE TO BLOWOUT. VEHICLE HAS BEING DRIVEN ON A DIRT LANE WHEN THIS HAPPENED (10 MPH). IF THIS WOULD HAVE HAPPENED ON A MAIN ROAD, THE VOLVO XC90 WOULD HAVE BEEN OUT-OF-CONTROL !
WHEELS
Jul 23, 2018
Incident date: Jul 22, 2018
SPARE WHEEL WINCH CABLE SEPARATED FROM WHEEL HUB RETAINER HOOK. THE HOOK DEVICE IS HELD IN PLACE BY A COMPRESSION RING OVER THE CABLE. COMPRESSION FAILED CAUSING SEPARATION AND DROPPING SPARE WHEEL ON ROADWAY WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. SPARE WHEEL BECAME A 30 LBS UNCONTROLLED PROJECTILE/HAZARD ... Read more
STEERING
Nov 10, 2017
Incident date: Apr 4, 2015
WHINING NOISE IN STEERING..... I CHECKED AND LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID IN 2015... ALSO IN 2016, AND NOW AGAIN IN 2017... I ADDED FLUID EACH TIME....
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 18, 2017
Incident date: Feb 8, 2017
THIS IS A KNOWN DEFECT IN SEVERAL VOLVO CAR MODELS SINCE 2008. THERE IS CURRENTLY A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT IN PLACE DUE TO THIS DEFECT. THE DEFECT INVOLVES THE VOLVO XM/SIRIUS RADIO SYSTEM INSTALLED IN MANY VOLVO MODELS AND RESULTING BATTERY DRAIN, BATTERY REPLACEMENT COSTS, VOLVO FIRMWARE UPGRADE COS... Read more
STEERING
Mar 6, 2017
Incident date: Mar 2, 2017
RECENTLY WE LOST THE SERPENTINE BELT WITHOUT KNOWING IT. NO WARNING LIGHTS OR COMPUTER MESSAGE CALLED OUR ATTENTION TO THE FACT THAT WE WERE RUNNING ON BATTERY. THE ONLY INDICATION OF A PROBLEM WAS THE LOSS OF POWER STEERING. WE DROVE A SHORT DISTANCE TO A VOLVO REPAIR FACILITY AND LEARNED WE LOS... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 6, 2017
Incident date: Mar 2, 2017
RECENTLY WE LOST THE SERPENTINE BELT WITHOUT KNOWING IT. NO WARNING LIGHTS OR COMPUTER MESSAGE CALLED OUR ATTENTION TO THE FACT THAT WE WERE RUNNING ON BATTERY. THE ONLY INDICATION OF A PROBLEM WAS THE LOSS OF POWER STEERING. WE DROVE A SHORT DISTANCE TO A VOLVO REPAIR FACILITY AND LEARNED WE LOS... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 6, 2017
Incident date: Mar 2, 2017
RECENTLY WE LOST THE SERPENTINE BELT WITHOUT KNOWING IT. NO WARNING LIGHTS OR COMPUTER MESSAGE CALLED OUR ATTENTION TO THE FACT THAT WE WERE RUNNING ON BATTERY. THE ONLY INDICATION OF A PROBLEM WAS THE LOSS OF POWER STEERING. WE DROVE A SHORT DISTANCE TO A VOLVO REPAIR FACILITY AND LEARNED WE LOS... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 9, 2016
Incident date: Feb 16, 2016
THE PROBLEM IS EXACTLY AS DESCRIBED IN THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V579000 MY CAR STALLED AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AS TRANSMISSION WENT INTO PROTECTION MODE. IT STARTED FINE AGAIN WITH NO ISSUES AND SINCE THEN RUNNING FINE AND I PUT CLOSE TO 800 MILES. HOWEVER, THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT INC... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 26, 2014
Incident date: Dec 24, 2014
THE BATTERY IN THE VEHICLE FAILS DUE TO A DRAIN IN THE POWER SYSTEMS BECAUSE OF A FAILURE IN SOFTWARE SYSTEMS ,THIS FAULT IS KNOWN TO VOLVO AND THEY REFUSE TO REPAIR .IF THE CAR IS NOT DRIVEN EVERY DAY THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS SEARCH FOR BLUE TOOTH PHONE SIGNALS AND SATELLITE RADIO SIGNALS CAUSING A D... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 11, 2013
Incident date: Jun 10, 2013
TAILGATE STRUT MOUNTING BOLT BECAME DETACHED FROM CAR BODY AS I OPENED THE TAIL GATE.THE TAILGATE STARTED TO FALL CLOSED BUT I WAS ABLE TO STOP IT BEFORE IT HIT ME. *TR
ENGINE
Jun 5, 2013
Incident date: Jun 4, 2013
EVERY TIME I DO NOT TURN MY CAR ON FOR 2 OR MORE CONSECUTIVE DAYS MY CAR BATTERY DIES. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME 7 TIMES IN THE COURSE OF MY 2 YEAR LEASE. EACH TIME IT IS TOWED AND SENT TO VOLVO FOR SERVICE THEY REPORT THAT THEY HAVE SOLVED THE PROBLEM. ONE TIME THEY CLAIMED IT WAS MY BLUE TOOTH DRAIN... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 24, 2012
Incident date: Jul 18, 2011
FROM THE BEGINNING THIS VEHICLE HAS DELAYED ACCELERATION, VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE WHEN PULLING OUT IN FRONT OF ON-COMING TRAFFIC, OR MAKING LEFT HAND TURN WITH ON-COMING TRAFFIC. BRAKES MAKE LOUD CRACKING POPPING SOUND WHEN BRAKING AND TURNING THE WHEEL, DO NOT FEEL SAFE WITH IT MAKING SUCH AWFUL S... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 24, 2012
Incident date: Jul 18, 2011
FROM THE BEGINNING THIS VEHICLE HAS DELAYED ACCELERATION, VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE WHEN PULLING OUT IN FRONT OF ON-COMING TRAFFIC, OR MAKING LEFT HAND TURN WITH ON-COMING TRAFFIC. BRAKES MAKE LOUD CRACKING POPPING SOUND WHEN BRAKING AND TURNING THE WHEEL, DO NOT FEEL SAFE WITH IT MAKING SUCH AWFUL S... Read more
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES
Apr 20, 2012
Incident date: Apr 2, 2012
2011 VOLVO XC90. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS SEAT BELT AUDIO SYSTEM DEFECT *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED ACCORDING TO THE OWNER'S MANUAL, THE SEAT BELT REMINDER CONSISTED OF AN AUDIBLE SIGNAL, AN INDICATOR LIGHT ABOVE THE REAR VIEW MIRROR, AND A SYMBOL ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL THAT WOULD ALERT THE DRIVER... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 4, 2011
Incident date: May 1, 2011
SHORTLY AFTER WE PURCHASED OUR 2011 VOLVO XC90 BRAND NEW WE HAVE EXPERIENCED A LAGS IN ACCELERATION. WHEN ACCELERATING THE CAR WOULD ROLL VERY SLOWLY UNLESS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS COMPLETELY FLOORED. WE WAITED UNTIL OUR ROUTINE OIL CHANGE WAS DUE TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT, AND WE WERE TOLD BY THE DE... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 4, 2011
Incident date: May 1, 2011
SHORTLY AFTER WE PURCHASED OUR 2011 VOLVO XC90 BRAND NEW WE HAVE EXPERIENCED A LAGS IN ACCELERATION. WHEN ACCELERATING THE CAR WOULD ROLL VERY SLOWLY UNLESS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS COMPLETELY FLOORED. WE WAITED UNTIL OUR ROUTINE OIL CHANGE WAS DUE TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT, AND WE WERE TOLD BY THE DE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Sep 15, 2011
Incident date: Jul 28, 2011
I FIRST EXPERIENCED THE DELAY IN RE-ACCELERATION ONE MORNING ON MY WAY TO WORK. AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP @ A STOP SIGN, I STEPPED ON THE GAS TO TAKE A TURN AND THE CAR HESITATED AT A VERY SLOW PACE TO TAKE OFF. I CHALKED IT UP AS THE CAR BEING COLD EARLY IN THE MORNING. IT CONTINUED TO HAPP... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Sep 15, 2011
Incident date: Jul 28, 2011
I FIRST EXPERIENCED THE DELAY IN RE-ACCELERATION ONE MORNING ON MY WAY TO WORK. AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP @ A STOP SIGN, I STEPPED ON THE GAS TO TAKE A TURN AND THE CAR HESITATED AT A VERY SLOW PACE TO TAKE OFF. I CHALKED IT UP AS THE CAR BEING COLD EARLY IN THE MORNING. IT CONTINUED TO HAPP... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 15, 2011
Incident date: Jul 28, 2011
I FIRST EXPERIENCED THE DELAY IN RE-ACCELERATION ONE MORNING ON MY WAY TO WORK. AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP @ A STOP SIGN, I STEPPED ON THE GAS TO TAKE A TURN AND THE CAR HESITATED AT A VERY SLOW PACE TO TAKE OFF. I CHALKED IT UP AS THE CAR BEING COLD EARLY IN THE MORNING. IT CONTINUED TO HAPP... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Sep 15, 2011
Incident date: Jul 28, 2011
I FIRST EXPERIENCED THE DELAY IN RE-ACCELERATION ONE MORNING ON MY WAY TO WORK. AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP @ A STOP SIGN, I STEPPED ON THE GAS TO TAKE A TURN AND THE CAR HESITATED AT A VERY SLOW PACE TO TAKE OFF. I CHALKED IT UP AS THE CAR BEING COLD EARLY IN THE MORNING. IT CONTINUED TO HAPP... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2011 VOLVO XC90
2011 Volvo XC90 SUV AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 17.9% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2011 VOLVO XC90
328 manufacturer communications from 163 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 66 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 53 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 36 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 33 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 29 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 15 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 7 |
| 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
TJ3658411
Mar 24, 2023
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Left front LED flickers after turning car off
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
KC-145
Aug 29, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Part information for AMT input shaft repair kits and the shim kit that is required for repair.
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)
KC-99
Oct 18, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Volvo Chassis 2008 And Up LED Headlight Conversion Programming Procedure
KC-99
Oct 18, 2021
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Volvo Chassis 2008 And Up LED Headlight Conversion Programming Procedure
KC-99
Oct 18, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Volvo Chassis 2008 And Up LED Headlight Conversion Programming Procedure
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
SJ1000167-2020-0
Feb 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Journal: Coolant Filling Equipment Tool
SJ1000167-2020-0
Feb 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a Service Journal: Coolant Filling Equipment Tool
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 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
SPJ3475310-2019-
May 10, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Service Product Journal: Not possible to left click ECU's in the network image for non-spa cars
PB77-006-2019-05
May 7, 2019
200000 WHEELS
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
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
TJ29871
Apr 17, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer may experience ?Low oil pressure light? coming on. No external leakage. High engine oil consumption may occur. Follow the instructions under ?Service?.
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
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
PB77-006-2019-02
Feb 14, 2019
200000 WHEELS
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
PB77-006-2019-02
Feb 14, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
PB77-006-2019-02
Feb 14, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
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
PB77-006-2019-02
Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
PB77-006-2019-02
Feb 14, 2019
200000 WHEELS
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
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
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.
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.
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
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.
SMB88-001A-2018-
Dec 14, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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
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
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
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).
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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 (current) | 1 | 30 | |
| 2010 | 3 | 16 | View |
| 2009 | 1 | 11 | View |
| 2008 | 3 | 44 | View |
| 2007 | 2 | 59 | View |
| 2006 | 3 | 73 | View |
| 2005 | 6 | 304 | View |
| 2004 | 6 | 669 | View |
| 2003 | 5 | 149 | View |