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2003 Volvo XC90 repairs by problem area
Engine (33%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (23%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (16%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (3%)
Chart based on 69 repairs.
2003 Volvo XC90 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (10%)
$1000 - $2499 (16%)
$500 - $999 (16%)
$100 - $499 (23%)
< $100 (34%)
Chart based on 61 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2003 Volvo XC90
Engine not specified
| Volvo XC90 in Georgia, United States Aug 2013 - Dec 2013 | |||
| Nov 2013118100 miUS $350 | replaced two motor mounts | ||
| Dec 2013121000 mi | replaced driveshaft control arms replaced (upper) | ||
2003 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 268hp 2.8L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volvo XC90 in North Carolina, United States Sep 2013 - Oct 2013 | |||
| Oct 2013153000 miUS $4000 | Final drive failed and shift valves failed. Second transmission repair, first at 105k. Partially fixed, found would require more work, so replaced the car. So much for Volvo being reliable. | ||
| Volvo XC90 in California, United States - Jan 2010 | |||
| Jan 2010105000 miUS $21000 | TURBO REPLACED ENGINE REPLACED TRANSMISSION REPLACED TRANSFER CASE REPLACED LEFT AXLE REPLACED CUP HOLDERS REPLACED | ||
| Volvo XC90 in Washington, United States Jan 2018 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Mar 2018120000 miUS $100 | Not shifting properly. | ||
| Volvo XC90 in South Carolina, United States Apr 2010 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Oct 2013139000 miUS $2800 | Infamous trans issue. Dead pressure control valve. | ||
| Oct 2014150800 miUS $2100 | The all familiar failed transmission. Not only did the pressure control solenoid fail but the torque converter clutch came apart as well. | ||
| Jan 2016158000 miUS $500 | Key would not turn past position 0, locked down. | ||
| Apr 2016173000 mi | Still having problems with the ignition switch. Key will not rotate sometimes. | ||
| Volvo XC90 in Virginia, United States Sep 2012 - Oct 2012 | |||
| Oct 201267000 miUS $1200 | Transmission cannot be flushed, only drained and refilled.Shop in Fl has done 2x on this vehicle. Volvo has a class action suit for 2003,4, &5 against these trans for this prob. trans doesn't malfun but fluid is burnt & metal shavings prest | ||
| Volvo XC90 in Florida, United States Sep 2007 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Apr 200769000 miUS $1700 | Shocks, struts, timing belt | ||
| Mar 200878000 miUS $750 | Broken motor mount | ||
| Oct 200882000 miUS $1000 | Siren replaced | ||
| Mar 200985000 miUS $1800 | broken motor mount, fuel pump | ||
| Oct 201090000 miUS $2500 | Something in the rod was leaking transmission fluid into the wheel area. Sounds like BS to me, but who knows. | ||
| Volvo XC90 in Maryland, United States Apr 2011 - Nov 2014 | |||
| Jun 2011118000 miUS $800 | Replaced bushings and realigned. | ||
| Aug 2013154000 miUS $4100 | Rebuilt transmission (will be 3rd transmission) after roughly 75,000 miles (first transmission replaced at 75,000. | ||
| Sep 2013154000 miUS $650 | Axle installed incorrectly when transmission rebuilt. Axle failed and caused leakage of transmission. | ||
| Jan 2014146800 mi | Software update | ||
| May 2014163000 miUS $1973 | Replaced strut assemblies rear and front brake pads and rotors | ||
| Jul 2014163800 miUS $460 | Recharged ac Replaced. Braking solenoid | ||
| Oct 2014168000 mi | Leak determined. Waiting to see if under Aamco warranty. | ||
| Nov 2014168000 mi | Oil leak not repaired. | ||
2003 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volvo XC90 in Alberta, Canada Apr 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Feb 200942782 mi | Inner CV Boot Clamp - was loose had it repaired at same time of Angle Gear reseal | ||
| Mar 200942782 miC $931 | Angle Gear - Resealed (not replaced, replacement was estimated at $3500 and not necessary) | ||
| Apr 200944406 miC $56 | Cupholder Lid inbetween 2 front seats got stuck, had to be partially dismantled, rear underlid latch mechanism in wrong position, was repaired but is still sticky. Must be very careful when utilizing | ||
| Jul 200946648 miC $67 | "Reduced Engine Performance" warning - Clear warnings in system, recommended action if it comes back is to reload 2 ECMs (Code 9520 Accelerator Pedal Sensor and Throttle Unit Reload) | ||
| May 201047740 miC $1600 | Stereo stopped working, problem is not resolved. Solution is to put in new stereo into a 7 year old car (ridiculous!) | ||
| Volvo XC90 in Queensland, Australia Jun 2011 - Mar 2012 | |||
| Jul 2011219480 miA $140 | transmission shift problem - requires overhaul | ||
| Volvo XC90 in Nigeria Jan 2015 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Jun 2015131440 mi$200 | Ball joint, linkages and lower arm | ||
| Volvo XC90 in California, United States Mar 2009 - Jul 2022 | |||
| Oct 200957450 miUS $11500 | Bought vehicle (TX), fixed cracked plastic on armrest hinge - glued together with epoxy and works like a charm. Front wiper washer fluid line had been cut/pinched. Replaced. Fuel door plastic locking latch broken, in search of replacement door. | ||
| Nov 200958000 miUS $800 | Leaking fuel pump (Symptoms: lower gas mileage, difficulty starting, fuel smell, wet fuel tank) Replaced at ind. mechanic with OEM parts. | ||
| Dec 200958500 mi | Continuation of fuel pump repair: Volvo reimbursed for part, since pump was under manufacturer warranty. | ||
| Feb 201061000 miUS $160 | Never found used fuel door. Ind. shop ordered a new door, paint and install. Also, pass. side low beam light socket had short and partially melted. Had just the socket replaced. This assembly was orig. a junk yard repl. by dealer in order to sell car. | ||
| Dec 201074000 miUS $66 | Two rear brake lights not working, both bulbs burned out (third top bar was working). Replaced bulbs, lights did not work. Replaced brake relay switch and relay. Problem solved and lights work like new. Parts received from dealership. | ||
| Feb 201176000 miUS $450 | CV boot busted for a while/was easier to replace axle. Also, there was a crack in the exhaust flange where it connects to engine, leaking exhaust, making engine noisy and smelly. This was welded closed and works like a charm now! | ||
| Sep 201184000 miUS $300 | Rough idling - engine revving on its own at red light. Threw code, idle too rich, gas mileage was suffering. Replaced MAF and solved problem. | ||
| Feb 201287500 miUS $500 | Replaced worn bushings | ||
| Mar 201288000 mi | After heavy rain passenger floor mat was wet. Cleaned front sunroof drain tubes and cut rubber elbow ends to allow for debris to flow freely. Also removed and air dried the passenger floor panel. Leak is fixed. 45 minutes total time. | ||
| Aug 201293000 miUS $300 | Replaced front strut spring mounts (one was busted and the other cracked) | ||
| Sep 201294000 miUS $190 | Worn out engine mount. Replaced. | ||
| Oct 2013107500 miUS $1500 | AWD angle gear failed damaging right front axle in the process. Replaced angle gear & axle. | ||
| Feb 2014111400 miUS $1900 | Real seal leak was getting worse - replaced all engine rubber seals | ||
| Oct 2016144000 miUS $400 | Replaced faulty alternator | ||
| Jul 2017147000 miUS $700 | Ignition coils cracked, replaced all 5 and spark plugs. Leaky Evap hose replaced. replaced noisy AC blower motor and shimmed AC compressor (was not engaging) with zip ties, per the "zip-tie AC compressor trick" | ||
2003 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 161hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volvo XC90 in France Jul 2007 - Jan 2012 | |||
| Aug 200761959 mi€158 | Recplacement of left/ball joint | ||
| Aug 200872788 mi€83 | replacement top engine support (rubber in alu) | ||
| Jun 200982460 mi€2058 | Intially diagnosed as problem with one injector of the engine, it later proved to be a problem with the flywheel and starter motor. Flywheel replaced. Intially diagnosed as problem with one injector of the engine, it later proved to be a problem with the flywheel and starter motor. Flywheel replaced. | ||
| Dec 200986943 mi€758 | Complete revisions of handbrake system, cables and also handbrake pads | ||
| Aug 201094883 mi€16 | Also replaced leaking crankcase seal. Also replaced leaking crankcase seal. | ||
| Sep 201095790 mi | Repair of rear window wiper motor. Text message "SRS Airbag repar urgente" appears in display of DIM. DTC error codes SRS-00D4 and DIM-0003 and DIM-0005 | ||
| Mar 2011100874 mi€81 | Set of new antitheft wheelbolts (were damaged by workshop) | ||
| Jun 2011104160 mi | As result of heavy rain, huge leakage through the draining openings in the cowl in front of the windscreen. High level of water in both the front floor sections of the body, under the front chairs. As result of water leakage Audio systeem has halted to work. DTC (Error) codes ICM-DC02, ICM-1A51 and ICM-DC01. Probably AUD control module defect. As result of heavy rain, huge leakage through the draining openings in the cowl in front of the windscreen. High level of water in both the front floor sections of the body, under the front chairs. As result of water leakage Audio systeem has halted to work. DTC (Error) codes ICM-DC02, ICM-1A51 and ICM-DC01. Probably AUD control module defect. | ||
| Jan 201295790 mi€644 | Replacing rear wheelbearing left | ||
| Volvo XC90 in Great Britain Jun 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Apr 2010128000 mi | Replaced NSR wheel-bearing cassette | ||
| Volvo XC90 in Great Britain Jun 2015 - May 2016 | |||
| May 2016135000 mi£100 | Back up sensor failed | ||
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