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Volvo XC90 repairs by problem area
Engine (26%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)
Brakes and Traction Control (8%)
Suspension and Steering (19%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)
Other (5%)
Chart based on 1442 repairs.
Volvo XC90 engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (4%)
$1000 - $2499 (16%)
$500 - $999 (22%)
$100 - $499 (27%)
< $100 (30%)
Chart based on 317 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2021 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
twincharged 313hp 2.0L I4 Plug-in Hybrid 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 3748 mi | Hybrid power system failure. Replaced high voltage traction power inverter. |
2020 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 13000 mi | Charging System Issue Message Displayed. Dealer updated software. |
2019 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
twincharged 316hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 21 mi | Recall fuel pump fuse |
2019 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 39240 mi | The vehicle would start and then immediately stall. Also experienced a long crank. Check engine light would illuminate after the vehicle would stall. |
2018 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
twincharged 316hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 4000 mi | Emissions repair - Fuel filler neck replacement. |
| 12000 mi | Fuel filler neck had to be replaced due to vapor escape. |
| 5000 mi | Heat shield around drive shaft was rubbing the drive shaft and creating a scraping noise under low acceleration. It was a quick fix by the dealer to bend the shield back in place. |
| 87000 mi | Cam phaser check engine light, dealer reset CEL. CEL reappeared 1-200 miles after attempted "repair". |
| 80000 mi | Cam phaser check engine light, dealer changed oil because they said it was "dirty". However, they did not test the oil, and the check engine light came on 2-300 miles later. |
| 93000 mi | Check Engine light for cam phaser failure. |
| 49000 mi US $350 |
Fuel system sensor failed |
2017 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
twincharged 316hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 6000 mi | Fuel Filler tube cracked: caused check engine light : replaced |
| 9300 mi | While driving in a mountain region, low coolant warning pops on the dashboard when terrain is not level. Added about 1 L of coolant to the expansion tank. No visible leak. Brought it back to the dealer for a checkup of coolant system. They replaced a coolant hose on warranty. |
| 30000 mi US $390 |
o2 sensor problem |
| 68000 mi US $70 |
Cooling line leading into the coolant reservoir broke - emptying all the coolant into the ground. The cooling line was $40 from the dealer. It took about 3 hours to replace as I had not done it before. Now that I do, it would take less than an hour. |
2017 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
twincharged 313hp 2.0L I4 Plug-in Hybrid 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 6000 mi | An electrical problem caused the hybrid system to stop working, which resulted in a stalled vehicle. It died in the middle of downtown Seattle during rush hour. The best part it that it engages the electronic emergency brake (for safety), so I couldn't even push it out of the way. Dealer replaced a module and performed a software update. |
| 9500 mi | 10,000 mile check-up, but it also had a software problem. |
| 45500 mi | Car ran shitty after previously reported repairs. Returned for download of all specification. Runs better but still not as well as before rear drive replacement. Dealer has placed a help ticket with Volvo in Norway. |
| 48500 mi | Yearly/10,000 mile service - engine tune, update software, oil change. |
| Replaced plug-in vehicle charger. | |
| 4000 mi | Check engine light was on. Software update supposedly resolved (turned out to be incorrect; see next repair trip). |
| 6000 mi | Check engine light came on again. Diagnosed as faulty fuel sensor. |
| 8000 mi | During this visit the tech installed the fuel sensor ordered during prior visit. |
| 14000 mi | Charge port replacement. |
| 16999 mi | Hybrid system failure. Replaced battery control unit. |
| 15000 mi | Check Engine Light came on. Was fixed because of a gas fill recall. |
| 3720 mi | Hybrid system module failure causing vehicle to shut down completely in the middle of a busy street. |
2017 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 232hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 16740 mi | Oil leakages. |
| 36580 mi $1400 |
Oil leak, replacement of some sealing parts. Replacement of a hose. |
2016 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
twincharged 316hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 42890 mi | High pitch sound from engine compartment Checked codes and confirmed found noise and replaced Oil Trap box. |
| 42970 mi | Car towed to dealer - Spark plugs & Pistons replaced and outlet charger hose replaced All gaskets replaced |
| 27876 mi | Replaced Spark Plugs - RECALL |
| 49160 mi US $859 |
O2 Sensor and Oil Trap replaced |
| 52818 mi US $279 |
and Engine Mount |
| 30000 mi | Supercharger seals failed. 2nd time it's been in for this problem. |
| 68000 mi US $400 |
Coil #1 and all spark plugs replaced |
| 13020 mi | Crankshaft bearing seal failed. Losing oil, and oil on serpentine belt. Dealr had issues getting the tools to replace the bearing. |
| 6000 mi | Oil leak after recent service Low battery warning |
2016 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
twincharged 313hp 2.0L I4 Plug-in Hybrid 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 6000 mi | Check engine light came on. Code for high voltage battery cooling problem. Volvo consulted and it was a software glitch with nothing actually wrong with car. |
| 27000 mi | Dealer left cap on coolant reservoir untightened. Check engine light came on for low coolant. |
| 31000 mi | Electric rear axle motor failed. Replacement unit was recalled before repair could take place. Nearly three weeks to get car back. |
2016 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 6000 mi | The CEL had been lit up and I took the vehicle into the dealership, who performed an upgrade and cleared the codes. |
2013 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
240-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 157000 mi US $750 |
Vehicle had slight vibration, had all worn engine mounts replaced |
| 159000 mi US $600 |
Low coolant message...discovered a leaking gasket on the rear engine water pipe. Replaced pipe and gaskets. Also replaced one oxygen sensor that was damaged during the repair. |
| 163000 mi US $800 |
Check engine light since previous repair...consistent P0420 code for bank one catalytic converter and an intermittent P0430 for bank two. Replaced both cats with aftermarket units. |
2013 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
240-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 97054 mi US $20 |
Coolant expansion tank was leaking - replaced with aftermarket part |
2010.5 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 197hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 33100 mi | Sensor on engine management in exhaust system |
| 42000 mi £5 |
Swirl arm replaced common fault |
2010 Volvo XC90
Engine not specified
| 54000 mi | Replacement turbo pipe |
2010 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 182hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 46000 mi £125 |
Split in the hose to the turbo. Car went into 'Limp Mode'. |
2010 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 182hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD
| 36000 mi | DPF blocked |
| 96000 mi £450 |
Turbo lower housing cracked |
2010 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 1700 mi | oxygen sensor wiring rubbing against fan needed to be replaced, was sheared |
| 74000 mi US $140 |
Fuel pressure sensor replacement. |
2010 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 180000 mi US $2000 |
Throttle sensor failed |
| 130700 mi US $350 |
Replace engine mount |
2010 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 23000 mi | Car Stalled on acceleration. Could not duplicate. |
| 44400 mi | Engine vibration while in drive. Most noticeable at a stop. |
| 58280 mi C $3000 |
Read - Reed(?) bearing failure. |
| 112000 mi US $315 |
Collapsed Dog Bone Engine Mount |
2009.5 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 182hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 3720 mi | oil leakage from engine oil filter base |
2009 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 114000 mi US $225 |
Engine mounts |
2009 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 176367 mi US $1300 |
drive belt, idler, tensioner replaced due to cracks and out of spec spark plugs replaced (carbon build up) power steering flushed oil change and tire rotation |
2008 Volvo XC90
Engine not specified
| 67000 mi | Dealer identified rotted/worn engine mounts and worn front tires. Sold vehicle to buyer who knew and accepted outstanding maintenance needs. |
2008 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 64500 mi | Grinding on start up and smoke from right front of engine |
| 65500 mi US $200 |
Camshaft Position Sensor bank 2 not working. Replaced sensor with a new one. $66 for a new sensor and $120 + tax for labor. |
| 80000 mi US $620 |
Radiator cooling fan stopped working. Replaced with a new fan (genuine Volvo part). |
| 98500 mi US $1302 |
Replaced broken right front engine mount (spring seat), $394. |
| 101500 mi US $1177 |
Replaced broken left front engine mount (spring seat) Parts: $48 Labor: $150 |
| 76000 mi US $700 |
Cooling fan failed to always come on when needed and needed to be replaced |
| 65300 mi US $2000 |
water pump |
2008 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 138000 mi US $88 |
I replaced the spark plugs. When I started the car, the check engine light came on and the car ran rough. I had a local mechanic look at it. It seems that I crossed the coil wires for the number 1 and 2 cylinders. |
| 88000 mi US $376 |
Replace Fuel Pressure Rail sensor |
| 91000 mi US $3040 |
3 Engine mounts replaced. Front right, and 2 hydraulic mounts. |
| 148100 mi US $140 |
PCV system was clogged and needed replaced |
| 163000 mi US $55 |
Cracked coolant reservoir and hose |
2008 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 30000 mi US $120 |
lof hard starting |
| 77700 mi US $37 |
check engine light |
| 65000 mi US $600 |
Ignition key lock did not turn anymore and was replaced. First temporarily repaired by AAA, had to use a screwdriver as a key for a couple of days. |
| 57000 mi US $650 |
replace water pump |
| 76300 mi US $350 |
replaced leaking gasket that was causing slow oil leak. |
| 94400 mi US $1000 |
Fuel rail pressure sensor replaced. Loose bolt in Alternator drive shaft caused coupling to related parts to be destroyed, resulting in total failure of vehicle's electrical systems, as well as bad battery. Alternator itself was fine. Bolt, coupling gear, related belt, and vehicle's battery all replaced. Damage could have potentially been avoided when alternator was replaced in 2015 by different dealership technicians. |
| 159000 mi US $350 |
Oil box needed rebuilt |
| 151000 mi US $100 |
I completed the repair myself. Alternator Decoupler Pulley Loud noise that dealer was unable to diagnose. |
| 118000 mi US $2800 |
Replace fuel pump rebuild main computer. |
| 122000 mi | Fuel pump went bad again. Replaced with a better one. |
| 160000 mi US $500 |
A coil burnt out because of bad spark plug. Replaced 1 coil and all 6 spark plugs. |
| 79700 mi US $500 |
needed a gas cap. $34 part, but I was charged $120 by dealer for computer diagnosis of "check engine" light Belt tension pulley very slight oil leak. bad seal on vacuum |
| 69000 mi | Heating fan stopped working which caused Volvo to overheat. Since it was still under warranty, Volvo replaced it. |
| 71700 mi US $207 |
Very good service at Secor |
| 98580 mi C $389 |
Defective accessory belt tensioner replace tensioner, belt and idler pully |
| 120900 mi C $214 |
defective MAP sensor replaced |
| 134540 mi C $1650 |
Water pump seized. Replaced water pump, thermostat, idler pulley, tensioner, serpentine bely |
| 131000 mi US $650 |
one way clutch at bottom of engine managed serpentine belt |
2007 Volvo XC90
Engine not specified
| 69440 mi C $1100 |
Muffler had to be replaced |
2007 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 28520 mi €30 |
Turbo hose showed signs of deterioration, replaced. |
2007 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 68000 mi US $900 |
Muffler replaced |
| 38000 mi | Gas cap leak caused emission light. Tech damaged spring that pops gas cap. Scheduled return for repair. |
| 60300 mi US $305 |
emission from fuel tank recirulating blower |
| 47000 mi | Insert key into ignition, was able to turn key to position 1 but could not turn it any further. Ignition lock had to be replaced. |
| 76000 mi US $1000 |
Electric engine cooling fan failed causing the car to overheat. |
| 85000 mi US $1000 |
temp sensor |
| 48000 mi | new gas cap |
| 28000 mi | Ignition lock, where one inserts key to start car, broke internally. This prevented key from turning. Unable to start car. Towed free to dealer through Manuf. roadside assistance. Repair took one day. Covered under warranty. |
| 58000 mi US $1100 |
Cooling fan and fan clutch needed replacing. Car overheated due to issue and needed towing to repair shop. |
| 60000 mi US $800 |
Water pump belt drive loosened from previous repair (transmission). |
| 55000 mi US $150 |
replace drive belt idler pulley (and drive belt as preventive maintenance) |
| 64000 mi US $1400 |
oil leak |
| 73400 mi US $280 |
Broken engine mount |
| 84200 mi US $600 |
Replace valve cover seals |
| 86000 mi US $500 |
replace leak detection pump |
| 94000 mi US $150 |
Fuel leak - fuel filter seam had opened, replaced fuel filter |
| 99000 mi US $700 |
Idler pulleys and belts |
| 19000 mi | Heat shield became loose and was hitting the drive shaft. |
| 44264 mi US $461 |
ECM software upgrade & mass air flow meter replaced under warranty after engine stalled. |
| 46000 mi | ECM software upgrade & mass air flow meter replaced under warranty after engine stalled. broken switchblade ignition key replaced under warranty |
| 65000 mi US $200 |
intermittent short caused misfires (chk enigne light) and vehicle hesitation. Repair was easy, once problem was identified, but that took a while. Intermittent issues are frusrating to track down. |
| 79000 mi | Car died in traffic. The fuel pressure sensor had been intermittently throwing faults for a couple of weeks before the breakdown. |
| 34000 mi | Rear differential control unit malfunctioned, which disabled the AWD system. The control unit needed to be replaced, and the software reflashed. |
| 27200 mi US $1500 |
Also replaced oil temp sensor for rear diff. |
| 55000 mi US $767 |
Ignition Lock Cylinder lockup. Read about lots of other Volvo's with this problem, yet no recall. |
| 48000 mi US $1300 |
FEAD belt broke due to degraded tensioner pulley. Replaced tensioner pulley and accessory pulley. |
| 117800 mi C $450 |
The idler bearing and serpentine belt required replacement. |
| 77400 mi US $100 |
Key would not turn in ignition |
| 80000 mi US $1800 |
Oil Leak and steering problems |
| 96100 mi C $4150 |
Idler pulley for the accessory belt seized and ended up tearing up the timing chain cover on which it was attached. Replaced items include timing cover, idler pulleys, belt tensioner assembly, accessory drive belt, an engine mount, and numerous gaskets. |
2007 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 143500 mi US $400 |
Replaced flame trap box (engine making a loud squeal). Replaced upper torque engine mount (engine making a vibrating noise when accelerating). |
| 180000 mi US $450 |
Engine idler pulley broke and took out two other pulleys and drive belt. |
| 31000 mi | Slight oil leak due to faulty seal on drain plug. Problem appears to be fixed. |
| 34100 mi | diaphragm with oil/air breather, under warranty |
| 50840 mi A $2116 |
replacment of faulty CEM Module |
| 54760 mi A $1052 |
The ignition system locked up without warning, meaning car could not be moved. |
| 64480 mi A $500 |
emission systems problem. Car lost all power and shut down. Towed to mechanic and part replaced. |
2007 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 77000 mi US $225 |
Car threw a CEL. Ran the code, and it indicated a faulty fuel pressure sensor. Replaced sensor. |
| 43000 mi US $750 |
Key would not turn past position 1. Could not start vehicle. Had to have it towed to dealership. |
| 3420 mi | Main computer went out which cause all instrument reading to go out and then the car would not start. Covered under warranty- dealer kept car for 6 days |
| 185000 mi US $1500 |
Spark plugs and one coil |
| 87300 mi C $323 |
check engine light came on solid..did a diagnostic volvo specialist determined it was the EVAC |
| 94020 mi | mechanic noticed oil leaking from engine. does not know from exactly where. hw recomends leaving car there overnight |
| 109740 mi C $675 |
oil leak...repld main gasket. losing 1 liter of oil per 5 months |
| 79360 mi C $300 |
Exhaust issue, nothing done, car sold to mechanic. The fix was estimated at $2500 if using volvo parts, or $900 if using aftermarket parts. |
| 71920 mi C $1500 |
Fuel pump suddenly dead on the road |
| 90520 mi C $600 |
Car broke in the street with steering becoming tough. Towed the car. Belt Tensioner Pulley & Poly Rib Belt replaced. |
| 158000 mi US $500 |
Failure of electric cooling fan |
| 102000 mi US $500 |
Air pump leaking oil |
| 52700 mi US $1688 |
different error codes appeared after test drive. tech now replaced dem pump, oil pump kit. replaced free under easy care extended warranty. |
| 79503 mi US $650 |
replaced variable valve timing solenoids OEM Part |
| 57000 mi US $180 |
Vehicle burned 3 qts of oil since last svc. Low Oil warning message appeared. Eng leaking oil into cyl #6 between upper & lower sections of cylinder head. Eng needs to be opened up & anaerobic sealant needs replacement |
| 70100 mi US $370 |
Issue with low oil level |
| 76200 mi | Engine replacement Completion of engine replacement due to oil consumption |
| 81000 mi US $80 |
Replaced fuel rail sensor |
| 118000 mi US $40 |
Plastic coolant tank broke where one of the hoses attach. Replaced with a new tank. |
| 60600 mi US $959 |
vibration in front end, improper acceleration. Replaced FP PT.#30783079-4 oil pump, FP PT# 31325136. Parts $546.43,Labor $519.80. This included DV-10 vo srv coupon And DV-20 vo srv coupon. |
| 78000 mi US $1300 |
Exhaust pipe and muffler,cabin air changed and oil and oil filter changed |
2006 Volvo XC90
Engine not specified
| 36000 mi | 02 sensor |
2006 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 130000 mi US $2200 |
Spark Plugs were replaced, battery and charging system were checked, CVVT Hubs and CVVT Solenoid replaced |
| 123000 mi US $400 |
PCV system failure (clogged breather box) caused rough starting and poor idle. |
| 77700 mi US $480 |
Right and left engine mounts |
| 73700 mi US $400 |
Engine mounts |
2006 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 156000 mi US $85 |
Muffler bracket welded |
| 137000 mi US $265 |
CEL came on. Repaired something with the PCV. Sold the car the next day. Replaced it with a lower mileage XC90. New owner should have a lot of trouble free miles with the car. |
| 110000 mi US $800 |
Torn intercooler hose caused hesitation and stumbling. Replaced intercooler hose, spark plugs and air filter. |
| 112000 mi US $1000 |
Oil leak. Replaced multiple gaskets. Problem was not fixed. I am living with it for now. My mechanic cannot find the source of the leak. |
| 120000 mi US $180 |
Engine was missing under acceleration. Coil packs and spark plugs were replaced. |
| 38000 mi | Leaking head gasket causing oil leak. |
| Dealer tried to trace faulty start issue with security system. Dealer could not replicate issue but reset computer and software. Problem never occurred again and the issue showed up in Vadis updates in 2010 as an issue. | |
| 62000 mi US $585 |
Replaced vacuum pump and valve. |
| 112700 mi US $1500 |
Loss of engine oil pressure-this was caused by a defective worn o-ring in pick-up tube from oil sump. Result was aeration of oil causing oil pump cavitation which resulted in oil pressure loss, low oil pressure. New Oil Pick-up reseal, clean |
| 161000 mi US $60 |
Replaced stuck VVT valve and gaskets |
| 148000 mi US $840 |
cam gear seals leaking causing timing belt replacement. timing belt oil soaked. |
| 151000 mi | Replaced variable cam timing solenoid. 1st repair attempted with aftermarket part, replaced with oem part. Issue resolved. |
| 111200 mi US $1100 |
No Oil Pressure due to sludge in oil pickup tube. Installed newly designed oil pickup tube and oil pump. |
| 72000 mi | Key stuck in the ignition. Ignition cylinder was replaced. |
| 114040 mi A $4600 |
Engine oil leaks due to failing seals, due to clogged PCV system. Had PCV replaced and all engine oil seals. Failed engine mount. |
| 121820 mi A $1550 |
Engine mount need replacing, again |
| 62620 mi C $823 |
low oil pressure |
| 118000 mi US $600 |
Cracked air hose from crankshaft case tripped a sensor that sent a 042 "Engine System service required" message. Subsequent to fixing that the airflow sensor went off and the air intake + sensor were replaced. |
| 192300 mi US $4650 |
Total loss of engine power due to 1 cylinder going bad. Had to replace the engine block |
| 204700 mi US $688 |
Ignition coils replaced |
| 61000 mi US $100 |
changed spark plugs, added power steering fluid, replaced deteriorated crankcase to oil trap hose, replaced cabin air filter |
| 119660 mi C $300 |
Check engine light combined with reduced engine performance and service engine components messages. Independent garage cleared error codes which is causing problems. |
| 130000 mi US $750 |
Mass airflow sensor and misfire code. Shop was unable to resolve. |
| 155000 mi US $300 |
Replaced electronic throttle body. |
| 169000 mi US $2000 |
previously, the banjo bolt had failed sending the BB into intake manifold (128,000 miles). Unable to properly diagnose, I drove for 40k miles with it idling like a diesel but running well at speed. Repair involved swapping engine with a known good from Volvo salvage yard while completing water pump/timing belt and PCV service on replacement engine. |
| 102700 mi US $300 |
Sudden misfiring. Replaced coil pack. |
| 117000 mi US $800 |
Intermittent code for mass air flow sensor. No change in drivability. MAF replaced. Code returned one month later. Sudden loss of power, misfiring. Two coil packs broken. Replaced all 4 that hadn't yet been replaced. Also changed all spark plugs at this time, as was scheduled to be done at 120k anyway. |
2006 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 157500 mi | Lower than expected fuel economy, replaced worn OEM spark plugs. |
| 178000 mi US $400 |
Replaced leaking valve cover gaskets, also required replacement of intake manifold gaskets. |
| 87000 mi | replace idler pully. $1300 with maintenance. |
| 78300 mi US $900 |
Drive/Serpentine Belt Tensioner made loud noise. Dealer replaced Pulley, Tensioner and the belt. |
| 137000 mi US $700 |
check engine light. Fuel pressure sensor needed replacement. |
| 73200 mi US $400 |
transmission kicks occasionally, was suggested to update TCM software, kicks are still there... |
| 172900 mi | Drive belt broke, replaced belt and pulley tensioner |
| 101000 mi £700 |
Replace tension pulleys and serpentine belt ( maintenance interval by Volvo too long should be 75,000 miles. |
| 24800 mi | Noisy lifters for 30-60 secs. when first started. |
| 41540 mi C $130 |
Bad bearing in Idler pulley for Serpentine belt. Replaced with new dealer pulley. Took one day for part to be ordered in. |
| 108700 mi US $150 |
Fuel Pressure Sensor caused check engine light, owner replaced. |
| 110000 mi US $750 |
Pulley boss broke off of pulley resulting in the need for all pulleys and associated parts to be replaced. Cost could have been much worse (timing chain cover replacement) if not for a creative fix by the mechanic. ( he machined a part) |
| 139500 mi US $250 |
Overflow reservoir cracked it’s nozzle. |
| 88000 mi US $2700 |
Main engine seal leaking/fixed. Both valve covers leaking/repaired |
| 111000 mi US $570 |
Check engine light came on, the Fuel Rail Pressure sensor had to be replaced. Dealer could only get volvo oem parts it would of been about $100-$150 cheaper if I could of purchased a 3rd party part. |
| 174500 mi US $120 |
Accessory drive belt and one pulley replacement. Pulley had a scratch which was wearing the belt very quickly. Third belt replacement in six months, but should be fully repaired with the pulley. |
| 99700 mi US $800 |
radiator failed, allowing trans fluid in cooling system |
| 102000 mi US $1200 |
noisy belts or pulley |
2005.5 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 107700 mi US $270 |
Idler bearings replaced |
| 115000 mi US $1200 |
Fuel pump failure. Fuel pump replaced. |
| 119500 mi US $700 |
Check engine light, codes indicated O2 sensors failed. |
| 122000 mi US $600 |
The ignition broke and had to be replaced. The Key couldn't turn because of the failure and the car could not be started. |
| 127000 mi | Catalytic converter is failing. Will cost $800-1200. Oil leak in rear and front mail seals. Oil leak in the oil pan. |
2005 Volvo XC90
Engine not specified
| 162000 mi US $200 |
Fuel smell. Cracked tube. |
2005 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 268hp 2.9L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 138000 mi US $700 |
Had to put a new engine in it. |
| 99500 mi US $1680 |
Replaced radiator. |
| 106000 mi | Fuel pump was replaced as per factory recall. Flange was leaking fuel creating strong odor in car and possible fire hazard due to leaking fuel near exhaust. Car was part of a pool of cars recalled earlier but the work had never been done. |
| 60000 mi US $225 |
Upper engine motor mount replacement |
| 111600 mi | Fuel pump failing - gas leaking |
| 74000 mi | broken motor mount |
| 79000 mi US $89 |
key wouldn't easily remove from ignition |
2005 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 78500 mi US $1300 |
Fuel pump and fuel sender failure. |
| 103000 mi US $900 |
Motor mount replacement--3 |
| 144000 mi US $2500 |
Camshaft seal and bearing |
| 111000 mi US $450 |
Gas pressure sensor replaced |
| 100300 mi US $200 |
Replaced a leaking motor mount. |
| 126100 mi US $350 |
Cleaned electronic throttle body due to surging at idle. |
2005 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 48000 mi US $2000 |
Engine mounts cracked |
| 22000 mi | Replaced motor mount. |
| 96100 mi | Engine mounts top and bottom replaced. Brake discs and pads replacement on all four wheels. |
| 128000 mi US $1100 |
oil filter thing(not oil filter) muffler bracket broken |
| 80000 mi US $15000 |
Engine Mounts were bad |
| 182000 mi US $590 |
Muffler |
| 43500 mi | engine mounts. |
| 32000 mi | Anti-slip error light. Replaced steering input sensor. |
| 70000 mi US $950 |
manifold failure; caused at rattling sound when cold started which went away as car warmed up manifold failure; caused at rattling sound when cold started which went away as car warmed up |
| 35000 mi US $325 |
Remove and Replaced vent hose to oil trap |
2005 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 161hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 47400 mi £500 |
Fuel sensor defective required a replacement and software update - as car out of warranty although just had to pay £500 |
| 77000 mi £60 |
Engine torque mountings bottom worn/ top broken. Replaced both units. Can now much quieter. |
2005 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 26040 mi $6500 |
OBC message said Anti-skid needed servicing, but no fault codes showed up. After a lot of hours spent on searching for the fault, the rear differential was found to be inoperative and needed replacement. Replaced under optional extended warranty. |
| 101300 mi US $1000 |
Squeaking sound from accessory belts. Replaced serpentine belt and tensioners for around $1000. |
| 95000 mi US $3000 |
bearings in the tensioner pulleys going out making noise sensor i believe was a MAP sensor going bad |
| 108000 mi US $150 |
Some sensor that affected the check engine light failed |
2005 Volvo XC90 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder diesel automatic AWD
| 93000 mi £1000 |
Ignition barrel broke, locking the key so it wouldn't turn past position 1 |
2004.5 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 98000 mi £500 |
split intercooler |
2004 Volvo XC90
Engine not specified
| 95700 mi US $195 |
upper motor/torque mount replaced |
| 150000 mi | ACV cracked |
| 246000 mi US $300 |
Cracked top engine mount |
| 70000 mi £800 |
Car goes into protection mode for no reason |
| 85000 mi | Engine suddenly died while daughter was driving. She ended up in the oncoming lane. Lucky no one was in it at the time. Towed to the nearest Volvo dealer who could find nothing wrong with it (except $2500 list of unrelated repairs). Sold instead. New upper torque mount (broken). Sold instead of repairing. New coolant reservoir (leaking). Sold instead of repairing. New Air Hose (leaking). Fix ignition key (Key part wouldn't stay horizontal). Sold instead of repairing. |
| 51460 mi C $200 |
Broken motor mount. |
2004 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 268hp 2.9L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 129000 mi US $2261 |
check engine light. Front and rear O2 sensors replaced. Right engine mount broken: replaced. |
| 136200 mi US $50 |
Engine mount |
| 137900 mi US $4300 |
oil on drive belt |
| 147300 mi US $435 |
Oil leak |
| 155000 mi US $400 |
Replaced radiator |
| 58000 mi US $1 |
Motor mount was broken |
| 44866 mi A $119 |
Replaced oil cooler hoses due to hose fail and resulting water/coolant leakout. Replaced oil cooler hoses due to hose fail and resulting water/coolant leakout. |
| 145400 mi US $850 |
replace ignition coil and all spark plugs |
| 108000 mi US $1080 |
Replaced broken top engine mount ($85). |
| 180000 mi US $1300 |
Coolant is leaking. In searching for leaks, mechanic noted that a turbocompressor oil leak weakened two short cooling system hoses. Replaced those hoses. Tightens another cooling hose to stop leak. Leak slowed, not all the way gone yet |
| 183000 mi US $115 |
Coolant leak continues. Found leak at the upper radiator connection. Replaced upper hose. Still leaking under pressure, identified a likely crack at the radiator connection. Radiator needs to be replaced. Keeping pressure off to avoid leak |
| 192000 mi US $250 |
Water pump started to leak badly--radiator okay. Having the level sensor of the coolant was extremely valuable to manage the leak while traveling. Since it was almost time for a new timing belt, that was done too, minimizing the actual cost of the repair. |
| 198000 mi | Just a note that an oil leak getting worse, possibly at a turbo. |
| 199000 mi US $130 |
I have a leak of engine oil that has been getting worse. Got it looked at during diagnosis visit. Told the seal of the oil pan needs replacing. Expensive replacement! About $700. Lots of hours... Will wait a bit. |
| 201000 mi | Oil leak never fixed. |
| 88000 mi US $500 |
Dealer found engine was leaking coolant, gave us a quote of $1500 to repair. |
| 56420 mi C $2000 |
Oil leak, timing belt. |
| 57000 mi | Seal on Fuel Tank was broken during wheel bearing repair in May/June 2008. Terribly strong smell of leaking fuel. Car not driveable. Dealer repaired under factory warranty w/o admitting fault. |
| 141700 mi US $539 |
Two of six ignition coils failed. Replaced two ignition coils and six spark plugs at the same time. |
| 149500 mi US $640 |
Ignition lock cylinder failed. Car was towed to dealership and its ignition lock cylinder was replaced. $640 includes $91 towing charges. |
| 53985 mi US $2944 |
Replaced both Turbochargers |
| 65772 mi US $793 |
Replace Thermostat and temperature sensor housing. Replace engine torque mount Replaced engine torque mount. Check engine light eluminated: Replaced engine coolant temp sensor and thermostat. |
| 128000 mi US $640 |
Motor mounts and torque mount replaced |
| 197000 mi US $1200 |
Coolant leak traced to water pump. Oil leak. |
2004 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 66000 mi US $1500 |
O2 sensors and MAF sensor replaced |
| 182000 mi US $200 |
Replaced turbo. Replaced MAF. Replaced oxygen sensor |
| 198700 mi US $120 |
motor mounts were replaced |
| 121000 mi US $300 |
Hangers on exhaust system broke, repaired with aftermarket hanger kit. Check engine light was due to bad gas cap replaced with original equipment also due for state inspection. |
| 134000 mi US $1800 |
replace fuel pump, water pump and timing belt. |
| 155000 mi US $685 |
Replaced spark plugs and defective ignition coil. Also fuel filter |
| 95000 mi US $370 |
found slight oil leak from turbo. |
| 99000 mi | Fuel pump recall. Gas smell in car. Fuel pump had a leak. |
| 105500 mi US $400 |
Radiator cracked. |
| 120000 mi US $600 |
Catalytic Converter was gone. Couldn't pass Calif emissions test. Indy Mech replaced with part from used XC. Cat's been gone for about 10 months now but I just had it fixed. no problems sensed but just couldn't pass emissions. |
| 103300 mi US $1100 |
Tune up and replaced cracking timing belt. Bearing behind timing belt, some rust. |
| 109500 mi US $659 |
Speed Sensor and Brkae sensor failed |
| 92000 mi US $1200 |
Reduced engine performance. Needed new electronic throttle module |
2004 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 40300 mi | Rubber engine mounts needed replaced |
| 148000 mi US $260 |
There was a trottle body code found. The car was running very rough the check engine light was on and the engine service required warning was on. The shop did an induction cleaning to see if it would help. Still running smooth so far. |
| 187000 mi | Replace worn engine mount |
| 210000 mi US $1370 |
Replace PCV / flame trap system And cracked boost hose. |
| 112000 mi US $2000 |
leak in exhaust system. No safety issue and would cost over $1K to replace. Only effect is slightly noisier exhaust system. |
| 128000 mi US $25 |
intermittent thick smoke from exhaust. Possibly coolant leaking into combustion chamber. |
| 132000 mi US $150 |
Oil pump system failure |
| 202000 mi US $1100 |
Radiator leaking fluid. |
| 151000 mi US $2000 |
MAS computer chip AGAIN |
| 152300 mi US $600 |
yet ANOTHER computer chip went out and needed replacing |
| 70500 mi US $300 |
Spark plug failure. Replaced all. |
| 72000 mi | Also new radiator. |
| 73000 mi | Replacement of a bad Turbo Control Valve. |
| 70000 mi US $25 |
Had code P0638 faulty throttle sensor come up. Code was reset and has not come back since. |
| 102920 mi C $600 |
Due to blown gasket from overheating at the shop's fault, the engine was rebuilt at the shop's expense, except for parts costs of timing belt, water pump, spark plugs replaced with new items. |
| 83700 mi C $45 |
rear exhaust bracket that holds muffler in place had rusted through and was causing a "rattle" i simply reinforced the bracket..it now seems to be working fine |
| 93000 mi C $500 |
regular maintenance term plus replace clasps for fuel line |
| 100720 mi C $400 |
engine mount broken |
| 101880 mi C $1200 |
Replaced water pump and timing belts. |
| 120900 mi C $550 |
Engine not running smoothly, power loss. Sounded like not all cylinders firing. Shop found #3 cylinder ignition coil not working. Unit replaced. |
| 119200 mi US $120 |
Light on for intake camshaft timing. Previously purchased timing belt per service manual replacement @ 120k. Replaced timing belt, no issues. Immediately after replacement noticed lifter noise, checked timing, still OK. Lifter noise. Noise got louder. Low oil pressure light came on. Failed connecting rod bearing. Engine oil was full. Cause still unknown. Regular dealer maintained vehicle with records new up to 105k. Work still in progress. |
| 106000 mi US $80 |
The "short" and "long rails" that anchor & protect the fuel line and evaporative return that run from the fuel tank to the engine compartment beneath the cabin floor fell off the car and had to be replaced. Not accident/incident-related. |
| 96100 mi C $260 |
Oxygen sensor failed. Dealership wanted to replace both which would have cost me $1200. I friend replaced only the faulty one: part + his labor = $260. Everything works fine since then. |
2004 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 161hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD
| 112000 mi £600 |
The car was misfiring, so they replaced some sensors and when we got the car back it was still misfiring, so we sent it back and they played with it a bit more and finally fixed the problem. We did not get a clear answer from them as to the problem, but the car is running well again. |
2004 Volvo XC90 4-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 53000 mi | Coolant tubing needed replacement. Small leak under pressure. |
2004 Volvo XC90 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder diesel automated manual AWD
| 74000 mi £430 |
Geartronic gearbox oil change and reprogrammed. |
| 92000 mi | Fuel pipe from fuel pump leaking |
2004 Volvo XC90 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 189700 mi | engine message "reduced engine performance". local auto part shop was unable to get a good reading on problem when plugging into their system. nothing done to date. |
| 192100 mi US $700 |
24May rearend, towbar re-welded; Car now drag & hik-up. Local shop paid 2 tuneup $520 still dragng;diagnostic $0,catlyt converter quote $1700, dealer diagnostic paid $121 quote $5000. Indep volvo Spec shake dust from filters quote $0 no code. |
| 201500 mi | I picked the car up, and drove 10 miles, and the skid cover came off. $129.00- I had it removed. |
| 209300 mi US $16 |
Car hesitating as if to hickup; the engine light's on; I experienced this before autozone recommended adding an additive to fuel which worked. Last year dealer suggested $2300 for tune up, and a local shop $5000 for the same problem. |
2004 Volvo XC90 4-door
5-cylinder automatic AWD
| 140000 mi US $2487 |
Replace Turbo Large Hoses. |
2003 Volvo XC90
Engine not specified
| 118100 mi US $350 |
replaced two motor mounts |
2003 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 268hp 2.8L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 78000 mi US $750 |
Broken motor mount |
| 85000 mi US $1800 |
broken motor mount, fuel pump |
| 48800 mi US $450 |
howling sound when letting off throttle, revised intake tubing installed to minimize intake sound |
| 50900 mi | Losing coolant (Max down to Min) since I got the car used at 48k, problem not resolved yet |
| 105000 mi US $21000 |
TURBO REPLACED ENGINE REPLACED TRANSMISSION REPLACED TRANSFER CASE REPLACED LEFT AXLE REPLACED CUP HOLDERS REPLACED |
| 146300 mi US $500 |
Key would not turn past position 0, locked down. |
| 173000 mi | Still having problems with the ignition switch. Key will not rotate sometimes. |
2003 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 58000 mi US $800 |
Leaking fuel pump (Symptoms: lower gas mileage, difficulty starting, fuel smell, wet fuel tank) Replaced at ind. mechanic with OEM parts. |
| 58500 mi | Continuation of fuel pump repair: Volvo reimbursed for part, since pump was under manufacturer warranty. |
| 61000 mi US $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. |
| 76000 mi US $450 |
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! |
| 84000 mi US $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. |
| 94000 mi US $190 |
Worn out engine mount. Replaced. |
| 111400 mi US $1900 |
Real seal leak was getting worse - replaced all engine rubber seals |
| 144000 mi US $400 |
Replaced faulty alternator |
| 147000 mi US $700 |
Ignition coils cracked, replaced all 5 and spark plugs. Leaky Evap hose replaced. |
| 46648 mi C $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) |
2003 Volvo XC90 4dr SUV
turbocharged 161hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 72788 mi €83 |
replacement top engine support (rubber in alu) |
| 82460 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. |
| 94883 mi €16 |
Also replaced leaking crankcase seal. Also replaced leaking crankcase seal. |
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