KnownCarProblems2007 Volvo XC90 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 38 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Volvo XC90, most often about the electrical (37% of complaints, typically around 75,000 miles). It is 11th of 22 XC90 model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2007 Volvo XC90 problems
Electrical
14 complaints · 37%Half of these problems showed up before 75,000 miles. Parts named most often: 12v/24v/48v battery.
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 stopping, warnings appeared…
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, and this prior…
Engine
6 complaints · 16%Half of these problems showed up before 121,500 miles. Parts named most often: engine, cooling system.
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 to let it cool…
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.
Brakes
5 complaints · 13%Parts named most often: foundation components.
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 braking and brakes…
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, driveline damage, loss of…
Transmission
5 complaints · 13%Half of these problems showed up before 73,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission.
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, and this prior…
The transmission on the 2007 Volvo xc 90 t6 are failing early at an alarming rate. Mine has failed at 70k miles, leaving me stranded. This is noted to be a common occurrence and is well described in discussion forums, with many transmissions failing before 30k miles.
Steering
4 complaints · 11%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, railroad crossings etc.…
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.
Other or unspecified
4 complaints · 11%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 alarmed. Car turns over.…
Suspension
3 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: front, rear.
Rear left suspension part known as "stay bar" broke causing rear left tire to wobble uncontrollably. Failure occurred at low speed while coming to a stop so damage was limited and injuries avoided.
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
Wheels and tires
3 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: pressure monitoring and regulating systems.
July 4, 2010 in reply to: VIN# [] 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 to include three separate…
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 vehicle is about 4.5…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2007 Volvo XC90 recalls
Equipment: navigational system(global positioning system)
Risk: An overheated battery could lead to a fire.
Fix: 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 be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 18, 2010. Owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.
Full defect summary
Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (GPS) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
Visibility and wipers: defroster/defogger/hvac system
Risk: 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.
Fix: The ECM software will be upgraded. The recall began on january 28, 2008. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Full defect summary
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) during that driving cycle.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2007 Volvo XC90
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Volvo XC90?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (14 complaints, typically around 75,000 miles); engine (6 complaints, typically around 121,500 miles); brakes (5 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2007 Volvo XC90 have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from November 8, 2010 (equipment). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2007 a bad year for the Volvo XC90?
- It is 11th of 22 XC90 model years by number of complaints, with 38 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.