NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2008 Volvo Xc90 AWD; the most frequently affected component is equipment — navigational system(global positioning system). Owners filed 29 complaints, most often about electrical system. Among the 16 model years of this model in the database, 2008 ranks #10 for number of recalls.
Problem: Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
Risk: An overheated battery could lead to a fire.
Remedy: Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable gps device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit is affected. The unit's battery will be replaced with a new battery and a spacer will be inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. This service will 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.
Engine and engine cooling — EngineCampaign 08V206000 · 06 May 2008
Problem: Volvo is recalling 102 my 2008 xc90 and s80 vehicles equipped with v8 engines. These vehicles may have been built with incorrect bolts to the engine mount.
Risk: The aluminum bracket for the engine mount could break due to lack of adequate clamping force. This could cause the engine to come in contact with the sub-frame, ultimately resulting in a reduced engine torque or stalling of the engine without prior warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine mount bolts for specific markings. If any of the bolts contain the incorrect markings, the bracket and bolts will be replaced. All owners have been contacted and arrangements have been made to repair these vehicles.
Visibility — Defroster/defogger/HVAC systemCampaign 07V563000 · 12 Dec 2007
Problem: 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.
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.
Remedy: The ecm software will be upgraded. The recall began on january 28, 2008. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
What owners complain about
Share of the 29 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Electrical system8 · 28%
Engine6 · 21%
Power train4 · 14%
Seat belts4 · 14%
Unknown or other3 · 10%
Electronic stability control (esc)3 · 10%
Fuel/propulsion system3 · 10%
Engine and engine cooling2 · 7%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volvo xc90. The contact stated that the anti-lock brake warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the yaw sensors a and d needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate…
I own a 2008 xc90 with only 21000 miles on it. While driving, with my child in my car, i received a message "reduced engine performance" and my car started sputtering. I barely made it home, going over a small hill was a struggle. Mind you, this happened at night and i was scared to death that i was going to be…
Excessive vibration/shaking in the drive train of a v8 engine xc90 during light/moderate acceleration (severe shaking during full throttle acceleration). According to a number of volvo dealer service advisors, this vibration/shaking has been a 'major issue' caused by failing right side front axles (350.00) &/or…
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volvo xc90. While driving approximately 30 mph, the temperature gauge displayed that the vehicle was overheated. The dealer diagnosed that cylinder three and six needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.