NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2010 Volvo Xc90 AWD; the most frequently affected component is steering. Owners filed 12 complaints, most often about fuel/propulsion system. Among the 16 model years of this model in the database, 2010 ranks #11 for number of recalls.
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
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.
Problem: Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010 xc90 vehicles. A leak may develop in the fuel line between the line and a connector.
Risk: Fuel odor may be detected. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can lead to a fire at the right front wheel.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the date code printed on the fuel line and replace the fuel pressure line if it falls within the recalled range free of charge. The recall began on april 23, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
What owners complain about
Share of the 12 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Fuel/propulsion system3 · 25%
Tires2 · 17%
Steering2 · 17%
Structure2 · 17%
Wheels1 · 8%
Air bags1 · 8%
Service brakes1 · 8%
Fuel system1 · 8%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
The spare tire cable assembly broke, causing spare tire to drop from under vehicle while parked in garage. The cable assembly dismounted from the carrier nut. Spare tire has never been used my owner. If vehicle was traveling on road at time of cable malfunction, would have caused an accident or possible death. Please…
Drove volvo one day ago and while driving on rural highway road early morning in the dark, vehicle without warning totally shut down in middle of road and stalled out. Had to veer off road and coast on incline with not much momentum due to cars behind me. Was dangerous situation, but luckily got vehicle into small…
I pulled down the spare tire in our 2010 xc90 today to repair a flat (i think this may be the first time we have had to do so). There are 4 large burned and melted areas (as if it had been on a giant grill) on the sidewall of the spare tire that faces the undercarriage where it is suspended underneath the rear of the…
The vehicle gets a strong gas smell inside the driving area when gas tank filled. No fuel found to be leaking. Smell comes from under floor by backseats
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.