2011 Volvo Xc90 AWD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Volvo Xc90 AWD; the most frequently affected component is steering. Owners filed 19 complaints, most often about electrical system. Among the 16 model years of this model in the database, 2011 ranks #15 for number of recalls.

Recalls1

Complaints19

Fires reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

SteeringCampaign 11V286000 · 18 May 2011

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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 19 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Electrical system5 · 26%

Engine5 · 26%

Power train3 · 16%

Seat belts2 · 11%

Steering2 · 11%

Engine and engine cooling2 · 11%

Service brakes2 · 11%

Fuel system1 · 5%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

The battery in the vehicle fails due to a drain in the power systems because of a failure in software systems ,this fault is known to volvo and they refuse to repair .if the car is not driven every day the electronic systems search for blue tooth phone signals and satellite radio signals causing a drain on the…
Electrical system · Dec 2014 · NHTSA complaint record

Driver seat belt does not fully retract after every release. It will be loose until you guide it up to the hole. It is kind of okay for now but i have no doubt this issue could get worse. I am also almost certain this is similar to recall #r10029 that affects our 2011 xc60. The part must be worn. It still retracts…
Seat belts · Dec 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

Whining noise in steering..... I checked and leaking power steering fluid in 2015... Also in 2016, and now again in 2017... I added fluid each time....
Steering · Oct 2017 · NHTSA complaint record

Shortly after we purchased our 2011 volvo xc90 brand new we have experienced a lags in acceleration. When accelerating the car would roll very slowly unless the accelerator pedal was completely floored. We waited until our routine oil change was due to have it checked out, and we were told by the dealer that they…
Engine and engine cooling · Apr 2011 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

Full specifications All model years 2011 Volvo lineup

Source

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.

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