The 2005 Volvo XC90 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 223 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 3 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (64 reports).
2005 Volvo XC90 recalls
Most common 2005 Volvo XC90 problems
Problem areas named in the 223 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 64 |
| Electrical System | 51 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 40 |
| Engine | 29 |
| Exterior Lighting | 25 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 22 |
| Steering | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 |
| Unknown Or Other | 9 |
| Tires | 6 |
What owners report
I was getting off the highway and made a left turn. As I was accelerating the motor gentle cut off.. (You wouldnt even notice if you wasnt driving) Full Traffic was behind me, so luckily I was able to get out of the way and pull to shoulder. It was the day before Christmas and car hasn't ran since. Upon investigation I found the CEM was effected. When the car died I was in left hand lane and I had to make my way to right, the shoulder. Yes the problem was diagnosed by myself. However I did investigation and researched using all data at library. It has not been inspected by anyone else. There where no warning lamps or messages prior to the failure. It happened all of a sudden in the mid
Iâve had to change my fuel injection pump and catalytic convert twice on one year.
ADAS, AIR BAR Warning lights/urgent and High Gas fumes coming out from the rear seats when fully filled gas. We had called 800-458-1552 and guided us to plug in our VIN [XXX] on www.volvocars.com and nothing showed as far as recall and told us that these recalls expired and our 2005 Volvo are not eligible. 2005 Volvo XC90 that relates to NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V483000, Make: VOLVO Model: XC90 Model Year: 2005 Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. Mfr's Report Date: DEC 17, 2009 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V483000 NHTSA Action Number: PE09039 Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEELIVERY:FUEL PUMP Potential Number of Units Affected: 136100 Summary: VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2001-2005
Water is leaking from the windshield into the driver and passenger side inside on the window obstructing my view while driving. Cannot drive the vehicle while itâs raining. Serious safety problem! Please recall and fix all Volvos with this problem.
I HAD FILLED AN EARLIER COMPLAINT AND THIS TO BE ADDED TO THE EARLIER FORM THAT I HAD FILLED NEEDS TO GO TO THE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT. SEE PHOTO THE ELECTRICAL COMPLAINT FROM THE MAGNETIC ELECTRICAL BEINGS IN ME AND IN THIS PICTURE I BELIEVE IS ABOUT DESIGN OF THE FUSES IN VEHICLE AND WHAT THEY ARE TRYIN TO COMMUNICATE HERE I BELIEVE WOULD BE THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THE POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE CONNECTIONS LIKE WHAT IT IS DOING TO THEM AS IT GOES THROUGH THOSE TYPES OF FUSES. WHAT I BELIEVE TO BE WHAT HAPPENS TO THEM IN THOSE PLASTIC FUSES AND WOULD LIKE THEM THE FUSE TO BE DESIGNED FURTHER APART A LITTLE BIT BIGGER THAN A PENNY AND WITH THE CONNECTION STRAIGHT ACROSS AND NOT GOING UP AND DOWN AN
2005 Volvo XC90 questions
Does the 2005 Volvo XC90 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2005 Volvo XC90: Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System); Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump; Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery:Cables; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Volvo XC90?
Based on 223 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (64), Electrical System (51), Engine And Engine Cooling (40).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Volvo XC90 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.