2006 Volvo XC90 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2006 Volvo XC90 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 4 fires, 3 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (16 reports).

3Recalls
53Owner complaints
4Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2006 Volvo XC90 recalls

Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System)

Recall 10V566Nov 8, 2010416 vehicles affected

Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly

Recall 06V155May 5, 2006126,743 vehicles affected

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer

Recall 06V144Apr 28, 2006122,431 vehicles affected

Most common 2006 Volvo XC90 problems

Problem areas named in the 53 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System16
Tires8
Engine6
Unknown Or Other5
Fuel System, Gasoline4
Exterior Lighting4
Wheels3
Structure3
Power Train3
Suspension3

What owners report

2026-03-23, Electrical System
Had to replace emission coil plugs.My mechanics said it has wiring issues
2025-03-16, Electrical System
Vehicle is slightly off-balance no matter if I do an alignment ball joints seem to always get affected. I’m not sure if the hydraulics are working correctly. Yesterday I just started leaking antifreeze fluid.
2024-04-11, Electrical System
Awakened to lights flashing, horn going off, wipers running on a vehicle that was parked with keys removed. The cem underneath driver's side dash had gotten wet from rain water leaking into it and subsequently shorted out requiring $2350 replacement via dealer. This IS A Huge problem.... however, and wait for it. IT IS NOT DUE TO THE SUNROOF.... I know this with absolute certainty because I have 3 2006-2010 xc90's and NONE HAVE SUNROOFS but all 3 had to have CEM reprogrammed. I can't understand why NOTHING has been done about this... it's absurd.
2023-06-06, Unknown Or Other
The tensioner pulley for the serpentine belt seized up while traveling at 70 mph, melting the serpentine belt and causing an engine fire.
2022-08-15, Vehicle Speed Control
The contact owned a 2006 Volvo XC90. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal to park the vehicle when the vehicle's RPMs revved up causing the vehicle to unintentionally accelerate and crash into the wall in front. The air bags did not deploy. After the crash occurred, the low coolant warning light failed. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries to their scrotum and rib area. The contact was a physician and therefore provided their own medical care. The vehicle was towed and deemed totaled. The contact stated their insurance diagnosed that the vehicle experienced sudden acceleration. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mi

2006 Volvo XC90 questions

Does the 2006 Volvo XC90 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2006 Volvo XC90: Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System); 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 2006 Volvo XC90?

Based on 53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (16), Tires (8), Engine (6).

How do I check if a recall on my 2006 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.

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