2010 Volvo XC90 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2010 Volvo XC90 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (3 reports).

3Recalls
12Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2010 Volvo XC90 recalls

Steering

Recall 11V286May 18, 2011350 vehicles affected

Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System)

Recall 10V566Nov 8, 2010416 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery

Recall 10V147Apr 16, 20102,494 vehicles affected

Most common 2010 Volvo XC90 problems

Problem areas named in the 12 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Structure2
Tires2
Steering2
Unknown Or Other1
Wheels1
Visibility/Wiper1
Air Bags1
Service Brakes1
Engine1

What owners report

2023-04-11, Fuel System, Gasoline
The contact owns a 2010 Volvo XC90. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but the failure persisted. Due to failure, the vehicle was towed to the residence. An independent mechanic arrived at the residence and discovered a leak in the fuel line. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V147000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
2020-09-24, Steering
I WAS DRIVING MY WHEEL LOCKED I CANNOT TURN MY WHEEL
2020-01-16, Engine
ENGINE STALLED AND SHUT DOWN AT HIGHWAY SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH. TWO CONSECUTIVE TANKFULS AT ABOUT 1/4 TANK OR 135 MILES TO EMPTY. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. RESTARTED ENGINE AND LIMPED TO NEAREST GAS STATION. AFTER FILLUP ENGINE LIGHT CLEARED AND IT DROVE FINE UNTIL DOWN TO APPROX A QUARTER TANK AGAIN WHEN IT REOCCURRED.
2019-09-20, Fuel/Propulsion System
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
2019-05-24, Service Brakes
STEERING OFTEN SHAKES AND IS HARD TO CONTROL GOING OVER 50 MILES PER HOUR. STEERING COLUMN STICKS AT TIMES AND THEN IS VERY WOBBLY.

2010 Volvo XC90 questions

Does the 2010 Volvo XC90 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2010 Volvo XC90: Steering; Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System); Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Volvo XC90?

Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (3), Structure (2), Tires (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 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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