2010 VOLVO XC90 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
16
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
7
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2010 VOLVO XC90
The 2010 VOLVO XC90 has received a total of 16 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STEERING, EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM), FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY. 7 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volvo Car USA, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Fuelpropulsion System (3 complaints), Steering (2 complaints), and Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2010 VOLVO XC90
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2010 VOLVO XC90, potentially affecting up to 3,260 vehicles.
Recall 11V286000 — STEERING
| 350 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Recall 10V566000 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
| 416 vehicles affected
Defect: VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
Consequence: 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...
View full details →Recall 10V147000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
| 2,494 vehicles affected
Defect: VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 XC90 VEHICLES. A LEAK MAY DEVELOP IN THE FUEL LINE BETWEEN THE LINE AND A CONNECTOR.
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2010 VOLVO XC90
16 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2010 VOLVO XC90. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuelpropulsion System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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.
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.
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.
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
Safety Rating for the 2010 VOLVO XC90
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2010 VOLVO XC90 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2010 VOLVO XC90
Volvo Car USA, LLC has issued 7 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2010 VOLVO XC90. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
TJ34141.1.0-2018 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: Performing a Total Upgrade, Service 2.0 or PDS Upgrade after the 2018 week 40 software release, will reset the sound settings back to default settings on the MY 2016 - 2018 vehicles listed above. The new software packages contain updated IHU software that will reset...
US22495 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VOLVO: THE PROCEDURE IF THERE IS AN OIL LEAK COMING FROM THE ANGLE GEAR FILL PLUG. *RM
TJ-7749 — WHEELS:SPACE SAVER WHEEL
VOLVO: SPARE WHEEL WINCH, TANGLED RELEASE WIRE. THE WINCH FOR THE SPARE WHEEL MAY GET STUCK DUE TO AN ENTANGLED RELEASE WIRE. ITS POSSIBLE TO RELEASE THE SPARE WHEEL BUT IT MAY GET STUCK WHEN THE WIRE IS REWOUND. THE ROOT CAUSE COULD BE DUE TO A GUIDE RAIL FOR...
RTJ-21524 — STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
VOLVO: TAILGATE BUMP STOPS, ADJUSTMENTS FOR BOOMING IN 3RD ROW SEAT. A BOOMING PULSATION MAY BE FELT OR HEARD IN THE 3RD ROW SEATS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED IN DRIVE, WITH THE BRAKE APPLIED, AND THE ENGINE AT IDLE. *PE
RTJ-21762 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VOLVO: DIFFERENTIAL ELECTRONIC MODULE (DEM) SOFTWARE FOR BOOMING IN 3RD ROW SEAT. A BOOMING PULSATION MAY BE FELT OR HEARD IN THE 3RD ROW SEATS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED IN DRIVE, WITH THE BRAKE APPLIED, AND THE ENGINE AT IDLE. *PE
RTJ-21762 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
VOLVO: DIFFERENTIAL ELECTRONIC MODULE (DEM) SOFTWARE FOR BOOMING IN 3RD ROW SEAT. A BOOMING PULSATION MAY BE FELT OR HEARD IN THE 3RD ROW SEATS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED IN DRIVE, WITH THE BRAKE APPLIED, AND THE ENGINE AT IDLE. *PE
RTJ-21225 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
VOLVO: THE TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION FOR THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER LOCATING PINS IS INCORRECT IN VIDA. THE CORRECT TORQUE VALE IS 60 NM (44.3FT. LBS). THE TORQUE SPECIFICATION WILL BE UPDATED IN THE VIDA 2009D RELEASE. *PE
NHTSA Investigations for the 2010 VOLVO XC90
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the VOLVO XC90
- 2005 VOLVO XC90 — 304 complaints
- 2006 VOLVO XC90 — 72 complaints
- 2007 VOLVO XC90 — 59 complaints
- 2008 VOLVO XC90 — 44 complaints
- 2009 VOLVO XC90 — 11 complaints
- 2010 VOLVO XC90 (current)
- 2011 VOLVO XC90 — 30 complaints
- 2012 VOLVO XC90 — 6 complaints
- 2013 VOLVO XC90 — 13 complaints
- 2014 VOLVO XC90 — 7 complaints
- 2015 VOLVO XC90 — 0 complaints
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