2011 VOLVO XC90 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
30
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
9
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2011 VOLVO XC90
The 2011 VOLVO XC90 has received a total of 30 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STEERING. 9 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volvo Car USA, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (5 complaints), Engine (5 complaints), and Engine And Engine Cooling (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2011 VOLVO XC90
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2011 VOLVO XC90, potentially affecting up to 350 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 →Owner Complaints for the 2011 VOLVO XC90
30 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2011 VOLVO XC90. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmission | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Beltsfrontwarning Lightdevices | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The catillatic converter exploded as we started the vehicle .was a very loud explosion..no fire but lots of smoke.
The contact owns a 2011 Volvo XC90. The contact stated that the check engine warning lights was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and suggested that the vehicle be taken to a dealer to be diagnosed. The failure mileage was approximately 128,000.
Electrical, Brake lights suddenly stopped working on both sides at once. I checked the fuse only to be told a relay may be the issue. The location of said relay is vague and not serviceable by owner. Risk of rear end collision. Of following traffic
Electrical, Brake lights suddenly stopped working on both sides at once. I checked the fuse only to be told a relay may be the issue. The location of said relay is vague and not serviceable by owner. Risk of rear end collision. Of following traffic
Electrical, Brake lights suddenly stopped working on both sides at once. I checked the fuse only to be told a relay may be the issue. The location of said relay is vague and not serviceable by owner. Risk of rear end collision. Of following traffic
Safety Rating for the 2011 VOLVO XC90
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2011 VOLVO XC90 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2011 VOLVO XC90
Volvo Car USA, LLC has issued 9 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2011 VOLVO XC90. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SMB00-015-2020-1 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Service Manager Bulletin : Volvo Electric Vehicle Technical De-Energization Permit to Work Form
ST-228 — EQUIPMENT
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Kits 33300313 and 33300315
TJ25788 1 3-2017 — LANE DEPARTURE
Title BLIS fault tracing . Status Released Status 2012 - Ref No US25788.1.1 en - US Date 04 - 16 Issue 2012 - Issuer - Date 01 - 19 Vida Partner 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America Reference Func Group 8462 Func Desc electrical outside mirrors , compl Attachment...
TJ 31847.1.0-201 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
The front MMS (MMS2) is no longer available as spare part. The vehicle can be adapted to use an IMS instead.
TJ31847.1.0-2016 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
The front MMS (MMS2) is no longer available as spare part. The vehicle can be adapted to use an IMS instead.
TJ-25329 — WHEELS:HUB
VOLVO: ON SOME VEHICLES, THE STEERING KNUCKLE WOULD HAVE WHEEL HUB DISPLACED AND WOULD TO REPLACE WHEEL HUB. *PE
TJ-27485 — POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
VOLVO: DUE TO INSUFFICIENT CLAMPING FORCE, FROM THE RIGHT HAND DRIVER SHAFT BEARING CAP, THERE IS NOISE AND SHOULD BE REPLACED. MODEL 2011-2013 XC90. *PE
TJ 27303 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
HEADLAMP MOISTURE DUE TO BROKEN GUIDE PIN. VOLVO. *KB
TJ-13766 — PARKING BRAKE
VOLVO: REAR PARKING ASSISTANCE SENSORS MAY GIVE FALSE DETECTIONS IN WET CONDITIONS. *RM
NHTSA Investigations for the 2011 VOLVO XC90
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the VOLVO XC90
- 2006 VOLVO XC90 — 72 complaints
- 2007 VOLVO XC90 — 59 complaints
- 2008 VOLVO XC90 — 44 complaints
- 2009 VOLVO XC90 — 11 complaints
- 2010 VOLVO XC90 — 16 complaints
- 2011 VOLVO XC90 (current)
- 2012 VOLVO XC90 — 6 complaints
- 2013 VOLVO XC90 — 13 complaints
- 2014 VOLVO XC90 — 7 complaints
- 2015 VOLVO XC90 — 0 complaints
- 2016 VOLVO XC90 — 296 complaints
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