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Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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XC90 Lemon
I bought my 2003 XC90 T6 from Byers Volvo in the Columbus, OH area. It had 48,572 miles at time of purchase. At just under 78,000 miles I was driving through a Wal-Mart parking lot in winter & the "Transmission Service Urgent" light came on. Before I made it to the road, the vehicle stopped accelerating & I had to have it towed to Byers. They checked it out & of ... Read More
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2005 Volvo XC90 'Transmission Service Urgent'
Hello there. I desperately need some advise. I own a 2005 Volvo XC90 purchased in 2009 in NJ. It wasn't bought from a Volvo dealership so I don't know if I am covered in anything. As many of you there, my transmission gave out at 86,000 miles and tech at Volvo Dealership insisted that I need a new transmission which will cost about $7000. I didn't know that this type of ... Read More
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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Axel problem Volvo XC90
I have a 2003 xc90. It has 75k on it. Im the only owner and its been serviced at the dealer only As I was driving down the highway this evening the front left wheel basically fell off. Luckily we werent going that fast and we are all ok, but we were stuck in the middle of the highway with rushing by at 50mph. Hard to say exactly what happened because ... Read More
Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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RE:Support in Canada
You have to contact "Volvo Canada" and state your case...if your car is a 2003-2005 XC90 (the T6 engine is the problem..too powerful for that CRAP GM trannie they put in...they are all ticking time bombs!!!!) with the transmission gone Volvo Canada will pay for the parts worth $5500 and you pay the labour (in US they cover both parts & labour) You need to be prepared and call them 1st ... Read More
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Second transmission needed
Hi, I had the transmission replaced to my 2003 XC90 at 95,000 miles. I took the car to be looked at at Smythe Volvo in Summit, New Jersey. They said a new transmission would cost $5K. My friend told me to look online because there were many other people who owned a XC90 Volvo with the same problem. I am quite sure Smythe Volvo knew about this and said nothing to ... Read More
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Re: What steps should I take... please? [twixieslc]
Hi All, first I want to thank everyone for sharing all of their expeirences regarding the XC90 Transmission. Now I need your advice. I am looking to purchase a 2003 XC90 T6 with 91547 miles on it. After reading all these posts, I'm getting a little apprehensive about the purchase. What should be a red light to me is that the used car dealership that I was planning to purchase the ... Read More
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Re: Volvo came up Short om the Transmission [baffledtxn]
The transmission on my 2004 T6 was replaced twice by the dealership, Don Beyer Volvo of Falls Church, Virginia, under my warranty and service contract. Don Beyer Volvo is a well regarded dealership in the DC area, where Volvos are as popular as BMWs. DBV is rated highly for both sales and service. High quality, similarly sized loaners are generally available, especially with reservations. Loaners are usually new cars, with a ... Read More
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Re: Class Action Lawsuit [laws65]
no, they don't require old parts. They haven't asked for our old parts. However we have been involved for over a year now so I don't know. My story is that I bought a 2003 xc90 in 2007 from a reputable dealer. 1 month after purchasing the car the transmission fails. The dealership only had a 30 day warranty and the car had 40 thousand miles so the factory warranty wasn't ... Read More
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Xc90 Transmission
Hi, read your notes and story on forum and wanted to know if you could send the pdf files regarding the manual for the transmission. My car has 87K miles and my mechanic has advised that I will need a new one. Volvo wants me to bring it in for them to look at so they can determine if anything they can do??My mechanic advised they were vague on whether the ... Read More
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Re: Class Action Lawsuit [verot6]
Please post more information when you are done with the deposition. I have a 2003 XC90 T6, 108K miles, and it is in the shop for a transmission replacement. This will be the third transmission since the warranty expired at 100k. The first time it happened at 102k. The Volvo dealer, who by the way I bought the car from 4 years earlier, told me that there was nothing he could ... Read More
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2003 volvo xc90 transmission light on
Fellows i need your help.I picture of a transmission lights up on my dash only if i go over 70mph,then goes off if i re-start the car.I had my local mechanic re set the codes but it comes back on after 70mpg.The car shifts and drives fine.What shall i do.I know if i go to volvo they will try to sell me a transmission
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5 Cylinder vs 6 Cylinder
I am about to pull the trigger on a 2004 XC90 w/ the T6 tranny. Looks like this has a very high percentage rate of failure. I currently have a 2003 5 cylinder w/ 105K miles that I got used at 65K. No problems really except 2 tie rods & now my radiator is "stuck" on full blast. I was hoping to get into a new XC90 w/ lower mileage but ... Read More
Volvo XC90 Electronics and Navigation
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Replace factory NAV?
The factory NAV DVD player on my 2003 Xc90 T6 with 110K miles is now displaying "can not read disc." I am told that Vovlo replaces and does not repair and to replace the DVD player would be about $850 including unit, synchronizing and labor. Ouch... my plan to keep this car for a long time is failing miserably since just about everything you can imagine (and can't imagine ie... dashboard ... Read More
Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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I think I m having the same problem
Just bought a 2003 XC90 T6 with 118k miles, no warranty, no CPO of course, and was wondering if anyone has had theirs successfully replaced and covered at little or no charge with no warranty. Is volvo considering this a "recall" or "defective" product and taking care of the problem. Also I have put less than 100 miles on this one myself, sold as is...... A little more history: 1. After ... Read More
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Re: XC90 Transmission - Rant/Rave/Rant/Rave [mplsawd]
I am having the exact same problem. That horrible "transmission service urgent" message appeared while driving home. I have a 2003 XC90 with 109,000 miles. Prior to this issue, I have sunk $3,000 into the car in the last 3 months. That included the 105,000 service, where the timing belt needed replaced, the clogged sunroof had to be repaired & the brake pads & rotors were replaced. Next came the "breather ... Read More
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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2003 XC90 CV joint grease mixing with trans fluid
My independent Volvo repair reported that my car has CV joint grease mixing with the transmission fluid. He found transmission fluid leaking out of the wheel end of the axle. He suspects plug at inner end of axle came loose. Anyone else had a similar issue? Would love to get Volvo to repair it for me at their cost. Car only has 57K miles.
Volvo XC90 Tires and Wheels
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Re: 245 65 R17 on 08 AWD XC90? [ole57]
If you go to a larger size of tire Volvo will not warranty the tires nor any other problem with tire wear or alignment issue. I now have close to 21000 on my Scorpion Zeros and plenty of road wear left. Rotation is the key I think. I checked with America's Tire and Hankook is a good replacement option. 50,000 mile warranty and a "harder" tire than the Scorpion Zero. With ... Read More
Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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Re: Class action against Volvo regarding T6 [dcxplant]
Sign me up for a Class Action!!! We purchased two 2004 XC90s and both have needed new transmissions. The first was covered under warrenty but the second car was not and the dealer fully acknowledges the large amount of transmission failures. Then top it off with the $750 bill just to diagnose the problem and then gave us a $10,000 estimate to repair. Since then I have been inquiring; if you ... Read More
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Transmission needing replaced for 2nd time
Here's just another Volvo XC90 I can add to the list that's had horrible transmission issues. I bought my 2003 XC90 T6 in April of 06. Five months later, the transmission needed replaced with only about 35,000 miles. Luckily it was under warranty at the time. Fast forward to January 2010 about a week and a half ago. My 'service transmission required' light comes on, so I take it to Volvo ... Read More
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Re: XC90 Transmission Volvo doing the right thing! [lookingtohelp]
hi I bought a volvo 2003 and it has 52000 miles on it now and the tranny needs to be replaced.I don't know who to contact for help,we just moved to damascus pa and volvo wants 5700.00 to replace the tranny.I have been driving volvos for the past 10 years and have been happy.Is there someone to contact for help.I am so lost on what to do,with a new baby and ... Read More
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Re: XC90 Transmission Volvo doing the right thing! [lookingtohelp]
Hi lookingtohelp. I have question, who are you to say that there is no reason to join a class action suit for 2003-2005 XC90 T6 transmission? If I were you, I'd help Volvo explain their GOODWILL to the judge and the owners who got shafted by this bad engine/transmission match. FYI, I own a XC90 3.2, but I just can't stand your rhetorics and the way you slam the T6 owners ... Read More
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XC90 Transmission Volvo doing the right thing!
Hello All, There is no reason to join a class action law suit for 2003 - 2005 XC90 T6 Transmissions. Volvo will cover these 100% up to 100,000 miles! This is more than generous! What more can Volvo do? They have admitted to the problem and they will stand behind their product! Stop thinking that Volvo owns your vehicle forever! It's time to take possession of your vehicle. Your retailer is ... Read More
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Class Action lawsuit XC90 T6 Transmissions 03-05
For those of you looking for some recourse regarding the dysfunctional transmissions recurrently put in the 2003-2005 Volvo XC90s - see this website to join the class action lawsuit. Volvo knew the problem existed very early and continued to replace transmissions with rebuilt and faulty transmissions that had to be replaced again - If you are like us, we have spent thousands and tons of time while receiving horrible service. I ... Read More
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Re: XC90 Transmission Failure 2006[jnjdennis]
Jeremy, I am sorry to hear that you have joined the club. Volvo has sworn over-and-over that the transmission problem was limited to the 2003 through 2005 models. They send they re-designed them and stopped getting them from GM in 2005. I guess not, now that the 2006's are getting up in years and mileage. Good luck with Volvo Cars of North America, we have one of the first 2003 XC90s ... Read More
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Re: XC90 transmission failure [recall5]
I am reading this forum today. I am to pick up my Volvo XC90. First time, a service and diagnostic ($450) but told them I was having problem with it not going in gear after a stop. After picking it up, the red ! light kept continued coming on when I got it back. When I would go to pass or pull out, it would not "go" and it was stuck ... Read More
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Run away from the XC90s - on our 4th transmission as of this morning...
We have a 2003 XC90 T6. One of the first off the boat, December 2002, I believe it was the 2nd boat with XC90s (the 3rd sank in the English Channel). The first tranny went around 36K, slipping gears, slow shifts, etc. Replaced with a rebuilt, since that is all that is available, luckily under the Volvo warranty. The second tranny went this past March, at around 80K, in a spectacular ... Read More
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FYI - Volvo and "Cash for Clunkers" Program
I am not sure if anyone would care, but I just found out that the 2003 Volvo XC90 is acceptable for the "Cash for Clunkers" incentive. Please do not take offense to this as I know that there are people that do not agree with this program but for me, it's a way out to dump this crappy car that I so regret purchasing just 8 months ago! I hope to ... Read More
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transmission problem
I am second owner of a 2003 XC90 with 84k miles on it. The car is all that I expected and loved it ..........before this issue. Can someone tell me how to get Volvo to step up and fix the problem? Initial reaction from the local dealer is "there is nothing they can do".
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A FEW COMMENTS & A REQUEST FOR ADVICE
Greetings, one and all. I accidentally stumbled upon this Volvo XC90 T6 forum while trying to get feedback on the just-released 3.2L version of the new 2010 Volvo XC60. I've read every message in this forum and re-read some of them. Being a car buff who diligently reads numerous car magazines, I must admit that this was the first I had heard of the Volvo XC90 T6 transmission problem. I am ... Read More
Volvo XC90 brakes and rotors replaced much too often!
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Re: brakes & rotors replaced much too often! [tidester]
I own a 2003 Volvo XC90 T6, purchased new in March, 2003. It has about 56,500 miles. As you may know, 2003 was the first year for the Volvo XC90. I have my Volvo serviced regularly and have had minimal problems with it. There were a couple of recall repairs, which seems to be the norm for just about any new vehicle nowadays. I have had absolutely no brake-related problems. While ... Read More
Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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$8300 plus tax
Hello All, 2003 XC90 T6 AWD, 78,185 miles, I am the 2nd owner bought it with 58,000 miles 2 years ago. Previous owner gave me his Volvo service records. 60,000 mile service everything was fine. Unfortunately... now I have joined your group. July 2, 2009 while driving 7 miles at 25-40 mph, the dreaded "TRANSMISSION SERVICE URGENT" light came on. Took it to my local mechanic who said error code "TCM ... Read More
Volvo XC90 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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No knowledge of Volvo's...help!!!
My husband is in the military overseas right now and has asked me to start looking for a nice used car. So today I found a volvo xc90 (fully loaded) 2003. I was told it was the larger v-6 engine. (whatever that may be?) It is a private seller asking 13,900. It has 83,000 miles on it. I have been reading many mixed reviews about this car and it has done ... Read More
Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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Re: Class action against Volvo regarding T6 [laws65]
Hi Lisa: I bought my 2003 XC90 in March 2006 @ 55,000miles. 6 months later @ 72,000 miles the transmission failed and was replaced. Volvo split the cost with me thanks to my long-time mechanic. This past weekend, at 107,000 miles, the transmission urgent message came up on the New York Turnpike while driving my daughter home from college. The car is now sitting in East Greenbush, NY while I have ... Read More
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Re: XC90 Transmission--please help [meg12]
Hi Meg, I know the feeling... We had bought our 2003 T6 and in less than 2 months, the tranmission went out right before I got on the freeway! This car is just such a disaster I can't even put it into words. Good thing we had the extended warranty and they covered the "rebuilt" transmission because the the warranty company refused to pay for a brand new one and if ... Read More
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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transmission failure x3 on my 03 t6 xc90
We bought our CPO 2003 t6 xc90 from a local Volvo dealership. Needless to say, it is in the shop right now on it's 3rd transmission. I only have 76k on the car, the last tranny replaced only 24k ago. Also just replaced the drive shaft. The car is out of warranty, 3 months ago, how convenient, but it's a parts replacement warranty on the tranny because it was just replaced. ... Read More
Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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Re: 2003 XC90 T6 [mdgal]
I have had the tranny replaced twice now. I fortunately have had a warranty to take on the costs, but I am not few confident that it will not happen again. I am currently trying to figure out how to get rid of it, but with the economy in the dumps the price for SUVs is low. I will attempt to trade it into a Volvo dealership if I can get ... Read More
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Re: 2003 XC90 T6 [mdgal]
My car was running fine . I didn't get a warning light. It just ran rough.I was told my transmission was bad. I didn't want to spend the $4000 on it and they knew it. I told them(the one and only volvo dealership in WV)I will not buy another volvo after this. They warned me that It could be dangerous if my trans went out...so I bit the bullet and had ... Read More
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2003 XC90 T6
I just want to cry after reading all of these postings!! I just bought my used 2003 XC90 T6 with 62,500 miles on December 7, 2008. Well as I was driving to work yesterday(2/2/09) without a warning, the transmission went out. THANK GOD I was not on the freeway yet, just a few seconds before getting on. I am so sad and disgusted with not only my dealership which is ELK ... Read More
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Re: 2003 XC90 [db2814]
YES!! i have an 05 that makes the exact same noise! my local swedish shop claims that it is in the driveshaft. 3 days after having that diagnosed i now have the cursed failed tranny also!! local volvo quoted me $6700 for the transmission and 2k for the driveshaft...somebody help me
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Re: 2004 T6 Transmission Rebuild [RyanMN]
I have a 2003 T6 turbo and the transmission just went. People talk about the problems with these cars and they are right. We bought ours used with 54k miles and we have spend over $5,000 in repairs and now the tranny and the CB joints went, a total of about $6,500 in repairs. I want to burn the thing but I still owe on it and according to Edmunds, I ... Read More
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Re: T6 Transmission [kari4]
Hi: I own a 2003 Volvo XC90. Does this have the suspect GM Transmission? I have 147,000 KM on my vehicle and so far things have been fine in the transmission department. I have had to replace my brake booster, I changed the timing belt, timing belt tensioner and have to replace the two rear shocks because they are leaking fluid. Outside of this things have been good. I am almost ... Read More
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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Multiple issues with XC 90
I also have seen many of these issues on my 2003 XC90. At 51K the heated seats stopped working, the ball joints needed replacement, and the electronic control module for the traction control went bad. At 57K miles the plug between the transmission and the axle fell out internally and mixed the oils. This was a $2,000 repair. At 60K miles the transmission needed replaced $4,800. Now at 63K the remaining ... Read More
Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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Re: Volvo XC90 needed new transmission [margaritac]
Hi: I have a 2003 XC90 which currently has 150,000 km on it. (90,000 miles) It is still the original transmission. The keys to my success todate seem to be luck but also the following: keep the tire pressures up so as to decrease stress on the transmission. 2. Change the transmission fluid every 50,000 km. (30,000 miles) and only use volvo transmission fluid. 3. If you ever get a flat ... Read More
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T6 AWD Transmissions
1. I believe we would all help each other more if we would include the name and location of the Dealer we are working with. Certainly if any of us use the same Dealer it would be helpful. For reference, I am still without problems at 90K and my Dealer is Volvo of Calabasas in Calabasas CA. 2. To clarify some mis-information, all of the 2003 and 2004 T6 AWD XC90's ... Read More
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Transmission Replaced
Hello! Thanks to everyone who posted here. My transmission urgent sign flashed on and my transmission needed to be replaced (2003 xc90) out of warranty with 67,000 miles. I took it to the dealer and didn't need more than to hint around that I knew what the deal was for my service rep to contact volvo and try and get them to cover it. I paid only $360 as a deductible ... Read More
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sign me up for the class action
I was just stranded last week with the Transmission service urgent message - 50 miles from home at 11pm. My dealer coolly informed me that the 2003 xc90 T6 needs a new transmission - $5300. This is outrageous for a car with only 85,000 miles. I am going to start writing letters today. It is too bad, I had a 740 GLE for 12years and was never stranded by that car. ... Read More
Volvo XC90 SUV
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Re: The more I look, the more confused I get [peetert]
Do not buy the 2003 XC90 2.5T. I had one of these - ask if the transmission has been replaced. This is one of their biggist problems. I bought mine in 2007 and within 1 year I had put over $6,000 into it, including the transmission at 75,000 miles and volvo did nothing to back it. The XC90's are junk especially the early models. If you need proof, just read through ... Read More
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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Re: buy an extended warranty? [lspod]
I would by the warranty. The 2003 and 2004 models were the first years the XC90 were made and have had lots of problems. My 2004 XC90's transmission had to be replaced at 48,000 miles!!! Volvo paid for the parts but I had to pay the labor, all of $1500. The warranty is worth it. Believe me. Good luck.
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Re: 2003 Volvo T6 - head gasket oil leak - car is falling apart [the_kells]
Hi, I have a 2004 XC90 3.5L T6 with 67,000 and recently had a 65000 service. The dealer told me that the car had an oil leakage at the head gasket with a repair cost of $4,013.22 and a faulty power steering rack needs to be replaced for $2065.70! I told my service advisor that it should not happen at this mileage at all and asked if Volvo should cover the ... Read More
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Re: 2003 XC90 T6 engine noise on cold start [db2814]
ticky tick until engine gets warm is not necessarily an indicator of a problem. could be a noisy lifter -> not a problem. also some vehicles have low restriction exhaust th hear normal lifter noise which has a little ticky tick. not sure if T6 exhaust is like that. thinner oil actually lubricates a cold engine quicker. such as "zero-weight" oil available now. there's an oil additive in there. beware!? please ... Read More
Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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Another View
I own a 2004 XC90 T-6 AWD with over 85k miles on it and have had NO transmission problems. I work the transmission very hard climbing hills and driving on unpaved mountain roads. I often use the transmission to brake the vehicle when driving on steep roads. I was led to believe the transmission in the 2004 is different than the one in the 2003. However, I do not claim to ... Read More
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XC90 transmission failure
My 2003 XC90 T6 transmission failed on the Motorway. My Volvo dealership has quoted £4000 to repair but cannot get the spare part for over a month due to the high demand for these spares. Web forums such as this are littered with unhappy XC90 owners with failed transmissions. Volvo are not admitting the extent of the problem yet but I intend to publicise it as this failure is so common ... Read More
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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XC90 woes
We have a 2003 xc90 that is back at the dealer again! This time it is the fuel pump, last month the rack & pinion steering was entirely replaced. Last year the transmission was replaced. The extended warranty has paid for itself. We have been lucky that the fuel pump and transmission did not leave us stranded, but we have concerns about its reliability. Not to mention Purchasing a SECOND set ... Read More
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Re: My XC90 disappointment [elias]
I have a 2003 with 75,000 miles transmission just went - Volvo says too bad - if you cannot prove that this vehicle was serviced completely by Volvo at every single visit - how do we know somebody didn't do something to it. Anne Belec's assistant tells me that any Volvo bought at an auction is a fixer upper - his exact words. Think twice about getting a Volvo. I will ... Read More
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Re: My XC90 disappointment [hypnosis44]
1) The 2003 XC 90 is listed on Consumer Reports as a "Do not buy" car. There is no reason why the average buyer would know that - but it is a very bad vehicle and has been for several years. My local independent Volvo repair center (30 years in the business) just says "Don't touch them unless you are willing to pay triple the average costs of keeping them running". ... Read More
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Re: My XC90 disappointment [volvomax]
1) The 2003 XC 90 is listed on Consumer Reports as a "Do not buy" car. There is no reason why the average buyer would know that - but it is a very bad vehicle and has been for several years. My local independent Volvo repair center (30 years in the business) just says "Don't touch them unless you are willing to pay triple the average costs of keeping them running". ... Read More
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My XC90 disappointment
I am very unhappy with Volvo right now. I purchased a 2003 XC90 11 months ago and once my used car warranty was up things started to go wrong. I t was found that this vehicle (which was owned by Volvo fleet) still had the original spark plugs in it, never changed, the original air filter, never changed (63,000 miles). The wheel bearings on the right rear went, some inter cooler ... Read More
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Re: Should I buy?? [jmasterson]
I would seriously reconsider any XC 90 in the 2003 or 2004 range. The posts are numerous for transmission and other problems. When the transmission needed replacing on my XC90 (posted on this forum earlier this year), we finally got an answer from Volvo that after 2004, they changed manufacturers for the transmissions because of all the problems and more. I love my XC90 and am now considering trading my 2003 ... Read More
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Re: Horrible experinces - Posting my complain letter as well [anilpunjabi]
I am responding to your post on December 1, 2007 where you included your letter to Anne Belec, did you get a response from her? I was thinking of writing to her myself, as I sit here writing this post our 2003 XC90 is in for repair. The original reason for the visit to the repair shop was the "urgent transmission service" message that popped up a week ago last Sunday. ... Read More
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Re: Bad transmission on a 2004 XC90 at less than 50k [peppergurl]
I suggest getting rid of it now. I have a 2003 and my transmission just went out at 73,000. Volvo offered to pay for half the parts but they did not offer to pay for labor. I'm working with a friend of mine who sales cars to trade it in on a new car. This was my first volvo and I'm very disappointed!
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Horrible experinces - Posting my complain letter as well
Write to: Ann Belec and Management Staff Chief Executive Officer Volvo of North America LLC 1 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647 CC: Better Business Bureau BCC: Attorney General’s Office - Tom Corbett Dear Ann Belec: I am writing to you regarding my 2003 Burgundy Red Volvo XC90 T6(VIN: ). I am writing to you to express my extreme dissatisfaction with this car and the service Volvo has provided me. I ... Read More
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Re: Bad transmission on a 2004 XC90 at less than 50k [peppergurl]
I had this same problem, the last week of October! I was out of town and my wife called and said she was having the same problem with our 2003 XC90 T6 AWD. We had about 60,000 miles on it. We took it to our local dealer that day, and were told that the transmission would need to be replaced for $5,500 parts and labor. Volvo only agreed to pay for ... Read More
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Bad transmission on a 2004 XC90 at less than 50k
I purchased a new 2004 XC 90 T6 AWD in September of 2003. I purchased this car with the hope I would have it for several years to come. By buying a brand new car I thought that I wouldn't have to deal with any major problems for awhile. LOL!!! While driving home one evening my car wouldn't go out of third gear. At the same time the warning light and ... Read More
Volvo XC90 SUV
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Re: Volvo XC90 New Model [volvomax]
I want to report after one month of ownership of two new XC90's. Originally they were identified by my wife for safety issues, but I like a car that drives well. Coming from a very reliable, but boring 2005 Highlander, the Volvos are like a breath of fresh air. I like the fact that they are in the 6th year of production, have sorted early tire issues, have a nonturbo inline-6 ... Read More
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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Tranmission issues
I have 2003 T6 XC90 - I have 90K miles - I bought the car second hand through a Land Rover dealership with just 28K miles. I have no way of knowing if the transmission has been replaced before by a dealership but it needs to be replaced for me. Thing is it was at a dealership 3 weeks ago and the dealership and the volvo representative witnessed this transmission problem ... Read More
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Re: XC90 Transmission problems [bummednova]
Went to look at disassembled transmission ... even though this vehicle has had every scheduled maintenance dome by the dealer, the internals of the transmission look as if they had never been attended to ... Drive plates were deeply scored, clutch plates worn down to bare metal, value body ruined ... in other words, a complete mess ... all of the internals have to be replaced ... but still cheaper than ... Read More
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Re: XC90 Transmission problems [chiefstoner]
I posted a message last night but thought I would reply to this one. OMG. My first transmission went out on my 2003 XC90 at 65,000. We had the extended warranty thank goodness. Yesterday I was informed that that replacement transmission is going out (at 101,000)(of course the extended expired at 100,000). What the heck?? The dealer is researching what Volvo NA will do to help but after reading the various ... Read More
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Re: Problems....and Ultimate Solution [docroger]
Transmission issues.... I have (had) a brand spanking new 2003 XC90 V-6, fully loaded, custom ordered. The tires wore horribly and had to be replaced before 20k. Volvo helped on the upgrade to better tires (thankfully). The first transmission went out completely at 64k. We had purchased the 100k extended warranty (again, thankfully), and got a new transmission because they couldn't find a used one. NOW at 101k (+1k over the ... Read More
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Re: XC90 Transmission problems [jtla]
It's the T6. My story gets worse before it gets better. While Volvo is replacing the transmission, a few more problems are arising (some a result of the a faulty transmission). The repair bill is now close to $6K. My husband and I were having continual conversations/discussions with the dealership and Volvo of North America. In the end, they actually covered all but $800 of repairs....sounds like they know this is ... Read More
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Re: XC90 Transmission problems [chiefstoner]
My transmission and radiator went on my 2003 XC90, 2 months after the warranty expired. I only have 33,000 miles on it. They what to charge me about $6300, I told them no way was I going to pay for a car that has only 33,000, little over 4 years and I rarely drive the car. No one at Volvo wants to hear it. I was wondering who can I write ... Read More
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Re: XC90 Transmission problems [templeton3]
I purchased the vehicle in January 2003 and was proud to be one of the first owners of an exciting new model. Since that time, I have become increasingly disappointed with the reliability of the car and the amount of work that has been performed on it. Aside from routine maintenance and some more minor repairs, the following In the first year of owning the vehicle, the entire audio system needed ... Read More
Volvo XC90 Lease Questions
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Need Advice
Hello All, I need some advice - I just got back from a volvo dealership in the Chicago burbs (Lisle, IL) and I was shocked by the lease terms they just offered me: 2007 Volvo XC90 Titanium Gray 3.2 V6 AWD MSRP of $47,395 I wanted to pay $550 per month with absolutely no money down on a 48 month lease and I have about $4,500 in negative equity on a ... Read More
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Volvo XC 90 Auto Locking [nicevision2020]
I don't mean this as an insult or anything, but are you sure you are not using the electronic child locks, which would exhibit the behaviour you are suggesting. On my 2003 XC90, it's the control button which is fourth from the left in the row and has an Icon of what looks like a window with a child in it. This button disables the window controls and the inside door ... Read More
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Re: Replacing the drive side view mirror? [bullethead]
I've personally replaced the glass and motor from the mirror on a 2003 XC90 but never the whole housing. However, when I originally bought the parts, the dealer told me it might be cheaper and easier to simply replace the whole assembly. There were quite a few variations of the mirrors in the Volvo dealers inventory so be sure to get the right one. Note in my case the mirrors were ... Read More
Volvo XC90 SUV
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Re: Upgrading older Volvo for XC90 - model year advice? [guyf]
Well, that's what I've been mulling over and I'm glad to hear someone else say it. The 2.5T AWDs on the market that I've found so far have been in unappealing colour combinations for me (navy blue/charcoal interior and black/charcoal interior). I'd spend all summer trying to cool down the inside of my car. You all have been right so far as my taste goes - red/taupe interior. Also I like ... Read More
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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Recall in today's mail
Did you see todays recall notice. 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006 XC90 vehicles. "In certain vehicles, the outer tie rod may deform due to heavy loads, causing the tie rod nut to loosen. Over time, the deformation may lead to a fatigue fracture of the outer tie rod. If this occurs, the driver my notice that the vehicle is difficult to maneuver, which could result in a crash." Hopefully this notice ... Read More
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Re: Volvo CX90 Reliability [nascarqueen24]
I took my well-equipped 2003 Ford Explorer, which I love dearly, in as a trade-up to the 2006 XC90 at the local dealer. At nearly $50,000.00 to be equipped as well as my Explorer, I was stayed from making the final Okay to buy. After reading the posts on this thread I am sooooo glad that I walked away and I'm still enjoying the trouble-free ownership of the Explorer. Extra comforts ... Read More
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Re: ?!?! Reliability ?!?! [rodut]
My first Volvo was a 1988 740 Turbo wagon, then a 1993 850, 98 S70 T5, 2000 S70 2.5T and now a 2004 S60 2.5T and a 2004 XC90 2.5T. All these cars have been getting better and more reliable than the previous one. A total of 90,000 Km for both 04's. The S60 has been dead reliable and I had a wheel bearing and an electronic module for the AC ... Read More
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Re: Bearing or driving shaft [dlsparks88]
I am driving one of the first XC90 delivered in Europe. I actually have driven about 96.000 km (55.ooo miles) in Europe. Since End of January 2003 there have been changed 5 bearings allready. Yust yesterday my wife had the worst possible experiance: the left back trie stuck during (slow) drive totally. I am happy that did not happen on the motorway. As I have quite good industry contacts I got ... Read More
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transmission, rotors, brake pads, and tires AGAIN!
Our 2003 XC90 has 43K miles on it. We leased the car new and have suffered one problem after another. In addition to the safety recalls, we have had to have the car in for problems with the parking brake failing to disengage (the beginning of a long line of brake problems), the reservoir for the washer fluid leaking, various leaking hoses,euro rail vibration noise, exhaust system supports needing to be ... Read More
Volvo XC90 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Price for 2003 XC90 2.5T AWD [sharko]
You didn't mention your market area, after several weeks of looking within 750 mile radius of Tucson, I just bought a 03 T6 in Las Vegas with 65k miles, certified, 100k warranty and all options less the 3rd seat for $28,900. One thing to pass on, Volvo of Las Vegas was absolutely stellar on the customer service end. When I noticed the transmission oil was looking in need of change, they ... Read More
Volvo XC90 SUV
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Re: Greetings, about to move into the XC90 [kd2md]
Wow, that's like 90 miles a day! I have heard of people who commute over a hundred miles every work day but I'm not sure I would want their used car. With that kind of mileage I would have it thoroughly inspected, including things like the bevel gears, bushings and joints. And get an extended warranty, for sure. Volvo's website has VIN and VIC decoders under Owner's Info, Search Library. AFAIK ... Read More
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Greetings, about to move into the XC90
Hey all, new guy on the block about to pick up a 2003 XC90 T6. The wife and I have driven Volvos for the last 15 years, from the 700 series through the current 960. I am not so keen on losing the 960 (shoulda kept the 940 too) but the wife is seriously drooling over the prospects of that XC90. The question of the day is, having seen a great ... Read More
Volvo XC90 Lease Questions
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2006 XC90 2.5T AWD
Does 59% residual/MF .00307/10K miles through Volvo Finance or 54% residual/MF .0028/12K miles through Chase sound right? Dealer told me there is $3,000 cash back from Chase. The residual seems to be low and MF is definetely high. On my current XC70 residual was 59% (in 2003) for 36 month lease and MF was around .0016. Should I wait for 2007 model and get a better deal? Will the residual be ... Read More
Volvo XC90 SUV
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2003 XC90 T6 PROBLEMS
Having many problems with this car. Local Volvo Dealer no help. Been sitting in Volvo dealer in another city for over 2 months. At just over 50K miles, one turbo blew. Then within next year and 20k mi, 2nd turbo blew and engine blew. All with proper vehicle maintanence and documentation. Cost to repair quoted over $10k -- Volvo NA not helpful. Anyone else experienced these type of problems? Anyone have ... Read More
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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No problems, buy it!
Purchased a 2006 XC90 2.5T AWD in sept. 2005, have 5000 miles on it and have had ZERO problems with it. Its also great in the snow,I take it out just to joy ride around when the weather is really stinko, I try to get it stuck and look for the worst conditions I can find,It has not let me down yet. I also find the 2.5T engine delivers all the ... Read More
Volvo XC90 SUV
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Re: 2003 Volvo XC90 T6 - a let down [peg5]
The things you mention are either minor fixes or wear-and-tear items. Disappointing, as you say, but not unexpected since the '03 T6 was Version 1.0 of the XC90. What did you want Volvo USA to do? The main thing in this case is dealer service and it sounds like they could be better but are Ok. FWIW I've had an '04 2.5T for 2-1/2 years with none of the problems you ... Read More
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2003 Volvo XC90 T6 - a let down
I have been a Volvo fan since I learned to drive on my parents' cool red 1969 Volvo sedan (it was 8 years old when I learned to drive and lived a good 10 more years in our family). My husband surprised me on my birthday with a beautiful new XC90. I have had the car for 2 1/2 years, and it has been one issue after another. Wheel bearings, shocks, ... Read More
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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Re: XC90 and Lemon Law [mmason228]
I am having the identical problems with my 2003 XC90. My anti skid service light is coming on, the vehicle is idling different at odd times, and now 3 times in the past two months, the car will not start. A message that indicates "Immobilizer" see owners manual is showing on the dash. Can you tell me more about who you worked with- the dealership or Volvo Consumer affairs, to get ... Read More
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Re: XC90 and Lemon Law [tracia]
We have had a myriad of problems with our 2003 XC90. After complaining for two years , we asked Volvo to replace the car with a new vehicle for the remainder of the lease. I even offered to accept a less expense model than an XC90. Volvo came back and offered to put us in a new lease on a new XC90 for 3 years with a lease payment that was ... Read More
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Volvo quality -- I don't think so!
I have had the 2003 XC90 for over 1 year now and completed proper servicing as scheduled. I have had a Turbo go bad at about 50,000. At 72,000 I take the vehicle back to the shop because it is putting out smoke through the exhaust. Initially they tell me the other Turbo needs to be replaced and then they come back and tell me the engine is blown also. I ... Read More
Volvo XC90 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: XC90 2.5T Pricing Feedback - New England [neprop]
As far as swapping,most dealers agree to help each other out and trade cars if requested. No additional costs will be accrued-if it must be driven any distance,though,a man will have to be paid to fetch it...That might make your dealer want to wrap that cost in the size of the discount he offers you. As far as additional warranties,I admit I am not sure. some say that any European car ... Read More
Volvo XC90 SUV
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Re: WTB XC90: Great or Junk w\ problems? [cbrose]
Purchased a 2006 XC90 2.5T AWD in sept. 2005, have 5000 miles on it and have had ZERO problems with it. Its also great in the snow,I take it out just to joy ride around when the weather is really stinko, I try to get it stuck and look for the worst conditions I can find,It has not let me down yet. I also find the 2.5T engine delivers all the ... Read More
Volvo XC90 vs MB M Class vs Acura MDX vs Lexus RX 350 vs BMW X5 vs Cadillac SRX
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BMW X-5 4.4 or Volvo XC90 v8?
Currently have a 2000 TLC and a 2003 540i - wife drives the BMer and now wants something more practical for hauling the baby and the dogs around in. We live in Central Ohio - i.e snow for 4 months of the year, so AWD is the thing she is looking for. Previously looked at the 1st Gen X5 back in 2000, but went with the TLC - have since driven ... Read More
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2003 Volvo XC90 Problems [hannityluvr]
those early 2003's had a bunch of problems. My 04 has been pretty much rock solid and my experience on Volvo bulletin boards leaves me convinced that problem cars are very rare. Sorry, sounds like you got a dud.
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2003 Volvo XC90 Problems
This is my first time to the XC90 posting and I have read a few of the postings. Well lets put it this way, I will probably not buy another XC90 after the incidental and now major problems I am having with this vehicle. The cupholder up front is a real work of art(repaired twice), had to have a wheel hub replaced, have told the dealer numerous times(before my warranty was ... Read More
Volvo XC90 SUV
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Re: Insurance Quotes [c130]
We are not that far from the MTSU campus. It sounds like you have yourself a first-class dealership. We bought our XC90 from Darrell Waltrip Volvo in Franklin in Nov. of 2003. I am pleased with the vehicle. My wife is the primary driver and she loves it.
Volvo XC90 vs MB M Class vs Acura MDX vs Lexus RX 350 vs BMW X5 vs Cadillac SRX
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Re: Volvo [safeperfsnowsu]
The MDX is better than the X5 from 30-60 you are right, but 0-30 the X5 smokes the MDX(because the MDX, and Ody's Vtech engine really gets going with the higher revs) 0-30 and the 350 smokes them both. Are you sure it's just not a perception? Even a conservative publication like Consumer Reports timed the 2003 MDX's 0-30 as 3.0 seconds, and the 2005 X3 3.0 at the same 3.0 ... Read More
Volvo XC90 SUV
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XC90 and Safety
Recently, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety(www.iihs.org) published its latest list of Fatality Rates for individual model cars up to 2003. Unfortunately, the XC 90 was too new to be listed. I don't think they often publish this list either - the last one was for models from 1994-1997. Rates are listed in deaths/million registered vehicle years, overall, as well as broken down by type of accident - in general, it ... Read More
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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Close to PERFECT
XC90, Nautic Blue, Versatility, NAV, Prem, all options :) I have had my XC90 since March 2003, haven't had any problems. From what I have read on this post, most of the problems are not resolved by the dealers. This is unfortunate, but should not reflect on the XC90. I am lucky, I have a very good Tech at the dealership I take my XC90 to, plus having owned another volvo, ... Read More
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