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2005 Volvo XC90 Consumer Discussions
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Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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Re: What do you think? [coopber]
As a XC90 owner who has experienced the loss and replacement of one of these transmissions, I offer the following: The dealers response certainly does sound "fishey" but you have left out some important details that need to be considered in your situation. For example, who replaced the transmission the first two times. If in either case it was not Volvo, I doubt that you have a claim against them. It ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Volvo XC90 'Transmission Service Urgent' [lemon2004]
this is true my wife just bought an 05 xc90 with 83000 miles two weeks later the transmission service urgent light came on. I called volvo and they said to bring it in when i did they gave me a loner car and said they would call me that night. they did and they said that volvo would cover the cost of a new transmission, trans cooler, all hoses, radiator, and ... Read More
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2005 XC90 multiple problems [spina45rpm]
I have a 2004 XC 90 T-6. The original tires are Michelin MXV4 (i think that's right) Pilots. these tires are terrible. wore out very fast. The volvo is heavy and is AWD which makes them wear out even faster. I do mostly city driving too. I recently bought Michelin Primacy and like the way they fell so far. I have about 6K miles on them and no sign of wear ... Read More
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Re: 2005 XC90 multiple problems [raycouz]
I realize I'm replying to an old post but... My XC90 wore out tires quickly too. The dealer replaced the first set for free. After talking to people I found out the dealer provided the CHEAPEST tires available. I went to Sears and bucked up for the tires meant for heavy vehicles and rated to last 60,000 miles or something like that. Anyway, tire issue was never an issue again. Avoid ... Read More
Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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re:XC90 transmission issues [lemon2004]
RE: 2005 XC90 T6 with 73,200 miles. I have just been told my failed transmission was a result of a faulty radiator which allowed water to get into the system. I am told this is a known radiator defect and Volvo will not assist in any way. Are there any class action suites addressing this issue? Oh, by the way, my Engine Control Module also needs to be replaced. I have ... Read More
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re: XC90 transmission issues [upsetatvolvo]
I have a 2005 XC90 T6 with 80,000miles. My "Transmission Service Urgent" light went on 4 days ago just as I was about to get on the expressway with my wife and 4 kids in the car. I immediately turned around and drove to the dealer I bought it from. On the way there I could feel that I had no acceleration when I started to go after a red light. ... Read More
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re: XC90 transmission issues
My 2005 XC90 T6 has had the same issues with the transmission at 90k miles. It broke down on my family and I while driving home from our Thanksgiving travels. We had it worked on at a dealership in the city where it quit shifting on us and they did a "TCM update". Just this past weekend (not 6 weeks later) we got the "Transmission Service Urgent" msg again and took ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Volvo XC90 'Transmission Service Urgent' [thankful5]
Where in Canada are you? Coquitlam in BC gives a FREE diagnostic but I found that out too late after Don Docksteader charge me $200. Call around to the dealerships first and tell them you issue... Volvo Canada will pay for parts and you are looking for a deal on labour. I paid $1500 tax included at Coquitlam and the staff are AMAZING. You have to get a quote and they ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Volvo XC90 'Transmission Service Urgent' [thankful5]
Sorry to hear the news, 'Thankful 5' (about your transmission), but great to learn that Volvo Canada will help you with this. Again, our humble thanks for our other Canadian friend who started us off on the path to Volvo HQ's door to investigate the "Goodwill Assistance Programme." I know there have been some unfortunate stories out there, but I can say that my experience with Volvo through this ordeal has ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Volvo XC90 'Transmission Service Urgent' [lemon2004]
Thank you for sharing this. I bought my wife a 2004 T6 about 3 years ago. Our transmission went at 140,000 kms (about 86,000 miles), very similar to the timing of so many other posters in this forum. We were gutted as this is the car the family uses to drive the kids around, thinking it was the safest car on the road. But paying thousands for a new transmission is ... Read More
Cracked Volvo XC90 Engine
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Cracked engine in XC90
I too have a cracked engine in my 2005 volvo CX90 after 83,000 miles. With it being 9 months out of warrenty, are there any suggestions on how I can get Volvo to at least partially help. It seems to be an issue with this vehicle
Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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Re: 2005 Volvo XC90 'Transmission Service Urgent' [leelanau7]
I have a 2005 XC90 T6 and my transmission broke down for the second time at 87000 miles, this time my volvo dealer has agreed to replace my transmission for free (parts and labor) out of good will... since it has less than 100,000 miles, and a 2 year warranty with unlimited mileage. The new transmission is different than the old one, it's louder with less pick up power. I guess ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Volvo XC90 'Transmission Service Urgent' [leelanau7]
Great to hear they were so kind and you were offered the parts and 1/2 labour. It really depends on the "dealership" for a deal on labour! I had mine at a NASTY dealership( 5 min from my house) that would not cut me a break on labour price since I was not a former customer so I called a dealership over 45 min away (had it towed there)who gave me ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Volvo XC90 'Transmission Service Urgent' [lemon2004]
Well mate, I don't know who you are, but thank you for your kind advice. I did call Volvo North America. Not surprisingly, they were very kind, and very helpful. Seems Volvo has a program available at the dealer level called a "Goodwill Assistance Program." It has to be applied for through individual dealers, and, I assume, would be something available for those whose Volvo's aren't that old, and which are ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Volvo XC90 'Transmission Service Urgent' [lemon2004]
Thanks mate [on the 'Volvo-pays-for-the-replacement-parts' idea]; I'll network with Volvo/NA first thing Monday morning and see if they'll help. If successful, I'll advise here accordingly. All the best ~
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Re: 2005 Volvo XC90 'Transmission Service Urgent' [leelanau7]
Why are you paying $4500. This is a patent DEFECT and this transmission should not need replacing anywhere near 100K or miles. This is not some CHEAP SUV...it retailed around 60K originally back in 2004-2005. This should be covered by Volvo of North America especially since it is under 1ooKmiles. Even now when you go to sell it it has depreciated so much you'd be lucky to get 10k in the ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Volvo XC90 'Transmission Service Urgent' [littleleydi]
Thanks for your post; it's comforting to know we're not all imagining things. My 2005 Volvo XC90's transmission began malfunctioning this week by not going into 3rd gear. Immediately before this event, there was a sound akin to marbles rolling around in a steel drum coming from just right of amidships in the engine compartment (e.g. from the transmission). Whilst driving at about 25mph the other night, I then heard / ... 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
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Re: Need advice on my 2004 XC90 [jpb610]
I own a 2006 2.5T xc90 with 70,000 miles, and it has been a great car. The 2.5T and all other volvo 5 cylinder engines have a great reputation for reliability and longevity. But 2006 was the last year for the 2.5T in the xc90. Most of the bugs were 'worked-out' on the xc90 by 2006. The v8 and 3.2 engines have turned out to be good engines--with good transmissions. The ... Read More
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re: XC90 Transmission [eldags]
Hello all; I have the same problem as everybody else has with their transmission. My car is a 2005 XC90 T6. The transmisson is slipping very badly even at only 65,000 miles. It will require major repairs. What is the good advice for the needed repairs as the car has been recently been imported from the US to Vancouver, CANADA. Will Volvo Canada paid for any of the repair bill? Thanks ... Read More
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2005 xc90 transmission issues
Hello all, I'm very new to this but wanted to ask some advice. I bought my preowned 2005 xc90 (at 44,000miles) from a volvo dealership in boston in 2009. They assured me that everything had been checked and serviced in the car when I bought it. I've had it serviced there for the past two years. Today I had gone on a road trip when at 63,000 my transmission urgent service ... Read More
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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
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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2005 XC90 multiple problems
My 2005 XC90 may be a lemon - 3 sets of tires before 100K miles, 1st set lasted 20K miles. replaced both rear whell bearings at about 60K miles. currently at 110K miles - per my local Volvo Dealer - radio / ECM need replacement ($900), front main bearing leaks oil, timing belt needs replacement, front tie rods bad, breather box bad - $3000 repair cost, and the list goes on. ... Read More
Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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Re: 2005 volvo XC90 V8 by flowers6 [flowers6]
DON'T DO IT!! Not only is it priced to high... It is already at it's life's peak. Repairs are very expensive, no one offers a warranty after 50k and given the manufacturers reputation.. it is likely to have major problems soon, if not already. I have an 04' with 70k and just like everyone else that tried to warn me, my transmission is starting to slip. Other than that major issue ... Read More
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Re: 2005 volvo XC90 V8 by flowers6 [baffledtxn]
I bought a used 04' xc90 t6 about a year ago, and I think my transmission is about to fail. I am slipping while in 3rd gear. Will volvo help pay to repair even if i bought used?
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Re: 2005 volvo XC90 V8 by flowers6 [flowers6]
Personally, I would invest in something other than a Volvo XC90 as the maintenance costs are enormous on these cars. I am not familiar with the XC90 V8 maintenance records; however, my 2005 XC90 T6 transmission has been replaced twice, new tires replaced every year, and etc. are just a few repairs that are normal repairs for the vehicle.
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2005 volvo XC90 V8 by flowers6
My husband and I are looking to purchase the 2005 Volvo XC90 - V8, the mileage on the SUV is @ 110,000 miles priced at $17,000CDN. Would this be a good purchase? Is it priced too high? This is a big purchase and want to ensure we are making the right decision. Thxs F
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Re: 2004 XC90 T6 Transmission [stevew1614]
My 2005 XC90 T6 Volvo had 128k miles when the 2nd transmission went out and Volvo reluctantly picked up the cost of the parts and charged me the warranty labor costs after I contacted Volvo Corporate service center at 1-800-458-1552. I can't remember who I spoke to but I remember someone on the forum suggested to ask for Betty as she is understanding. Do not initially tell them that your car ... Read More
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Re: Volvo 2005 XC90 Head Gasket [kimrr]
Hi there, i know this post is a bit old, but i have just had the same problem. We had our transmission fixed, then shortly after we had an oil leak. Then the coolant light began to turn on. We brought it back and they are charging us $4K to fix it! Can you tell us your experience with the end result?
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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: A FEW COMMENTS & A REQUEST FOR ADVICE [yurko]
I agree with the point about a class action. Whenever I hear the word, I think of the scene from the Jerk with Steve Martin's character writing numerous checks for One dollar and Nine Cents. Here is my dilemma. I have a 2004 XC90 T6 - I have consciously taken great care of the vehicle in an effort to maintain the high resale value that is prevalent with Volvo cars. I ... Read More
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Re: Class Action Lawsuit [smokin6]
Update on my XC90 T6 2005 3rd transmission problem. I spoke with a supervisor at the Volvo Customer Service who reached back out to the Servicing Manager at Volvo of Dallas in an attempt to reduce the labor costs of $1700. The servicing manager's response was that they had already reduced it as far as they could and it is rare for them to provide assistance to cars this old. They ... Read More
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Re: Volvo came up Short om the Transmission [imissmy850r]
Here I go again....another transmission is needed on my 2005 XC90. My car was new when I purchased it in late 2004 and serviced by the Volvo in (Richardson, TX) now Volvo of Dallas Dealership. My 1st transmission went out at 76k miles in Aug/Sept 2009. The dealership claimed that my transmission they replaced at 100% was a new transmission. I am now at 128k miles with roughly 52k miles on ... Read More
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Re: Class Action Lawsuit [verot6]
I own a 2005 XC90 T6 with about 46K miles and I just received the transmission Service urgent message three days ago. Of course, the dealer indicated it would take $7k to fix the problem. it seems that this is a common theme with this tranny and I agree Volvo should come online and identify this as a recallable issue. My dealer has indicated that it is willing to work something ... Read More
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Re: Volvo came up Short om the Transmission [imissmy850r]
My former 2005 Volvo XC90 T6 AWD was ready last Wednesday evening. I went by paid my 25% (1610.00) to pick up my car. The car felt great and drove home fine. the car did smell funny after the drive home. The next day the same, almost transmission fluid burning smell. This had no affect on the car's ride. The shifter stick started catching odd and felt strange to shift into ... Read More
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Does the 2004 Volvo XC90 5-cylinder have same transmission issues?
I'd love a little advice! My husband is on deployment, and I'm trying to deal with our car issues with a rather limited auto knowledge. We had a 2005 XC90 with the bad T6 engine - we loved the vehicle, but I don't need to be dealing with transmission issues. I just traded it in as the transmission was starting to give me major problems, and the warranty was almost up. ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Volvo XC90 T6 [skier7]
I know the frustration well. I'm currently without my car right now because my transmission is shot and Volvo is working on it. Apparently it takes 2 Weeks to file all the "paper work" get the sign offs and approvals, and order the new, yet still crappy, transmission. I get more and more pissed off as I think about it so I try not to. Thank you for sharing your horror ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Volvo XC90 T6 [crys0125]
My '04 xc90 just blew it's THIRD tranny. The first was fully covered. The second I covered labor. Its been five days now and I still haven't received the verdict on who's paying for the third. I'm sitting here stewing because I'm without a car, the dealer said they wouldn't offer a rental, and when I check-in on where we stand, they act like I'm a pain in the butt. And ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Volvo XC90 T6 [crys0125]
I'm going through it again right now. Replaced tranny at 79500 and now (89000) they tell me the axle is leaking oil into the tranny. My cost totally. I found out that even though we have 7 Volvos from 1978 to today, Loyalty is based on service and we do not use certified Volvo service because it is 20 to 25% higher than the Volvo guy we use. Very disappointed.
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Re: 2005 Volvo XC90 T6 [crys0125]
OK.. new update... Volvo Corporate is picking up parts and labor for new transmission- 100%- YAY!!! But... I have a few sensors that are sending off faults... so, $1500.00 out of my pocket to fix... Boooo!!! But I guess I got off fairly easy. I have about 85k miles so I guess it is to be expected. Good luck to all my fellow horrible transmissions. Don't give up and keep asking! ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Volvo XC90 T6 [crys0125]
So.. update... apparently my warranty is non-transferrable. When I purchased my XC90 from the dealership per the Volvo Service Center- it was not transferred within 30 days from the previous owner to me. So... no warranty.... Called the local Volvo that has my car and he is going to make some more calls. But said this is odd that it is non-transferrable. So...... I am still waiting. I was told to ... Read More
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2005 Volvo XC90 T6
So... I got the awesome Transmission Service Urgent message last week. I barely made it up the hill to my house. Had the gas floored and just seemed to creep up the hill. My XC90 usually dominates this hill. So called the Volvo Dealership (Jim Fisher Volvo in Portland), said to bring it in. I wasn't risking driving 30 miles down the I5 to get stranded. So I had it towed. ... Read More
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Re: Volvo came through! [kmart5]
This just happened to my 2005 XC90 T6 as well. I have not gotten an error message, but the transmission started slipping hard last night on my way home. I read these posts here and was hopefull that Volvo will do the same for me. My car has 93K miles on it. I just dropped it off at the dealership. They stated they have not heard about anything on the replacing ... Read More
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xc90
Unfortunately my 2005 T6 XC90 (with 115,000+/- miles) has the same transmission problem as everyone has, it goes to high gear right away with that alert to get the transmission serviced immediately! According to a very reliable shop I just took it to, no other choice but to replace the transmission. They don't even want it reconditioned. It will cost $ 7,000 +/-. This is my first Volvo and was convinced ... Read More
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Re: XC 90 2005 T6 transmission [nick91]
Thanks for the info Nick. The third trans just failed on my 03 XC90 T6. Volvo paid for the first one at 13.7K miles, they paid 50% for the second one when it failed at 87K miles and now they agreed to pay 50% again for the third time at 130K miles. I'm asking Volvo to pay for the entire thing. I do not want to pay any more for the ... Read More
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Volvo 2005 XC90 V8
I don't have the T6 but I have a 2005 XC90 V8. Just after warranty expiration the air conditioner blower went out - $1500 to repair. Today my transmission went out for the fourth time. 3 transmissions while under warranty and now it has failed for the fourth time. I have 60,000 miles on the car. I am the original owner. Car has always been serviced on schedule by the dealership. ... Read More
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Re: Volvo Australia contact please ? [westozxc]
G'day,a few days ago my wife informed me (I work away) that our 2005 XC90 has had transmission failure,she took it to Premier Volvo who told her it would cost us $7600 to replace transmission.I called them and reminded them that we have had all services through them,bought it second hand 18mths ago from them and car has complete history with them since new and it has only done 70,000kmsThey get ... Read More
Volvo XC90 clicking noise
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Volvo XC90 clicking noise
My 2005 XC90 recently started making a clicking noise when accelerating. I think it is worse when the car is cold and before warming up but not quite sure. It has started getting louder and more often. Does anyone have any suggstions and if this may be a common problem?
Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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XC90 Transmission problems
After reading hundreds of posts on various sites about the XC90 and transmission failures, I decided to share our experiences with our XC90. We purchased a 2004 XC90 T-6 AWD used from a dealer in 2005. Thankfully we decided to spend the extra money and purchase an extended warranty to cover all maintenance up to 110,000 miles. We have had 2 axles, motor mounts, fuel pump, sun roof leaks and as ... Read More
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Volvo 2005 XC90 Head Gasket
I recenlty had my transmission replaced on my 2005 XC90. Shortly affter getting my truck back, I got an error message that the coolant was low. I took it back to the dealer and they told me that it needed a sensor and charged me almost $400. A few weeks later I got the same message and my "check engine" light came on. I took it back to the dealer and ... Read More
Volvo XC90 Lights and Headlights
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volvo xc90 headlight failure problems
My volvo xc90 has for 6+ months now intermittently displayed a warning with a "low beam bulb failure" message. However, each time I ask a mechanic to check this out, I am told that all the lights are working just fine. A few weeks ago, while driving at night and trying to use my high beams (the only time I actually turn on my headlights to operate even my low beams), ... Read More
Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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Re: 2005 xc 90 T6 transmission problem [tb92625]
TB92625, I think I'm in that situation right now. ('04 XC90 T6 - about 88k). "Transmission Service Urgent" light just came on Friday. My wife had the car towed 90 miles to our dealership (Volvo Santa Ana in SoCal). I'll get the verdict today. Which dealership did you take your car to? I'd like to know since it sounds like its nearby. Thanks, Ken
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Re: Volvo reply to 2005 xc90 transmission [jnjdennis]
I was just wondering how many miles you had on your at the time of the service and if you had any warranty?
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XC90 Transmission Failure - Ouch
My story is similar to everyone else's here. "Transmission Service Urgent" light came on a few days ago in my 2005 Volvo XC 90. Car has about 64,000 miles on it. Went to the dealer (in Minneapolis). Luckily they will fix at no charge. They are replacing the transmission and the radiator. Apparently the radiator causes the transmission failure. We got lucky this time, but who knows how long the new ... Read More
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Re: XC90 Transmission Failure [maggie44]
I am a single mom with a transmission that has just died on my 2005 XC90 at only 65,000K. I have called Volvo USA and they said I had to start with the dealership. Do you still have any of the information or contacts that helped you with this? I bought this car thinking it would last me years and now I am in this nightmare!
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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My XC90 Experience
I wanted to provide (just for reference) an account of my experience with our XC90 over the past 5 years. Overall we have been very pleased with the XC90 and wanted to provide our real world experience. 2005 XC90 2.5T purchased in November 2004. Currently have 115k miles. Car is used in city traffic and early in its life was also used for road trips. But you can see that we ... Read More
Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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Re: XC90 Transmission Failure [maggie44]
I have a 2005 XC90 with about the same mileage. My transmission has been showing problems for about a year now but it just keeps on trucking! Volvo has checked it out twice now and has even replicated the problem but says they can't do anything until the "trasmission urgent" light comes on...which it hasn't!! Did you expereience problems leading up to your transmission failure? Did you get a "transmission urgent" ... Read More
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Re: XC90 Transmission Failure [klk52]
I had the same surprising experience. My 2005 XC 90 with 84K miles needed a new transmission and radiator. The price quoted was $6700. I asked my service advisor to call the regional sales manager to see what Volvo would contribute. I also called Volvo USA at 800-458-1552 and they opened a "case." The rep at Volvo USA told me Volvo was aware there was a problem with the T6 transmission ... Read More
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Re: XC-90 Transmission bites the dust [bobvo]
Yes, definitely keep up with talking to Volvo corporate. I have a 2005 xc90 with over 100,000 miles and had the same problem with my car. They paid for all of it but $1000. I was grateful because I was quoted $6500. So don't give up. I'm sure they will help out.
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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Question about Volvo Ocean Race's value
Question I am hoping someone here can answer for us... We own a 2006 XC90; it's a Limited Edition Volvo Ocean Race. Recently we had minor repair work done to one of the side doors. The repair shop told us we would need to get a (ie., ONE) new VOR decal for the front outside part of the door. We questioned if it was even possible to replace it, since the ... Read More
Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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Re: Volvo XC90 2005 locked down [ziek]
Hi Ziek, After talking to two mechanics, I decided to follow your suggestion. It worked!! Somewhat noisy and a little resistance; but it rolled out without any apparent damage. Thanks for an excellent suggestion. I will take the car to a mechanic shortly to check it up.
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Re: Volvo XC90 2005 locked down [ziek]
Hi Ziek, That sounds very scary; but thanks for the tip. Make me feel a lot better. I will call an experienced volvo mechanic in town and try your method tomorrow. Keep me posted please.
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Re: Volvo XC90 2005 locked down [jr01741]
Hi jr01741, In answer to your question...YES! I could not go into reverse at all. It would not move...just like the parking break was on. After several attempts and needing to get out, I just put in into reverse and floored it until it moved back. It did so after buckling underneath...believe me it did not sound healthy. I took it to the dealer and this was just after an oil ... Read More
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Volvo XC90 2005 locked down
I have XC90 2005, 45,500 miles. This car completely locked down this morning in my garage. It does not move either way, even in neutral. Looks like a parking break is ON, although it's not. Does anyone have had similar experience? What could be a problem? I have never seen this kind of problem in any car.
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Replacement transmission failure?
My dealer recently replaced my 2004 XC90 T6 transmission, radiator, and transmission cooler for a cost of $9,000. The car had 54,000 miles on it. I had no extended warranty. I was told that the radiator fluid leaked into the transmission cooler. That's what caused the transmission failure (metal filings were seen). I was also told that there have been a number of reasons that these transmissions have failed. The radiator ... Read More
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Re: 2006 XC90 Transmission [laws65]
I need information....(2005 T6 XC90) I am meeting with a volvo Rep on Monday. They are going to hook up to my car some meter that records the sounds of my engine as it shifts or the lack of shifting between gears. First, has anyone had an issue with driving in 3rd or 4th gear where you back off the gas and then it locks in the higher gear at 1500RPMs? ... Read More
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Re: 2004 T6 Transmission Rebuild [jacostello]
I wish I had seen this blog when I had to replace my 2005 XC90 T6 transmission. I did not take it to the dealership because of the cost and because it was out of warranty (72,000 miles). My volvo now has 90,000 miles and still shifts incorrectly, gets stuck in drive, which makes me force it into neutral (when stopped) so that I can then shift it in either park ... Read More
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Re: 2010 XC90 Transmission problems [billymac6]
Billymac6, Very interesting b/c I went to my local Volvo Dealer in CT, where I even worked as a teenager, trying to see what I could get on my 2005 XC90 for a trade in, based on the shape. I test drove the XC70 Cross Country Wagon, as I loved my old one. The transmission did the same thing. It was a V6, non turbo, as I was told it isn't ... Read More
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Re: Volvo reply to 2005 xc90 transmission [idaspud66]
I was just wondering if you talked to Volvo corporate and was able to resolve anything yet? I hope they were willing to help pay for some of it.
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Re: 2006 XC90 Transmission
After reading countless posts regarding faulty, defective transmissions, it appears that they all seem to occur in 2005 and earlier modal years. This would "square" with my understanding that Volvo redesigned the transmission for 2006 which corrected the earlier years inherent weaknesses. The "track record" satisfaction reports for 2006 appear very good....look at Edmunds ratings which shows that transmissions get high marks or, at least, not a significant issue for 2006 ... Read More
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Re: Volvo reply to 2005 xc90 transmission [idaspud66]
Also make sure to let them know you have done ALL your maintenance with the dealer. They take that into consideration as well. Your dealer should have reported your problem to the local rep and they would take each case into consideration.
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Re: Volvo reply to 2005 xc90 transmission [idaspud66]
The number for Volvo corporate is 1-800-458-1552. I hope this helps. I was told when you call to be nice and also say you would or plan to buy Volvo in the future. Otherwise if you are a dissatisfied customer and would never return to Volvo they are less likely to take you into consideration.
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Re: Volvo reply to 2005 xc90 transmission [jnjdennis]
We are having the same problem. I was wondering if you have a number for corporate. Our dealer is not willing to give anything like that out or work with us on the 2 transmission replacement cost, and they have been one's that have done all the repairs and maintenance on our car. Thank You for any help you can give us.
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Re: Volvo reply to 2005 xc90 transmission [joeiwms]
This is exactly what happened to me. The entire time I remained calm and pleasing to both Volvo and the dealership. After I was offered half of the repairs I contacted me rep at Volvo corporate and asked how the decision was made. I explained to her thar I was very aware of them taking care of many identical transmission problems at 100 percent. Basically I just acted appreciative of what ... Read More
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Volvo reply to 2005 xc90 transmission
I posted a couple of time stating my transmission failure and this last time I took my XC90 in the dealership said they would contact Volvo now and see what they would do regarding paying for the transmission. I just heard from the dealer and Volvo said they would pay for half which results in me paying $2700.00 Would anyone please let me know if they would settle for this or ... Read More
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05 Volvo XC90 - Transmission slipping
The transmission in my 2005 XC90 has been "slipping" since July! I have taken it to me Volvo dealership and they confirm that it is slipping in low gear but they say they can't do anything until the system shows a failure "code". Has anyone heard of Volvo fixing a car before the transmission failure code shows up? We all know it's going to happen....I just don't want to be stranded ... Read More
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Re: 2005 XC90 T6 transmission service urgent [joeiwms]
My personal recommendations that have worked for myself and many others in this thread are as follows: Contact the NTSB-again online File an email complaint with your state's Attorney General File an email complaint with your state's Consumer Protection Mention this website and how Volvo has done "Goodwill" transmissions to others. Good luck! Lisa A Souza
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Re: 2005 XC90 T6 transmission service urgent [joeiwms]
I experienced the same problem 3 weeks ago with transmission warning, and now it's at volvo dealer for transmission replacement. I took the matter up to Volvo Canada for free replacement as there is a manufacturing defect with these T6 models, which volvo does not want to agree, but as per volvo technicians it is a manufacturing defect. I am now waiting for their decision and will post the outcome.
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2005 XC90 T6 transmission service urgent
I have a 2005 XC90 T6. Recently it was smoking from the tailpipe and I took it to the Volvo dealership and they replaced the breather box. It still smoked when I brought it home so they said it was the turbo and replaced it. About one week later the "service transmissioin urgent" light came on. I took it to another volvo specialist and the reset the light and changed the ... Read More
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XC90 Rear Differential
I own a Volvo 2005 XC90 and it has 54K miles on it. In November we started hearing a whirring sound and took it to the dealer. They said the rear hub bearings have to be changed, wasn't convinced and took it to my mechanic who works on my Toyota Avalon and he thought it was the rear differential and asked us to go back to Volvo as this shouldn't happen ... Read More
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87k and Transmission Urgent Service Required
I got transmission service required light 7 days ago. Went to a dealer in downtown Los Angeles, they said transmission is fine, no problems, I need to replace a sensor though. $640!!! Ok, i cough up $640. 7 days later i go for a trip to Yosemite, on the way back i see infamous urgent transmission service light. Since I already browsed through this forum I expected the worse. Luckily I ... Read More
Volvo XC90 Tires and Wheels
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alignment problem?
Bought my 2nd Volvo this spring - a used 2005 XC90 T2.5 7-door AWD - in excellent condition but with 80,000 miles. I absolutely love my car! When I bought the car it was pulling slightly to the right so I had it aligned. There were fairly new but cheap tires on the car and those are the ones I am still using. I am not an extremely ruff driver, don't ... Read More
Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission
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Re: 2004, XC90 T6 [wasagabeach]
Hi There, I bought a 2005 XC90-T6 last December, now it's down with the tranny problem. I am in Oakville, Ontario. Volvo dealer quoted me $7500 for a new tranny. Can you please give me the details of your mechanic in your area.
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2005 XC90 T6 - 31,000 miles
Wife has a 2005 XC90 T6. Had no idea about the T6 issues before purchase as I made a rash decision during a dealer auction and decided she didnt need the V8 that I was going to bid on. Long story short. Out of warranty at 31k miles. Transmission gone today. Urgent transmission service light last night, dropped it off immediately, called by Freedom Volvo of Virginia Beach, Va at 9:00 ... Read More
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Re: XC90 T6 2005 [jkorm]
Hi Jkorm, It sounds like I am about to join the "Urgent Transmission Service" club, I had my gearbox serviced 2 weeks at 75,000 with no problems and today the service light is on. Back to the dealer but the car is now of the extended warranty by 1 week. We had the extended warranty as we purchased the car pre-owned from a Volvo dealership. Do you know which department at ... 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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Re: XC90 Transmission Failure [jnjdennis]
Correction, the Volvo XC90 is a 2005. Outstanding news. Volvo had the case opened for 5 days in which they worked with the local Volvo Dealership. Volvo called back on Tuesday and stated they would pay 50% of parts and labor with me picking up the remaining 50%. I called back and stated I was aware of the ongoing issue and asked how they reached the decision to only pay 50% ... 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 T6 2005 [jkorm]
I just got my 05 xc90 back last week after being in the volvo repair for almost 2 weeks. It has less than 42000 miles on it. Transmission was leaking and also got into the axel. Had to have both the transmission and the axel replaced. Repairman made it sound like this is something unusual. Luckily, I have an extended warranty and all but $200 was covered BUT ALL is not ... Read More
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XC90 T6 2005
I forgot to mention...Volvo not only covered the cost for replacing the transmission, but also the front axle, radiator and all lines. There is no warranty other than a standard 90 day issued with the repair, which originally caused me concern given the fact that I thought the transmission was faulty (meaning it would go again in another 50-75K miles). However, the service manager told me the root cause (as determined ... Read More
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XC90 T6 2005
Last week I got the dreaded "Urgent Transmission Service" message and my trans felt like it was stuck in one gear. I bought the car used a few months ago..has 70K on it. I was shocked at the high prevalence of this issue as I read through everyone's posts, however I also found valuable information. When I took the car to the Volvo dealership the next day, I awaited the diagnosis ... Read More
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2005 volvo xc90 trans leak
one year ago ,I bought a premiun 2005 volvo xc90 with 41,000 km . the vehicle now has 58,700 km and is in excellent cond ,except it is leaving a small oil spot on my garage floor just below the trans . as the only volvo dealer in wpg is 12 km away ,I took the vehicle into the shop were i get my oil changed .they advised me that the ... Read More
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Re: 2005 XC90 T6 Transmission [kboy41]
Im in NC too and also have a 2005 T6 with failing transmission. My Volvo has 71,000 miles and I have never had any problems with this car. I love my car and am so disheartened by this problem. I submitted complaints to the NTSC, NC State Attorney General, State Consumer Protection and also to Volvo Consumer Affairs. I have maintained this vehicle according to the factory specifications at my local ... Read More
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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Replace the pollen filter Volvo XC90
Hi,I have a VOLVO 2005 XC90, I want to change the POLLEN FILTER, I do not know location end and how to open.......Does anyone know how to do... Thanks ;)
Volvo XC90 Buying Used
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Re: 2005 XC90 V8 73k miles [qbrozen]
The engine was replaced recently with a used V8 with 53,000 miles. It was not replaced at 20,000 miles with a new engine. I believe it was replaced because of an oil leak that drained the engine & blew it. I wouldn't consider buying it were it not for the fact that the engine was replaced by a friend who works at the dealership. He knows Volvo's well and I trust ... Read More
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2005 XC90 V8 73k miles
I'm looking at a '05 V8. The chassis has 73k miles on it and it's got a replaced Yamaha V8 in it with 53k miles. Also, new tires, brake pads, tie rods. It's from a Volvo dealership which will certify it to 100,000 miles with the Volvo totalcare warranty. It's AWD with 7 passenger, heated seats. Everything except nav and dvd. Dealership is offering it at $17,900. Any thoughts? Also looking ... Read More
Volvo XC90 Electronics and Navigation
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Navigation System losing location
We have a 2005 XC90 V8 with Volvo Navigation system. We have updated the maps every year. In the last few months the system just looses where we are and sometimes it will relocate us on the GPS but other times we have to shut the sytem down and it may not re-locate our position for a day or two (which is frustrating when travelling!). We also purchased a Garmin to ... Read More
Volvo XC 90 Maintenance and Repair
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brakes replacement
We bought our first Volvo in 2005 a fully loaded xc90 because of the safety factor, especially now that the grandkids are almost always with us. about two months ago I had the front pads and rotors replace at Midas at a cost of 600.00 + dollars I was told that the rears were still not needed I have done many a brake job in my 64 + years, but a ... Read More
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