2007 Volvo Xc90 problems, complaints & recalls

2026-02-02 · Visibility/Wiper · 🔥 fire

“while driving the vehicle under normal conditions, a sudden electrical fire occurred, requiring immediate evacuation. the vehicle was pulled over safely and the driver exited before the fire escalated. the fire department responded and the vehicle was declared a total loss due to fire damage. the failure is believed to have originated from an elect…”

2023-12-29 · Air Bags · 80,000 mi

“the contact owns a 2007 volvo xc90. the contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated on the instrument cluster. the local dealer was contacted, and it was diagnosed that the failure was due to the air bag module. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the result was…”

2023-11-27 · Fuel/Propulsion System

“ i am writing to bring to your attention a concerning matter regarding my recently acquired 2007 volvo xc90. upon refueling the vehicle to a level exceeding half the tank capacity, there is a discernible and persistent odor of gasoline within the cabin. given the potential safety implications associated with such an issue, i am seeking your guidan…”

2023-09-02 · Fuel/Propulsion System

“drivers side fuel tank sending unit print or sending unit top leaking fuel, a check engine light appeared and almost instantly started smelling like gas. the check engine said small evap leak. this is a huge safety concern for my family and i. no further action has been done. …”

2022-12-13 · Fuel/Propulsion System

“ if the condition occurs vehicle owners may notice fuel smell and/or fuel leak which, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. this recall was done for a 2004 volvo xc90 . i am currently experiencing the same problem with my 2007 volvo xc90 awd. every time, i fill up to 1/2 a tank or full , i start to smell the fumes insid…”

2019-10-23 · Unknown Or Other · 110,000 mi

“the issue first started on ma 3rd, 2019. i was driving down the highway on my way to the beach. the road was a little bumpy and then all of the sudden my car lost all power and shut itself off. it through 3 codes, 1. immobilizer, 2. engine control module and 3. climate control module. i was able to have it towed home. my husband decided to research…”

2019-04-07 · Steering · 46,000 mi

“on or about february 06, 2019, our 2007 volvo xc-90 experienced a steering lock failure. that is the lock could not advance to the start position and consequently locked the key in the ignition switch. the lock would not advance. consequently performed the following: a) consulted volvo owner's manual. the manual was silent on this. since th…”

2018-07-26 · Engine · 197,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2007 volvo xc90. while the vehicle was stationary, the electronic control module and timing control module failed. the engine control module sent a signal to the timing control module, which caused an engine seizure. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the timing control module needed …”

2018-05-29 · Service Brakes · 215,000 mi

“the yellow abs brake light came on. the red parking brake light came on. the car had a loud long beep noise activated. finally, the "regan bakes disabled" reading was displayed!!! also heard the brake pads (4 wheel disk brakes) sounded like they were scratching on the rotors. all information on the internet/nhtsa vehicle recall website says…”

2018-02-02 · Unknown Or Other · 194,000 mi · 🔥 fire

“after 30 minutes of highway driving exited onto secondary road to add oil for low oil light indicator. engine began smoking in two minutes and lifting hood caused engine to burst into flames. chemical fire retardant sprayed within three minutes. result was incinerated alternator and all codes alarmed. car turns over. fuses good.…”