Transmission Failure problems of the 2005 Volvo XC90

Transmission completely failed. This was the 2nd transmission, as the first one failed at 45000 miles. I had to replace the transmission at a cost of $6000. Rebuilding failed trans was slightly cheaper but not worth it. I understand there is a class action lawsuit, but was settled before my transmission failed.

The contact owns a 2005 Volvo Xc90. While driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the transmission failed and the instrument panel dimmed temporarily. The contact disconnected the battery cable to reset the vehicle and managed to restart the vehicle. The failure occurred multiple times. An independent mechanic stated that the central electric module malfunctioned which prevents the vehicle from draining water properly during rainy conditions. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 165,000.

Transmission complete failure at 92,000 miles. Appears to be a material manufacturing defect. Volvo tech spec describes defective part, yet Volvo dealership requiring complete replacement of transmission.

60,000 miles on a 1995 Volvo Xc90 and the transmission just failed for the fourth time. The transmission was already replaced three times. Failure results in car stopping without warning. Anytime, anyplace, it just loses power.

2005 Volvo xc 90 t6 transmission failure and turn signal not operating.

Me and my wife just bought our first Volvo 4 days ago!!! and my wife was on the high way with our 7 month old son when the transmission failed on her and they almost got into a car accident. Thank god she was able to pull over on the side of the high way and call aaa and we had the car towed to the Volvo dealer were we bought it from because they gave us a 3 month/ 3000 mile warranty. And now it's been 3 days and we have no car and the dealer is saying that they are trying to reprogram the transmission. I wish that I would have read some of these reviews on this model car. Because they all seem to have transmission problems and they should have recalled that problem. What should we do? [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Transmission failure of Volvo Xc90 t6. Known problem that the transmission in this car is bad. Left stranded in the middle of an intersection and was almost rear-ended! "transmission service urgent" light came on and took to be checked out. Was told couldn't find problem and replaced fluid. To no avail and was left stranded! I have found countless complaints online from others with this same issue!!.

My 2005 Volvo Xc90's transmission unexpectedly failed during acceleration while I was turning left across traffic causing a significant decrease in power which in turn required several cars to have to "slam" on their brakes to avoid hitting me. Their "slamming" on the brakes caused the cars behind them to have to brake hard to avoid rear-ending them. After taking the SUV to the dealership for diagnostic check and learning that our transmission needed to be replaced, I did a search on our car make and model and found that I was no where near the first person to experience a terrifying event like this due to Volvo's transmission failures. I found page after page of accounts where peoples cars suddenly would not accelerate as usual due to transmission failure. This is a major safety issue that I think the ntsb needs to investigate due to Volvo's refusal to either acknowledge or correct the problem. Please don't wait until an entire family is hurt or killed before taking action. Please do not repeat the Toyota mistakes.

I have a 2005 Volvo Xc90 t6. The transmission failed on the highway today,and I was nearly rear ended with two small children in the truck. The light came on now that said transmission service urgent. I complained to the Volvo dealer 7 months ago. They did a software upgrade and said all was fine. Volvo is well aware of this problem with many many 2005 xc 90 t6 vehicles.

My 2005 Volvo Xc90 t6 transmission has failed for a second time at 95,000 miles. This is the second defective transmission for the vehicle, which was originally replaced at 35,000 miles. While driving on the interstate and attempting to accelerate into traffic, the vehicle suddenly went into high rpms as if in "neutral", failed to properly accelerate, and the "service transmission warning" light came on. This dealer says the transmission must be replaced a second time. Volvo is aware of the chronic problem with the 2003-2005 t6 version of the Xc90 but thus far has not issued a recall. It is not unheard of for the vehicles to require 2 or three transmissions by 100,000 miles. There are hundreds if not thousands of similar reports available on internet websites. This is a dangerous situation because the vehicle suddenly stalls without warning while the driver is attempting to accelerate, such as when merging into interstate traffic.

We have a 2005 Volvo Xc90 t6 we had complained to Volvo of a slipping transmission. They said it had no problems. Now the transmission failed. We almost had an accident with our 3 small children. These cars need to be investigated. Many have experienced problems and Volvo is just replacing them with the same defective units.

I am the owner of a 2005 Xc90 Volvo with 79,000 miles on it and the transmission has failed and needs to be replaced. My car broke down on a busy interstate and I barely evaded a catastrophic accident when the trans failed and my vehicle came to an abrupt stop (endangering the life of my family of 7 traveling in the car). This common problem in the 2005 Xc90's automatic transmissions are well documented throughout the internet by Volvo owners. Additionally, shredded metal reached the radiator and other coolant departments that also now need to be replaced. The total cost of repairing the damage caused is $6,700. 00. I bought this car to provide my family a secure vehicle while I am deployed. I expected the vehicle to last at least to 100,000 miles. The car is only 4 years old and already needs the transmission replaced. . I contacted Volvo and it is taking them a long time to get back to me. My car is sitting at a repair shop while I wait for a phone call to see if they will help cover the costs or not. A Volvo technical support representative admitted to me that they are aware that this is a common problem with the 2005 model but are not saying that they would cover the expenses or initiate a recall, rather she said that they would "see" if they could assist me in some way. Again, I have not heard from them and continue to call but have not made any progress with them. After doing some research it is obvious that many Volvo owners of the Xc90 2005 are having the same problem and this needs to be addressed by the NHTSA so that Volvo is held accountable for a faulty product that has been clearly documented. There are thousands of posts on various forums detailing similar experiences. Volvo has done nothing to address this irrefutable problem. What is the NHTSA doing to force Volvo to initiate a recall?.

We have recently had transmission failure on 2005 Volvo Xc90 t6 awd at 59,700 miles. We are 2nd owner and bought 12/31/09 with 59,074 and carfax check was stellar. The vehicle is just 9,700 miles out of warranty. We have contacted Volvo USA concerning goodwill policy and vehicle is at tulsa dealer who are also working from their end.

Yesterday, our 2005 Volvo Xc90 stalled completely at around 84,000 miles and was towed for service. A diagnosis determined that the radiator leaked into the transmission causing a mechanical failure. This will likely require the replacement of the transmission and possibly the radiator. Our extended warranty will cover the cost of major components such as the transmission and radiator but will not cover the new hoses and other required accessories. The NHTSA needs to act on this soon. As a brief search of the internet will show, these problems are far too common to be considered "normal wear and tear. " most failures are occurring at around 4 years of age and between 50,000-88,000 miles. The frequency of failures in this make and model at the same age/mileage are clearly a result of a design and/or manufacturing defect. A mandatory safety recall seems to be the only logical resolution to this defect and would protect the safety of tens of thousands of us drivers who have yet to experience a transmission failure in this make and model.

I am the owner of a 2005 Xc90 Volvo. This car only has 69,000 miles on it and the transmission has failed and needs to be replaced. My car broke down on a short road trip in the middle of no where on top of a snowy mountain. Due to the poor quality of transmission coupled with the powerful engine the transmission shredded metal that reached the radiator and other coolant departments that also now need to be replaced. The total cost of repairing the damage caused is $6,700. 00. I bought this car in hopes to have a secure vehicle to drive my kids around while my husband is deployed and expected to it last at least to 100,000 miles. The car is only 4 years old and should not be needing such extensive repairs. I contacted Volvo and it is taking them a long time to get back to me. My car is sitting at a repair shop while I wait for a phone call to see if they will help cover the costs or not. A Volvo technical support representative admitted to me that they are aware that this is a common problem with this year and make but were not saying that they would cover the expenses, rather she said that they would see if they could assist me in some way. I am dissatisfied with their lack of response and unwillingness to help correct their mistake. After doing some research it is obvious that many Volvo owners of the cx90 2005 are having the same problem and this needs to be addressed and Volvo needs to be help accountable for their faulty product, they need to sell cars that are safe for families to drive.

I have a 2005 Volvo Xc90 t6 the transmission just failed at only 75000 miles. My son bought the same car at the same time as me brand new. His transmission has been replaced twice.

I have a 2005 Volvo Xc90 t6. The transmission failed at 60,000 miles and will cost $4600+ to repair. The transmission should last longer than 60,000 miles unless there is a defect in design.

Transmission failure at less than 65000 miles. Originally reported at 54756 miles. Oem warranty expired at 50,000 miles. Own extended warranty but so far dealer has had vehicle 3 times over course of last 9 months and unable to get extended warranty company to replace transmission.