Four problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 2008 Volvo XC90. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Volvo XC90 based on all problems reported for the 2008 XC90.
All seatbelts in vehicle sticks and/or catches have to use seriously more pressure on release button,or seatbelt/latch it’s self or both. My wife and children have had me have to come get it because it wouldn’t release. Engine motor mount bolt had to be replaced, I noticed when alternator went out, vehicle wouldn’t respond from throttle acted like it was missing then threw dash lights then no lights all of a sudden it happened within 1-2mins vehicle wouldn’t respond while running stopped in middle of road. Didn’t give any warning was even going out. Locks not working right with key fob 1or more locks won’t lock/unlock including the fuel door lock, as well as child saftey locks coming on randomly. Steering locked in full turn left/right have to manually turn wheel because it will continue in direction wheel is associated in while moving instead of returning towards middle on its own momentum. Climate control fan not working properly not enough blowing force and ambient temperature sensor for climate control not regulating temperature/doesn’t read correctly.
Fan control module not functioning properly. Loss of cooling system function and engine overheats. Air conditioner doesn't work properly. Mechanic has confirmed it is the fan control module that is failing. Same year different vehicles have same issues in case # NHTSA campaign id number: 09v218000 n/a.
Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Volvo Xc90. The contact stated that the sensor illuminated for anti-skid failure and anti-skid off. The vehicle was sold in this condition as the sensors illuminated within a week of purchasing the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop who diagnosed that the yaw sensors a and d needed to be replaced and that the sensors malfunctioned. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 77,320. Dyd.
The contact owns a 2008 Volvo Xc90. While driving approximately 35 mph, the battery warning indicator remained illuminated. A few moments later, other unknown warning indicators began to illuminate. The vehicle was maneuvered to a safe location. The front driver and passenger side power window switches failed to operate when activated. The engine was turned off and failed to restart. Roadside assistance inspected the vehicle and jumpstarted the battery. The vehicle resumed normal operation. The contact mentioned that the srs warning indicator illuminated for two years and continued. The rear passenger door ajar message displayed even though the doors were closed in a secured position. In addition, the child lock fault message illuminated. The failures recurred and persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 116,580.
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