Wheel Related Problems of the 2011 Volvo XC90

Table 1 shows one common wheel related problems of the 2011 Volvo XC90.

Table 1. Wheel related problems of Volvo XC90

Problem Category Number of Problems
Wheel problems
1

Wheel problem

Spare wheel winch cable separated from wheel hub retainer hook. The hook device is held in place by a compression ring over the cable. Compression failed causing separation and dropping spare wheel on roadway while vehicle was in motion. Spare wheel became a 30 lbs uncontrolled projectile/hazard to other motorists. No rust or corrosion detected, see pictures.


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