One problem related to tailgate has been reported for the 2011 Volvo XC90. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2011 Volvo XC90 based on all problems reported for the 2011 XC90.
Tailgate strut mounting bolt became detached from car body as I opened the tail gate. The tailgate started to fall closed but I was able to stop it before it hit me.