One problem related to engine belts and pulleys has been reported for the 2016 Volvo XC90. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2016 Volvo XC90 based on all problems reported for the 2016 XC90.
The pulley on the alternator failed so the serpentine belt fell lose and ended up behind the engine where the timing belt is located. This caused the engine to lose timing and damaged all the valves, cylinders, and engine block. Now the Volvo dealer is telling me the engine can't be repaired and will need to be replaced with a new one that will cost $16,000. 00. This happened while the vehicle was being driven on the freeway and arterial streets. The damage to the engine was caused by the failure of the alternator pulley. This should be a recall.