Forward Collision Avoidance Problems of Volvo XC90

Volvo XC90 owners have reported 31 forward collision avoidance related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common forward collision avoidance problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic emergency braking (17 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's warnings (9 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Forward Collision Avoidance related problems of Volvo XC90


Recently reported Forward Collision Avoidance problems of Volvo XC90

The Automatic Emergency Braking problem

The accident avoidance system engaged during a 55mph drive on a divided 4 lane road. No other cars on road, no animals. Car swerved sharply to left half way into left lane and brakes engaged sharply, enough that driver and passenger in front went forward.   Read details...

The Warnings problem

While driving, I experienced a sudden loss of braking assist with no warning. The brake pedal became extremely hard to press, accompanied by a hissing/air sound. Despite applying full pressure, the vehicle did not slow as expected and continued moving.   Read details...

The Adaptive Cruise Control problem

Adas, air bar warning lights/urgent and high gas fumes coming out from the rear seats when fully filled gas   Read details...

The Forward Collision Avoidance problem

The contact owns a 2017 Volvo Xc90. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, a vehicle approximately 50 yards in front of him stopped and caused the forward collision avoidance feature to be activated.   Read details...




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