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2004 VOLVO XC90

6 recalls Risk Grade: B Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #09V483000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The fuel pump in your vehicle is responsible for delivering gasoline from the tank to the engine. In some 2001-2005 models, the pump can crack in hot climates with temperature changes and poor fuel quality.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pump cracks, you might notice a fuel smell or leak. If this happens near an ignition source, it could cause a fire.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will inspect the fuel pump and replace it with a new, improved one if needed – all for free. Schedule the repair when you get your recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2001-2005 S80, MODEL YEAR 2001-2004 V70, S60, XC70 AND MODEL YEAR 2003-2005 XC90 VEHICLES SOLD IN OR REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, ARIZONA, ARKANSAS, CALIFORNIA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, HAWAII, KENTUCKY, LOUISIANA, MISSISSIPPI, NEVADA, NEW MEXICO, NORTH CAROLINA, OKLAHOMA, SOUTH CAROLINA, TENNESSEE, TEXAS, UTAH, VIRGINIA AND THE U.S. TERRITORIES. WHEN EXPOSED TO CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS (HOT CLIMATE AND TEMPERATURE CYCLING) OVER TIME AND IN COMBINATION WITH VARYING FUEL QUALITY, THE FUEL PUMP CAN DEVELOP CRACKS IN THE FUEL PUMP FLANGE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE CONDITION OCCURS VEHICLE OWNERS MAY NOTICE FUEL SMELL AND/OR FUEL LEAK WHICH, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL PUMP INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE, AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP WITH A PART OF A MODIFIED DESIGN. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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Critical #06V155000 Plain English
Component

STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The tie rod assembly is a critical part of your steering system. It helps connect the front wheels to the steering rack and keeps your vehicle going straight when you're driving. In some 2006 Volvo models, the outer ball joint can wear out at high loads, losing its grip and potentially breaking.
Risk if Unfixed
If the outer ball joint fails, driving could become much harder. The steering might feel loose or spongy, making it harder to control your vehicle. This could increase the risk of a crash, especially in heavy traffic or emergency maneuvers.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will replace the faulty outer ball joint tie rods with stronger, improved versions – at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES,THE OUTER TIE ROD BALL JOINT CAN DEFORM AT HIGH LOADS CAUSING A LOSS OF THE CLAMPING FORCE AND THE NUT MAY LOOSEN, WHICH MAY EVENTUALLY LEAD TO A FATIGUE FRACTURE OF THE OUTER TIE ROD BALL JOINT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THE DRIVER MAY NOTICE THAT THE VEHICLE IS DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE OUTER BALL JOINT TIE RODS WITH IMPROVED OUTER BALL JOINT TIE RODS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 23, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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High Priority #03V434000 Plain English
Component

WHEELS

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The front wheel speed sensors in your vehicle are like tiny speedometers that tell your car how fast each wheel is turning. In some cases, these sensors might not be working properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the sensors fail, it could cause your vehicle's brakes, engine, transmission, and stability systems to malfunction. This could make it harder to control your vehicle, especially when braking or driving on slippery roads.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will replace the faulty sensors with new ones, free of charge. You'll receive a notification on December 8, 2003, but you can also call Volvo Cars at 1-800-458-1552 to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSORS MAY BE DEFECTIVE, CAUSING AN ERRONEOUS WHEEL SPEED SIGNAL.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS CAN ADVERSELY AFFECT A NUMBER OF VEHICLE FUNCTIONS, INCLUDING BRAKE, ENGINE, TRANSMISSION, AND TORQUE DISTRIBUTION CONTROL WHICH RELY ON THIS SIGNAL FOR PROPER OPERATION.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT WHEEL SENSORS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 8, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.
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High Priority #03V391000 Plain English
Component

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The seat belt attachments in your second and third row seats might not be securely attached.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a crash, the seat belt might not hold you in place, which could cause serious injury.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will inspect and fix the seat belt attachments for free, so be sure to schedule an appointment as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE SEAT BELT ATTACHMENT(S) FOR THE SECOND AND THIRD ROW SEAT(S) MAY NOT HAVE BEEN FITTED PROPERLY.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPAIR THE SECOND AND/OR THIRD ROW SEAT BELT ATTACHMENTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 8, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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Moderate #10V566000 Plain English
Component

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The Garmin portable GPS unit in your vehicle is a small computer that helps you navigate. The battery in this unit could overheat and cause a fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If the battery overheats, it could catch fire, which could cause damage to your vehicle or injure you.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will replace the battery in your Garmin GPS unit with a new one, and add a spacer to prevent future overheating, all at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
VOLVO ADVISES OWNERS TO PLEASE STOP USING THE GARMIN PORTABLE GPS DEVICE IMMEDIATELY, AND VISIT THE GARMIN WEBSITE TO DETERMINE IF THEIR UNIT IS AFFECTED. THE UNIT'S BATTERY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW BATTERY AND A SPACER WILL BE INSERTED ON TOP OF THE BATTERY NEXT TO THE PCB. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN AT 866-957-1981 OR VISIT GARMIN'S WEBSITE AT WWW.GARMIN.COM/NUVIBATTERYPCBRECALL.
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Moderate #06V144000 Plain English
Component

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The wiper arm on your vehicle is the part that moves back and forth to clean your windshield. In some cases, if you don't properly clean your windshield before driving in bad weather, the wiper arm could slip off its track, making it impossible to use the wipers.
Risk if Unfixed
If your wipers can't move and you're driving in bad weather, you'll have a hard time seeing the road ahead. This could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will replace the wiper arms and the parts that hold them in place – it's free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, IF THE WIPER ARM IS ACTIVATED IN EXTREME WINTER WEATHER CONDITIONS AND WITHOUT LIFTING THE WIPER ARMS AND CLEANING THE WINDSHIELD PRIOR TO MOVING, THE WIPER ARM MIGHT SLIP ON ITS DRIVESHAFT, RESULTING IN AN INABILITY TO MOVE THE WIPERS FROM THE PARK POSITION.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
INOPERATIVE WIPERS UNDER INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS COULD CAUSE A CRASH DUE TO IMPAIRED VISIBILITY.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIPER ARMS AND RETAINING NUTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 5, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.
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Browse by Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
STEERING
1 recall
WHEELS
1 recall
SEAT BELTS
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall
VISIBILITY
1 recall

Other VOLVO XC90 Years

2011
1 recall
2010
3 recalls
2009
1 recall
2008
3 recalls
2007
2 recalls
2006
3 recalls
2005
6 recalls
2003
5 recalls

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