- The problem
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 xc90 vehicles manufactured from january 29, 2010, through august 16, 2010. The power steering fluid may leak from the oil pipe connection at the steering gear valve housing.
- The risk
- This condition could lead to a sudden loss of power steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the oil pipes on the power steering rack free of charge. The recall is scheduled to begin during june 2011. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Vehicle safety record
2011 Volvo XC90 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2011 Volvo XC90 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 2011 for the steering.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical XC90 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2011 Volvo XC90 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 2011 Volvo XC90 yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Volvo XC90: every year compared
All XC90 years2011 Volvo XC90 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Volvo XC90 | 0 | 1 | A | |
| 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | 82 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 82 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 2011 Acura MDX | 70 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2011 Acura RDX | 16 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 0 | 5 | B | Compare |
| 2011 Audi Q7 | 0 | 4 | A | Compare |
| 2011 BMW X3 | 0 | 4 | B | Compare |
| 2011 BMW X5 | 0 | 14 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2011 Volvo XC90
Does the 2011 Volvo XC90 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Volvo XC90: steering (May 2011). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2011 Volvo XC90 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2011 Volvo XC90 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 96 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Volvo XC90 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Volvo XC90 years have the most complaints?
2005 (223), 2006 (53), 2007 (38). See every Volvo XC90 year compared.
What should I do if my 2011 Volvo XC90 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data