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#51 of 143 Re: Volvo XC90 -- Unusual Tire Wear Issues [houstonken] by houstonken Feb 11, 2007 (7:37 am)
Replying to: houstonken (Dec 27, 2006 8:01 pm) Update. Got call from Volvo NA saying"if you haven't replaced your tires, we can offer you a pro-rated replacement on some better Pirellis." Uh, no thank you.   Dealership (Demontrond) left me a message. No interest in hearing them offer me the same thing.
#52 of 143 suspension noise fixed (i think) by rashidi May 22, 2007 (6:23 am)
Replying to: jccai1 (Jun 26, 2007 2:06 pm) Short Version; Went to indenpendent shop and they filled the steering fluid. I haven't heard the suspension noise for 2 days now!   Long Version; Took my XC90 V8 2005 for 30k service at Volvo dealer. Also showed them the consistent groaning noise from suspension at low speeds, especially when pulling into a parking spot. They gave the car back with "no problems found" and quote of $600+ for front rotors and pads. I took my XC90 to an indepentdent shop across the dealer that specializes in Volvo. I dropped the car off at 12noon and 4pm got a call everything done. Brakes replaced $370 (volvo parts) and suspension noise resolved by filling steering fluid which was below minimum.   I was shocked that the dealer completed my 30k and sent me off with below minimum steering fluid and even more shocked I haven't heard the suspension noise for 2 days! It was really annoying the heck out of me.   Any suggestions for actions against the dealer for doing a 30k service with low steering fluid? At a minimum they are offering to refund the $30.   I still need to spend $900 for 4 tires 30k for new michelins... costco had the best price. Any suggestions for making the dealer pay for the one tire the is bald on the edge, when the other tires still have some life?   Thanks
#53 of 143 Problems with either XC90 or Pirelli's by rexblue Jun 02, 2007 (4:46 pm)
Replying to: jccai1 (Jun 26, 2007 2:06 pm) Had to take my XC90 to the dealer because my front and rear tires were dead. They replaced the complete set and I had to pay $188. This was done at 16000 miles. Now it has 31000 and the front tires are completely gone. Up to the point that we do not drive it if there is a slight chance of rain. This is not what I expected fron a Volvo XC90 2005. SAFETY advertisement and history of Volvo cars was what made me buy one as a family car.   Ahhh and I had to wait over a month to get the second set of tires. Now I will not wait again, I will buy new set of tires but will start researching as I am doing now for possible actions.   If they (Volvo or Pirelli) know there is a problem here, then a solution should be out there now. I can't afford to put my family at risk because some company is not being honest.   Will keep you posted!
#54 of 143 Another Disappointed Owner of XC90 + Pirelli's by gdclnfn Jun 18, 2007 (1:25 pm)
Replying to: jccai1 (Jun 26, 2007 2:06 pm) I just had my 15K service done on my '06 XC90 2.5T. Shocker, the tires needed replacing. Wear is even, but tires are bald. Dealer called and said that Pirelli would replace the Scorpions with Pirelli STR's for no charge. The caveat is that I will have to pay the dealer $120 for an alignment. Yes, I'm happy that Volvo and Pirelli recognize their tires are not suitable for this vehicle, however, I don't feel as I should be required to pay for an alignment on a vehicle with only 15K miles. Am I wrong for feeling this way? Replies to this message: nelaco (Jun 18, 2007 4:28 pm) 44ad (Jul 15, 2007 6:32 pm)
#55 of 143 Re: Another Disappointed Owner of XC90 + Pirelli's [gdclnfn] by nelaco Jun 18, 2007 (4:28 pm)
Replying to: gdclnfn (Jun 18, 2007 1:25 pm) I had my tires replaced under warranty and I did not get charged for alignment nor installation/balancing. Go to a different dealer or better yet, call Volvo directly.   Nelson Replies to this message: 44ad (Jul 15, 2007 6:32 pm)
#56 of 143 Goodyear Eagle ResponseEdge by jccai1 Jun 26, 2007 (2:12 pm)
Replying to: jccai1 (Jun 26, 2007 2:06 pm) I posted this question on the other tire thread also. Just wondering what people think of this tire.   I saw this tire on TireRack. It's V-rated with a load index compatible with the XC90. It's all-season touring, with AAA rating and a tread wear index higher than that of the Michelin. And it's available in 235/60R18. I didn't see any comments on this tire from any mid-size SUV owners on TireRack. Most sedan drivers praised this tire.   I don't usually like GY tires, but at $144, it's much more affordable than the $217 Michelin, which won't last more than 25k miles.
#57 of 143 Re: Another Disappointed Owner of XC90 + Pirelli's [nelaco] by 44ad Jul 15, 2007 (6:32 pm)
Replying to: nelaco (Jun 18, 2007 4:28 pm) I've now had this happen with two different XC90's. Our 2005 T6 (replaced 10/06 under CA lemon law due to untraceable electrical drain problem)needed new tires because of bad outside wear at front at about 12,000 miles. I paid 25% of cost, Volvo paid 75% that time (and those were Michelin's, not the Pirellis). Our 2007 V8 (otherwise a much better car than the 05 T6), had the right front wear show up at 7,500 miles, also Michelin's. First dealer blew me off entirely, so as soon as I have time I'm headed back to dealer who did the 7500 service (at about 6,200 miles, no problem reported then) and who took care of me on the other car. Either way, I'll need four new tires due to tread depth differential.   Having had it happen on two different cars, I'm convinced that even by the tire-eating standards of most SUV's this is a design defect. Volvo should own up to it and provide free tire replacement at least up to MFG warranty point, and better yet, for life of vehicle.
#58 of 143 46,000 2nd set of wheel bearings and unusual tire wear by rman75 Aug 02, 2007 (8:13 am)
Replying to: jccai1 (Jun 26, 2007 2:06 pm) I too, have experienced bearing problems and tire wear. My 2005, V8 XC90 has now had the 2nd set of wheel bearings replaced. After the first set, I knew the telltale sign was the sound of driving on snow tires. And one of my 4 tires (Michelin's) has severe tread wear in the center. Another tire is not quite as bad, and the other two are Ok.   So now it seems my two year old car, with 46,000 miles should be quickly dumped before I have more trouble. How do we all band together so that Volvo supports us?
#59 of 143 Re: Volvo XC90 -- Unusual Tire Wear Issues [137walter] by go_canes Aug 17, 2007 (5:45 am)
Replying to: 137walter (Jan 04, 2007 12:14 pm) I have the same problem with the Michelins on my wifes XC90 with only 12,000 miles. Was yours our anyone out there replaced for free (Warranty). My dealership (Volvoville LI) will not honor any waranty on the tires and they say I have to pay for them?? That is ridiculous I bought this vehicle for my wife to drive our children in because of it's outstanding safety record. My Volvo dealership say's: the way the tread on my Michelins is worn is because they are improperly inflated maintained?? BS Someone have any advice?   Thanks   Frank
#60 of 143 tire wear by icequeen Sep 15, 2007 (10:14 am)
Replying to: jccai1 (Jun 26, 2007 2:06 pm) Holy cow! Reading this forum on the XC90 and it doesn't look good. The main complaint of brakes, rods, suspension, bearings, is a expensive journal being written. And the amount of miles ....shocking. I own a 2004 XC90 turbo with 20k on it right now and I love the car. I have had some problems that were unexpected for a $45,000+ BRAND NEW CAR, that should never been an issue. Living in New Hampshire, and having to drive 100 miles+ round trip to the nearest dealer tend to make me cranky, but the dealer took care of the issues at their cost. My tires were shot at 14k. I was just doing research for tires and came across this forum. All I can say is thank you to all that have posted their issues and I am now tossing the ball around with the idea of S E L L I N G. I am on a fixed income being retired. I can't imagine spending that kind of money on repair of a new car, the time and travel for repairs, and fighing with the dealer every step. I too damn old.

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