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#71 of 143 Re: last volvo purchase [donteven] by jim314 Nov 10, 2007 (12:48 pm)
Replying to: donteven (Nov 10, 2007 9:44 am) My 2004 V70 base model 2.4L 168 hp came with Michelin MXV4 Energy (195/65-15) and three of them now have 30 kmi on them. I don't have a tread gauge, but the tread is getting near the minimum. The 4th tire (rear pass side) is only about a year old because of an unrepairable puncture in the original tire when this car was being driven by my wife. My wife picked up a roofing staple outside Discount Tire's repair zone. If I had been driving this car, I would have tried to plug it and if that had worked I would not have to worry now about how many tires to buy when the tread on the three originals gets too low.   My wife's 2007 XC90 3.2 came with Michelin 4X4 Synchrone (235/65-17) and they only have about 5500 miles on them so I cannot say how they will wear. Replies to this message: jim314 (Nov 10, 2007 5:25 pm) martyf (Nov 14, 2007 4:01 am)
#72 of 143 Re: last volvo purchase [jim314] by jim314 Nov 10, 2007 (5:25 pm)
Replying to: jim314 (Nov 10, 2007 12:48 pm) On the Michelin site the MXV4 Plus Energy is touted as promoting fuel efficiency and being longer lasting, starting tread is 10/32". My 04 V70 gets great highway fuel economy, up to 34 mpg on IH. Maybe your mpg (esp highway) will increase with these tires.   The 4X4 Synchrone is described as having superior all weather traction, starting tread 13/32".   "Energy™ MXV4®: Get More Miles For Your Money; Enjoy A Quiet, Comfortable Ride; Go Farther With Each Tank Of Gas; 400 A A   http://www.michelinman.com/michelinman/action/tires/find-by-tire-size/compare/   "Plus 4x4 Synchrone®: Experience Grip In All Seasons; 380 AA A "   Both tires are rated at 51 psi max and I set them at 40 psi cold despite the fact that the tire placqards recommend a somewhat lower pressure. The MXV4 Plus is rated at a higher load-- 1984lbs. (at 51 psi) vs 1804lbs. (at 51 *psi) for the 4x4 Synchrone. Replies to this message: martyf (Nov 14, 2007 4:01 am)
#73 of 143 Re: last volvo purchase [jim314] by martyf Nov 14, 2007 (4:01 am)
Replying to: jim314 (Nov 10, 2007 5:25 pm) I have a 2004 XC90 3.2 and have had good luck with the tires. I had over 30,000 miles on the original tires -- 4X4 Synchrone -- with good tread left when I had a flat that could not be fixed. I didn't want to buy 1 new tire, especially the expensive Michelins so I bought a set of Bridgetone Duelers. With about 5,000 miles to date they have been very good, although I also did not have any problems with the Synchrones.
#74 of 143 tread wear by louharry Nov 15, 2007 (5:35 pm)
My wife and I purchased a used 04 XC90 and have had the vehicle for less than a year. After 3 months, our front tires outside tread, Michelin Pilots, wore down to 2/32. We have had 3 alignments and numerous appointments with Volvo and Discount Tire about the situation. We have just been informed that the back tread is now down to 2/32 and we haven't had the vehicle a full year. We are past the warranty and now have to pay out of pocket for a new set of tires. I would like to know if anyone has any recommendation's? There has to be something defective with the vehicle. Replies to this message: allaboutcars (Jan 05, 2008 3:50 pm)
#75 of 143 4 Season Tire Recommendation by paul234 Nov 19, 2007 (11:57 am)
Looking for a 4 season tire (17") for XC90 and not impressed with winter traction of OEM tires. I am considering the following:   Nokian WR SUV Goodyear Fortera Triple Tread Michelin All Terrain (in the 17" size it has an LTX M&S hybrid tread pattern)   Any recommendations by those that have driven them on the XC90 would be appreciated. Interested in your comments relative to handling, noise, ride and wear.   Thanks
#76 of 143 Re: tread wear [louharry] by allaboutcars Jan 05, 2008 (3:50 pm)
Replying to: louharry (Nov 15, 2007 5:35 pm) I have a 2005 V8 XC90 and have the same problem. My wife got into an accident a few years ago and I thought the wear was caused by it. I had the truck aligned by a local shop first and then decided to take it to Volvo after I felt the problem wasn’t resolved. To this day it's still doing the same thing and causing the same odd ware pattern on the outside of the tire. I’m looking for a new set of tires and I don’t even know where to start. It seems like all of the tires made for its 235-60-18 size are all terrible. Any advice?
#77 of 143 Re: Whining Noise - 2004 [dmcdude] by sarducci Mar 01, 2008 (12:58 pm)
Replying to: dmcdude (Oct 16, 2006 7:57 am) What was the mileage when the wheel bearings went? Did they replace them for free? Thanks.
#78 of 143 Volvo XC90 Tires/Rotors by miamibeach Mar 18, 2008 (2:51 pm)
My 2006 Volvo XC90 is the worst car I have ever had. My car has under 24K miles and needs new tires already, as many other people have written about. It has also had to have replaced 18 months later corroded and rear rotors and bearings. I originally took the car in to check out a rubbing type of noise in the front column that after reading others' complaints seems to be a common problem. How it turned out to be corroded rear rotors is beyond me, and them for that matter. First they claimed we must have had the car submerged under water (while the rest of the vehicle remained in pristine condition with no evidence of water). Then they suggested we had the car up north in snow conditions. We live year round in Florida. Deel Volvo of Coral Gables FL expected us to pay for it ($3,000+). We refused to pay and said we would leave the car with them and start litigation. They ended up footing the bill and told us "it was a one time courtesy" repair like they were doing us a big extended favor. I just took the car in for its 3rd 7500 mile service and they rotated the tires (which by the way they mentioned nothing about the tire tread until I asked them about it) and now the tires make a lot of noise as if I am driving a jeep wrangler with the top down. They said to me before I left, "you will hear a "whirring" noise from the tires, it's nothing." The steering, brake system, wheel system on this car is terrible. If you want to give yourself a huge headache, spend loads of money on constant repairs and labor rip offs, get this car. Volvo corporate is no better, offering no solutions or help in answering questions. Their roadside assistance program is slow, with rude and unprofessional site employees. I did not receive any response from Volvo when I sent a complaint in about one of their roadside assistance service guys. I cant wait to get rid of this car and unfortunatety have another 18 months to go. If you ask me Volvo is hiding a lot, and the safety of this vehicle is at question. Replies to this message: ipete (Mar 24, 2008 6:34 am) donteven (Mar 27, 2008 7:20 am)
#79 of 143 What tires are new XC90s equipped with? by jpix Mar 18, 2008 (6:58 pm)
I was about to purchase a new XC90 on the 24 month/24000 lease plan. I'm kinda' worried that I'll have to replace the tires before lease end. May be enough to make me buy some other car.   What brands of tires are brand new XC90s equipped with and are they any good?
#80 of 143 Re: Volvo XC90 Tires/Rotors [miamibeach] by ipete Mar 24, 2008 (6:34 am)
Replying to: miamibeach (Mar 18, 2008 2:51 pm) My wife have a 06 Volvo XC90 which she purchased new. After about 4-6 months, I notice an increase in noise coming from the tires. After numerous complaints to the service department, they changed the tires. Again, after about 6 months, the noise returned. This time they said that it was normal because of the type of tires. I continued to complain and they changed the tires again. She have put about 15,000 miles on these tires and the noise is back again. I called the dealership last week to request an appointment and the service manager quickly asked me how many miles did we have on the vehicle which is 38,000 miles. He said that Volvo will not give me any more new tires. I told him that I was never interested in new tire, I am interested in finding and fixing the problem that is causing the abnormal tire wear. He said he did not know what was causing it to wear and that they have seen this in other Volvo XC90's. Additionally, he is very rude and have never been a custormer friendly manager. I sent a note to the BBB last week and still waiting to hear from them. The very reason that my wife choose Volvo was her expectation of better customer service, however so far at least with this dealership, this has been far from the truth. We are comtemplating our options at this point. I am highly disappointed with Volvo service department. Replies to this message: donteven (Mar 27, 2008 7:20 am)

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