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143 messages, Last post on Nov 21, 2009 at 5:08 PM
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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.
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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 |
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Replying to: louharry (Nov 15, 2007 5:35 pm) |
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Replying to: dmcdude (Oct 16, 2006 7:57 am) |
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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.  
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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? |
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Replying to: miamibeach (Mar 18, 2008 2:51 pm)
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| I live in Anchorage Alaska. I own a 2004 Volvo XC90. I have 46,000 miles on my vehicle (6 months using Nokian Hakapalitta's studded tires, 6 months of michelin Pilots that came with the car, over the course of 46,000 miles). The Nokian studded tires are in much better shape than the tires that came with the vehicle. I have outer wear on all 4 tires that came with the vehicle. Does anyone have any recommendations on what tires to purchase that will last at least 30,000 miles with the XC90 in summer conditions such as Tampa Florida because that is where I am moving to this summer. My Volvo has handled like a champion on snow and ice! With that being said this is a list of issues with my XC90, 12,000 miles they had to replace the sway bar assembly $1200(covered by warranty) because it felt like my power steering had gone out. I noticed very slight play in the steering wheel ever since, took it to Volvo they said it is fine. Had to have stereo replaced because it stopped working. Replaced front brakes at 40,000 miles(Volvo replaces all parts including metal parts when brakes are fixed). When I stop slowly (every now and then) my brakes squeak. Volvo checked my brakes again and said they were fixed properly (said they could not reproduce sound). 46,400 mile mark heard noise in rear of vehicle (they replaced the rear wheel bearings). When they fixed the bearings they called me and said did you notice that your car turns like a truck in low drive. I said "I told you guys this before and you said everything is fine". Bottom line is that my fuse went out that aids the power steering. They fixed it right or so I thought, at the dealership when the attendant brought my vehicle around he said that the fuse crapped out and it must be the computer tripping it. So they are rushing a new fuse in for me. Bottom line is that I love the XC90 especially in winter, but it has had problems. If you do buy one BUY AN EXTENDED WARRANTY! These vehicles are not cheap to fix. They hold an excellent resale value so I will keep it until I hit 100,000 miles then it is Surburban Hybrid time. Good Luck, Sky | |
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Replying to: skymetz (Mar 26, 2008 9:17 pm) It sounds like you're driving with your tires underinflated. Have you checked that possibility? tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper |
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Replying to: skymetz (Mar 26, 2008 9:17 pm)
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