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Replying to: jacostello (Jan 01, 2009 8:42 pm) I am having the same problem with my 05 XC90... I use to think this was a great ride until I got the same message and experienced what everyone else is posting about.. Anyway, can you please send me the PDF so that I can show the mechanics at Herzog Meier? I am tempted to take it to Bradshaw's transmission as well (I'm located in Beaverton). Did you ever file a complaint with AG for this particular situation you had? Was the issue resolved quickly as well? Thank you for your post. I found it to be the most helpful. This should help others resolve their issues faster. |
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I sent a complaint to Volvo before the car arrived at the dealer.. "I purchased this vehicle from Riverside Ford in Sumner, WA on 1/14/09 and have always been impressed with Volvo. On 1/23/09  6pm, the vehicle warning light in the dash came on with a warning message that said "Transmission Service Urgent" I contacted Riverside Ford, and had them bring it in for warrantee service, and they are bringing it to Volvo of Fife, WA for diagnosis. meanwhile after searching the internet for possible answers I discovered this is a common problem and that a design flaw has been identified throu ATRA (Founded in 1954, the Automatic Transmission Rebuilders Association ATRA is an international trade association for the professional automatic transmission repair industry.) and that this is a reocurring problem in the 4T65E transmission of the 04 - 05 models. I assume this is something Volvo is aware of, and I need to know wwhat steps I can take to ensure the update '06 4T65E transmission gets placed in my vehicle. As well as what Volvo is prepared to do to cover and ensure this happens at no cost to the consumer (me). is this not something that needs to be officially recalled? I plan on organizing all past and current owners of this vehicle to look into filing a Class Action Lawsuit as soon as possible, and would like to have the cooperation of Volvo in issuing an official Recall of this product, before futher action needs to be taken. Thank you " And got this response: "Thank you for contacting Volvo. We are sorry to learn of the difficulty you have experienced with your 2005 XC90. We are currently looking into this issue with our colleagues at Volvo of Tacoma. We will be back in touch with you as soon as our research is completed. Sincerely, Bill Volvo Cars of North America" Today I contacted Volvo in Tacoma, they verified that the thing needs a new transmission, and are "Waiting for word from Volvo." I also purchased an extended warrantee, I assume if Volvo isnt going to do anything about it that the warrantee will cover it, my concern is how long will it last? Comments?
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Replying to: kari4 (Apr 13, 2008 7:38 pm) |
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Replying to: RyanMN (Jan 14, 2009 1:39 pm) I want to burn the thing but I still owe on it and according to Edmunds, I am upside down on it. We bought the XC90 because of the Volvo "For Life" recommendation, but this is my first and last experience with Volvo. As soon as I fix the thing it is sold, even at a loss. Don't buy XC90s.
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Replying to: db2814 (Dec 21, 2008 8:16 pm)
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Replying to: jacostello (Jan 01, 2009 8:42 pm) Back when this happened the first time, the service rep told me with out being real direct about it that the only way anything would get done about this wide-spead problem, which I call a "design flaw", is for the NHTSA to get involved because it can be identified as a SAFETY problem. So I filed the complaint on 10 May 08 and haven't heard anything yet. I'm thinkin' that my car loosing power on I-95 at 65mph could be called a SAFETY issue. That's all for now until I go back into the fray with Volvo. But bottom line is, I'm getting rid of this money trap and going back to Japanese like I should have done in the first place. I got this car when returning from an overseas military assignment thinking this was a good deal..ha! Signed- "Overseas Military Foreign Car Sales Sucker" 
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Replying to: okiesnowrider (Jan 30, 2009 11:20 pm) 
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My 2004 XC90 AWD T6 's transmission just went down the tubes. When the mechanic looked at it, the inside was smoking and there was a chunk of metal. I just went through my maintenance and repair receipts (many!!) and found what I remembered. I had gone in, when my car was still under warranty and told them of a crunching sound that sounded like it might be under the driver's seat. They found NOTHING. Anyway, Im so upset. I like all of you bought this car new hoping for Volvo for Life and the best safety. I've gotten none of that. I just called my Volvo dealer, but I have to call during the week to talk to the manager. We'll see. I'll keep you posted. I want to get rid of the car. One difference with mine. No warning light to tell me something bad was happening!! |
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Replying to: margaritac (Jan 31, 2009 8:24 am) |
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After reading many threads detailing what a ticking timebomb our 2004 XC90 T6 AWD was, we were fortunate to be able to trade it in for a 2007 XC90 3.2. I thought I could start relaxing and finally get potentially expensive exploding trannies out of my head, but Mom called yesterday and her Acura is in the shop. Imagine my surprise to find out that while Volvo has the T6 nightmare trannies, Acura/Honda have a whole SLEW of bad trannies that span many models over several years. These owners finally went the route of class-action lawsuit. Here is the link, with the hope that a) you will see that not only Volvo uses bad trannies, but b) sometimes owners are made whole by the class-action suit process. Also, maybe the same firm could be retained or at least consulted with, who knows? (Disclaimer: as mentioned, I don't have a T6 anymore, nor do I have any connection to this firm...) Click on link below to go to the settlement website, or cut and paste: http://www.hondatransmissionsettlement.com/php/login.php link title |
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