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Re: Concerned about my Volvo Tranny [yurko] by rginnc
Aug 06, 2009 (4:21 pm)
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Replying to: yurko (Aug 06, 2009 10:31 am)

Thanks yurko
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Re: Concerned about my Volvo Tranny [rginnc] by volvomax
Aug 07, 2009 (8:48 am)
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Replying to: rginnc (Aug 06, 2009 7:30 am)

A "clunk" is not necessarily a transmission problem, Could be motor mounts, tranny mount, u-joint, etc.
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FYI - Volvo and "Cash for Clunkers" Program by XC90broknheart
Aug 07, 2009 (8:57 am)
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I am not sure if anyone would care, but I just found out that the 2003 Volvo XC90 is acceptable for the "Cash for Clunkers" incentive. Please do not take offense to this as I know that there are people that do not agree with this program but for me, it's a way out to dump this crappy car that I so regret purchasing just 8 months ago! I hope to anyway.....
 
E.Martinez
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Re: Class action against Volvo regarding T6 [laws65] by dnap_10583
Aug 09, 2009 (10:48 am)
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Replying to: laws65 (May 11, 2009 4:19 pm)

Does anyone want to share how they got there dealer or Volvo to pay for a new tranmission on their 2005 XC 90. I plan on being a squeaky wheel -- but for now, I have no car, waiting to hear from the Volvo Service Dealer and the $$$$ -- so I need help and how to proceed on aleast getting the dealer to split the cost.
 
As all of you, I have had numerous problems with the XC 90, front end clunking and grinding, along with three sets of badly worn tires, other issues too numerous to list. I do not want to put my too small children in this car because I am afraid at any moment the car will die on the highway.
 
Advice?
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Re: Class action against Volvo regarding T6 [dnap_10583] by ehslenox
Aug 09, 2009 (11:46 am)
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Replying to: dnap_10583 (Aug 09, 2009 10:48 am)

It would help to know where you are. My car was serviced at NorthPoint Volvo, Roswell, GA. After my outrage at having to have the transmission replaced at under 60,000 miles (over $5,000), they called Volvo and Volvo picked up 75% of the cost of the new one. One big problem was that it took them nearly a month to get the new one, thus leaving me without a car. Volvo said that they would also pick up 75% of the cost of a rental but I was able to manage without it.
 
The reports on what owners have had to pay out-of-pocket are all over the place, but this was my experience.
 
Sad thing is that my 2004 XC90 has been my all-time favorite car! I've had several Volvo wagons, before, and have been a very loyal Volvo customer. I have loved driving the XC90 - that is, until the "Transmission Service Urgent" light came on. I was even toying with the idea of buying a new 2010 when that happened. And, now.....
 
I'm spending the summer about 1,000 from home and just hope my drive back goes without inccident.
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Re: Class action against Volvo regarding T6 [dnap_10583] by laws65
Aug 09, 2009 (1:16 pm)
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Replying to: dnap_10583 (Aug 09, 2009 10:48 am)

Hi,
 
What I did, six months ago, that was successful was to file a complaint on line with Volvo, the NTSB, your state's Consumer Protection, and your state's Attorney General. I would also let Volvo know your complaining to each of these agencies, as I believe, it will help. I agree with the other post, that I was without my Volvo for a month back in Feb 2009-but I had a spare car to drive-thank God. It took that long to get it fixed, but it was all done without a charge, so well worth it to me.
 
I hope this helps. Keep your mantra, Complain, Complain, Complain. Volvo should be at the very least issuing recalls or not giving customers a hard time when this dreaded ck engine lite comes on.
 
Let me know if you need more info, but this worked for me, and since I've posted what I did, it helped seven other people-that's my count so far....
So best of luck, and keep persevering!
 
Lisa
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Re: Class action against Volvo regarding T6 [dnap_10583] by luvmyvolvo
Aug 09, 2009 (1:32 pm)
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Replying to: dnap_10583 (Aug 09, 2009 10:48 am)

My '04 XC90 T6 failed at 45K and was out of warranty by a year. I did purchase an extended warranty when I bought the car new, but the dealer said they replaced the transmission, radiator, and various hoses under the "Volvo's Good Faith or Good Will" guideline.
I have been servicing my car at the same dealership where I bought it and I've paid for every recommended service including the transmission flush that may have caused the transmission failure 2 days later. I didn't even have to argue, I simply towed the car there and told them I have an extended warranty. It sounds like some dealerships are footing the bill for customers loyal to the dealership. Maybe someone will be successful in an individual lawsuit and the bad press will change Volvo's business practices.
I agree with previous posts about contacting your elected officials, Volvo Corp. and the NHTSA about the safety issues surrounding this vehicle.
 
My family has owned 5 Volvo's and the XC90 has been a pleasure to drive, but the cost of repairs/maintenance is brutal. Good luck!!!
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Re: FYI - Volvo and "Cash for Clunkers" Program [XC90broknheart] by qbrozen
Aug 09, 2009 (6:10 pm)
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Replying to: XC90broknheart (Aug 07, 2009 8:57 am)

but for me, it's a way out to dump this crappy car that I so regret purchasing just 8 months ago!
 
Unless your XC90 has an unbelievable number of miles on it, it is worth more than the $3500-$4500 the government will give you for it via the C4C program.
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Re: Concerned about my Volvo Tranny [rginnc] by pistopl1
Aug 10, 2009 (5:11 am)
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Replying to: rginnc (Aug 06, 2009 7:30 am)

I also have a 2005 v8. Mine has about 52K on it now but my transmission has slipepd from 2nd to 3rd gear since I bought it with about 45K on it. I asked Volvo the first time and they did some software upgrade and said corporate suggests maybe doing a trans. fluid flush. I never did the flush but then asked the service dept. at around 49K miles to look again and they said they did see anythign wrong and to try the flush. They basically told me the computer doesnt show anythign wrong so you jsut have to deal with it. I am going to ask them to look again when I go in for 53K service. I have an aftermarket extended warranty but the slipping in constant, not jsut a couple time a month.
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Re: Concerned about my Volvo Tranny [pistopl1] by laws65
Aug 10, 2009 (5:50 am)
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Replying to: pistopl1 (Aug 10, 2009 5:11 am)

Thank your lucky stars you have an after market warranty. And there are NOT supposed to be any transmission flushes needed. I did it and then that's when my tranny started really slipping badly-that is unless you want it to happen more frequently. I would let your dealer know you intend to complain to everyone in the State that you live in addition to Volvo, and the National Transportation Safety Board, and potentially claims against the dealership for their poor response. I'd love a video of their response to that one. If your talking to a Service Writer, I used to be one a long time ago, they should immediately get their general manager. Then deal with only that person going forward, forgo the middleman in other words. Good luck and don't feel bad about pushing. We shouldn't have to shell out thousands on top of car payments and insurance for a poor Volvo choice in transmissions.
Keep me posted if you need anything else.
 
Lisa
laws65sbcglobal.net

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