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#880 of 900 Re: XC90 Volvo after 2005 [spindle99] by leelanau7

Aug 26, 2012 (8:27 pm)

Replying to: spindle99 (Aug 24, 2012 7:04 pm)
I can only speak for what Volvo did with my transmission failure to answer your question: they replaced it (at 79,000 miles) with a new transmission at an authorized Volvo dealer that was made from differently sourced parts than what the failed unit was made of. After almost a year on the new transmission (now with almost 90,000 miles on the car), it runs and shifts like a new car; I've had no issues with the work. While Volvo paid for the new transmission, I had to pay the labor. However, the class action suit involving Volvo over this problem is now under way, where those who elect to sign on may be eligible for a 50% return on whatever they paid to have their XC90 transmissions repaired / replaced; that was good news for many of us. Not sure if that helps, but hope you meet with success on yours.
 
As to any alleged electrical / other issues with the XC90s, I've not experienced any such things with mine. I have minimal-to-normal wear on tires and brakes (I drive about 10-12,000 miles p/yr), and all systems work flawlessly (so far).

#881 of 900 xc90 transmission failure on 06 models???? by klbedw

Aug 28, 2012 (1:47 pm)

Has anyone heard of this happen with an 2006 model, i currently own a 2006 XC90 V8...
Suddenly at 20,000 miles i brought it to my dealership because the transmission started to "jump" or get stuck occasionally.... was told nothing wrong cant duplicate.... i brought in again and same story! Then i brought in for 50,000 miles for same issue but happening All the time..... And was told need new transmission! Oh and its out of warranty! said it will cost close to $8,000. I told them its an on going problem had them check it for last 30,000miles its all documented... service department said we will keep car and go over all service records i have had and contact the corporate office to see if they will replace it. They had my car for 6 weeks which is a huge inconvenience, i am a mother of 3 all under age of 5! finally i call to see whats going on and am told well we dont see that you had a service/oil change at this ______mileage... I said yes i did its stamped in my book in glove compartment... done at a friends body shop.
I am told my book is suddenly missing and can't be confirmed so NO GO on a new transmission! My fault because i can't confirm 1 service/oil change....
 
Then i start reading about all these transmission errors on 03-05 T6, but everything thats i have read matches my car! I went to an outside tranny specialist and he found I didn't have to replace tranny yet but a different part now a year later I for sure have to have a new tranny!
 
FUSTRATED have no idea where to go and what to do - ANY SUGGESTIONS

#882 of 900 2006 XC90 V8 AWD - transmission/radiator failure at 61K miles by kdvt26

Aug 29, 2012 (11:56 am)

I have a 2006 XC90 V8 AWD with only 61,000 miles and today I was told I need a new transmission and radiator for $7000 by my local Volvo dealership which is the only place I have ever taken my SUV to have work done. Even though all scheduled maintenance and inspections have been done on time and reported no issues. This trans/radiator defect was discovered during one of these scheduled maintenance checks! Are there any recalls for 2006 transmission/radiators? I refuse to pay for this, does anyone have suggestions for how to get a hold of someone at Volvo USA? I have submitted a complaint through their website but want to speak to someone. I also saw something about a class action lawsuit? Any info to get Volvo USA to pay for this would be so appreciated.

#883 of 900 Re: 2006 XC90 V8 AWD - transmission/radiator failure at 61K miles [kdvt26] by lemon2004

Aug 29, 2012 (4:33 pm)

Replying to: kdvt26 (Aug 29, 2012 11:56 am)
Get the phone number for the head office and tell them your situation and be firm that you want Volvo to pay for BOTH parts and labour. This is a well documented fact that they put in a faulty tranny and by no means should a car of this class have a transmission blow up at under 100km or 100 miles. Look up all the web posts and print some off. Tell them you have read numerous cases where Volvo has paid for replacement and labour (not in Canada just parts I'm out $1500 for their faulty tranny) The radiator always needs to be replaced with the tranny and they know exactly what it is all about so make sure you are well prepared and know the facts from the backloads of posts on here!!! Just google for the head office number and get a case file going. They will need your VIN number and it will be easy to see all service records from the Volvo dealership you have gone to. Do NOT do anything until you talk to head office, state you case and be firm that you want this matter dealt with in a timely fashion etc....This should be a worldwide RECALL but they only do it on case by case and a lot of people have just paid the $7000 and Volvo gets away with this! It is disgraceful!!! Let us know how you made out with you call!!!

#884 of 900 2004 Volvo XC90 T6 Transmission by taz2458

Sep 04, 2012 (4:02 pm)

My XC90 transmission is slipping. Called Volvo of Canada and they offered me $1800, but it's gonna cost me $5000 and rental expense. Just sick and tired of this.
Time for a Class Action Lawsuit against Volvo of Canada. Anyone in!?

#885 of 900 Law suit in Canada by lemon2004

Sep 04, 2012 (8:31 pm)

I'm in...why are they not offering to replace the parts on their faulty transmission??? This is a well documented fact that they put in the crappy GM transmission and they all break down by 100km give or take on either side of that milage. You need to document your case and demand they pay for the parts (new tranny and radiator, hoses etc...) I guess you have to wait until the tranny blows on you like mine did with no warning light. Could have been on the Hwy with kids or in an intersection like so many have before me and you lose all power. Volvo is suppose to be SAFTETY 1st and they need to do a total RECALL for this as it is BS all around putting lives in danger just waiting for the tranny to implode...nice Volvo!!! Never will I buy another...your SUV now rund like a TANK!!! Dont expect the SUV to run better after a new tranny...just the opposite...mine is SLOW and guzzles even more gas per km!!! It reves weird from gear 2-3 and has absolutely no GUTS and has depreciated to under $10,000 whereas the BMW is still in the mid-high teens for the X5 2004. Dont take the $1800 and I guess like all the others before you... you will have to wait until it blows!!! Nice customer care!!! Then you get a free diagostic (call around and get a free one before you tow it to the dealership and make sure you get a break on the work...I paid $1500 tax included in POCO BC and Volvo paid for all parts and 2 year warranty) You need to read all these blogs to get your facts straight on what other have recieved from Volvo Canada and be ready to present your case. Let us know the outcome...

#886 of 900 9/08 last day to opt out of US Settlement w/ Volvo by boydlaw

Sep 07, 2012 (8:49 pm)

Requests to opt out of the settlement with Volvo NA must be post marked by 9/08/12. The website to get addresses is http://www.chimicles.com/volvo-xc90-transmission-class-action-litigation. My 2004 original transmission was paid by Volvo at about 75K miles, but the 2nd one just went out at 131K miles, so my claim would not be compensated under the settlement. Good luck to you all.

#887 of 900 XC90 2004 transmission failed - what now? by kim86

Sep 26, 2012 (2:30 pm)

I have Volvo XC90 T6 2004 model which I purchased in the US and recently brought it to Canada when we moved to Toronto last year. Today, I brought the car in to Volvo Toronto as I've noticed it slipping/skipping, and I was given an estimate of $8000 to fix the transmission problem (OR the Volvo Toronto dealership will buy my car at $1000). I'd gotten the class action law suit letter awhile back but I disregarded it as my car seemed fine back then. So, I am not too sure what I should do at this point. Can somebody give me some advice as to how to approach this problem?

#888 of 900 Kim86 by lemon2004

Sep 26, 2012 (8:38 pm)

Well if you are American and bought the car in US you can file under that lawsuit..it is on the internet. I think there is a deadline so get on it and also contact the Volvo headquarters and state you have the 2004 t6 with the well known faulty transmission and want the parts covered like others through their customer loyalty program etc...you'll have to jump through some hoops and read a few hours of transcripts off the internet as this is a well documented problem that should be a worldwide recall!!! Let us know how you make out.

#889 of 900 Why does my Volvo xc90 transmission fail? by volvo05

Oct 17, 2012 (3:03 pm)

Trany failure is most common in T6 model. T6 model uses a GM trany that is not meant for the XC90. However it was internally modified for Volvo specs. (GM makes one of the best trany’s in the world and used in many luxury cars however Volvo needed a compact unit to fit in the engine bay and the options were limited)
 
Three major factors that causes the trany failure.
 
1. Internal trany failure due to high torque. (Unable to handle the engine power)
2. Coolant antifreeze leaks in to the trany and causing it to fail. (Bad seal in the tranny cooler)
3. CV axel lubricant leaks in to the trany and causing it to fail. (Seals between axel and trany fail)
 
For fixing the trany,
 
1. Dealer will change all the items that relates to the failure regardless of the type of failure and the cost to this is around $8500. This will prevent future failure due to other factors.
2. Transmission shop will rebuild & install the trany unit for $4500. (Not fixing the actual cause and replacing the necessarily parts. This will cause the trany to fail multiple times. Therefore if you choose to it by an Independent mechanic make certain all the parts related to the failure as been changed or most likely your new trany will fail soon.
 
I hope this helps. Good Luck!

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