2011 Volvo XC90 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XC90 years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 17th of 23 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Volvo XC90. That ranks 17th out of 23 XC90 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (5 complaints, 26%), typically at around 85,505 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 19owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 Volvo XC90 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 | 26% | 85,505 | — | — |
| Engine | 5 | 26% | 128,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 16% | 1,500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 11% | 1,950 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 11% | 127,200 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 11% | 5 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 11% | 99,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 5% | 2,400 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 5% | 23,540 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 5% | 2,400 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 5% | 142,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 Volvo XC90 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Steering
Problem: Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 xc90 vehicles manufactured from january 29, 2010, through august 16, 2010. The power steering fluid may leak from the oil pipe connection at the steering gear valve housing.
Risk: This condition could lead to a sudden loss of power steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the oil pipes on the power steering rack free of charge. The recall is scheduled to begin during june 2011. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The catillatic converter exploded as we started the vehicle .was a very loud explosion..no fire but lots of smoke.
The contact owns a 2011 Volvo XC90. The contact stated that the check engine warning lights was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and suggested that the vehicle be taken to a dealer to be diagnosed. The failure mileage was…
Electrical, Brake lights suddenly stopped working on both sides at once. I checked the fuse only to be told a relay may be the issue. The location of said relay is vague and not serviceable by owner. Risk of rear end collision. Of following traffic
94,000 miles 2011 volvo xc90 purchased 4 months ago. Vehicle was parked stationary in driveway. In the middle of the night water intruded the front passenger cabin and dashboard of the vehicle through a sunroof drainagedefect in this year and model of volvo xc90. Six inches of water pooled in the…
Driver seat belt does not fully retract after every release. It will be loose until you guide it up to the hole. It is kind of okay for now but i have no doubt this issue could get worse. I am also almost certain this is similar to recall #r10029 that affects our 2011 xc60. The part must be worn…
Other Volvo XC90 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 XC90 | 29 | 2 |
| 2024 XC90 | 36 | 3 |
| 2023 XC90 | 41 | 6 |
| 2022 XC90 | 29 | 4 |
| 2021 XC90 | 39 | 6 |
| 2020 XC90 | 33 | 7 |
| 2019 XC90 | 42 | 6 |
| 2018 XC90 | 51 | 3 |
| 2017 XC90 | 80 | 7 |
| 2016 XC90 | 197 | 8 |
| 2015 XC90 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 XC90 | 4 | 0 |
| 2013 XC90 | 11 | 0 |
| 2012 XC90 | 3 | 0 |
| 2011 | 19 | 1 |
| 2010 XC90 | 12 | 3 |
| 2009 XC90 | 7 | 1 |
| 2008 XC90 | 29 | 3 |
| 2007 XC90 | 38 | 2 |
| 2006 XC90 | 53 | 3 |
| 2005 XC90 | 223 | 6 |
| 2004 XC90 | 462 | 6 |
| 2003 XC90 | 93 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Volvo XC90?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Volvo XC90?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 Volvo XC90 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XC90 model years, the 2011 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.