Recall 06V155000: 2003–2006 Volvo XC90

Report received

May 5, 2006

Manufacturer

Volvo cars of n.a. Llc.

Potentially affected

126,743vehicles

Model years

2003–2006

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain passenger vehicles,the outer tie rod ball joint can deform at high loads causing a loss of the clamping force and the nut may loosen, which may eventually lead to a fatigue fracture of the outer tie rod ball joint.

Possible consequence

The driver may notice that the vehicle is difficult to maneuver increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the outer ball joint tie rods with improved outer ball joint tie rods free of charge. The recall began on june 23, 2006. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2003 Volvo XC9093 complaints
• 2004 Volvo XC90462 complaints
• 2005 Volvo XC90223 complaints
• 2006 Volvo XC9053 complaints