2018 Volvo S90 Technical Service Bulletins

474 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2018 Volvo S90. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10213882Jun 23, 2020Other or unknown, Electrical system. Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
• 10177389Jun 20, 2020Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This is a Technical Journal: Outer rear view mirror glass incorrect position after reversing
• 10177388Jun 17, 2020Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: Prior Approval for VCM Replacement
• 10175792Apr 11, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: Some MY 2018 S90 vehicles listed above were built without a USB hub but also include Android Auto functionality. The Android Auto function requires a USB hub in these vehicles to function properly. If a customer is experiencing USB connection issues with Android Auto, the USB hub can be added to these cars at no cost to them. Service: The accessory kit for Smartphone Integration on cars…
• 10173760Mar 31, 2020Electrical system. This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder
• 10172472Feb 14, 2020Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: In case of complaint of Noise, some "tools" have been created to help you to do a better and more precise fault tracing
• 10172469Feb 8, 2020Equipment. Volvo Complimentary Factory Scheduled Maintenance 'FSM330' MY2013 and later. Factory Scheduled Maintenance up to the first 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first) as recommended in the Volvo Warranty and Maintenance Information booklet.
• 10172468Feb 6, 2020Body and structure. This is a Technical Journal: Info request, loose door sealing strips. replace if needed
• 10172464Feb 1, 2020Engine cooling, Equipment. This is a Service Journal: Coolant Filling Equipment Tool
• 10171676Jan 30, 2020Equipment. Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them.
• 10171691Jan 29, 2020Engine cooling, Electrical system. Volvo Car USA LLC and Volvo Car of Canada Ltd (Volvo) on behalf of Volvo Car Corporation, has decided to launch Service Action S29987 on certain model year 2018 - 2020 S60T8, V60T8, S90T8, XC60T8, XC90T8 vehicles. Volvo has identified that the Engine Control Module (ECM) may not correctly monitor the coolant thermostat (between 20 to 60 degrees Celsius). This condition can result in increased vehicle emissions and…
• 10171690Jan 29, 2020Electrical system, Engine cooling. Volvo Car USA LLC and Volvo Car of Canada Ltd (Volvo) on behalf of Volvo Car Corporation, has decided to launch Service Action S29987 on certain model year 2018 - 2020 S60T8, V60T8, S90T8, XC60T8, XC90T8 vehicles. Volvo has identified that the Engine Control Module (ECM) may not correctly monitor the coolant thermostat (between 20 to 60 degrees Celsius). This condition can result in increased vehicle emissions and…
• 10171688Jan 28, 2020Engine. This is a Technical Journal: 4 Cylinder VEP engine: Castrol Edge Professional V 0W-20 Synthetic oil.
• 10171687Jan 25, 2020Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: IHU, screech noise from sound system when ending phone call.
• 10171682Jan 9, 2020Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Windshield Cleaning Operation Service Interval Change. Will only be performed at 20k
• 10171681Jan 8, 2020Seats. This is a Technical Journal: Front seat heater, function control. If not working check the heating grid wiring.
• 10171679Jan 8, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: In case of complaint of Noise, some "tools" have been created to help you to do a better and more precise fault tracing
• 10171678Jan 8, 2020Engine. This is a Technical Journal: In case of complaint of Noise, some "tools" have been created to help you to do a better and more precise fault tracing
• 10171677Jan 3, 2020Electrical system, Engine. This is a Technical Journal: ECM-P04F000, Evap System, High Pressure Purge Line
• 10170181Dec 19, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: Prior Approval - Lack of airflow causing poor cabin cooling
• 10170180Dec 19, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: Sensus/Sensus Connect Navigation Base Map Versions
• 10170176Dec 11, 2019Lane departure, Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: PAC 360 side camera, intermittent no image
• 10170175Dec 11, 2019Brakes, Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: DIM message about parking brake. Perform software upgrade.
• 10170154Dec 11, 2019Engine, Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: Check engine lamp and DTC - ECM P050B00
• 10170153Dec 7, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: Removal of "SiriusXM Subscription has Expired" Message
• 10170152Dec 7, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: "Ghost" DTCs set: SODL-U210052 and SODR-U210052
• 10170150Dec 7, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: Infotainment System Reboots while driving (blank screen).
• 10169398Nov 22, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: The voice control system on the above referenced models is continuously being improved. At PDS and when attempting to diagnose a customer concern regarding voice controls not working or responding properly, make sure the vehicle has the latest voice control database installed.
• 10169397Nov 20, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: Sensus/Sensus Connect Navigation Base Map Versions
• 10169394Nov 19, 2019Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other control modules in the vehicle. Swapping the Driver Information Module (DIM) is strictly forbidden as the DIM it is the main carrier of the odometer function, and will, in case of…
• 10169393Nov 14, 2019Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other control modules in the vehicle. Swapping the Driver Information Module (DIM) is strictly forbidden as the DIM it is the main carrier of the odometer function, and will, in case of…
• 10169391Nov 9, 2019Electrical system. Software Installation Policy changes.
• 10169389Nov 9, 2019Equipment. This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments
• 10169388Nov 6, 2019Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other vehicles.The attached checklists can be used for restoring customer settings, where applicable.
• 10169387Nov 6, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: The voice control system on the above referenced models is continuously being improved. At PDS and when attempting to diagnose a customer concern regarding voice controls not working or responding properly, make sure the vehicle has the latest voice control database installed.
• 10169037Oct 22, 2019Brakes. This is a Technical Journal: ECM-P04F000, Evap System, High Pressure Purge Line
• 10169036Oct 17, 2019Equipment. Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them.
• 10169032Oct 16, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: In case of complaint of Noise, some "tools" have been created to help you to do a better and more precise fault tracing
• 10169030Oct 16, 2019Engine cooling. This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
• 10169027Oct 16, 2019Engine cooling. This is a Technical Journal: A whining or rattling sound may appear when revving up the engine. ( see attached sample files ). The sound may come from the balance shaft which is fitted in the oil sump area where the noise is most concentrated. A new design of the balance shaft is planned to be introduced 2018-Q2. Replace the balance shaft according the instructions in VIDA.
• 10169026Oct 15, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: Sensus/Sensus Connect Navigation Base Map Versions
• 10234725Sep 17, 2019Engine cooling, Equipment. Left engine pad click sound
• 10234659Sep 12, 2019Electrical system. Volvo Car USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD (Volvo) on behalf of Volvo Car Corporation, has decided to launch Service Action S39893 on certain model year 2017 - 2018 XC90 and 2018 XC60 and S90 vehicles. Volvo has identified that the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) backup battery may be depleted while the vehicle is plugged in and charging the high voltage battery. This could result in a ?Volvo On Call Service…
• 10165239Aug 31, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. The customer may report that the infotainment system in the vehicle re-starts or reboots intermittently while driving. When this happens the CCD and the center area of the DIM will go blank for a few moments and then start back up as if the vehicle has just been started up. The customer may also notice that the infotainment system is not responding as normal (ex.- long response time) just before this occurs.
• 10165234Aug 28, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: Gear shift lever inoperable
• 10164860Aug 23, 2019Equipment. This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments
• 10164858Aug 15, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This is a Technical Journal: Prior Approval: T8 ERAD (Electric Rear Axle Drive), Complete
• 10164855Aug 14, 2019Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: DTC SRS-B15381B High Voltage battery loop control. The resistance of the circuit can be monitored using the SRS parameter "High voltage battery power supply disconnect"
• 10164854Aug 14, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: Prior Approval - Lack of airflow causing poor cabin cooling
• 10164852Aug 12, 2019Electrical system. This is a Service Manager Bulletin: High Voltage (HV) Battery Charger Tool loan Process

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