2005 Volvo XC90 Engine cooling Problems

“At 111,000 thousand miles the counter balance shaft bearing went inside the motor. I did a little research on line and found out that it is a design problem, that Volvo knows about. It could cost any where from $5000.00 to $15000.00. I believe that they should be forced to do a recall for this known problem, and help there customers with the repairs. Thank you for your help in this matter.”

“While leaving house to go and pick-up son from school .down the street vehicle started making a grinding noise. I pulled over and had vehicle towed to the Volvo dealer to be repaired. Thinking it would be covered by extended warranty I was told no. The problem was with the counterbalance shaft bearing. Even though it was a manufactures flaw with the design of their engine repairs ran close to $3500.00 . I was planning to purchase another Volvo vehicle but maybe not . I think I'll go american.”

“Was driving on free way, as I was accelerating I lost all power and steering.. The engine stalled out and I had to veer off to side so that I wouldn't cause an accident.”

“Balance shaft failure on 2005 Volvo XC90 v8 with 115k miles. Unbelievable that Volvo will not issue a recall for this. Balance shaft failed today at just under 115k miles... Unbelievable... And I thought it was just an internet rumor. If you have a 2005 XC90, sell it now! Seriously, this is unacceptable for a $50,000 vehicle, and even more unacceptable for Volvo not to issue a recall. Needless to say, I seriously doubt we will ever buy another Volvo again simply because they should have issued a recall for this problem. …”

“Counterbalance shaft bearings breakdown in nov 2009 and had repairs done at independent repair shop; august 2010 cylinder head leak/crack which brings oil to water coolant. Repair shop advised to get rid of car 2005 xc 90 v8 Volvo. I am fearful of driving this car. To repair and replace engine and new transmission too much $$$ for this Volvo. With no guarantee. Volvo needs to own up to the bad quality of this particular model. I feel it is dangerous to drive with so many cars on the road. It's an accident waiting to happen.”