2005 Volvo XC90 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 2%of 223 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 112,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the body and structure of the 2005 Volvo XC90, 2% of the 223 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 112,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 2005 Volvo XC90. The contact stated that when it rained, water entered the vehicle through the passenger side and onto the dashboard, causing the instrument panel lights to dim. While driving 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning and the radio no longer worked. Additionally, the headlights turned on and off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the failures. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 162,189.”
NHTSA complaint #10788086, filed 2015-11, 162,189 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Volvo XC90. The contact stated that water leaked into the vehicle through the sun roof. The water caused damaged to the headliner and floorboard carpet. The failure also caused the seats to move independently and a growth of mold and mildew inside the vehicle. The contact also stated that there were several water bugs and other types of insects infesting the vehicle due to the water accumulation. The contact suffered from medical distress as a result of the failure. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for diagnosis but was not repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #10565772, filed 2014-02, 122,000 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Volvo XC90. While driving approximately 70 MPH the front passenger's side door abnormally opened. The contact maneuvered to the side of the road with caution and closed the door securely however, the failure recurred once the vehicle was in motion. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the door cable was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the defect and they were unable to provide assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000. The consumer stated the dealer found a broken cable. The cable was replaced at a cost of $ 135.93. …”
NHTSA complaint #10446874, filed 2012-02, 98,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10155336Feb 28, 2019This is a Technical Journal: Tailgate opening by foot movement detection
- 10149949May 8, 2018This is a Technical Journal: Washing and cleaning products with a pH value below pH 3.5 and/or above pH 11.5 is not recommended as it can permanently discolour the side door…
- 10149948May 8, 2018This is a Technical Journal: Washing and cleaning products with a pH value below pH 3.5 and/or above pH 11.5 is not recommended as it can permanently discolour the side door…
- 10146091May 1, 2018VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Vehicle type and platform identification REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ…
- 10128164Oct 25, 2017Title BLIS fault tracing . Status Released Status 2012 - Ref No US25788.1.1 en - US Date 04 - 16 Issue 2012 - Issuer - Date 01 - 19 Vida Partner 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North…
- 10167887Feb 15, 2017Technical Journal TITLE : The Error Frame Finder (EFF) can be an aid in fault tracing intermittent CAN network problems by providing a visible indication of error frames that are…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 3% |
| 2023 | 2 | 5% |
| 2021 | 1 | 3% |
| 2020 | 3 | 9% |
| 2019 | 4 | 10% |
| 2018 | 4 | 8% |
| 2017 | 7 | 9% |
| 2016 | 23 | 12% |
| 2013 | 2 | 18% |
| 2011 | 1 | 5% |
| 2010 | 2 | 17% |
| 2009 | 1 | 14% |
| 2008 | 1 | 3% |
| 2007 | 1 | 3% |
| 2006 | 3 | 6% |
| 2005 | 4 | 2% |
| 2004 | 14 | 3% |
| 2003 | 6 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2005 Volvo XC90
62 complaintsElectrical system
51 complaintsEngine cooling
40 complaintsFuel system
33 complaintsEngine
29 complaintsExterior lighting
25 complaintsOther or unknown
10 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaintsTires
6 complaintsEquipment
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Volvo XC90
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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