2006 Volvo XC90 Other or unknown Problems

“For the second time in 6 months, the vehicle lost all power without warning while in transit. Yesterday, it occurred on a major highway at 60 MPH. The car died without warning with resultant loss of power stearing, breaking, dash, etc. We were able to coast into a breakdown lane, but it could have been disasterous. State police arrived within minutes of dialing 911. This happened 6 months ago as well and the dealership replaced a fuel injector module. The internet is repleat with very similar issues involving this model and vintage. …”

“A colleague and I often carpool to work. She picked me up in her new Volvo van - purchased from dealer in late 2006. The colleague, got out to chat with my sister while I gathered the things I needed to take to work. The passenger side window was half-way open because it had been a mild january day in nj. The door, though, was locked, and I wanted to get inside the car ready to be on our way. I leaned my head inside and pushed the button I thought was the door lock. Instead, I activated the power window which continued to close on my neck even after I released it. …”

“The contact owns a 2006 Volvo XC90. The contact stated while attempting to turn around, he saw a warning message transmission overheating message and the vehicle shut off. After an unknown amount of time, the vehicle was started up again and proceeded to fill the cabin with smoke and within 5 minutes the entire vehicle was on fire. The vehicle was extinguished on its own and a report was not taken. The contact sustained injuries to the lungs and burns to the face. The vehicle was not towed away. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000. …”

“The contact owns a 2006 Volvo XC90. The contact stated that the vehicle became stuck in the snow and the rear wheels would not turn and the vehicle was supposed to be all wheel drive. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the angle gear was not working because the gears were spinning and worn out. The dealer stated the failure was caused because the gears could wear similair to the way brake pads could wear. The contact stated that the vehicle never exhibited a warning that there was a failure. The failure mileage was 49,000 and the current mileage was 50,000. …”