2006 Volvo XC90 Tires Problems

“We own a 2006 Volvo XC90. It came with pirelli tires which lasted less than 17,000 miles. Tires were replaced, partly by Volvo, but lasted only 20,000 miles. So, two complete sets of tires and the car has only 37,000 miles. I have no choice but to replace them.”

“I have a 2006 Volvo XC90 SUV with only 21000 miles on it and the pirelli scorpion tires 235/65 r17 are worn out. Dealership has said they would replace them at 60%. I would have to pay the 40%. If the tires are not up to standards and wear out again I would expect a full 100% replacement. Old tread wear warranty deal. Seems this is a major problem for Volvo and pirelli tires, lots of complaints but little action from Volvo or pirelli. Each blame the other'tires are too soft, front end toe setting are wrong, blaa blaa. Can you look into this issue? …”

“Shortly after 14,000 miles, we took our 2006 Volvo XC90 in to have our tires rotated and balanced. The tire dealership would not even touch the tires but advised us to go directly to Volvo because the tires were an extreme safety hazard. After about a month and repeated phone calls, Volvo did replace the tires, charging us for one tire. There have been numerous reports of bad pirelli tires on the 2006 XC90. Volvo blames pirelli; pirelli blames Volvo. There have been no recalls on the tires, although Volvo in tallahassee made reference to a memo from Volvo alerting them to the problem. …”

“The contact owns a 2006 Volvo XC90. The contact noticed that the tread on the vehicle's pirelli scorpion zero tires were completely worn on both of the front tires. The dealer stated that the tires were indeed worn but failed to provide an explanation. The dealer offered to replace the tires and pro-rate the cost. The contact stated that she has waited approximately three weeks for the dealer to receive the tires. The current mileage is 17,700 and failure mileage was 15,000. Updated 06/19/07”

“The contact owns a 2006 Volvo XC90. While driving, the contact heard a loud noise and the steering became difficult. The dealer stated that the tie rods were under recall and replaced them. After returning home, the contact examined the paperwork which stated that the tires were completely bald. She called the dealer and they picked up her vehicle. The dealer is currently replacing all four pirelli 17 inch tires, however, she must pay 50% of the cost. The engine size and DOT number were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 23,000.”