2007 Volvo XC90 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 13%of 38 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 63,556miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the brakes of the 2007 Volvo XC90, 13% of the 38 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 63,556 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“Brake system failure 3 months after brake system service by an authorized dealer. I had my 2007 Volvo XC90 serviced by momentum Volvo in houston texas. They have serviced brake system and installed new brake pads. 3 months later, the brake system started to perform poorly, car was unstable when braking and brakes would make a screeching noise. Another Volvo dealer diagnosed failure of brake pads and rotors and installed new parts for a cost of $600.00 Volvo claims that this is not warranty related item even though the parts have been installed only 3 months ago. …”
NHTSA complaint #10296643, filed 2009-12, 42,112 miles“The yellow ABS brake light came on. The red parking brake light came on. The car had a loud long beep noise activated. Finally, the regan bakes disabled reading was displayed!!! Also heard the brake pads (4 wheel disk brakes) sounded like they were scratching on the rotors. All information on the internet/NHTSA vehicle recall website says this is a known safety issue with ford motor company. But, ford is not willing to recall the vehicles because it requires a $5,300 hcu replacement part. My son needs to drive vehicle for his job (uber/lyft). Help!!? Safety issue! …”
NHTSA complaint #11098505, filed 2018-05, 215,000 miles“Air condition went out under 200 miles, said they fixed it. 1,000 miles rotors had to be replaced. 3,000 miles car over heated, they could not trace a problem, 1 week latter car caught on fire. Towed to Volvo dealer ship. They said car did not catch on fire. That air conditioning fan needed to be replaced. Asked for a computer print out , they refused to give it out, they said they erased it.”
NHTSA complaint #10203910, filed 2007-09, 200 miles“Volvo XC90 uses drum in hat parking brake design for rear wheels of vehicle. Whether engaged or not, the friction (lining) material for the parking brake can separate catastrophically from the shoe and lodge against the inside of the drum, causing one or both of the rear wheels to lock up, driveline damage, loss of control of the vehicle and/or braking component damage. Upon inquiry to dealer (secor Volvo of new london, connecticut), this problem is known to dealer and/or Volvo.”
NHTSA complaint #10389812, filed 2011-03, 85,000 miles“The contact owns a 2007 Volvo XC90. When the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to respond without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the vehicle was operating as designed. On another occasion, when the ignition key was turned to the on position, the vehicle failed to start intermittently. The vehicle was started after several attempts. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.”
NHTSA complaint #10782503, filed 2015-10Related service bulletins
- 10157889Feb 14, 2019This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation…
- 10167828Dec 3, 2016This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation…
- 10205670Mar 15, 2016XC90 Noise/Squeal from rear brakes
- 10052671Jul 22, 2013Volvo: on certain vehicles, after a few minutes driving, anti skid warning lamp message may be set after system start up indicating a plausibility problem with alignment of…
- 10037649Dec 20, 2010Volvo: yaw rate sensor is outside of permitted range.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 14% |
| 2024 | 5 | 13% |
| 2023 | 5 | 12% |
| 2022 | 1 | 3% |
| 2021 | 7 | 17% |
| 2020 | 4 | 12% |
| 2019 | 6 | 14% |
| 2018 | 12 | 23% |
| 2017 | 8 | 10% |
| 2016 | 15 | 8% |
| 2011 | 2 | 11% |
| 2010 | 1 | 8% |
| 2009 | 2 | 29% |
| 2008 | 2 | 7% |
| 2007 | 5 | 13% |
| 2006 | 3 | 6% |
| 2005 | 3 | 1% |
| 2004 | 19 | 4% |
| 2003 | 7 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2007 Volvo XC90
14 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Volvo XC90
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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