2008 Volvo XC90 Seat belts Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 14%of 29 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 66,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the seat belts of the 2008 Volvo XC90, 14% of the 29 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 66,000 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.
“Advised by service department that seat belts were replaced because locking mechanism tended to hang-up. However we did not qualify because we didn't request replacement within the warranty period. Vehicle has regularly been maintained by Volvo dealer and they were in the know if the belts were being recalled. We were not told.”
NHTSA complaint #10536242, filed 2013-08, 66,000 miles“2008 Volvo XC90 v8 has been towed 3x in the past month. The battery has completely and inconsistently drained. They checked relay switches, fuses, alternator, starter, battery connections, etc. 3x in the shop! So fed up. Car is now in shop and I've read that Volvo is in a class action lawsuit for battery drain from sirius radio even if you do not have the subscription. They are charging me $135 to diagnose at Volvo right now. It hasn't been diagnosed as that is the problem yet, but the service manager is inclined to think that's what it is. Clearly they are aware of the problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #11242605, filed 2019-08, 188,000 miles“All seatbelts in vehicle sticks and/or catches have to use seriously more pressure on release button,or seatbelt/latch it’s self or both. My wife and children have had me have to come get it because it wouldn’t release. Engine motor mount bolt had to be replaced, I noticed when alternator went out, vehicle wouldn’t respond from throttle acted like it was missing then threw dash lights then no lights all of a sudden it happened within 1-2mins vehicle wouldn’t respond while running stopped in middle of road. Didn’t give any warning was even going out. …”
NHTSA complaint #11715435, filed 2026-02Related service bulletins
- 10159056Dec 14, 2018This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
- 10157726Dec 14, 2018This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
- 10156239Dec 14, 2018This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
- 10128123Oct 18, 2017Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325…
- 10146453May 17, 2017This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
- 10110146Jun 3, 2016Seat Belt Extender
- 10041668Oct 13, 2011Volvo: for owners who require front seat belt extenders which are available.
Seat belts: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 3% |
| 2023 | 2 | 5% |
| 2022 | 1 | 3% |
| 2021 | 3 | 7% |
| 2019 | 1 | 2% |
| 2018 | 2 | 4% |
| 2017 | 2 | 2% |
| 2016 | 5 | 3% |
| 2011 | 2 | 11% |
| 2008 | 4 | 14% |
| 2007 | 1 | 3% |
| 2006 | 2 | 4% |
| 2004 | 6 | 1% |
| 2003 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2008 Volvo XC90
8 complaintsEngine
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Volvo XC90
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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