2017 Volvo XC90 Technical Service Bulletins

705 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2017 Volvo XC90. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10127312Jun 13, 2017Seat belts. This is a Technical Journal: Recall R89716: 3rd Row Passengers Side Seatbelt Retractor. Replace seat belt.
• 10130265Jun 9, 2017Equipment. The Warranty Retailer Counseling Process (WRCP) is used to gauge individual retailer performance on objective measures over time. By setting clear performance expectations and parameters and assisting retailers in focusing on individual processes and procedures, all retailers are provided with adequate tools to help achieve the ultimate goal of qualifying for self authorization status.
• 10130263Jun 8, 2017Equipment. Latest mandatory tool bulletin.
• 10130257Jun 1, 2017Electrical system. the infotainment system in the vehicle restarts or reboots repeatedly while driving. When this happens the CCD and the center area of the DIM will go blank for a few moments and then start back up as if the vehicle has just been started up.
• 10130256Jun 1, 2017Brakes. This is a Technical Journal: If rear brake noise while braking can be heard , mainly at low speeds , follow steps under Service Note: These brakes can be identify by VDN: RK03 or RK05 If the symptom is confirmed, .New brake discs will be implemented 17w22 at the factory and will be available as a service solution on approximately 17w24.
• 10146460May 26, 2017Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. This is a Technical Journal: The noise comes from the rubber material(drive shaft bellow) which creates a certain friction and may create a noise when temperature are cold. The noise is most obvious during slow driving and turning (e.g. parking maneuvers). The noise will become less after some driving. Spray wax, Wurth PN 0893923284 , on the outer bellows
• 10146459May 25, 2017Equipment. Latest mandatory tool bulletin.
• 10146458May 24, 2017Wheels. This is a Parts Bulletin: Wheel Cross Reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.
• 10146457May 24, 2017Electrical system. DIM = Driver's Information Module On May 8th, 2017 new DIM software was released that contained a graphic system check of the vehicle's Intellisafe systems. This graphic was removed from the software on May 12, 2017 due to some inaccuracies.
• 10146455May 19, 2017Wheels, Equipment. Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
• 10146454May 17, 2017Wheels. This is a Parts Bulletin: Wheel Cross Reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.
• 10146453May 17, 2017Seat belts. This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
• 10146452May 16, 2017Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: Audio switches on right side of steering wheel, intermittent no function. If the mentioned symptom occurs, the driver can push the button "Open/Close Menu" twice (marked as "4" in attachment) as a temporary solution. There is no need to replace any parts due to this symptom; it will be corrected in a future software.
• 10146449May 13, 2017Equipment. To empower Volvo retailers to provide a superior customer experience to owners of the all-new S90/V90/V90CC and XC90, VCUSA Quality and Customer Satisfaction announces the IC Retainer Bolt Recall Customer Satisfaction Assistance Program. This program will allow Volvo retailers to proactively address customer satisfaction concerns as they relate to Recall R89174 repairs in an expeditious manner.
• 10167956May 12, 2017Brakes. This is a Technical Journal: * If squealing noise occurs from front brakes on cars built before chassis number 040328, then Replace front discs according to VIDA, the new brake discs have changed metal composition in order to reduce squealing noise. Also replace front brake pads if vehicle is built before 15w19, or after 15w20 if the brake pads are worn down or there has been a previous attempt to grease or chamfer…
• 10167955May 12, 2017Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: Sensus Infotainment Interface Changes, May 2017. Download software.
• 10146447May 12, 2017Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other vehicles.The attached checklists can be used for restoring customer settings, where applicable.
• 10167954May 11, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. This is a Service Manager Bulletin: It is in support of Technical Journal 32714 Sensus Infotainment Interface Changes, May 2017
• 10167953May 11, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. Software Installation Policy changes.
• 10167951May 6, 2017Electrical system. Descripition of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.
• 10167949May 5, 2017Electrical system. Volvo Car USA LLC and Volvo Car of Canada Ltd (Volvo) on behalf of Volvo Car Corporation, has decided to launch Service Action S39820 on certain model year 2016 ? 2017 XC90 T8 Hybrid vehicles. Volvo has identified that the remote start functionality may be missing. The corrective action is to download Engine Remote Start Application 31678916.
• 10167948May 5, 2017Equipment. Please return stock of part number 31460615 tooth belt kit to your servicing distribution center.
• 10167941May 1, 2017Body and structure, Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: Water may accumulate on the rear door sill. Water may come out of the lower edge of the rear doors when opening the rear doors. remove weather strip and add sealing tape
• 10167940Apr 28, 2017Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: Low Battery Message, Engine Remote Start inop, flat 12V battery Service: The most recent VCM software release can cause any or all of the above symptoms. *The current solution is to install VCM repair software by following the procedure below: 1. Perform a Total Upgrade according to TJ 31543 to bring all vehicle nodes to the latest software status. The Upgrades list in VIDA should be…
• 10167939Apr 28, 2017Electrical system. This is a Quality Bulletin. Volvo Car USA LLC and Volvo Car of Canada Ltd (Volvo) on behalf of Volvo Car Corporation, has decided to launch Service Action S39835 on certain model year 2017 XC90, S90, V90CC and V90 vehicles. The Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) contains telematics functions that may increase the current draw when the vehicle is not in use. The corrective action is to perform a Total Upgrade which…
• 10167938Apr 28, 2017Electrical system. Volvo Car USA LLC and Volvo Car of Canada Ltd (Volvo) on behalf of Volvo Car Corporation, has decided to launch Service Action S39835 on certain model year 2017 XC90, S90, V90CC and V90 vehicles. The Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) contains telematics functions that may increase the current draw when the vehicle is not in use. The corrective action is to perform a Total Upgrade which contains new VCM software…
• 10167937Apr 27, 2017Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: SERVICE ACTION S39816: VDDM PBL Upgrade. The corrective action is to perform a VDDM PBL software upgrade
• 10167936Apr 27, 2017Brakes. This is a Quality Bulletin. Volvo Car USA LLC and Volvo Car of Canada Ltd (Volvo) on behalf of Volvo Car Corporation, has decided to launch Service Action S39816 on certain model year 2016 - 2017 XC90 and 2017 S90, V90CC and V90 vehicles. Volvo has identified that due to a software deviation in the Vehicle Dynamics Domain Master (VDDM) Primary Boot Loader (PBL), the vehicle may not start after it has been parked…
• 10167935Apr 27, 2017Brakes. Volvo has identified that due to a software deviation in the Vehicle Dynamics Domain Master (VDDM) Primary Boot Loader (PBL), the vehicle may not start after it has been parked and the parking brake lamp will be lit in the instrument panel. Model Year 2016-2017 XC90, & 2017 S90, V90CC, V90
• 10167913Apr 21, 2017Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: In-car apps not working after app version upgrade
• 10167911Apr 21, 2017Equipment. Please return stock of part number 31664288 Decal Set to your servicing distribution center.
• 10167910Apr 14, 2017Brakes. This is a Technical Journal: If symptom of noise occurs from the rear brakes during braking follow advice under service. New brake pads have been implemented for service and production , 2015week34. 31471266 Comfort brake pads, only for cars with VDN code RC02 An improved rear brake disc with changed composition is planned to be available in the end of June 2016, For cars built before chassis number 22196, replace…
• 10167909Apr 13, 2017Equipment. Please return stock of 31430070 service kit to your servicing distribution center.
• 10167908Apr 13, 2017Equipment. Please return stock of 39843523, 39843524, 39843525, 39843526 covers to your servicing distribution center.
• 10167907Apr 13, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. This is a Service Product Journal: VIDA will not support Windows 8.1 after June 30th 2017
• 10167903Apr 12, 2017Equipment. This is a Service Product Journal: Network card Intel I219-LM causing communication problems with XC90/S90/V90
• 10168248Apr 11, 2017Body and structure. This is a Technical Journal: Inner door handle, clicking noise. Apply grease P/N 31437986
• 10168512Apr 8, 2017Air bags. Volvo Car USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD (Volvo) on behalf of Volvo Car Group has decided to launch Recall R89714 on certain model year 2017 XC90, S90, V90CC and V90 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error in the surface treatment process, the bolts that were used to assemble the inflatable curtain (IC) airbag may not meet specifications.
• 10168511Apr 7, 2017Equipment. Drill and Drill fixtures tools used in Recall R89714
• 10168510Apr 7, 2017Air bags. Volvo Car USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD (Volvo) on behalf of Volvo Car Group has decided to launch Recall R89714 on certain model year 2017 XC90, S90, V90CC and V90 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error in the surface treatment process, the bolts that were used to assemble the inflatable curtain (IC) airbag may not meet specifications.
• 10168509Apr 6, 2017Equipment. Drill and Drill fixtures tools used in Recall R89714
• 10168508Apr 6, 2017Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Please return stock of parts numbers 31674102, 31674103, 31674104, 31674106, Turn Signal Switch, Wiper Washer Switch to your servicing distribution center.
• 10168507Apr 6, 2017Tires. This is a Technical Journal: I-TPMS and Low Tire Pressure warning
• 10168506Apr 4, 2017Tires. This is a Technical Journal: I-TPMS and Service required. If TPMS warning symbol is flashing in DIM with a "TPMS Service Required" message, then follow advice under Service
• 10168504Apr 4, 2017Brakes. This is a Technical Journal: If symptom of noise occurs from the rear brakes during braking follow advice under service. New brake pads have been implemented for service and production , 2015week34. 31471266 Comfort brake pads, only for cars with VDN code RC02 An improved rear brake disc with changed composition is planned to be available in the end of June 2016, For cars built before chassis number 22196, replace…
• 10168503Apr 1, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. This is a Technical Journal: TG81-SC, harsh shift P-R R-D N-D. Due to an internal can bus data error in the TCM, harsh garage shifts may occur at P-R, R-D, N-D. New improved TCM SW is planned to be released 2017w22 in production and service. If you have a customer complaint at this time, perform a TCM reload. This will reset the values of the TCM and improve shift quality .
• 10168502Apr 1, 2017Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: Region Code Setting for 7" Media/DVD Player After installing the 7" Media Player/DVD Player Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) accessory, it may be necessary to set the DVD region code to US (region 1)
• 10167713Mar 30, 2017Wheels. Please return stock of part number 31674105 Lever Hub to your servicing distribution center.
• 10167710Mar 29, 2017Tires. This is a Technical Journal: I-TPMS and Low Tire Pressure warning
• 10167709Mar 29, 2017Equipment. This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Factory Scheduled Maintenance menu.

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