CarComplaints.com Notes: The XC90 took its “freshman 15” of transmission complaints and turned it into a “sophomore 45.” The 2004 XC90 saw 3X as many complaints about the transmission failing as it did in its inaugural North American model year! By the following year, transmission complaints fell back in line with the 2003. That sharp spike in complaints means we recommend avoiding the 2004.

On top of transmission complaints, the 2004 XC90 also has problems with a sudden loss of power. The lucky ones are met with a “reduced engine performance” message, while others are left stranded on the side of the road waiting for a tow.

1.6

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
108,500 miles

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2004 Volvo XC90 Owner Comments

problem #2

Sep 262017

XC90

  • 143,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2004 Volvo XC90. While driving 60 mph, a loud noise was observed and the sun roof shattered independently. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (the Volvo store, 1051 w. webster avenue, winter park, fl, 32789) where it was diagnosed that the sun roof needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 143,000. The VIN was not available.

- Clearmont, FL, USA

problem #1

Dec 032012

XC90

  • 74,000 miles
While driving at highway speeds, the vehicle experienced a complete systems failure of engine, lighting, wipers, interior lighting (dash), brake failure message and SRS airbag service warnings. This has begun to happen repeatedly. This problem appears to be the same that many other XC90 owners have been experiencing.

- Springfield, OR, USA

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