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.
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really awful- Typical Repair Cost:
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- Average Mileage:
- 48,000 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 1 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- not sure (1 reports)
transmission problem
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
I took my XC90 in for service and there seemed to be a problem with the compression I am waiting for a response from Volvo because it was just barely out of the warranty by time and under on the miles as to if it will be covered. This has been a three-week process so far. I picked the car up and now the car is smoking and the check engine light comes on. So the car has not been driven and is sitting. Volvo has promised us a call back from day one and there was only contact when we called. Just to get it checked out is going to be costly. Thank goodness we have an extra car, because this would have been a true strain being that we are a family of six. I would not recommend the 2004 XC90. For the cost, you would expect a lot more. The service is horrible.
- Lisa E., Lakewood, CA, US