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Diana of Palos Verdes Estates CA (02/20/09)
Bought 2003 Volvo XC 90 T6 new. Transmission replaced at 15,000 miles and again at 70,000 miles. Volvo used reconditioned transmissions. Now having problems with starting engine on cold days and other code readouts. Too bad, since we have had 6 Volvos since the 1970s.

Wanda of Tarboro, NC February 20, 2009

Wanda of Tarboro NC (02/20/09)
I purchased a 2007 S40 Volvo in Jan 08 and today I heard what sounded like a gunshot while I was driving. It came from the front passenger side. Ever since then I have a very foul smell in my car. What could it be? Did the airbag burst?

Have to let the car air out. It is overwhelming and can't stand to stay in the car.

Ben of Austin, TX February 15, 2009

Ben of Austin TX (02/15/09)
Took our 2001 Volvo V70 XC to a Volvo dealership and they told us a software update was needed. The next day, we came back to have it performed, and they said it didn't need one. Shifting gears was rough now and then, and it would kick. Eventually, it kicked hard and the check engine light came on. As a side note, anytime one of the wires for a sensor is disconnected and then reconnected, the computer will not correct itself and requires the alarm to be disabled/reset. The only ones who can do this are Volvo dealerships or Volvo specialty shops that pay the 10K per year premium for the stupid software to interface with the computer. The whole thing is a racket and completely anti-consumer. Volvo/Ford should be sued into oblivion.

Wanting 4,000 to fix the transmission. Appraised value of the vehicle is now 2,500, with 13,000 still on the loan.

Herbert of Navarre, FL January 28, 2009

Herbert of Navarre FL (01/28/09)
I have Volvo Penta SX out drive on my boat which was purchased new in 2006. Since the day I accepted delivery, this engine and outdrive has had problems with Galvanic Corrosion. I have had my boat serviced may times and filed initial complaint when the out drive was still under factory warranty, and nothing has been don yet to fix problem. Now 2 years later my out drive has corrodedd so bad the metal is very unstable and boat can not be put on the water. There are cracks in the metal from the corrosive pressures on the metal.

The corrosion has spresd to all externally mounted components and mount frame. The paint is completely exfoliated and the metal is severely pitted. It is as Volvo did not even treat or prime these out drives before installing them

Pete of Sterling Hts, MI January 26, 2009

Pete of Sterling Hts MI (01/26/09)
2002 Volvo V70 totalled at 101,000 miles. Only complaint is multiple bulb failures and drivers door handle breaking off. Almost forgot, frequently will not start. No juice going to the starter at all. Fix-tap the starter with a hammer or other object and it fixed it every time. 1995 Volvo 850 GLT wagon 240,000 miles. Replaced the starter and left rear shock mount twice. Must use only Volvo plugs when tuning up on either car. Bosch platinums will not work. Tip- NEVER TAKE YOUR CAR TOO THE VOLVO DEALER FOR REPAIRS. Check brake pads every 25,000 miles and have the tires rotated as required. Dont forget to change the belt and do not buy a used one without proof that it has been maintained. Personally, I love the cars but I have met many people that do not.

Judy of Charleston, SC January 24, 2009

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