2003-2006 Volvo XC90 recall: tie rod assembly

Volvo Cars Of N.a. LLC. reported this safety recall on May 5, 2006. It covers about 126,743 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 126,743
reported: May 5, 2006
owners notified: Jun 23, 2006
related complaints: 34

Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly

What is wrong: On certain passenger vehicles,the outer tie rod ball joint can deform at high loads causing a loss of the clamping force and the nut may loosen, which may eventually lead to a fatigue fracture of the outer tie rod ball joint.
Risk: The driver may notice that the vehicle is difficult to maneuver increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the outer ball joint tie rods with improved outer ball joint tie rods free of charge. The recall began on june 23, 2006. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.

Recall number 06V155000

Affected vehicles

Volvo XC90 2003-2006 2003 2004 2005 2006

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 34 complaints about steering problems.

2003 Volvo XC90 2004 Volvo XC90 2005 Volvo XC90 2006 Volvo XC90

Questions about recall 06V155000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2006 Volvo XC90 tie rod assembly?

Yes. Recall 06V155000, reported on May 5, 2006, covers about 126,743 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V155000?

Dealers will replace the outer ball joint tie rods with improved outer ball joint tie rods free of charge. The recall began on june 23, 2006. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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