1997 volvo s90 involved in a major accident on june 5, 2006. My vehicle was hit from behind and pushed into another vehicle at a rate of speed of 60 miles per hour. Vehicle airbags did not deploy. I notified the volvo manufacturer and was told that the airbags was placed int he vehicle for basically decorations and not to help save lives. I had my seat belt on which was the only thing that kept me from having a serious injury. However, my back was injured in the crash.
The worst 1997 Volvo S90 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags2
- Suspension2
- Acceleration1
- Seat belts1
- Seats1
Problems by type
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- Airbags2
- Suspension2
- Acceleration1
- Seat belts1
- Seats1
- Visibility1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Volvo S90 136
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Complimentary upgrade C00009 description.
- Rubber cushion
- The Deutronic DBL-1200 is an advanced battery maintainer/charger with the flexibility to be updated as...
- ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
- Vida qr
- Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
- Volvo?s Warranty Department tracks Retailer warranty spending by utilizing the Warranty Retailer...
- Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly...
- Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
- Service Manager Bulletin: Vehicle Type and Platform Information
What 1997 Volvo S90 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Three car automobile accident on june 5, 2006. My car was hit from the rear and pushed me into a SUV. My car sustained heavy damages and had to be totaled out. My automobile was a 1997 volvo s90 4 door sedan I purchased new in 1997. On impact from the back and front, the air bags did not deploy. I took pictures of the vehicle before it was towed because I just happen to have a camera on hand to prove it and it was also noted by the investigating officer on the scene. I am now seeking legal representation because I could have been killed if it were not for my seat belts.
I have encountered repeated failures with one particular operational component of my vehicle's sunroof. In total the part has failed 4 times which to me would indicate to me an inherent defect in this part. Volvo refuses to entertain any claim for compensation for the repairs past the vehicle warranty period.
Consumer placed vehicle in reverse. Vehicle shot backwards and hit a steel station. Consumer put vehicle in drive to see what kind of damage was done, and it shot forward, hitingt a store plate glass window. Insurance totaled vehicle.
The plastic piece on the seatbelts in the rear of the vehicle, used for adjusting the belts for css or adults, broken while installing the css. Dealer said that the css may not be the proper one for that model car.
Passenger head rest blocks the rear view. Yh
Vehicle vibrates, pulls and makes noise, continually.
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Questions about the 1997 Volvo S90
Is the 1997 Volvo S90 reliable?
Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 1997 Volvo S90, 2.3 times a typical S90 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Volvo S90?
Airbags, with 2 complaints. Next is suspension (2).
How many recalls does the 1997 Volvo S90 have?
No recalls on record.
Is there a class action lawsuit over the Volvo S90?
Yes. New class action says Volvo's Google-based infotainment screens freeze and take climate and rearview camera with them (November 9, 2026).
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