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2004 Volvo XC90 body problems

14 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 99,608.

owner complaints
14
of this car's complaints
3%
typical mileage
99,608
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Body
    3
  • Body: door
    2
  • Body: tailgate: hinge and attachments
    1
  • Body: hatchback/liftgate
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Volvo XC90 body problems in other years

20032005201020202024

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2004 Volvo XC90 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 16, 2023 · Body · CO

The rear right door cannot be open from inside the car. It opens fine from outside. I am aware there is a child safety lock, but in this case the problem is somewhere else. Regardless of the child safety lock position, the door cannot be open. This is a hazard, because in case oof an accident the passenger will e trapped inside the car.

Filed Jun 21, 2016 · Body · 99,608 miles · CA

Sunroof "exploded" while driving on the highway. Nothing hit it.

Filed Oct 9, 2015 · Body, Electrical · 113,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo xc90. While driving at any speed, the vehicle jerked and lost power. The contact also heard water running on the right passenger side door and underneath the dashboard. The air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 113,00. The VIN was not provided.

Filed Aug 15, 2014 · Body, Driver assistance · 135,000 miles · MD

Our 2004 volvo xc-90 developed a warning light that the stability control was inactive. In addition, we experienced a "sloshing" sound in the passenger compartment akin to a bottle of water rolling around the back. Upon inspection it was determined that the yaw sensor was damaged due to corrosion from defective sun-roof drains which allowed water intrusion into the vehicle body. No external leaks or issues were evident and the issue was well described upon an internet search.

Filed Jun 11, 2014 · Body · IL

Last year(2013) I noticed when it rain, my driver side floor will be occasionally damped. It was random and didn't happen everytime it rained, so I blew it off. As spring of 2014 approaches & the rain becomes more frequent in illinois, my driver floor becomes more & more wet, not damped but soaking wet. Puddle of water that is. Im not sure what it is, but as I research the problem I find several complaints of the issue being a sunroof drain issue. My issue is increasing & if someone can provide more information on this it would be greatly appreciated, because my carpet is ruined & smelly.

Filed Nov 10, 2013 · Body · 110,255 miles · TX

On june 2013, my interior door handles both front and back all began to break. All interior door handles both front and back began to brake around a 2 1/2 month period, at different times while I was exiting my car. This is ridiculous. All handles breaking around the same time. I have to now lower my window and reach threw the outside to open the door. This problem needs to be addressed and recalled. What I have read online, I am not the only one with this problem. There are a numerous amount of vehicles with the same issue. This can be a huge safety issue. What is the windows fail to work next. How would I get out of my vehicle if there's a accident, and I am trapped inside. Does volvo not care for there mistakes. Please address this issue and recall it asap to fix the problem. This vehicle is making me scared to drive it. Thank you very much, and I pray you fix this issue soon, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Sep 20, 2012 · Acceleration, Body · 90,000 miles · WA

The sunroof drain has a design flaw that can cause water to enter the passenger compartment and/or electrical systems. This can present simply as water on the floor boards. But it can also present in more subtle ways with water coming in contact with electrical systems and being drawn throughout the car through copper wires acting as conduit (this effects speaker quality, radio function, cruise control function etc). Most importantly, water can accumulate in the compartment under the front passenger seat that houses the dynamic stability traction control system putting safety at risk. We have experienced this with our xc90 but see many complaints regarding other volvo models. This is a significant safety concern but most concerning because of its subtle nature, slow progression, and prohibitive costs to repair. Many people are driving around with compromised systems and are not yet aware, unable to recognize the cause, or unable to fund the repair.

Filed Mar 25, 2012 · Body · 66,000 miles · FL

Driver side and rear passenger doors don't open from inside.

Filed Jan 30, 2011 · Body, Electrical · 108,540 miles · NY

Liquid (probably water) inside the frame of volvo xc90 causing electrical issues.

Filed Jul 28, 2010 · Body · 79,230 miles · IL

Rear tailgate release failure.

Questions about the 2004 Volvo XC90 body

Does the 2004 Volvo XC90 have body problems?

Owners have filed 14 complaints about the body of the 2004 Volvo XC90, 3% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2004 Volvo XC90 body problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 99,608 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Volvo XC90 body?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Volvo XC90 have the most body problems?

The Volvo XC90 model years with the most body complaints are 2016 (23 complaints) and 2004 (14 complaints).

Is there a class action lawsuit over the Volvo XC90?

Yes. New class action says Volvo's Google-based infotainment screens freeze and take climate and rearview camera with them (November 9, 2026).

Other 2004 Volvo XC90 problems

Electrical 158Transmission 145Fuel system 77Engine 52Lights 33Airbags 31Suspension 23Steering 20Brakes 19Acceleration 17Driver assistance 12Wheels 10Seat belts 6Tires 6Visibility 6Locks 4Seats 2

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