2016 Volvo S90: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Volvo S90: 2 recalls, 0 owner complaints.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment, Airbags Vehicle recall #16V690000 · 2016 · 43,766 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the drain hose for the air conditioning May leak into the passenger compartment due to a drain hose installation error during manufacturing.
Why it matters: Significant water drainage into the passenger compartment May adversely affect air bag deployment in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
The fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air conditioning drain hose for proper installation, replacing the hose as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on November the 14, 2016.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #16V798000 · 2016 · 74,027 vehicles
What's wrong: On the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt buckle attaching stud May loosen, allowing the buckle to separate from the seat belt bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages" and number 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Why it matters: If the seat belt buckle separates from the bracket, the front seat passenger May not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt buckle stud, replacing the seat belt buckle as needed, free of charge. The recall began January 2017.
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Volvo S90 so far.
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Volvo S90 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2016 Volvo S90. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Where can I get a 2016 Volvo S90 repair manual?
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