Service bulletins for the 2017 Volvo S90
A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.
542 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| TJ30794.1.0-2017 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This is a Technical Journal: New Remote Controls and Shells for XC90/S90 The remote control shell fastening concept has been changed to solve issues with the shells coming loose. Remote controls and shells of the new design are not compatible with remote controls and shells of old design, and vice versa If a remote control or shell of the old design is replaced with a new part of the new design, then both the remote control and shell needs to be changed to the new design. |
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| TJ32183.1.2-2017 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE. This is a Technical Journal: Service Action S89807 Volvo Car USA LLC and Volvo Car of Canada Ltd (Volvo) on behalf of Volvo Car Corporation, has decided to launch Service Campaign S89807 on certain model year 2016 ? 2017 XC90 and S90 vehicles. Volvo has identified the painted surface under the exterior door handles may become scratched by the handles. The corrective action is add tape under all four (4) exterior door handles |
| TJ29012.5.0-2017 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; STRUCTURE. VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Leather dashboard , leather comes loose REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 29012 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America YEAR MONTH DAY 2015 06 26 FUNC GROUP : FUNC DESC : 8811 Instrument panel Page 1 of 3 Attachment File Name File Size Leather dashboard.jpg 1.2691 MB Vehicle Type Eng Struc Week Type Eng Sales Body Gear Steer Model Year Plant Chassis range Desc Range 124 2012 - 2015 0151101 - 0182120 201120 - 201402 136 2012 - 2015 0118101 - 0191314 201120 - 201402 156 2014 - 2015 0500127 - 0755266 201320 - 201416 542 2012 - 2013 0123001 - 0144301 201146 - 201325 CSC Customer Symptom Codes Code Description L9 Instrument panel / dashboard / Loose , poor fit , warped , wrinkled N2 Instrument panel / dashboard / Blistered / bubbled / peeled VST Operation Number VST Operation Number Description 88107 - 2 Dashboard replace . ? Right first time in Time ? Produced in the USA and available as an electronic document . Hard copy documents are printed in USA on recycled paper containing a minimum of 50 % wastepaper and 10 % post - consumer waste . © 2015 VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA , LLC Technical Journal 29012 DTC Diagnostic Trouble Codes Rows beginning with * are modified Note ! If using a printed copy of this Technical Journal , first check for the latest online version . Text DESCRIPTION : Leather on dashboard may come loose on small areas . PRODUCT MODIFICATION : The amount of glue used for fastening the leather has been increased and * finetuned . Process has been optimized and more measurements introduced . MATERIAL RETURN : Material for analysis can be requested in Vehicle Report . In other cases , follow normal routines . Vehicle Report : When submitting a Vehicle Report for a condition described in this TJ , use concern area ? Vehicle Report and sub concern area ? Support Not Needed ? with function group 8811 . Service : I |
| TJ32393.1.1-2017 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES; EQUIPMENT. This is a technical Journal: SPA transport lock and unlocking. The remotes do not function while the vehicle is in Transport Mode. See transport mode instructions |
| PB77-006-2017-01 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; WHEELS; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers |
| TJ31295.1.3-2017 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. the infotainment system in the vehicle restarts or reboots repeatedly while driving. When this happens the CCD and the center area of the DIM will go blank for a few moments and then start back up as if the vehicle has just been started up. |
| TJ32288.1.1-2017 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. This is a Technical Journal: Low Battery Message, Engine Remote Start inop, flat 12V battery Service: The most recent VCM software release can cause any or all of the above symptoms. *The current solution is to install VCM repair software by following the procedure below: 1. Perform a Total Upgrade according to TJ 31543 to bring all vehicle nodes to the latest software status. The Upgrades list in VIDA should be empty before proceeding. *2. Download the appropriate SP below to prevent the above symptoms and re-enable ERS XC90: SP 31676890, CMQ VCM Fix S90: SP 31676891, CMQ VCM Fix 3. Drive the vehicle over 20mph to release the VCM from diagnostic mode. ERS will be unavailable until this is done. 4. Close and lock the vehicle for 3+ minutes to allow the network to shut down before testing ERS. PLEASE NOTE - DO NOT perform a Total Upgrade or VCM Upgrade after performing this procedure (they will now appear in the Upgrades list). Doing so will re-install the affected software. - Not all battery drains are caused by this issue. *The repair software will be integrated with regular VCM Upgrade/Reload and Total Upgrade/PDS/Service 2.0 packages in the coming weeks *This TJ will be updated when the updated software packages are available. |
| TJ32004.1.0-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT. This is a Technical Journal: The Remote Control slider button is now available as a spare part. If the slider button is missing or damaged, there is no need to replace the entire remote control. Install a new slider button (31419983) according to the attached instruction. |
| PB77-017-2016-12 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; WHEELS; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. This is a Parts Bulletin: Wheel Cross Reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size. |
| SMB17-2017-2016- | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This is a Service Manager Bulletin: This bulletin contains information on the following steps which make up the Retail Car Delivery Process. ? Vehicle inspection procedure (Truck Delivery) ? Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) ? Vehicle in stock maintenance ? Vehicle Delivery (Customer Delivery) New car delivery is a crucial step in the Retail Car Delivery Process. At this point the buying experience turns into a long-term relationship. It is the retailer?s responsibility to ensure that the car and the experience are as enjoyable and informative as possible. |
| TJ32204.1.1-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. This is a Technical Journal: P-SIM = Personal Subscriber Identity Module When using the in-car modem and P-SIM connection, the following symptoms may appear: 1 - In car apps such as TuneIn and Pandora connect to the service but say "Connecting..." when trying to play music. 2 - When a device is connected to the vehicle's WiFi hotspot, it will redirect to an AT&T website such as the one in the attachment Wifi Connection Message.jpg The above symptoms are due to the data plan for the P-SIM expiring. There is no fault with the vehicle. Should a customer present one of the above complaints, please direct them to the support site for instructions on how to renew the data plan for the P-SIM. |
| TJ32185.1.1-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. This is a Technical Journal: As of 11/28/2016 a voice recognition speech database file will no longer be included with the latest map upgrade for SPA vehicles (SPJ 29181) and must be downloaded separately from the maps. When performing PDS or diagnosing any voice control issue, always ensure that the latest speech database file is installed in the IHU. |
| TJ30961.4.0-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER; EQUIPMENT. This is a Technical Journal: The front passenger seat heater may not start or turns itself off after a few minutes of driving. A new IHU (Integrated Head Unit) software with changed functionality has been introduced in week 46, 2016. Download a Total Upgrade in accordance with VIDA (Vehicle Information and Diagnostics for Aftersales) instructions and TJ 31543. The new software can be used on all cars from production start. |
| PB77-017-2016-12 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. WHEELS; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This is a Parts Bulletin: Wheel Cross Reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size. |
| SMB00-424-2016-1 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. While performing repairs, on vehicles covered by Volvo's New Vehicle Warranty, the Technical Help Desk may support the dealer by providing a specific diagnostic labor operation. This will aid the Warranty Administrator when claiming reimbursement for diagnostic labor while not adversely affecting the dealers General Operation Index. |
| TJ32005.1.1-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. SEATS; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT. This is a Technical Journal: Leather seats, improvements on wrinkles and wear. Always replace both together, seat cushion upholstery and seat cushion foam . Both sides (Driver and/or passenger) should not be replaced as a pair if only one side has an issue. The backrest does not have to be replaced if only the seat cushion has an issue. |
| PB77-017-2016-12 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. WHEELS; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This is a Parts Bulletin: Wheel Cross Reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size. |
| TJ30646.4.0-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. This is a Technical Journal: Title Graphic HUD may loose height adjustment Head Up Display HUD/Does not work Under some conditions, the height adjustment for the Head Up Display (HUD) returns to its default (full "up") setting at a vehicle restart.At this time, there is no permanent solution to this problem. |
| PB87-R89707-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; AIR BAGS; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. This is a Parts Bulletin: Condensation water, transferred through the air conditioning drain hose, may leak into the passenger compartment due to incorrect installation during vehicle assembly. If this condition should occur, it may result in moisture inside the passenger compartment, which could lead to air conditioning functionality issues. If the leakage has not been detected over a period of time, this condition could affect SRS systems (airbag), engine management systems etc. In such a case, the driver may experience various warning messages displayed in the Driver Information Module (DIM) identifying that a fault may be present and also providing guidance on how to proceed. Volvo therefore considers this a potential safety risk over time. |
| TJ32139.1.0-2017 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This is a Technical Journal: Climate system, high fan speed noise. Customer may experience a high fan speed noise regardless of the fan speed selection. This may be due to accidentally touching the 2nd row display. A new logic in the CCM software was implemented 2016w46, that allows rear climate display to start in default mode 72/72 Auto with fan level 2. This will take place after every restart of engine. Service: Perform Total Upgrade according to TJ-31543. |
| ST-186-2017-01-0 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Title : No . Page Volvo Special Tool 186 1 of 1 Cabinet Car Market : SPECIAL United States , Canada TOOLS Date : YEAR MONTH DAY BULLETIN 2012 02 02 Take Your Special Tool Storage to the Next Level Maintain Your Parts & Service Department Efficiency , Organization and Productivity with the Volvo Special Service Tool Cabinet from Stanley Vidmar ! System includes ( 3 ) Stanley Vidmar Modular drawer cabinets with partitions , dividers and lock , ( 2 ) overhead shelf door cabinets with one shelf and lock ; designed to store Volvo Special Service Tools . Features ? Three - cabinet system with two overhead storage cabinets . ? 38 drawers with compartments . ? Exceptional tool organization with dedicated compartments , partitions and dividers . ? All cabinets are lockable . ? All steel construction . ? Drawers rated at 400 lbs . capacity fully loaded and extended . ? Drawer cabinets have pallet base included . ? Allows cabinets to be moved fully loaded and as your needs change . ? Tool locator sheets and index provided for placement of 600 tools in drawers and overhead cabinets . Technical Weight approx . ( lbs ) 2400 554 - VOLVO - SPL Color Volvo Blue Volvo Special Tool Cabinet Power supply ( V / Hz / A ) None Dimensions ( L x W x H ) 90 " x 27 - 3 / 4 " x 90 " Dealer Price $ 7,292 To Order Call 800 - 345 - 3399 or visit Volvodealersolutions.com today ! Promo # VO12 - 11 All Product Sold F.O.B . Shipping Point Pricing effective through June 30 , 2012 " Fixed Right ? First Time " SERVICE TECHNICIANS SERVICE PARTS WORKSHOP Service MANAGER MANAGER FOREMAN Personnel : read and initial . © 2012 Volvo Cars of North America , LLC Printed in USA on recycled paper containing a minimum of 50 % wastepaper and 10 % post - consumer waste |
| SMB00-287-2016-1 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Please use attached file to create new version of bulletin. Please remove original bulletin by same number dated 2/18/2010. |
| PB87-R89707-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Parts Bulletin TITLE: Recall R89707: Air Conditioning Drain Hose Model Year 2016 XC90 & S90 |
| SMB00-342C-2017- | 2019-11-12. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Volvo Lifetime Replacement Parts & Labour Warranty GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Warranty Canada 00 342C REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : YEAR MONTH DAY SERVICE SERVICE WARRANTY 2015 09 18 MANAGER WRITER ADMINISTRATOR Service Personnel : Read and initial Page 1 of 4 VOLVO LIFETIME REPLACEMENT PARTS & LABOUR WARRANTY CUSTOMER OFFER To further enhance the Volvo ownership experience , Volvo Cars of Canada Corp . is offering the Volvo Lifetime Replacement Parts & Labour Warranty . Volvo warrants to the original retail purchaser of each new genuine Volvo replacement part ( excluding accessories and consumable parts as listed below ) that such part installed at an authorized Volvo retailer will be free from defects in material or workmanship . This would exclude any defects caused by outside influence . Coverage under the Lifetime Replacement Parts & Labour Warranty includes the labour to replace the covered replacement part . This warranty is nontransferable . COVERAGE Beginning with repairs dated on or after September 15 , 2015 , the original retail purchaser of a new genuine Volvo replacement part purchased and installed at an authorized Volvo retailer will be eligible for the Volvo Lifetime Replacement Parts & Labour Warranty . Parts and labour coverage under this Lifetime Warranty are only applicable when the new replacement part has been purchased and installed at an authorized Volvo retailer . Parts sold over the counter that are not installed by an authorized Volvo retailer are covered by Volvo?s one year parts only warranty . ? Right first time in Time ? Produced in the USA and available as an electronic document . Hard copy documents are printed in USA on recycled paper containing a minimum of 50 % wastepaper and 10 % post - consumer waste . © 2015 VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA , LLC Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 342C As part of the vehicle?s normal service and maintenance |
| ST-220-2017-03-1 | 2019-11-12. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Drill and Drill fixtures tools used in Recall R89714 |
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