Service bulletins for the 2016 Volvo XC90
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.
821 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| PB36-064-2017-02 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Please return stock of 31414981, 31419659, 31419661, 31419662, 31419664, 31489105 Remote Control and Shell's to your servicing distribution center. |
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| TJ31295.1.4-2017 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. 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. |
| PB36-062-2017-01 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Please return stock of part numbers 31419911, 31419918 Remote Control and 31439211, 31439212 Shell to your servicing distribution center. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| ST-211-2017-01-2 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Special Tools Bulletin TITLE : Newsletter 64 : Mandatory Tools NO : DATE : CAR MARKET : United States and 211 YEAR MONTH DAY Page 1 of 13 Canada 2015 05 04 All tools have been classified as required , and will be allocated to all U.S . and Canadian Volvo retailers by Bosch Corporation . U.S . retailers will be billed by Volvo Cars of North America , LLC . 9513061 VDDM + BDM Adapter Break Out Box Adapter for fault tracing the Brake Control Module and the Vehicle Dynamics Domain Master . Tool standard C2 Tool group 39 Tool bulletin 383 Model XC90 ( 16 - ) Tool board Electrical cabinet Price 9513062 VOE Adapter Break Out Box Adapter for onboard diagnostic ( OBD ) . Tool standard C1 Tool group 39 Tool bulletin 383 Model XC90 ( 16 - ) Tool board Electrical cabinet Price ? Right first time in Time ? SERVICE PARTS WORKSHOP SERVICE TECHNICIANS Service MANAGER MANAGER FOREMAN Personnel : Read and initial 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 Special Tools Bulletin 211 9513063 VCM Adapter Break Out Box Adapter for fault tracing Vehicle Connectivity Module . Tool standard C2 Tool group 39 Tool bulletin 383 Model XC90 ( 16 - ) Tool board Electrical cabinet Price 9513064 CEM Adapter Break Out Box Adapter for fault tracing in the CEM system ? Central Electric Module ? . Tool standard C1 Tool group 39 Tool bulletin 383 Model XC90 ( 16 - ) Tool board Electrical cabinet Price 9513065 SWM SAS Adapter Break Out Box Adapter for fault tracing on Steering Wheel Module and Steering Angle Sensor . Tool standard C2 Tool group 39 Tool bulletin 383 Model XC90 ( 16 - ) Tool board Electrical cabinet Price 9513066 DDM - PDM / RPDDM Adapter Break Out Box Adapter for fault tracing Driver Door Module , Passenger Door Module , and Rear Passenger Drive Door Modul |
| TJ31863.3.0-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This is a Technical Journal: * New VCM software release date CCD = Center Console Display DIM = Driver Information Module VCM = Vehicle Connectivity Master After upgrading an XC90 with the previous Total Upgrade software package, the navigation may show incorrect vehicle position in the CCD and DIM displays. This may happen intermittently or permanently. The customer may also see the vehicle position as incorrect in the Volvo On Call mobile app Service: *A further improved VCM software has been developed to prevent this symptom (now included in the current Total Upgrade, Service 2.0, and PDS software packages). It is available as of week 48, 2016. * Should a vehicle present this symptom, please perform a new Total Upgrade following software download guidelines in TJ 31543 |
| TJ31849.2.0-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. This is a technical Journal: XC90 T8, Charge & Hold functions not available The driver may experience that Charge and Hold functions are not available and the icons have a yellow triangle and are grayed out. Perform total upgrade according to TJ 31543. |
| TJ31798.2.0-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR. Inverter Generator Module "DTC IGM- P0DFC00, Generator Position Sensor Not learned" may be noticed at a VIDA readout. No reported customer symptoms. Ignore the DTC, work is ongoing to find the root cause. |
| TJ30662.1.4-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES. This is a Technical Journal: XC90 Software Upgrades Available REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 30662 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : STATUS DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America 2015 - 10 - 08 2015 - 10 - 13 FUNC DESC : FUNC GROUP : Electric power supply ; lighting ; 3000 Page 1 of 5 instrum Attachment File Name File Size Slam_Lock.wmv 5.2682 MB Sunroof_Calibration.pdf 0.0743 MB Without_Slam_Lock.wmv 1.5542 MB Vehicle Type Eng Struc Week Type Eng Sales Body Gear Steer Model Year Plant Chassis range Desc Range 256 2016 - 2016 - 201505 - 201525 CSC Customer Symptom Codes Code Description KB Alarm / Arming does not work / No visible indication XM Alarm / Other alarm problems KD Head Up Display HUD / Does not work 6N Mobile applications Volvo On Call / Other communication problems JG Volvo On Call / Other Volvo On Call problems TM Front seat / Power seat adjustment / folding does not work VST Operation Number ? 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 30662 DTC Diagnostic Trouble Codes Control Module Code Fault Type CEM U132A96 Permanent Rows beginning with * are modified Note ! If using a printed copy of this Technical Journal , first check for the latest online version . Text DESCRIPTION : * Added symptom regarding Road Sign Information Software upgrades are now available to address the following items on XC90 cars built before structure week 201526 : Vehicle Report : N / A Service : 1 . Software Product 31438126 Alarm System Service Required message displayed in DIM , DTC CEM - U132A96 : The message and DTC are caused by a software bug . TuneIn App added : Once the software is updated , the App can be downloaded via the remote update service . Seat s |
| TJ31558.2.0-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. PARKING BRAKE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. If the rear Parking Assistance System (PAS) is not working and there is a message in DIM about ?Parking Assistance System service required? displayed in DIM, then it is possible that there is water ingress into rear park assist sensors and connectors caused by splices in the rear cable harness. If the sensors and connectors have water ingress then follow method in VIDA |
| 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. |
| TJ31220.1.4-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Low Battery message displayed in the DIM (Driver Information Module). |
| TJ31938.2.0-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This is a Technical Journal: If the vehicle is turned off and restarted again within 1-10 minutes, the P-SIM may not be working. ?No connection to service? will then be shown in the Download Center. When this symptom occurs, it will not be possible to download or upgrade any in-car Apps via the Car Modem P-SIM connection to internet. This symptom may occur after an Upgrade or Reload of the TEM done after week 27, 2016. Service: To temporarily fix this issue, the previous TEM software version may installed by downloading SP 31494965 to establish functional P-SIM communication. After loading the software with VIDA, make sure Auto Time is selected in the Settings menu, drive the car outside and wait for the clock to update. Then shut the car off, close and lock the doors. After 3 minutes, re-start the car and attempt to make a connection with the Car Modem. |
| TJ32162.1.0-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. This is a Technical Journal: Low battery State of Charge due to FMDM disturbance. When viewing the Quiescient Current Statistics in VIDA, vehicles with a regular FMDM disturbance will often show a number of counts in the 400-800mA range. If a vehicle with the latest software continues to have a low State of Charge and no cause can be found, replace the FMDM. Perform a Total Upgrade according to TJ 31543. The new FMDMs are not compatible with older CEM software. |
| TJ32193.1.0-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. This is a Technical Journal: DTC's ECM-P0CD623 may be set incorrectly. The Check Engine light may be illuminated without any other customer symptoms. Perform Total Upgrade according to TJ 31543. |
| 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. |
| TJ32219.1.0-2017 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This is a Technical Journal: Drive Mode and Center Console switches not reacting. This is software related, please do not perform any repairs at this time. Investigation is ongoing, this TJ will be updated when more information is available. |
| TJ32209.1.0-2016 | 2019-11-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER. This is a Technical Journal: Improved low fuel indication A more detailed low fuel indication can be added in the DIM (Driver Information Module). A text message which the driver has to actively acknowledge in order to remove it will be displayed when the fuel level is low. Service: Perform a Total Upgrade according to TJ 31543. |
| TJ31319.3.0-2017 | 2019-11-12. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. VOLVO CAR SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Fresh air hose loose from air filter housingPermanent Text DESCRIPTION : Note ! If using a printed copy of this Technical Journal , first check for the latest online version . DTC = DiagnosticTrouble Code MAF = Mass Air Flow Sensor ECM = Engine Control Module If the ? check engine ? indicator is lit and ECM - P226200 and / or ECM - P02CD00 is posted , this can be caused by loose fresh air hose at MAF sensor . ECM - P200200 may be posted as a consequential failure . Please follow advice under service . SERVICE : If fresh air hose is loose from air filter housing , install spring clamp P / N 988016 to prevent repeat repair . Tightening torque 4 Nm . See attachment . VEHICLE REPORT : Yes , please submit a Vehicle Report if the service so |
| ST-111A-2017-02- | 2019-11-12. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. MIDTRONICS PSC-550S and PSC-700 VEHICLE POWER SUPPLY information |
| TJ32010.2.0-2016 | 2019-11-12. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Technical Journal TITLE: Lock switch in rear door panel sticks |
| SPJ32225.1.0-201 | 2019-11-12. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Service Product Journal TITLE: Message shown while trying to add software part number manually in VIDA |
| TJ34222 1 4 2019 | 2019-09-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Model year 2016 XC90s were built with a single USB port which is not capable of supporting Android Auto functionality. Should a customer request to have this functionality added to their car, it can be added at no cost to them by following the instructions under Service. |
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