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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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TJ31708102018-01-22. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. This document is a Technical Journal: Battery Control Switch module BCSM. Component failure. Internal fault": This DTC is most likely set due to that at one or more occasions the main battery terminal(s) has been disconnected/reconnected and a voltage spike has triggered the code. If Central Electronic Module (CEM) DTC - B129F96 is permanently set, follow the instructions in this TJ and in VIDA
TJ31007702018-01-22. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. This document is a Technical Journal: If symptom of noise occurs from the rear brakes during braking follow advice under service. New brake pads have been implemented for service and production , 2015week34. 31471266 Comfort brake pads, only for cars with VDN code RC02 An improved rear brake disc with changed composition is planned to be available in the end of June 2016, For cars built before chassis number 22196, replace rear brake pads according to VIDA. For cars built after chassis number 22196 or are already have the latest brake pads, try to hold the repair until the new rear brake disc is available.
TJ31698102018-01-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. This document is a Technical Journal: If you experience difficulty programming remote keys on Hybrid vehicles, please follow the advise in Technical Journal under service.
TJ31385102018-01-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. This document is a Technical Journal: In the event of a damaged floor harness, Instead of replacing terminals, a floor harness can be repaired according to the method in VIDA under Bulletins/ Product fix/Special tools Bulletins/3 Electrical/ 371 Cables.
TJ31514102018-01-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This document is a Technical Journal: ASDM = Active Safety Domain Master To prevent unnecessary replacements of ASDM and as a troubleshooting aid for the Intellisafe system, please follow the advice in Technical Journal
TJ27536722018-01-22. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This document is a Technical Journal: Information about valid Software partnumbers to order and download Software for "PDS" Pre-Delivery Service
TJ3085820-2017-02018-01-22. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : DIM message ? BLIS system service required ? and DTC SOD U023292 REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 30858 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : STATUS DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America 2015 - 10 - 16 2015 - 10 - 21 FUNC GROUP : FUNC DESC : 3872 Collision avoidance Page 1 of 2 Attachment Vehicle Type Eng Struc Week Type Eng Sales Body Gear Steer Model Year Plant Chassis range Desc Range 256 2016 - 2016 0000516 - 0035745 201505 - 201539 CSC Customer Symptom Codes Code Description XR Blind spot information system ( BLIS ) / Does not work IV Text window and warning symbol / Text message VST Operation Number VST Operation Number Description 36004 - 2 Software control module downloading DTC Diagnostic Trouble Codes Text ? 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 30858 DESCRIPTION : Note ! If using a printed copy of this Technical Journal , first check for the latest online version . If a warning message ? BLIS system service required ? occurs in DIM together with DTC SODR - U023292 or / and SODL - U023292 , then follow the advice under SERVICE . Vehicle Report : Only if this TJ does not solve the problem or if the symptom would occur after the chassis number ranges above . Use concern area ? Vehicle Report ? and sub concern area ? Support Needed ? , use function group 3872 . Service : In case of customer complaints for above symptom , download SOD upgrade . ( side object detection module ) Page 2 of 2 2015 - 10 - 21
TJ3250821-2017-02018-01-22. Service bulletin. SEATS. This is a Technical Journal: Front seat backrest, too much play. The locking retainer/washer must not be tight against the seat frame. It must have a play of 1,0mm +/-0,5mm.
TJ3235310-2017-02018-01-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. This is a Technical Journal: Customer may hear a high frequency noise from the climate system shortly after starting the car. New foam rings between upper actuators (4 zones) and shafts in the Climate unit have been implemented in plant from 2017w04. In case of customer complaints, install new foamrings according the attached instruction. S/V90 4-zone XC90 4-zone S/V90 2-zone XC90 2-zone
TJ3134720-2017-02018-01-22. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This is a Technical Journal: Message in DIM "Windscreen Sensor Blocked" ASDM= Active Safety Domain Master *If the customer experiences the warning message "Windscreen sensor blocked. See manual." together with ASDM DTC C1A6797, then follow advice under "Service". *An improved ASDM software has been introduced for service structure week 201724. Service: *In case of customer complaints for above symptom, upgrade the ASDM software, please perform an upgrade of the software according to TJ 31543.
PB51-001-2017-062018-01-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Please return stock of part number 31400779 Brake Disc Kit to your servicing distribution center.
PB77-017-2017-062018-01-22. Service bulletin. WHEELS. This is a Parts Bulletin: Wheel Cross Reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.
TJ3278030-2017-02018-01-22. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. This is a Technical Journal: If rear brake noise while braking can be heard , mainly at low speeds , follow steps under Service Note: These brakes can be identify by VDN: RK03 or RK05 If the symptom is confirmed, .New brake discs will be implemented 17w22 at the factory and will be available as a service solution on approximately 17w24.
TJ310072017-10-27. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. If symptom of noise occurs from the rear brakes during braking follow advice under service. New brake pads have been implemented for service and production , 2015week34. 31471266 Comfort brake pads, only for cars with VDN code RC02 An improved rear brake disc with changed composition is planned to be available in the end of June 2016, For cars built before chassis number 22196, replace rear brake pads according to VIDA. For cars built after chassis number 22196 or are already have the latest brake pads, try to hold the repair until the new rear brake disc is available.
TJ315582017-10-27. Service bulletin. LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: DYNAMIC BRAKE SUPPORT/BRAKE ASSIST. 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 wateringress 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
TJ316032017-10-27. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Volvo has identified that Thermal Expansion Valve (TXV) may stick and not allow refrigerant to pass the shut off valve fast enough during opening. This condition can result in no or poor cooling in the passenger compartment, and/or noise from the Air Conditioning Compressor. Corrective Action is to replace the TXV.
PB87-A897722017-10-27. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Volvo has identified that Thermal Expansion Valve (TXV) may stick and not allow refrigerant to pass the shut off valve fast enough during opening. This condition can result in no or poor cooling in the passenger compartment, and/or noise from the Air Conditioning Compressor. Corrective Action is to replace the TXV.
A897722017-10-27. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Volvo has identified that Thermal Expansion Valve (TXV) may stick and not allow refrigerant to pass the shut off valve fast enough during opening. This condition can result in no or poor cooling in the passenger compartment, and/or noise from the Air Conditioning Compressor. Corrective Action is to replace the TXV.
TJ31569A2017-10-27. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This software prevents the auto-close function from activating when the sunroof switch is pushed upward while the glass is in an open position. Follow the below Technician Instructions for Recall R89702, Panoramic Sun Roof Switch SW.
TJ315692017-10-27. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This software prevents the auto-close function from activating when the sunroof switch is pushed upward while the glass is in an open position. Follow the below Technician Instructions for Recall R89702, Panoramic Sun Roof Switch SW.
TJ315422017-08-03. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. Water may accumulate on the rear door sill. Water may come out of the lower edge of the rear doors when opening the rear doors.
TJ305882017-08-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. If Alarm Service Required message is shown in the DIM and DTC CEM-U132A96 is present, follow advice under Service. Perform Total Upgrade XC90 (Software Product 31483292). If the DTC returns with the latest SW, replace the BBS (Battery Backed Sounder).
TJ305992017-08-03. Service bulletin. SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY. When driving on rough roads, a creaking/squeaking noise can be heard from the second row seats. Add felt tape on the top half of the striker pins, according to attached files. * Use new tape, (Service kit) p/n 31447976.
TJ312202017-08-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. Low Battery message displayed in the DIM (Driver Information Module).
SPJ315932017-08-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. There has been an increasing amount of reports where users state that its not possible to perform a vehicle readout when pressing ?Connect? There will be an error message asking the user if they wants to retry after an error message saying ?Error occurred during complete read out for VIN ?This error message is generic and could be caused by other problems

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