2018 Volvo XC90 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Known Issues — 2018 Volvo XC90
CRITICAL
Oil leak from turbo oil return line on T6 engines
CRITICAL
T8 PHEV high-voltage battery capacity degradation
MODERATE
Sunroof water leak — drainage tube clogging
MODERATE
Sensus infotainment freeze requiring reboot
MODERATE
Air suspension compressor premature failure
MINOR
Rear climate control blower motor noise
What to Inspect
- Check for oil seepage around turbo return line
- On T8 — test EV range and battery charge levels
- Inspect sunroof drainage channels
- Test Sensus infotainment for stability
- Test air suspension all modes
- Listen to rear climate control blower for noise
Expected Maintenance Costs
| Service | Interval | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change (synthetic) | every 10,000 miles | $120-$160 |
| Spark plugs | every 45,000 miles | $200-$350 |
| Brake fluid flush | every 2 years | $100-$150 |
| Transmission fluid service | every 50,000 miles | $250-$400 |
| Air suspension service/inspection | every 50,000 miles | $200-$400 |
| Coolant flush | every 50,000 miles | $150-$220 |
| T8 PHEV battery inspection | every 40,000 miles | $150-$300 |
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