Volvo XC90 D5 Engine Troubles
As a user of the 2018 Volvo XC90 D5 model, I opted for this vehicle for its top-notch safety features and have been using it for five years. However, my experience has been marred by recurring issues, despite all maintenance being conducted by authorized Turkish services.
Here's a summary of the troubling events:
At 1635 km: Replacement of the power pulse hose due to cracking and tearing.
At 3993 km: Engine malfunction light illuminated, reset at service.
At 16652 km: Engine malfunction light illuminated again, reset at service.
At 55566 km: Replacement of EGR pipe due to engine noise.
At 75904 km: Oil leaks detected while under warranty.
At 86589 km: Replacement of the ashbur tube causing oil leak.
At 103886 km: Replacement of intake manifold and turbo hose for leaks with a fee paid. Subsequent oil addition at Bursa Arkas due to oil leak warning.
At 113189 km: Continued oil shortage warning; service found no issues upon inspection.
At 117056 km: Replacement of turbo hose at intake manifold entrance.
At 117173 km: Vehicle issued oil low warning after only 120 km; faulty sensor suspected.
At 120,000 km: Engine replacement deemed necessary.
Despite exclusive servicing by authorized channels, the engine began experiencing issues as early as 1635 km, with an oil leak detected at 75000 km while under warranty. Despite multiple service visits, unresolved issues have led to the necessity of engine replacement.
Considering vehicles in Europe clocking millions of kilometers, it's perplexing why I should need an engine replacement at 120,000 km due to service oversight or improper repairs. Is this indicative of Volvo's engine longevity?
Arkas Izmir service center has issued an exorbitant invoice of 650,000 ₺, despite no fault on my part, for a vehicle serviced exclusively by them, which has encountered numerous engine-related issues, including an oil failure during warranty. Is this expense justified?
Failure to properly address the oil leak has resulted in subsequent malfunctions, indicating a lack of intervention on the service center's part.
In conclusion, Volvo XC90 D5 users should not have to face such exorbitant costs and engine replacements due to service oversights.




