2003 Volvo XC90 T6
YV1CM91HX31015186
Vehicle history report for the 2003 Volvo XC90 T6 (VIN YV1CM91HX31015186). Black, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv]. 94,776 mi reported. Registered in Ca. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
What's a 2003 Volvo XC90 worth?
What comparable 2003 Volvo XC90 vehicles are listed for — a quick gut-check before you negotiate.
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2003 Volvo XC90.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2003 Volvo XC90 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN YV1CM91HX31015186
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2003 Volvo XC90.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Volvo XC90, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🚑 1 reported injury
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 96
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2003 Volvo XC90.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel line was recalled in 2010. Volvo repaired it now it has the same problem. And is leaking fuel. Same line that they replaced in 2010. Please recall.
NHTSA ODI #11470083POWER TRAIN
TRANSFER CASE KEEPS LOCKING UP AND MESSING UP. IN PAST YEAR PAID 1500 TWO TIMES TO REPLACE TRANSFER CASE AND IS NOW IN SHOP AGAIN FOR SAME REASON. TRANSFER CASE LOCKING UP. FEB 2020, JULY 2020, AND NOW JANUARY 2021 FEB GOING SPEED OF 35-40, JULY ON HIGHWAY SPEED OF 70 IN MIDDLE OF FREEWAY, AND JAN SPEED OF 35
NHTSA ODI #11394283ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
DRIVING THE XC90 AND SUDDENLY THERE IS A HUGE THUMP AND CLICKING FROM THE DASHBOARD. ALL THE DIALS AROUND THE SPEDOMETER STOP WORKING.. IF WE KEEP DRIVING THERE ARE MORE THUMPS AND WE QUICKLY LOSE ENGINE POWER - IT IS EXTREMELY SCARY WHEN IT HAPPENS.. ALL THE LIGHTS COME ON (INSIDE THE CAR), DASHBOARD GOES DEAD ETC ETC. IT IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS .. IT HAP…
NHTSA ODI #10810354POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
WHEN THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED IT STARTED WITHIN 4 DAYS TO HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION, AFTER THE TRANSMISSION THE TRANSFER CASE BEGAN TO HAVE PROBLEMS, SO THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN THE SHOP BEFORE THE THIRTY DAYS TAGS COULD EXPIRE AND BOTH PARTS WERE REBUILT BY AN OUTSIDE COMPANY WHICH WAS ADDED TO THE ORIGINAL PRICE TAG OF THE VEHICLE. THEN A YEA…
NHTSA ODI #10760442ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE
VEHICLE DRAINS WATER ON TO FRONT PASSENGER FLOOR, AND OCASSIONAL DRIVER SIDE AFTER IT RAINS. IT IS A KNOW PROBLEM THAT A CLASS ACTION SUIT WAS WON IN NEW JERSEY, INCLUDING 5 OTHER STATES. THE WATER IS FROM CLOGGED DRAIN TUBES IN SUNROOF AND SOMETIMES SHRINKIAGE OF DRAIN TUBE THAT DISLODGES. VEHICLE NOW HAS A MUSTY SMELL FROM THE FREQUENT WATER IN THE VEHICLE…
NHTSA ODI #10749784FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 VOLVO XC90. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, FUEL FUMES EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT FUEL WAS ALL OVER THE EXHAUST PIPE AND THE BOTTOM OF THE FUEL TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP WAS CRACK AND LEAKING FUEL. T…
NHTSA ODI #10715762FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 VOLVO XC90. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FUEL FUMES EMITTED IN AND AROUND THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE FUEL PUMP. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND CONFIRMED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN…
NHTSA ODI #10694911POWER TRAIN
TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. HERE'S THE STORY, MY XC90 WAS DEALER SERVICED A WEEK AGO (PM), TOOK ON A SHORT ROAD TRIP OVER WEEKEND, FORTUNATELY MADE IT HOME BEFORE IT BROKE DOWN. WENT TO WORK UPON RETURNING FROM TRIP AND WHILE I WAS PARKING THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO ENGAGE IN ANY GEAR. VERY UNSAFE! NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND THERE WAS NO 'LIM…
NHTSA ODI #10679777+ 88 more complaints on record.
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Is the VIN YV1CM91HX31015186 valid?
YV1CM91HX31015186 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Sweden. It decodes to the 2003 Volvo XC90.
Does the 2003 Volvo XC90 have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2003 Volvo XC90. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2003 Volvo XC90?
Comparable 2003 Volvo XC90 listings run roughly $1,300–$3,700, typically around $2,594 (from 25 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2003 Volvo XC90 get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2003 Volvo XC90 at about 17 mpg combined (15 city / 21 highway).
Data last checked 19 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.