Credov's researched list of the 2 faults the Volvo XC90 SPA is known for, 1 of them serious or costly. Each one says what to look for when you check the car, so you can spot it before you buy. Not every car has these faults: they are the ones worth checking on this model.
What to look for: Feel the front carpets for damp, check the headliner by the sunroof, and lift the boot floor for water or rust.
Why it matters: Owner reports describe this leak reaching control modules that then have to be replaced, and because the water path is hidden under trim and carpet a buyer can easily miss it on a dry day until a module fails later.
What to look for: Look along every window surround and the roof rails from an angle in good light for milky blotches or staining.
Why it matters: A full set of replacement window trims adds up quickly and warranty claims are often refused, so a buyer should know this is a cosmetic cost they may have to carry themselves.
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On top of the faults above, every Credov inspection covers the basics: fuel smell, leaks or filler rust, engine oil leaks, power steering fluid leak, drive belt cracks or squeal, rust underneath: chassis and mounts, engine mounts, engine oil level and colour, coolant level, colour and leaks, head gasket failure signs, cold start: rattle, knock or smoke, rough or hunting idle, engine running hot on gauge, gearbox or diff oil leak, swapped gearbox without lvv and more.
Researched by Credov from manufacturer recalls and service bulletins, owner reports and workshop sources. Repair prices are typical ranges, not quotes. See also fault codes and repair costs.