Hello, Recently Volvo service replaced the ERAD on my 2016 XC90 T8. I would like to know the reliability of the new ERADs? Did any once replace the ERAD multiple times? Or anyone replaces ERAD on newer model XC90 T8s? Thanks.
ERAD Replacement and reliability of new ERADs
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2021 XC90 T6 Inscription onyx black & 2023 XC90 B6 Ultimate denim blue
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Yikes. That’s totally unacceptable. Was it all covered under the VIP at least? Hopefully only one deductible for them, if you have a deductible.
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If I'm tracking correctly, there have been three generations of ERAD? Original w/ SPA launch, revised/comparable, and the MY22.5+ upgrade? Curious which generation(s) have failed on you.
Looking at MY23 warranty specs, I see that ERAD is covered as a "major emissions component" for 8/80k, is that the same as prior MYs?
Looking at MY23 warranty specs, I see that ERAD is covered as a "major emissions component" for 8/80k, is that the same as prior MYs?
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Anyone have trouble yet with ERAD3 (22.5-2023) or have info on the Siemens model?
Hoping right now I can rely on the CA 15 year PHEV warranty for even the transmission (since it’s integrated)
Hoping right now I can rely on the CA 15 year PHEV warranty for even the transmission (since it’s integrated)
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We're a Volvo specialist and have sold approximately 100 XC90 T8 Hybrid and 10 XC60 T8 Hybrid, strangely I've never encountered an issue with the XC60 T8 Hybrid ERAD, however the XC90 especialy the 2016/2017 cars, are pretty much guaranteed to go wrong within 6 years. Personally I've repaired at least 15 at Volvo, with various contributions due to age. I've also had one 2018 car with an ERAD fault, which is strange as Volvo originally blamed a faulty batch of circlips in the 2016/2017 cars. Also worth noting is the BHP is reduced in 2017 67 reg cars from 401bhp to 390bhp, was this to reduce stress on the ERAD? The repair is £3000 at Volvo, and £6000 if they also diagnose the Hybrid Motor at fault or whining. Volvo offer 100% cover for the failure up to 4 years old, 50% contribution 4-5 years old, then a sliding scale after 5 years old depending on VOLVO service history. this failure has nothing to do with mileage, I've had cars with 35,000 miles fail and 95,000 miles. I've actually got one now and unfortunately have repaired at least 1 XC90 per month for the last 4mths. My warranty company hate them, they're worst than LAND ROVER product for failing, but annoyingly only on this one particular expensive part. As good as Volvo are with their contribution, they are well aware of this fault and should have recalled all XC90 T8 Hybrid, and fixed them, it's clearly a design fault from new, lets hope the new EX90 full electric won't be such a let down. If it is Volvo's reputation in the prestige car market will not recover from it in my opinion!
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All those ERAD problems were caused by this?
Here's how ERAD is addressed in USA MY23 XC90 warranty - I assume this is full coverage for 8 yrs/80k miles/130k kilos -
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It’s almost like GKN Automotive and Volvo didn’t consider long term reliability of this complex system, coupled with the sheer weight of the XC90. I still can’t believe those small gears are solely pushing the car when in battery mode. Or when AWD is needed in slippery conditions. The complexity is not worth the gains, IMO.
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Are most failures in the “transmission” and thus not subject to hybrid warranty? Not sure what the correct terminology is for the gear section of the ERAD
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Clutch. Not covered as I know. Oil is serviceable.
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So ERAD has a clutch that isn’t deemed part of ERAD, that’s what fails and isn’t covered? Sneaky.
How does reliablility for the 3 (?) ERAD generations compare? Maybe too soon to judge current?
Hey, I have recently been advised that we need to replace the ERAD in our 2018 Volvo XC90 and I was given a quote of $8000! The dealer told me that it was okay to drive the car in "power" mode while I figured out what we are going to do. I love the car and want to keep it but want to find a better price than $8k and am looking for a good mechanic to do the job. Recently I have started hearing a clunking sound, even when the car is in "power" mode. It's not consistent but it does happen. It feels like it needs more transmission fluid, so I have stopped driving it. Any ideas/thoughts/etc...?
Reading the terms again, and for everyone's reference, found the warranty manual here: https://volvornt.harte-hanks.com/manuals/2023/Volvo_MY2023_Wty_Manual_WTY570_WEB_06-02-22.pdf
My impression just changed from that all major emission-related parts mentioned in the list are subject to 8 yr or 80k miles/130k km warranty.
But additional verbiage in the warranty manual puts more conditions:
Now my second thought came: does it mean the list of parts are only covered for 8 years in the case that the vehicle fails emission test, but not when the parts are not functioning (but w/o evidence of failing the emission test)? This is very "clever" & ambiguous wording. But then again, how a wheel speed sensor would affect a vehicle's emission?
Did your dealer say it's not covered by the 8 yr warranty (for emission or hybrid battery)?
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Hi,
I was told by a mechanic that ERAD consists of two parts-"mechanic" and "electronic", thus they can be purchased and replaced separately if one of them is broken. Is that information true or...?
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Was it out of commission during the back and forth or did you approve the work while they sorted it out?
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hi, just to confirm
There have been two versions of the ERAD and the ERAD-3 referred to above is a higher power version from MY22?
Presumably the upgraded ERAD (2nd version of the first type) improves on the design and now avoids clutch failures or motor (bearing?) failures? New ones fitted now arent just the same part again?
When did the second and improved version of the ERAD come out?
Thanks
There have been two versions of the ERAD and the ERAD-3 referred to above is a higher power version from MY22?
Presumably the upgraded ERAD (2nd version of the first type) improves on the design and now avoids clutch failures or motor (bearing?) failures? New ones fitted now arent just the same part again?
When did the second and improved version of the ERAD come out?
Thanks
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