(2009 Volvo XC90) There is black powder that gathers on my paint around wheel wells...is this the brakes? And is it. A problem?
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Asked by Cdwinell Aug 10, 2013 at 12:13 PM about the 2009 Volvo XC90

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Just bought this car..should I be worried?

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dandyoun answered 11 years ago

Sounds like it is brake dust. It is normal to have some around the wheel wells. If your brakes are operating properly and not making any squealing noises I would not worry about the dust.

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pauljnoe answered 7 years ago

If this same black dust is on your tire rims then its ok its normal. Its normal brake shoe where

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