2004-2006 Volvo S40 and Volvo V50 recall: fuel pump

Volvo Cars Of N.a. LLC. reported this safety recall on January 28, 2008. It covers about 23,000 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 23,000
reported: Jan 28, 2008
owners notified: Feb 20, 2008
related complaints: 47

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump

What is wrong: On certain vehicles sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, reoccurring, long-term exposure to certain environmental conditions such as salty-wet conditions, it is possible for the pump electronic module (pem) to become corroded internally. This can cause a faulty signal to the fuel pump, resulting in low or no fuel pressure to the engine.
Risk: If this occurs, the check engine light may illuminate. In some cases, the vehicle may fail to start or may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the pem and install it in a new location to prevent corrosion. The recall began on february 20, 2008. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.

Recall number 08V033000

Affected vehicles

Volvo S40 2004-2006 2004 2005 2006
Volvo V50 2004-2006 2004 2005 2006

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 47 complaints about fuel system problems.

2004 Volvo S40 2005 Volvo S40 2006 Volvo S40 2004 Volvo V50 2005 Volvo V50 2006 Volvo V50

Questions about recall 08V033000

Is there a recall on the 2004-2006 Volvo S40 and Volvo V50 fuel pump?

Yes. Recall 08V033000, reported on January 28, 2008, covers about 23,000 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V033000?

Dealers will replace the pem and install it in a new location to prevent corrosion. The recall began on february 20, 2008. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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