I have a 1994 volvo 850. I have a leak where the heat shield is attached to the gas tank. Volvo is well aware of this problem but my VIN does not show the recall. The leak of gas is 100% from the recalled spot heatshield side of the gas tank. This is a safety issue because it could blow back on the exhaust and cause a fire.
1994 Volvo 850 fuel system problems
14 complaints (17% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 130,000.
- owner complaints
- 14
- of this car's complaints
- 17%
- typical mileage
- 130,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Storage: tank assembly6
- Storage2
- Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings1
At what mileage
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Volvo 850 fuel system problems in other years
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, after prolonged exposure to heat, the fuel tank may seep or leak fuel at the points where the heat shield is attached.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Volvo will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if any evidence of fuel seepage or leakage is found. All vehicles will receive new reinforcement bushings at the heat shield attachment points to prevent future leaks. This recall will be conducted as a safety recall in the hot weather states of alabama, arkansas, arizona, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, nevada, new mexico, north carolina, oklahoma, south carolina, tennessee, texas, and utah, and as a service recall in the other 33 states and the district of columbia. The recall began on september 24, 2004. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 04V368000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Fuel tank leaks
This engineering analysis was opened on june 11, 2003, based on 54 reports of fuel tank leaks.the subject vehicles were 1993 through 1996 model year (my) 850 vehicles. Model 850 was also produced in my 1997 and was included in this investigation. Analysis of the data reveals two distinct issues. First, the 1994 through 1997 my vehicles stand out by accounting for 95 percent of the reported leaks.these vehicles share the same fuel tank design (pn 9142618). The 1993 my vehicle uses a different fuel tank design (pn 9141101).secondly, the failures occurred predominantly in hot climates, e.g., california, arizona, texas, florida, georgia, louisiana, etc.testing of fuel tanks from consumer vehicles at the vehicle research and test center confirmed leaks through cracks in the fuel tank wall at a heat shield mounting attachment in the 1994 through 1997 my fuel tanks (pn9142618). Details of the tests are available in test report vrtc-dcd3060.volvo will conduct a safety recall on all my 1994 through 1997 vehicles originally sold or registered in the following 17 hot states: ca, az, nm, tx, la, ms, al, ga, sc, fl, nc, tn, ar, ok, ut, nv, and hi.all 1994 through 1997 my vehicles in all other states will be remedied under a service campaign.the remedy for both the recall and service campaign is to install a new bushing at each heat shield attachment point (3 per tank).also, all tanks (vehicles in all states) will be inspected for fuel seepage at the heat shield attachment points and volvo will replace any tank showing signs of fuel seepage.the new bushings will prevent heat shield stresses from being transferred to the three heat shield mounting attachments on the fuel tank.the safety recall is filed under the federal safety agency safety recall number 04v368.this investigation is closed.
EA03008
Fuel tank leaks
The office of defects investigation opened thisinvestigation on january 16, 2003.the basis for opening the investigation was 15 consumer reports alleging gasoline leaking from the fuel storage tank.volvo provided 43 additional reports in its response to the preliminary evaluation, 4 of which were duplicates of the 15 odi reports. This investigation has been upgraded for further study.
PE03003
What 1994 Volvo 850 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
We smell gas. When stop notice fuel leaking from fuel entry pipe. When got closer look it was leaking from fuel entry pipe that connected to fuel tank.
Tl* the contact owns a 1994 volvo 850 turbo. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, fuel leaked from under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer stated that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified and they stated that the remedy for the recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 04v368000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage) was performed seven years ago. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 52,000.
I have had the smell of gas and evidence of leaks at the gas tank for about two years plus. I called volvo two years ago about the recall (the federal safety agency # ea03008 from july/2004). I was told that my car VIN does not match the recall. I just had the tank pulled by my mechanic and it is a plastic tank which is leaking from the 3 bolts which attach it to the heat shield- exactly as described in the recall- and it has been operated in a hot weather state(tx). This should be included in this recall. What could possibly exclude this from recall. I am getting the runaround from volvo.
Tl* the contact owns a 1994 volvo 850. The contact stated he noticed gasoline leaking from the left side of the fuel tank. He added gasoline to the vehicle and noticed the leak continued. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility where they discovered several cracks on the heat shield attached to the fuel tank. A new fuel tank was ordered for the contact. The manufacturer advised there was not a recall for the failure and would not provide any assistance. The contact inquired about the federal safety agency campaign id number: 04v368000 ( fuel system, gasoline: storage) but was told his VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was 157,000 and the current mileage was 157,030.
Engine heater block contact surface does not match correctly with the engine block as intended.,vehicle speed control, cold weather condition ice crystals can form at the throttle in the engine intake system, prevent throttle from returning to idle. Fuel system , the fuel tank may seep or leak fuel at the onto where the heat shield is attached. These are potential problems and need to be fixed no matter if a ticket is opened or not.
Dt: the contact stated vehicle was leaking oil but he was unsure where it was coming from. The dealership suggested changing the master cylinder and it was changed at a local service station, however the leak continued. The contact claimed the leak was coming from the ABS. The module was changed, the leak stopped and the brakes worked properly. He then received the federal safety agency recall 04v368000 concerning the fuel system. Recall repair was performed but there was still a smell of fuel. This happened with the windows up or down. The check engine light was came on. Upon inspection at the dealership the computer found the air mass flow meter was not working properly. This caused the vehicle to idle rougher and not run smoothly. The air mass flow meter has been replaced four times by the dealership. The check engine light was still on. *ak updated 12/27/2005.
Ltr fm owner of a volvo who repaired link in the gas tank seal. Consumer seeking reimbursement repair covered by recall.*mr
On june 1, 2004, my 1994 volvo 850 was leaking gas on my driveway. The car was towed to volvo village in clearwater for repair and they replaced the gas tank. I paid $790. I learned on 2/1/05 that there was a recall for volvo 850 for the gas tank, recall r139, involving 226,000 volvo 850s including my 1994 year. Recall number: 04v368000. Make : volvo model : 850 year : 1994 manufacturer : volvo cars of n.a. Llc. The federal safety agency campaign id number : 04v368000 recall date : jul 23, 2004 component: fuel system, gasoline:storage potential number of units affected : 226000 I called volvo customer care 1‑800‑458‑1552 and they said the recall does not apply to my VIN # and refuse to reimburse me for this repair. I want to be reimbursed for this repair as per the recall campaign. Please help me get my reimbursement. The manufacturer has provided reimbursement. *ak
The high pressure fuel return line at the front top of engine has slowly deteriorated. Consumer feels if it breaks a fire could start.*ak *cb
Questions about the 1994 Volvo 850 fuel system
Does the 1994 Volvo 850 have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the fuel system of the 1994 Volvo 850, 17% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1994 Volvo 850 fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 130,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1994 Volvo 850 fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 04V368000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Volvo 850 have the most fuel system problems?
The Volvo 850 model years with the most fuel system complaints are 1996 (26 complaints), 1994 (14 complaints) and 1995 (13 complaints).
Other 1994 Volvo 850 problems
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