Dt: caller received a recall letter but the consumer feels the dealer did not repair the problem. The manufacturers recall #140 and the federal safety agency recall #04v368000 were to replace a heat shield. The caller said she feels the dealer did not do the recall because after the repair fuel leaked when she filled the tank. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer have been contacted about the problem.
1996 Volvo 850: fuel leak
12 of the 192 complaints about the 1996 Volvo 850 describe fuel leak.
- owner complaints
- 12
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- typical mileage
- 93,238
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below
Fuel leak by model year
- 19971
- 199612
- 19959
- 19944
- 19933
What owners say
I own a 1996 volvo 850 glt station wagon with 72,500 miles. The fuel tank cracked and developed a leak from the foward heat shield mount on the gas tank. There was raw gas leaking 3 to 4 inches from the exhaust pipe. The car has never been in a crash nor have we hit or run over anything that damaged the gas tank or heat shield. I replaced the gas tank and seals and have the old gas tank.
I'm reporting the fuel tank on our 1996 volvo 850, VIN no. [xxx], calif. Lic. [xxx], mileage 93238. The fuel tank started leaking around march 27, 2004, upon my investigation I observed fuel leaking from the left side of the fuel tank at the seam behind the exhaust heatshield. On the left side of the fuel tank there are three (3) screws that fasten the heatshield to fuel tank. Removing the two (2) of the screws allowed me to further observe fuel leaking from molded screw retainer. The car has not been driven due to the dangers associated with this leaking fuel tank. I found on the federal safety agency website a preliminary evaluation (pe03-003) was opened in january of 2003 but closed in june 2003. I also found an engineering analysis (ea03-008) has been opened and that the federal safety agency has been investigating this matter and has correspondence with volvo concerning the other fifty four (54) incidences. We purchased this vehicle new in june 1996, and have properly maintained the vehicle as specified by volvo. This car is in excellent condition and has never been in an accident or damaged. Please advise what solutions or remedies this agency or volvo is planning or doing regarding this serious matter. Updated 07/30/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
Steady gas leak from gasoline fuel storage tank on 1996 volvo 850 sedan. Leak from tank itself confirmed by independent garage who regularly serviced the car. After I contacted volvo u.s. (customer care office), I cancelled a replacement tank through the independent garage and took the car to the local volvo dealership (royal automotive in birmingham, al) for the repair. Volvo has notified me that they will repair/replace the tank without charge to me but only if the work is done through their dealer. The car is currently at the dealer awaiting inspection by the volvo u.s. Tech field rep.
Consumer own a 1996 volvo 850 and it experienced a substantial gas leak from he gas storage tank itself. Mr. John abbott answered by phone. *ph
Fuel system, gasoline storage smell of fuel fumes present at all times while operating vehicle when filling tank, fuel leaks from top of fuel tank assembly just as tank becomes completely full.
The fuel tank leaked fuel where it was bolted to the tank. *ak *cb
When filling fuel tank at gas station, just as tank is nearly full, several ounces of fuel leak from top of tank, dripping underneath car.
On the night of may 13, 2003 a few hours after parking the car (1996 volvo 850) in the garage the smell of gas became so strong it was overwhelming. Inspection of the car and floor of the garage revealed gas leaking in a fast steady drip from the fuel tank. The leaked gas had formed a small puddle on the floor. On the morning of may 14, I arranged to take the car in for service where it was confirmed that the fuel tank was indeed leaking from the seam. The car has not been repaired because the fuel tank was is on back order and is not expected to be available until june 1, 2001. The car is not drivable because of the leaking fuel. I believe this leak is the result of a defect in the original fuel tank as there is no apparent damage to the tank.
Consumer stated vehicle's fuel tank has a leak and if filled over 12 gallons it will leak fuel, which can result in a fire. Dealer notified. Ts
Gas tank was faulty of leaking gas. It has been repaired. Smell overwhelming. Dealer determined it was faulty.
Casing to the fuel tank was installed improperly and caused fuel leakage. Dealer and manufacturer has been notified.*ak although its a defect volvo insist because vehicle is no longer under warrantys. The defect had a t.s.b issued and vehcile was never checked.
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
Questions about the 1996 Volvo 850 fuel leak
Is fuel leak a common problem on the 1996 Volvo 850?
12 of 192 owner complaints about the 1996 Volvo 850 (6%) mention fuel leak. The model year with the most reports is 1996.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Volvo 850?
There is 1 recall and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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