Check engine light came on and has stayed on. Stalled out in traffic, turned the car off and it restarted and I continued. Happens two more times. Initial start up has a delay in the engine turning over. Gas pedal is slow to respond to acceleration. Verified at a garage with code reader. Suspect faulty wiring (corrosion) to fuel pump needing PEM replacement. No warning prior to first incident around 02/2022. I have had the check engine light reset on multiple occasions and each time the light comes back on within 2 days. Safety has been a concern at multiple times. Entered VIN number with Volvo, a Volvo dealer, and with no help in resolving issue.
Volvo S40 fuel pump problems
20 of the 491 owner complaints about the Volvo S40 describe fuel pump failure, most of them for the 2005 model year.
- owner complaints
- 20
- worst model year
- 2005
- typical mileage
- 80,000
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls for this area of the car. See below
By model year
Often reported together
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 volvo s40. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump electronic module had failed due to rusting and corrosion. The fuel pump electronic module was replaced and the failure was remedied. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number 08v033000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. Additionally, the vehicle was originally sold in the state of california and had been driven in the state of michigan the past 6 years. The failure mileage was 147,000.
My vehicle shuts off while im driving it. I took it to a mechanic 3 times and was advised its an issue with the fuel pump. I was also advised this is an known issue with this particular vehicle and was provided a the federal safety agency campaign id # 08v033000.
I went out to start my car for work and it would not start like it was out of but I have a half tank of gas in it but for some reason it sounds like the fuel pump/module is not working.
Recall on- fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump vovlvo recall no. 190
Fuel pump control module (pem) fails during wet conditions. Car will crank like normal but will not start. Let car dry out for a few days and then the car will run normal again.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 volvo s40. While driving various speeds on several occasions, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump electronic module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 08v033000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.
Prior to this incident, my car idled down and pressing the gas did not prevent it from coming to a complete stop. The check engine light illuminated and all of the lights came on to include, warning lights, airbag, stability control, and others including ABS. Fortunately we had just exited the highway to purchase fuel and was in no immediate danger. Because of the vehicles age it was recommended we have the starter, oxygen sensor, spark plugs, 1 coil pack, and battery replaced; and the fuses, fuel pump, fuel filter, alternator and wiring examined, but they did not need to be replaced. After reading other complaints about the electrical problems of this vehicle, I am seriously wondering if this car is safe. I don't want to spend more money and still have to be concerned about my family and I being involved in a collision because the replacement of parts won't fix an underlying problem that may be much more serious.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo s40. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the engine stalled. The check engine and battery indicators illuminated when the failure occurred, and the vehicle veered to the right. The contact pulled the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle would not restart and was towed to the contact's residence. The failure occurred twice. The manufacturer was not notified and advised that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 08v033000 (fuel system, gasoline). A diagnostic test indicated that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the failure did not recur. The failure mileage was 118,600. ..updated 08/11/14 *bf the vehicle was repaired at the owner's expense. Updated 08/21/2014
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 volvo s40. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where it was stated that the fuel pump and pump electronic module (pem) needed to be repaired. The dealer also informed the contact that her VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 08v033000 (fuel system). The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 56,000. ...updated 11-12-13 *bf the consumer stated in the past month the alternator, defective pcv, and cvvt hub. The defective pcv caused the front seals to blow which caused the cvvt hub to need to be replaced. Updated 11/25/2013
Related recalls
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 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles equipped with t5 turbo engines, the polyamide tube in the fuel line is sensitive to the extreme temperatures that may occur in the area where the turbo/exhaust manifold is located.
- Risk
- This may potentially result in fuel line leakage. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will change the fuel line material to teflon free of charge. The recall began on june 5, 2006. Owners may contact volvo cars at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 06V137000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline
- What is wrong
- On certain sedans and station wagons, there may be a fuel leak from the fuel rail due to inadequate welding.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a v-clamp to the fuel rail. Owner notification began on january 28, 2004. Owners should contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 03V424000 · Recall details
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The model years with the most reports are 2005 (10 complaints), 2006 (6 complaints) and 2004 (4 complaints).
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