Terrible gas smell every time I drive it. I got someone to check it out, there is gas leaking from the fuel pump. This person put some putty over the leak which stopped the smell but this is not safe. I see a recall for the fuel pump but it says my car doesn't have a current recall.
2001 Volvo S60: gas smell in the cabin
50 of the 223 complaints about the 2001 Volvo S60 describe gas smell in the cabin.
- owner complaints
- 50
- of this car's complaints
- 22%
- typical mileage
- 103,000
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below
Gas smell in the cabin by model year
- 20061
- 20051
- 20044
- 20034
- 200236
- 200150
What owners say
Extreme gas smell inside car. Noticed gas leaking from top of tank by the screws that hold it. Vehicle was parked in my drive way and as soon as my kids got in they noticed the strong smell. Not driving it defenetly can cause a fire.
I have noticed a strong fuel odor inside and outside of car. It is also leaking fuel. The fuel leaking is underneath the car. I do not know exactly where fuel is leaking. It is not coming from fuel filter.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 volvo s60. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the contact noticed a fuel odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was a fuel leak with the fuel pump. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of th failure. The failure mileage was 155,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 volvo s60. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 155,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 volvo s60. The contact stated that a gasoline odor was prominent around the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken for diagnosis or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 94,489.
The interior of my vehicle has a strong smell of gasoline. We are aware of the recall 220 in 2010. My vehicle was registered in the district of columbia in 2010 yet the manufacturer indicates that it is not eligible for the recall based on the fact that it was originally purchased in new york, a state not made part of this recall. {if the language in the recall bulletin states that the vehicle should have been sold or registered in these states, volvo should not interpret this to mean where the vehicle was originally purchase especially given the fact that the on the date of the recall the vehicle was registered in the district of columbia a state authorized by the recall to receive a mandatory replacement} should I await a fire to erupt before escalating this matter to get repairs under this recall?
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 volvo s50. The contact stated that before entering the vehicle, he noticed a fluid leaking from under the vehicle and a gasoline smell on two occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where it was stated that the fuel tank had a leak. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 94,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 volvo s60. The contact stated that while driving fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic where it was found that the fuel pump had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump). The failure mileage on the vehicle was 150,000 and the current mileage was 152,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 volvo s60. While parked, the contact noticed a strong gasoline fuel odor. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician advised that the fuel pump was fractured and leaking fuel. The contac referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery:fuel pump) but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 116,000.
I brought my car from someone in february, and it was running perfect. Now there is a gas smell, a smell that smells so bad I'm scared to drive because it might catch fire. I notice the smell before my birthday. My bday is 9/12, and now it jus had gotten worse. I don't thing I should be at fault for this problem. I don't have money to get it fixed. The dealer wants 1,095$ to fix it.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 volvo s-60. The contact stated that there were strong gasoline fuel fumes coming from the outside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic who stated that there was a possible fuel pump defect. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v152000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) however, the VIN contact's was not included in the recall. The failure and the current mileage was 90,000.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2001-2005 s80, model year 2001-2004 v70, s60, xc70 and model year 2003-2005 xc90 vehicles sold in or registered in the states of alabama, arizona, arkansas, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, kentucky, louisiana, mississippi, nevada, new mexico, north carolina, oklahoma, south carolina, tennessee, texas, utah, virginia and the u.s. Territories. When exposed to certain environmental conditions (hot climate and temperature cycling) over time and in combination with varying fuel quality, the fuel pump can develop cracks in the fuel pump flange.
- Risk
- If the condition occurs vehicle owners may notice fuel smell and/or fuel leak which, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the fuel pump installed in the vehicle, and if necessary replace the fuel pump with a part of a modified design. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on january 15, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 09V483000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- On certain vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona and nevada, due to the combination of fuel quality and climate conditions, the fuel pump may, in certain cases, experience a reduced functionality. The most common symptoms would be fuel odor.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump free of charge. The recall began on july 10, 2007. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 07V152000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2001 Volvo S60 fuel smell
Is gas smell in the cabin a common problem on the 2001 Volvo S60?
50 of 223 owner complaints about the 2001 Volvo S60 (22%) mention gas smell in the cabin. The model year with the most reports is 2001.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2001 Volvo S60?
There are 2 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2001 Volvo S60
Fuel pump 55Stalling 29Fuel leak 26Loss of power 23Transmission failure 14Jerking 12Check engine light 10Fire or smoke 5
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