2002 Volvo S60: fuel leak

Filed Nov 6, 2017 · Fuel system · 99,000 miles · PA

Fuel leak fire hazard won't pass inspection. Gas smell. Car leaking while parked.

Filed Aug 22, 2017 · Fuel system · 207,000 miles · WI

Fuel leaking from gas tank when the car is running, passenger side above and slightly aft of the fuel filter.

Filed May 6, 2015 · Fuel system · 110,000 miles · DC

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. While driving at various speeds, there was an unusual odor of fuel. The contact discovered fuel leaking from the rear passenger side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure and the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system,gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

Filed Sep 20, 2013 · Fuel system · 126,200 miles · TX

Smell of gas leaking but no leak on ground...has recall for samething.

Filed Aug 8, 2013 · Fuel system · 168,000 miles · CO

Took vehicle in question to my mechanic due to starting issue and fuel smell. He diagnosed a significant fuel leak due to a cracked flange on the fuel pump. He found there was a recall for this exact problem for this exact make, model and year of volvo. Called volvo and they rejected request for recall repair due to VIN number not being included in recall. I believe this vehicle should be subject to the recall regardless of the VIN number because it has the exact same diagnosis as is described by the recall. The notion that a maker can exclude a vehicle which exhibits the problems to be fixed by a recall based on extraneous criteria is fundamentally flawed. The vehicle in question is unsafe to drive and there is a recall to fix the safety issue for the make, model and year in question. That the vehicle is excluded based on extraneous criteria is reckless regard for my safety and potential bystanders!

Filed Sep 12, 2012 · Fuel system · 110,000 miles · TX

Began to notice strong fuel smell inside and outside the vehicle. Also noticed that starting the vehicle when engine is cold became more difficult. Researched various forums and the federal safety agency and discovered that volvo has had 2 recalls for fuel pumps. My vehicle exhibited same symptoms as detailed in both the federal safety agency recalls. Called volvo at 800‑458‑1552 as instructed in the federal safety agency recall notice. Informed the representative that vehicle exhibited the symptoms detailed in the recall notice. I was informed that my vehicle VIN number was not part of recall. Also contacted local volvo dealer regarding recall notice. Dealer would diagnose problem - if part of the recall, they would replace. Dealer called back, informed me that my vehicle was not part of recall. I cancelled appointment for diagnosis. Another local repair shop specializing in european vehicles verified that fuel pump has cracks and is leaking fuel. A full recall to include all VIN's should be issued. The fact that there have been two previous recalls for the same issue shows that there is a systemic flaw with this part.

Filed Aug 16, 2012 · Fuel system · CA

My volvo s60 is becoming difficult to start and is beginning to smell like gasoline. I've been researching online and the problem appears to be the fuel filter. There has been a recall in other states like arizona and florida but apparently volvo has not issued a recall for cars in california. It is an extremely dangerous situation to drive a car that is leaking fuel due to a manufactures defect regardless of what state you live in. I would like to request that the federal safety agency instruct volvo to include all states in the recall of the defective fuel filter. Please send me any information regarding this request. Thank you for your time. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jul 20, 2012 · Fuel system · 138,600 miles · VA

Gas is leaking from the top of the fuel tank on the passenger side. Strong fuel odor inside the car. Car is hard to start.

Filed Feb 27, 2012 · Fuel system · 124,000 miles · NV

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. The contact stated that there was an overpowering odor of fuel inside the vehicle. After inspecting the vehicle he noticed that the there was a fuel leak. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they advised him that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 124,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Feb 28, 2011 · Fuel system · 60,000 miles · MO

Tl- the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency recall number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) and took the vehicle to the dealer for repairs. The dealer replaced the fuel pump and the o ring. The dealer has made two attempts to duplicate the failure; however, the vehicle was continuing to leak fuel. The manufacturer advised the contact to take the vehicle back to the dealer who performed the repairs. The current mileages were 82,000 and the failure mileages were 60,000. Bw

Filed Nov 18, 2009 · Fuel system · 77,000 miles · DC

Strong fuel smell, especially when standing beside the car. Dealership is unsure what the problem is, but mechanic noticed gas leaking above the tank. There are many people with the same or similar problems (see online volvo forums), and a nationwide recall might be appropriate. I urge the agency, and put it on notice, that failure to act might result in an accident that could be fatal.

Filed Apr 24, 2009 · Fuel system · UT

I own a 2002 volvo s60 about 4-5 months ago I noticed my car smelt like gas. I thought this was odd since it was winter. I took it into my mechanic and he said it was leaking gas. He then advised me about the recall for 2002 s60s. I looked online about the recall and sure enough my make and model had a recall, so I called volvo, and they quickly dismissed my claim. They said that my VIN did not match the recall. I explained in the online statement that the recall were for cars in hot and dry areas such as az and nv. I live in utah, and I am certain this vehicle has a manufacture defect. I would like to see volvo take responsibility for their mistakes. How can I go about having my vehicle restored?