Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. The contact smelled a fuel odor inside and outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump was fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.
2002 Volvo S60: gas smell in the cabin
36 of the 186 complaints about the 2002 Volvo S60 describe gas smell in the cabin.
- owner complaints
- 36
- of this car's complaints
- 19%
- typical mileage
- 108,000
- 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
Takata recall [xxx]. For my ssn number, driver license number call me for that information I don't like to put it on website so that other people can get it but here's my VIN [xxx] email is [xxx] the whole dashboard my lights won't come on the key wont come out I have to wait 5 or 10 min to wait for it to come out it smell like gas sometimes the keyless wont work I change the thang in the back five times in one month the gear sometime don't work. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Fuel leak fire hazard won't pass inspection. Gas smell. Car leaking while parked.
Fuel odor noted on passenger side of car, toward the back of vehicle near tank, car has 137,000 miles on it, purchased new, live in kansas and garage kept. No leaks noted under car, vehicle is still starting.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. While driving various speeds, there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The contact observed that the fuel pump module was leaking. The contact also observed that the instrument panel did not display the vehicle mileage. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. The contact stated that a strong odor of fuel fumes emitted in and around the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump was leaking. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 107,000. Updated 09/18/15
We brought the car in several times to complain that not only did the inside of the car always smell like fuel, but the driver and all her clothes smelled like fuel. We were told they could not find any problems with the car. I find it ironic that years after the fact, volvo contacts us to tell us there is a fuel problem. We no longer own the car, nor would we ever buy another volvo again, due to the lack of concern and help we received when owning this vehicle. We tried speaking to various employees and service personal, but we got no where. Sincerely, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. While driving at 45 MPH, a fuel odor emitted into the vehicle. In addition, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the fuel pump was leaking. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 106,539. The VIN was unavailable.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, there was a fuel odor emitting from outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000 the consumer smelled fuel on the outside of the vehicle, which would cease once the vehicle was stopped and placed in park. It occurred when the accelerator was pressed, which in turn put pressure on the fuel line and fuel pump. The dealer was unable to find a problem. The consumer recently found the fuel smell worsening and a loss of fuel. A mechanic checked out the problem and found the fuel pump flange was cracked. After, the diagnosis, the consumer contacted the dealer, and was informed, her vehicle was not covered by the recall, and it had expired in 2011. Updated 08/12/14
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, she smelled fuel inside of the vehicle. The fuel odor was present on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 163,000.
Smell of gas leaking but no leak on ground...has recall for samething.
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!
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 2002 Volvo S60 fuel smell
Is gas smell in the cabin a common problem on the 2002 Volvo S60?
36 of 186 owner complaints about the 2002 Volvo S60 (19%) 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 2002 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 2002 Volvo S60
Fuel pump 34Fuel leak 17Stalling 12Check engine light 11Won't shift 9Tire blowout 9Airbag light 7Door locks 6Fuel gauge 5
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