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2007 Volvo V50 problems

The most common problem on the 2007 Volvo V50 is tires. Its complaint count is close to a typical V50 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
6
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
199
Worst area
Tires

The worst 2007 Volvo V50 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Tires
    3
  • Electrical
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Steering
    1

Problems by type

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  • Tires
    3
  • Electrical
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Steering
    1

Recalls 2

Equipment: electrical: navigational system(global positioning system)Reported November 8, 2010 · 416 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (GPS) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
Risk
An overheated battery could lead to a fire.
Remedy
Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable GPS device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit is affected. The unit's battery will be replaced with a new battery and a spacer will be inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 18, 2010. Owners may contact garmin at 866‑957‑1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.

Recall number 10V566000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinderReported March 5, 2008 · 1,114 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Volvo is recalling 1,114 my 2007 c30, c70, s40, and v50 passenger vehicles. A soft anodized layer in the master cylinder may trigger early wear on a rubber seal that can result in internal leakage of brake fluid. If affected, the driver may experience reduced brake performance when applying and maintaining force of the brake pedal.
Risk
The capacity to brake will gradually deteriorate forcing the driver to use a higher than expected force on the brake pedal when compared to an intact brake system. The deterioration can eventually result in complete loss of the brake system functionality increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the master cylinder. The brake master cylinder and brake fluid reservoir will be replaced and certain brake lines cleaned free of charge. The recall began on march 11, 2008. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.

Recall number 08V101000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2007 Volvo V50 199

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 2007 Volvo V50 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 31, 2017 · Engine · 110,000 miles · PR · fire

Car was parked for about 1 hour, inside the garage, when it caught fire. No explanations.

Filed Jun 18, 2013 · Electrical, Steering · 62,000 miles · AZ

Issue: car would not start and "steering locked, please try again" error message was displayed. The wheel is not locked, I can turn it, but the engine will not start and it keeps on giving me the same message. I had to have my car towed to the dealer who explained this is a part failure and is charging me $434.00 to repair it. I see this being a potential safety issue since the steering may lock on me at some point when the car is running. This should be a recall issue and volvo held accountable for repairing these vehicles at their cost.

Filed Mar 19, 2009 · CA

Took car seats to pacific safety council to check proper installation of two car seats. Technician found granddaughters seat (base) stuck in rear facing position. Would not return to forward facing position. Technician had seen issue before so we removed base, returned bar to proper position and attached car seat. This was done with my assistance. Did not want child returning home in improperly installed car seat. Called britax with problem and issue was not resolved. My concern is the safely of seat. Is it going to pop back into rear facing position during an accident or prior? Was there a change made in newer models (after 05)? If not recalled, were they aware of issue?

Filed Jan 21, 2008 · Tires · 10,300 miles · CT

Slow leak, left rear passenger tire.

Filed Jan 21, 2008 · Tires · 7,500 miles · CT

Sudden flat (not blowout); left rear. Tire unrecoverable.

Filed Jan 21, 2008 · Tires · 6,522 miles · CT

Side wall bubble leading to low speed (<10 MPH) blowout.

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Questions about the 2007 Volvo V50

Is the 2007 Volvo V50 reliable?

Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2007 Volvo V50, close to a typical V50 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Volvo V50?

Tires, with 3 complaints. Next is electrical (1).

How many recalls does the 2007 Volvo V50 have?

2 recalls, covering equipment and service brakes, hydraulic.

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