2008 Volvo V50 Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2008 Volvo V50 problems

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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

Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connectionsReported July 23, 2008 · 1,020 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Volvo is recalling my 2008-2009 vehicles. A section of the power steering return line hose was not properly vulcanized (cured) and does not meet specifications. If the power steering return hose fails, a sudden rupture of the hose can occur.
Risk: This can result in a rapid drainage of the power steering fluid in the system and a complete loss of power assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering return line hose assembly free of charge. The recall began on august 13, 2008. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.

Recall number 08V329000 · Recall details

Structure: body: roof and pillarsReported April 28, 2008 · 7 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Volvo is recalling 7 my 2008 v50 passenger vehicles equipped with roof rails. Bolts have been found to be out of specification. This has caused less tread length on the bolts which in turn has lead to insufficient clamping force in the joint due to the washer getting stuck when tightening the bolts.
Risk: When carrying roof cargo, the rails may come loose during heavy braking and/or sudden stops increasing the possibility of a crash.
Remedy: Due to the limited number of vehicles involved, owners have been notified and will have the roof rail bolts replaced free of charge. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.

Recall number 08V197000 · Recall details

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Is the 2008 Volvo V50 reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2008 Volvo V50.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Volvo V50?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 2008 Volvo V50 have?

3 recalls, covering equipment, steering and structure.

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