Tl* the contact owns a 2001 volvo v70. The contact noticed a fuel odor around and inside the vehicle. The contact also noticed fuel leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 69,000.
2001 Volvo V70 fuel system problems
31 complaints (14% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 92,500. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 31
- of this car's complaints
- 14%
- typical mileage
- 92,500
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Delivery: fuel pump9
- Fuel injection system2
- Storage: tank assembly1
- Delivery1
At what mileage
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Volvo V70 fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2001 Volvo V70 fuel system
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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
What 2001 Volvo V70 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 volvo v70. While operating the vehicle, the odor of fuel was present inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the top of the fuel tank was leaking and the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer (maple hill volvo in kalamazoo, mi) were notified of the failure. The contact was informed by the dealer that the vehicle was previously inspected per the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline), but the failure still occurred. The failure mileage was 160,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 volvo v70. While the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for routine inspection, it was discovered that the fuel pump was fractured and leaking due to defective material. The fuel pump was replaced. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 106,000.
First time, was in a drive through & just took off, hopped the curb, and hit talk box. Next 2 times were stopped quickly by me putting in neutral. Last time was just leaving parking space, and car jumped curb and I stopped 4 ft. From brick wall. Have had it tested 2-3 times by mechanics w/o success.
I started the car, placed the car in drive gear and idled through the parking lot traffic to the intersection but the car would not accelerate through the intersection though the condition restored after I pulled over and turned off the ignition and restarted it. Then the accelerator functioned normally.had a semi truck been coming along, I would not be here to write you this letter.
I began to notice a fuel smell and drip marks under the vehicle after parking the vehicle in the garage in the evening. Upon investigation, I noted fuel drips on the underbody of the vehicle in an area slightly in front of the fuel tank and a developing fuel puddle immediately under the vehicle. Following an inspection at the volvo dealer, it was determined that the electric fuel pump was leaking fuel. It was explained to me that the fuel pump housing was cracked and leaking fuel at an unsafe condition. I was advised to replace the pump immediately due to the high level of fuel leakage. I was also advised that the fuel tank sending pump was also defective and required immediate replacement.
I began to notice a fuel smell and drip marks under the vehicle after parking the vehicle after driving into the garage in the evening. Upon investigation, I noted fuel drips on the underbody of the vehicle in the area slightly in the front of the fuel tank. I also noticed the development of a fuel puddle immediately under the vehicle in that location. I immediately contacted the volvo dealer for servicing. Once at the dealer, it was determined that the electric fuel pump was leaking fuel. It was explained to me that the fuel pump housing was cracked and leaking fuel at an unsafe condition. I was advised to replace the pump immediately due to the high level of fuel leakage. I was also advised that the fuel tank sending pump was also defective and required immediate replacement. The volvo dealer, jenkins imports, replaced the defective units on 22 october 2013. I have retained the defective parts.
The gas tank pump and seals have begun leaking gas due to cracks in the plastic and seals. Gas leaks down the side of the gas tank onto the ground and there are gas fumes in the car.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 volvo v70. While driving approximately 20 MPH when he began to smell and overpowering fuel odor inside of the vehicle. He was unable to determine the source of the odor. Months later, the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the failure. The dealer determined that there was a leak in the fuel pump and stated that the fuel pump and control unit would need replacing. The dealer and the manufacturer advised him that his vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated he will call the manufacturer and file a complaint. The failure mileage was 155,000 and the current mileage was 162,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 volvo v70. While driving approximately 55 MPH the check engine light illuminated on the dashboard. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the check engine light was reset and the o ring seal was tightened in the fuel system. The contact experienced the failure again. The check engine light illuminated on the dashboard and there was a strong fuel smell coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken back to the same repair shop. The technician stated that there was a leak around the fuel system. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that there was a recall (the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09v483000, fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) but the VIN was not included. The approximate failure mileage was 136,000. Updated 02/14/11 *bf updated 02/22/11
Questions about the 2001 Volvo V70 fuel system
Does the 2001 Volvo V70 have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 31 complaints about the fuel system of the 2001 Volvo V70, 14% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2001 Volvo V70 fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 92,500 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Volvo V70 fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 09V483000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Volvo V70 have the most fuel system problems?
The Volvo V70 model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2001 (31 complaints), 1999 (22 complaints) and 2004 (21 complaints).
Other 2001 Volvo V70 problems
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