2004 Volvo V70 engine problems

Filed Oct 21, 2026 · Engine, Fuel system · CT

This vehicle, a 2004 V70 wagon, is exhibiting the exact safety defect described in Campaign 09V483000 / R220 (fuel odor, leaking flange, residual pressure loss). But because my VIN is not specifically on the list (it has been registered in CT, not in a "warm climate"), Volvo is refusing to fix. It is clear that this vehicle has the issue described in the recall (the top of the tank has been visualized). The issue started in January 2026 and has steadily worsened. With the amount of gasoline leaking, this is not only a safety issue but also an EMISSIONS issue.

Filed Jul 30, 2015 · Engine · 177,014 miles · OR

Driving on freeway at 60 MPH, vehicle motor quit- dash lights came on-was able to move to shoulder-where vehicle restarted in neutral then died again- since vehicle has died very often after driving with absoulutly no warning-very very dangerous- was told drive by wire problem- eltronic throttle control, electronic fuel regulator, pedal and or throttle sensors-any number of electric sensor problem--all of this is "drive by wire" unsafe design

Filed May 16, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 134,300 miles · SC

I was driving at about 35 MPH. When I slowed down to make a 90 degree right turn, without warning the engine and power steering went off as I was turning. I had to manually steer the car and luckily did not crash because there was no car in the opposite lane. I pulled over to the side of the road, restarted the car, and received no error message. I took the car to the local volvo dealer where they could find nothing wrong and deny this is a recall issue.

Filed Oct 24, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 37,000 miles · IN

Driving home from detroit to indianapolis on highway... Check engine light came on, then went out a little further down the road... Later came on again... Engine was running fine... Then sudden power loss....engine completely stopped... Coasted to side of highway with no power steering or power brakes... Restarted engine... Engine ran well enough to get me to next exit before losing power again... This time it wouldn't run well enough to drive it after restarting.... After expensive trip to dealer for repair, found out issue was a fuel pressure sensor that failed... This is kind of like having your car lose power and stop running because your coolant temperature gauge failed... Engine control module should not shut car off in response to this fuel pressure sensor fail... This gauge is used to optimize fuel consumption... It's not a pressure regulator... Unexpected and complete power loss on a highway can be very dangerous... Engine control module should not be programmed in this way...

Filed Aug 26, 2013 · Engine · 114,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo v70. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pressure sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 07v226000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 114,000 and the current mileage was 117,000.

Filed Mar 19, 2013 · Engine, Fuel system · 171,000 miles · CA

I purchased a used vehicle the old owner said there was a recall. The check engine light goes on and off. I contacted the volvo dealer he ran VIN but no recall for this car. I took it to a mechanic and he ran a diagnostic which read fuel sensor. The recall I saw for this year car is similar to the one issued. Could my car have been missed? The federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v226000 recall date: 2007-06-05 summary: on certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pressure sensor located on the left end of the fuel rail may, at times, transmit incorrect signal regarding the fuel pressure to the engine control module. If the signal is outside of the pre-programmed allowable limits, a diagnostic trouble code may be set and the check engine light will come on. The soldered joints on the circuit board of the fuel pressure sensor may crack due to temperature changes and excessive vibrations. Consequences: misfire may occur during driving that, in turn, will reduce the engine torque and in the worst case scenario, the engine may stall without warning. In certain traffic situations this could cause an unsafe situation and possibly a crash. Remedy: dealers will replace the fuel pressure sensor free of charge. The recall began on june 29, 2007. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552. Component affected: engine and engine cooling notes: volvo cars of n.a., llc

Filed Oct 9, 2012 · Engine, Fuel system · 100,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo v70. While parked, the contact noticed that the check engine warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The technician recommended updating the software. The software was updated however afterward, the check engine warning light illuminated intermittently. Additionally, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the control electronics module would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but to no avail. The contact informed the dealer that there was a recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v226000 (engine and engine cooling) that could have been related to the failure. The dealer advised that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The technician then replaced the fuel pressure sensor. The failure was remedied. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000. ..updated 11/29/12 *bf the consumer stated during the latter part of 2011, the "check engine' light came on and would go off intermittently. June 30, 2012 the vehicle would not start. A mechanic determined there was an internal fault in the cem module. It was replaced but, did not repair the vehicle. The vehicle shut of while making a turn on august 21, 2012. There were no codes displayed. The consumer requested the fuel sensor to be checked. It was found to be the reason for the failure and replaced at a cost of $375. The consumer request that recall 181 be required to expand its coverage. Updated 12/4/2012

Filed Aug 22, 2012 · Engine · 50,000 miles · CA

Engine stopped on freeway, in heavy traffic. Wife and children in the car. Exact description as in the federal safety agency campaign I.d. 07v226000. Dealer (carlsen volvo, palo alto, ca), claimed the car had no indication of recalls on their computer, but volvo recall campaign r181 clearly states my vehicle and specific engine # 61 (6th and 7th digits in VIN) were subject of recall for the specific symptoms involved. I called volvo u.s. And they gave me the same rote response, "your vehicle's VIN number doesn't show up as being included in r181". This is patently false. According to the recall, carlsen volvo should have replaced the fuel pressure sensor free. Instead, over the course of 2years and multiple visits to the dealer, they never properly diagnosed nor repaired the problem. When your engine stalls in heavy traffic at freeway speeds, you and your passengers are at severe risk! I want my free repair from volvo! I know I'm not the only v70 owner who has been lied to in this specific way by volvo and their dealers.

Filed Aug 21, 2012 · Engine · 75,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo v70. The contact stated that the check engine and oil pressure warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel as the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic where the contact was advised that the fuel pressure sensor needed to be replaced. The contact was told there was a recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v266000 (engine and engine cooling) but the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The failure and the current mileages were 75,000.

Filed Apr 10, 2012 · Engine · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo v70. The contact stated that the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the fuel pressure sensor was failing and caused the vehicle to stall. The contact spoke with the manufacturer in regards to the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v226000 (engine and engine cooling), but was informed that the vehicle was not included. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 97,000.