Volvo V70 fuel pump problems

Filed Nov 18, 2019 · Fuel system · 69,000 miles · IL

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.

Filed Nov 12, 2018 · Fuel system, Steering · 234,767 miles · FL

My control arm on the front right is coming loose and is giving less control in turning, also my car is having issues with the fuel pump. All of these problems are demonstrated while under motion on any terrain and the fuel problem is observed more during acceleration.

Filed Apr 17, 2018 · Fuel system · 160,000 miles · IN

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.

Filed Mar 13, 2017 · Fuel system · 225,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo v70. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a strong fuel odor. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump had failed, was leaking, and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 225,000.

Filed Sep 8, 2016 · Airbags, Driver assistance · 133,000 miles · NC · crash · 1 injury

When we first purchased the car we drove it for about a week before it started surging forward and stalling a lot. My fianc and I would have to pull over, park the car, have to turn the key three times before starting. Would have to repeat process every 5 minutes. So we took it to paramount volvo of hickory, ended up taking it there for service. Dropped it off with a max full tank of gas as well, along with personal items we left in the car. It takes then about 4 or 5 days before calling us back with diagnostics, so we end up paying almost 1,600$ to get the timing chain replaced, new hoses put on, fuel pump replacement, and the fuel injectors. We pick it up, and our gas is almost on empty....and a few items were missing out of our vehicle as well. I know they have to test drive it after servicing the vehicle, it seemed like they took it on a joy ride all over hickory. But we decided not to mention that, and took it as a compliment of them "liking" the car. At least we had it fixed we thought, then drove 45 minutes up the mountain home. Drove for about a day or two until "check engine" light came back on, so we called volvo back. That time we ended up getting the fuel pump replaced on a "recalled part". Again it drive fine after picking it back up 2nd time then started acting up again, brought it back and they fixed the timing on it. Picked it up, week or two later we set up a new appointment because the car is surging, rpms won't go over 2000, kicks out and in gear, RPM gauge fluctuates when stopped. My 4 year old daughter and I were driving down the highway yesterday and it started surging, the steering seemed alot looser, then it started shaking around a curve pretty bad, got scared and braked, steering wouldn't turn , kept going straight, ran into the grass ,thank god. We could have died. Also attaching a photo of the rest of my complaint since it wouldn't fit.

Filed Jun 9, 2015 · Fuel system · 106,000 miles · MA

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.

Filed Oct 27, 2014 · Fuel system · 130,000 miles · MO

After filling fuel tank the check engine light came on and there is a very strong gasoline smell outside the car and when stopped inside car. The engine code is for a gross evap leak.I can see fuel under gas tank coming from the top of the tank. I removed fuel pump accsess door and can see fuel bubbling out of the top of the fuel pump and overflowing the area. There is a visable crack on the top of the pump.

Filed Aug 14, 2014 · Fuel system · 164,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo v70. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted in an around the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the fuel pump fractured and needed to be replaced. Also, the technician notified the contact of recall the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but refused to provide any assistance since the VIN was not included in the recall. The dealer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle not repaired. The failure mileage was 164,000.

Filed Apr 16, 2014 · Fuel system · 170,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo v70. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. Also, the dealer made him aware that the vehicle was no longer eligible for repairs under recall the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 170,000 and the current mileage was 185,000.

Filed Feb 27, 2014 · Fuel system · 206,450 miles · WI

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.