2004 Volvo XC70: gas smell in the cabin

Filed Jun 8, 2025 · Driver assistance, Fuel system · TN

My car kept getting a light for its coolant levels despite me filling it with proper coolant-I noticed a leak of coolant on the ground & upon getting it inspected from an independent service center, they told me the issue was my radiator so we got the part to fix it and a week later fixed the radiator and I didn’t get the light for coolant again. Although the independent service center told me that i actually had a fuel leakage due to my pump and described the issues I’ve been having with my car for a few months as signs to what problems this is causing, this meaning a funky fuel smell, my car struggling to fully turn on-needing multiple tries to actually fully turn on etc. this puts my safety at risk because fuel leakage is extremely dangerous for multiple reasons. Not inspected by manufacturer police or insurance reps. Other than the coolant light issue and the noticed continued leak after the coolant leakage was fixed. After looking into this issue online I found a recall notice from VOLVO and called them and they claimed my car wasn’t on this recall notice but my year and model is indeed listed and since im having the same problem as the recall listed its concerning me.

Filed Dec 2, 2020 · Fuel system · 200,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo xc70. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor inside and outside of the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the vehicle had a defective fuel pump and fuel pump seal. The mechanic linked the failure to the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact then took the vehicle to jim fisher volvo (2108 w burnside st, portland, or 97210) where he was informed that the vehicle was not under recall. The contact was informed that he had to pay out of pocket for the repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered a discount towards the repairs. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

Filed Jul 6, 2018 · Fuel system · 163,459 miles · ME

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo xc70. While driving various speeds, a fuel odor was detected inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to goodwin's volvo (91 main st, topsham, me 04086) where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 163,459. *tt consumer stated smelled gas from, from the beginning, nobody could smell it but my daughter and I finally checked by used car dealer, they said it was a loose clamp, which they tightened, I could smell it so they recommended a second opinion took it to goodwins volvo. Topsham copy of findinds enclosed when I took it back to reno meadows auto, they said it was the vent tube, they replaced the copy enclosed, seems to be okay now. Updated 10/15/18

Filed Jun 14, 2018 · Fuel system · 150,000 miles · MS

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo xc70. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and a strong fuel odor was present. The contact stated that the failure occurred for approximately six months. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline) because it was registered in the participating states per the recall information. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Jul 31, 2017 · Fuel system · VA

I have a copy of recall 220agency #09v483 for a 2004 volvo xc70. The reason being fuel smell and/or fuel seep page. We have been smelling fuel for several months and on 7/29/17 I noticed a couple of drops of fuel hit the pavement while looking at the car. I have called volvo twice concerning this matter and I have also called the federal safety agency (reference number 1122416) and have been advised that my VIN number does not match the recall, even though it's the same year make and model and is exhibiting the very same symptoms included in the recall. I'm extremely concerned about the safety of my vehicle I.e. Fuel ignition and I don't understand why I am responsible to pay for the necessary repair when my vehicle is clearly included in the recall. I would really appreciate your help in rectifying this safety issue. Thank you, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'

Filed Jan 30, 2017 · Fuel system · 176,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo xc70. While driving various speeds, the contact noticed a strong fuel odor present in the vehicle. A warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 176,000.

Filed Dec 6, 2016 · Fuel system · MI

The problem is this happened to my volvo too see recall below..it is not right that only certain VIN had the recall when my fuel pump is cracked too! This seems to be a defect on all 2004 xc70s and not just vehicles in the south. When I found out about the problem, I googled it and 100s of complaints are on blog sites. The government needs to demand volvo recall all 2004s with this problem. In michigan we have extreme temps in weather too! Gas fumes were leaking in my backseat where the kids sit. Someone could have died! I want a recall on all volvo's having this problem. Volvo needs to take care of all the cars not just some of them. Doing the ones only in the south is a joke! Even my mechanic couldn't believe it. The federal safety agency is suppose to protect all consumers! Here is the recall that my vehicle was not part of but its the same issue and problem: 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.

Filed Nov 29, 2016 · Fuel system · 56,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo xc70. The contact stated that a fuel odor emitted inside and outside the vehicle. The odor was noticed after the vehicle was refueled; however, there was no visible fuel leak. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was 56,000.

Filed Nov 25, 2016 · Fuel system · 153,294 miles · CO

I smelled gasoline fumes in car when the car was in motion, on a city street, and immediately took car to my volvo mechanic. They told me it was a cracked fuel pump. Cost me $723.55 out of pocket to repair. Bought the car on 02/14/2015 and this repair was on 09/24/2015; just over seven months of ownership! I researched, and saw there was a recall on this issue, and called volvo about it. Volvo said they would not honor recall notice on my car because I was not located in one of the states specified in the recall notice. Totally unfair!! Obviously, this problem occurred in my volvo in the state of colorado, which has temperature fluctuations from below 0deg f to over 95deg f throughout the seasons. I am very unhappy and feel I am not the only volvo owner who has run across this geographical disparity contained in volvo's recall notice. I want a reimbursement, and, although my mechanic is not a volvo dealer, he has been in business for over 25 years, and specifically works on volvo vehicles only. I purchased the vehicle from pedersen volvo in fort collins, co, on february 14, 2015, and the service manager chris said he also would contact volvo for assistance. They were unable to help me as volvo maintained the stipulation of vehicle geographical area. My repair mechanic is carl duke volvo repair, fort collins, colorado.

Filed Sep 20, 2016 · Fuel system · 114,000 miles · NV

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo xc70. The contact noticed an abnormally strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. In addition, when he attempted to start the vehicle, it hesitated. The ignition would turn over, but the vehicle would not start. The contact had to turn off the vehicle and depress the accelerator pedal a few times before the vehicle would start. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure issued an extended warranty, but the vehicle was not included. The failure mileage was 114,000.

Filed Feb 2, 2016 · Fuel system · 200,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo xc70. The contact stated that while parked, there was a strong fuel odor emitting from the rear of the vehicle. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Mar 15, 2012 · Fuel system · 151,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo xc70. While parked, the contact noticed a fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) but as advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was included in an extended warranty but the vehicle had already exceeded the mileage requirements. The failure mileage was 151,000. Updated 04/19/12*lj the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired by the dealer at a reasonable price. Volvo paid for the parts. Updated 04/27/12