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
2004 Volvo XC70 fuel system complaints
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The fuel pump began leaking fuel in hot weather. It leaks both if the car is being driven or if it's stationary. There is an existing recall that seems to cover this issue. It is referred to as "recall 220" in volvo's documentation. The original recall limits the affected vehicles to ones which were originally purchased in specific u.s. States. This is oddly arbitrary considering cars can be moved around and warm weather isn't exclusive to any specific location. I've attempted to contact the manufacturer and the federal safety agency but am immediately shut down due to my VIN not being listed in their database. Volvo issued documentation to their service locations on how to visually inspect a vehicle to determine if it's affected. I performed those steps and believe my vehicle fits the guidelines for the recall.
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.
Started smelling gasoline when driving, and noted dripping under gas tank when parked. I removed the fuel pump cover in the floorboard, and there is a leak in the top of the fuel pump, that drips constantly while the ignition is on. This has been reported before, but my VIN is not listed as one of the usual suspects.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo xc70. Whenever the contact fueled the vehicle, fuel began to leak out. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was approximately 154,000.
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).'
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo xc70. While driving at any speed, the vehicle leaked fuel and there was an odor of fuel in and out of the vehicle. The failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 99,287.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
About 2 weeks ago, I suspected fuel leak in my car. It is garaged. I did not take it seriously as it was on and off - at least in my detection. I took it to a mechanic anyway - and he performed inspections and "tightened retaining ring for left side sender" and asked me to "watch" for any further incidents. On tuesday this week I filled glass to the brim in hopes of knowing more about this leak issue and left in my garage overnight. On wednesday morning when I opened my garage door to leave to work, the fuel stench was intense. I moved my car out from my garage and noticed a small puddle of fuel on the driver side rear. Without understanding the risk I was getting into, I drove the car to work - luckily with no incidents. Called my mechanic and he rightfully suggested me to tow it to his shop - which I did. He called later and said that I have a hairline leak on the "sender line" and I need to replace the entire fuel pump unit - and said it would cost me $880 [l&p] - of course, with volvo parts. I just completed it this morning - and just have driven my car out from the shop [he replaced just the driver side fuel sender unit - at a cost ~$575]. Back home, I was researching and came across a recall notice from volvo for this same issue. Unfortunately I did not get any notice of this recall - but was told by the volvo rep [when I called them] that this issue has been addressed on my car earlier during a regular dealer inspection. She asked me to file my case again - and currently awaiting a response from volvo. I am disappointed - not much about the cost but the risk that I put myself and my family into - without knowing or being aware of this recall notice. Of all the car manufacturers, I would have expected volvo to let us know about this - as safety is [apparently] synonymous with their brand name.
Found out today that my car has a crack in the fuel pump after smelling gas the last few days. There was a recall for 2001-2005 xc70's (jan. 2010) where the fuel pump can develop cracks in the flange when exposed to hot temps and (thermal cycling) combined with varying fuel grades. Checked with the dealer and was told connecticut was not one of the states covered by this recall. Why not and have there been other complaints from states not covered in the original recall. A car fire can be a definite result of this fuel leak and should be covered in all states.
Fuel leaking from top of gas tank.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo xc70. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled numerous times. The check engine light illuminated while the failure occurred. The vehicle was taken to the mechanic to have a diagnostic performed. The failure was located at the fuel pump. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 178,000 and the current mileage was 182,000.
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
My 2004 volvo xc70 died twice night and once during the day while driving at high speed on two crowded highways around new york city. The engine totally shut off, the lights went out and luckily I was going fast enough to roll over to the shoulder. This is a car I keep regularly maintained at a volvo dealer service center as well. Someone made me aware of a volvo customer blog where several other people had the same problem.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 volvo xc70. The contact received a recall notice associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump). The contact scheduled an appointment for the vehicle to be repaired under the recall. The contact traveled 55 miles each way and upon arrival at the dealer, she was advised that the part was unavailable and the vehicle was not repaired. The contact experienced the identical problem on a separate occasion with the same dealer. The third attempt for the recall repair; the contact had taken the vehicle to a different dealer where the recall remedy was performed; however, after the repair fuel was leaking from the vehicle onto the ground. The manufacturer was notified and they informed that the dealer would correct the recall remedy repair. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was 70,000. The VIN was unavailable.
I have 70k miles on my 2004 volvo xc70 and noticed strong gasoline smell from the gas tank area. The car often would not start, especially if parked on the incline. Upon inspection, an independent mechanic found a gasoline leak around the gas pump area and suggested to fix it as a safety hazard. The gas pump pipe has a crack in it.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 volvo xc70. The contact experienced difficulty starting the engine. She made several attempts before the engine started and then heard a loud noise followed by excessive vibration. Immediately, the check engine warning indicator illuminated intermittently on the instrument panel. The driver smelled a strong odor of fuel when the vehicle was in operation. In addition, there was a small amount of fuel spilling onto the ground from the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing and they stated that the fuel pump failed. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 95,000. Updated 2/20/09 *cn the mechanic stated the main fuel pump had a crack at the housing. Updated 02/23/09.
Multiple check engine lights but no clear issue discovered. Now the car vibrates when I start driving it and at times I can floor the gas pedal and not go over 20 MPH. I am told it is the fuel pump that needs replacing though it did not show up as an issue from the check engine light diagnosis. Also, spark plugs were changed in sept 0'7 yet were changed again at the 60k check up two weeks ago.
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