Volvo XC70 fuel leak problems

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 Aug 27, 2020 · Fuel system · 240,000 miles · OK

Park the car and smell gas did some more research and how to set the fuel pump is leaking gas out of the car on the street and sad doesn't have gas pressure and it leaks gas under the back seat

Filed Aug 8, 2018 · Fuel system · 21,000 miles · IL

Fuel leak at the top of the fuel pump. Fuel oder in can. Fuel leaking under the car

Filed Jul 3, 2018 · Fuel system · 154,700 miles · MN

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.

Filed Apr 10, 2017 · Fuel system · 99,287 miles · UT

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.

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 Sep 18, 2015 · Fuel system · 140,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo xc70. While driving at various speeds, there was a strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. In addition, there was fuel leaking from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

Filed Jul 31, 2015 · Fuel system · 13,000 miles · TX

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.

Filed Mar 30, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 128,560 miles · CT

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.

Filed Mar 13, 2014 · Fuel system · 143,000 miles · PA

Fuel leaking from top of gas tank.