I own a 2004 Volvo XC70 that is experiencing the same fuel pump defect described in Recall R220 / the federal safety agency Campaign 09V483000 (fuel pump leak). My vehicle exhibits fuel system problems consistent with the recall description. However, my VIN is not included in the current recall population. When I contacted Volvo, I was told my case (ID #250827-000998) was escalated to corporate, but I was later informed that no goodwill assistance would be provided because my VIN is not covered. I specifically requested written confirmation of this determination. This defect poses a safety risk that aligns with the existing recall, and I believe additional vehicles outside the current VIN range may be affected. I am requesting that the federal safety agency review whether the recall should be expanded to include vehicles like mine.
Volvo XC70 fuel pump problems
34 of the 418 owner complaints about the Volvo XC70 describe fuel pump failure, most of them for the 2004 model year.
- owner complaints
- 34
- worst model year
- 2004
- typical mileage
- 120,000
By model year
- 20083
- 20061
- 20051
- 200421
- 20034
- 20023
- 20011
Often reported together
Fuel smell 10Fuel leak 7Check engine light 5Stalling 3Fuel gauge 3Loss of power 2Hesitation 1
What owners say
Faulty fuel pump causing leakage
Fuel pump seal leak/ flange broke. Smelled gas, saw a puddle under the car. Upon fuel pump inspection a failed repair combined with original broken seal flange. We live in a state where the recall was not listed so our next step is to contact volvo.
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.
I just bought a 2004 volvo xc70 station wagon and it seems to be leaking from the fuel pump which from my understanding is a recall. I bought this vehicle thinking because it was a volvo it was going to be a safe car for my children and I. If you can contact me and let me know if you can help me I would greatly appreciate it my number is [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Fuel pump needs to be replaced
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
Although the 'cracked fuel pump flange' recall service (volvo recall r220, the federal safety agency 09v‑483) was previously performed on my vehicle, the volvo xc70 has an additional 'fuel sending unit' on the driver's side of the car. This additional fuel component has a similarly formed flange which also develops a crack. Even though the units are similarly composed and both in the same environment, I have been told the auxiliary fuel sending unit is not covered under volvo recall 220. Exactly as described in the fuel pump recall, the crack in the driver's side fuel sending unit allows gasoline to constantly ooze through the crack and slowly pour onto the ground and puddle. If a fuel pump flange crack allowing gasoline to pour onto the ground was cause for a recall, why is the exact same problem in the auxiliary fuel sending unit not also a cause for recall?
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo xc70. While driving 30 MPH, there was an abnormal odor detected from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump was leaking and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000. *bf .. Consumer stated volvo had a recall on fuel pumps in southern states only.
Fuel leak at the top of the fuel pump. Fuel oder in can. Fuel leaking under the car
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- If the condition occurs vehicle owners may notice fuel smell and/or fuel leak which, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the fuel pump installed in the vehicle, and if necessary replace the fuel pump with a part of a modified design. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on january 15, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 09V483000 · Recall details
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The model years with the most reports are 2004 (21 complaints), 2003 (4 complaints) and 2002 (3 complaints).
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