Eight problems related to tank assembly have been reported for the 1998 Volvo V70. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The fuel tank on my 1998 Volvo V70 has failed. The check engine light came on in my car about 6 months ago. After replacing almost my entire fuel evap system, Volvo determined my fuel tank had a leak. I requested that Volvo replace my fuel tank at their expense, because I feel that a fuel tank should be expected to last more than 8 years. Volvo has refused to recall the tank and has absolved themselves of any responsibility for the failure.
A few weeks ago, I have noticed a strong gas fuel smell from my 98 Volvo V70 cross country awd from the gas tank area. The smell comes from the area in front of the rr wheel, on top of the plastic panel which covers the fuel tank. The leak is noticeable when the tank is full. The only way for me to keep the smell from popping out is to not fill up the tank more than 8 or 10 gallons. The car is no longer safe to be parked in the garage as the fuel smell it releases is so strong that I can fill the house with it through my vents. I want the NHTSA to look at this problem as this seems to be a common failure on the V70 awd. Many Volvo internet boards have mentioned possible failure with the gas tank/expansion valve/fuel pump area. Can you please take a look, thanks. Let me know if you have questions.
Failure resulted in gas leaking and a gas smell when gas tank was near full. Dt.
Fuel tank is leaking fuel. Tank is cracked, so there is always puddles of fuel in the consumer's garage. Contacted dealer. Consumer states that it appears to be an emission problem, environmental problem and a major safety problem.
I was driving about 40 mph, when I ran over a piece of metal that was about the size of a ruler. I heard a loud bang, and then I got home, found that gas was pouring out of the gas tank. It had been punctured. Obviously, we all could have been killed if there was a spark. I would not have expected a gas tank to so easily punctured. ***dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis****744064.
There was a "large fuel leak in fuel system". The tee junctions and clamps were replaced.
After filling up the tank, fuel was found to be dripping under the car. It appears to be coming from the expansion tank or its hoses. The dealer needs to drop the rear suspension to get a better look, and then order parts. I've have read about this problem involving other V70s.
Leaky fuel tank.