Fuel Pump Problems of Volvo V70

The contact owns a 2002 Volvo V70. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a strong fuel odor. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump had failed, was leaking, and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 225,000.

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The contact owns a 2002 Volvo V70. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted in an around the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the fuel pump fractured and needed to be replaced. Also, the technician notified the contact of recall NHTSA campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but refused to provide any assistance since the VIN was not included in the recall. The dealer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle not repaired. The failure mileage was 164,000.

The contact owns a 2002 Volvo V70. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. Also, the dealer made him aware that the vehicle was no longer eligible for repairs under recall NHTSA campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 170,000 and the current mileage was 185,000.

I began to notice a fuel smell and drip marks under the vehicle after parking the vehicle in the garage in the evening. Upon investigation, I noted fuel drips on the underbody of the vehicle in an area slightly in front of the fuel tank and a developing fuel puddle immediately under the vehicle. Following an inspection at the Volvo dealer, it was determined that the electric fuel pump was leaking fuel. It was explained to me that the fuel pump housing was cracked and leaking fuel at an unsafe condition. I was advised to replace the pump immediately due to the high level of fuel leakage. I was also advised that the fuel tank sending pump was also defective and required immediate replacement.

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The contact owns a 2001 Volvo V70. While driving approximately 20 mph when he began to smell and overpowering fuel odor inside of the vehicle. He was unable to determine the source of the odor. Months later, the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the failure. The dealer determined that there was a leak in the fuel pump and stated that the fuel pump and control unit would need replacing. The dealer and the manufacturer advised him that his vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated he will call the manufacturer and file a complaint. The failure mileage was 155,000 and the current mileage was 162,000.

The contact owns a 2001 Volvo V70. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a fuel odor in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who replaced the fuel pump unit and o rings. The contact referenced recall 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump but was informed by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 164,668.

The contact owns a 2001 Volvo V70. While driving approximately 55 mph the check engine light illuminated on the dashboard. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the check engine light was reset and the o ring seal was tightened in the fuel system. The contact experienced the failure again. The check engine light illuminated on the dashboard and there was a strong fuel smell coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken back to the same repair shop. The technician stated that there was a leak around the fuel system. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that there was a recall (NHTSA campaign id number: 09v483000, fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) but the VIN was not included. The approximate failure mileage was 136,000. Updated 02/14/11 updated 02/22/11.

1. Strong fuel odor around vehicle, especially at night in garage. 2. Leaking fuel pump on top of fuel tank. 3. Fuel pump replaced by Volvo dealer.

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Noticed a strong fuel smell from my 2003 Volvo V70. My mechanic found the issue being a leaking fuel pump. Volvo has issued recall notices on 2001 to 2002 Volvo V70, but did not include 2003 models. The issues appear to be exactly the same even though Volvo does not recognize this issue with the 2003 model.

My 2003 Volvo V70 with ~127,000 miles started leaking fuel from the fuel pump housing. The plastic housing failed on its own. Strong gasoline fumes entered the car even though the access panel and seal were intact. The vehicle was never involved in an accident and never had any service repair work on or near the fuel tank. I've had several cars over this mileage with never a fuel pump assembly failure of any type. This is definitely a premature failure that is either a design, quality or assembly problem.

The fuel pump in my 2004 Volvo xc70 failed, causing gas to leak from the vehicle. I understand from a nyt article that there are several complaints into NHTSA regarding a similar condition in the 2004 xc90. The leaking pump was repaired by a Volvo dealer at considerable ($1300) cost.

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Strong smell of fuel/gasoline, checked for fuel leak. Factory Volvo fuel pump assembly housing cracked and leaking. Replaced fuel pump assembly.

Car would not start. My mechanic determined that the fuel pump had failed. I had to replace the fuel pump at my own expense - a lengthy repair that cost more than $1000. Although Volvo recall 181 does not apply to my vehicle, I wonder whether the fuel pump issue in Volvo recall 181 should apply to more vehicles such as my own. This may be worth more investigation.

Fuel smell at the rear of the car. Volvo dealership just called and said that the problem is a bad fuel pump. Cost is $876. 77+tax to replace it. This seams to be a common complaint for the 2001 V70 cars. A recall was issued just for nv and az however, this should be extended to all owners of these vehicles. It is a safety issue especially those of us that have small children. That is why we purchase Volvos is for the proven record of the safety of the car. Please consider issueing a safety recall to replace the fuel pump.

I noticed a strong fuel smell and drops of gas on the floor, I took the car to my mechanic he said it was a fuel leak in the fuel pump. The fuel pump assembly and sending unit had to be replaced with new ones.

2001 Volvo V70 t5 (1) recognized strong smell of gasoline in garage over period of 2-3 days. I inspected the vehicle after a short drive (5-6 miles) and discovered gasoline leaking from the gas tank area, staining the bottom of the tank and dripping onto the ground. (2) vehicle represented a safety and health hazard due to the leaking fuel. (3) vehicle was immediately towed to a local Volvo dealer service center and diagnosed with a "crack in top of fuel pump. " the dealership "replaced faulty fuel pump (58r) observing no further leaks at this time" at owner's expense. Note: further investigation by the owner revealed Volvo recall no. R176 (NHTSA recall # 07v152000) discovered faulty fuel pumps of the same type and manufacture on 2001-02 Volvo s60 sedans sold or registered in arizona and nevada. This is obviously a defective fuel pump, poses a threat to personal and public safety and I believe Volvo should accept responsibility for replacing these fuel pumps free of charge to vehicle owners and/or reimbursing replacement expenses.

I own a 2001 Volvo V70. The fuel pump has started to leak causing a fuel smell and difficulty in starting. Volvo will apparently not acknowledge this problem.

Strong fuel odor at the rear of the vehicle. Three dealer visits, a new fuel pump and $800 later it is fixed. I have read numerous complaints on this issue. It concerns me greatly, as I bought the car with safety in mind, yet this matter has never been addressed across the board by Volvo.

Car began to leak fuel from top of fuel tank near exhaust. Investigation determined the fuel pump assembly developed a crack near fuel line connection, causing fuel leakage when system pressurized during operation. Dealer replaced entire fuel pump assembly.

(1) strong gasoline odor coming from the car. Took vehicle to Volvo dealer who claimed they could not discern any odor nor find any gas leak (they did charge a $95 diagnostics charge for the gas odor, and did manage to "find" multiple other service "requirements" during this visit). Picked up car and returned home with gasoline smell still apparent. (2) the following day the smell was so bad that the vehicle was barely drivable, and I was concerned about the safety hazard created by obviously uncontained fuel . Took the vehicle to local service station who confirmed the strong odor and investigated. (3) problem was isolated to a broken gas line internal to the fuel pump by the gas tank. Fuel pump was replaced and the problem was resolved.

2002 Volvo V70xc started leaking fuel after normal driving. Took the vehicle to a dealership and they discovered a cracked fuel pump housing at only 108,000 miles. The pump did not have a mechanical failure. The part was replaced with an "improved" part due to faulty/inferior design/manufacture. The part is currently on national back order due to a high demand as other consumers are experiencing similar failures.

: the contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle cranked but would not start. Upon inspection, the fuse to the fuel pump was observed to be blown. The fuse was changed, and the vehicle was started. Later, while driving at 35 mph, the vehicle began to shudder and lose power. When the vehicle was pulled over, an odor of something burning appeared. Upon further inspection, the bottom of the fuel tank was smoldering, and then caught on fire. A police report was filed, and the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic shop. The mechanic shop determined the fuel pump short-circuited.

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A strong gas smell from the bottom of the car indicating gas leak from either a faulty fuel pump of cracked gas tank.

The vehicle was delivered new with a fuel problem--a leak somewhere in the fuel pump assembly. Since then, it has 3 times developed gas leaks, one time serious enough that gas was pouring the gas tank area (apparently a ruptured seal).

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