2005 Volvo V50 recalls and problems

The 2005 Volvo V50 has 3 safety recalls and 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Volvo dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2005 Volvo V50 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Volvo V50 recalls

Recall 10V-566: Equipment

Reported Nov 8, 2010 · 416 vehicles affected · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.

Problem: Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (Gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.

Risk: An overheated battery could lead to a fire.

Fix: Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable GPS device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit is affected. The unit's battery will be replaced with a new battery and a spacer will be inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 18, 2010. Owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.

Recall 08V-033: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Jan 28, 2008 · 23,000 vehicles affected · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.

Problem: On certain vehicles sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, reoccurring, long-term exposure to certain environmental conditions such as salty-wet conditions, it is possible for the pump electronic module (Pem) to become corroded internally. This can cause a faulty signal to the fuel pump, resulting in low or no fuel pressure to the engine.

Risk: If this occurs, the check engine light may illuminate. In some cases, the vehicle may fail to start or may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the pem and install it in a new location to prevent corrosion. The recall began on february 20, 2008. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Recall 06V-137: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Apr 24, 2006 · 16,175 vehicles affected · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with t5 turbo engines, the polyamide tube in the fuel line is sensitive to the extreme temperatures that may occur in the area where the turbo/exhaust manifold is located.

Risk: This may potentially result in fuel line leakage. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will change the fuel line material to teflon free of charge. The recall began on june 5, 2006. Owners may contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552.

2005 Volvo V50 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine and Engine Cooling	7
Electrical System	3
Suspension	3
Fuel System, Gasoline	3
Fuel/Propulsion System	3
Structure	2
Exterior Lighting	1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1
Power Train	1
Unknown or Other	1
Steering	1

Most reported parts

Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 4
Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
Structure › Body — 1
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 61,400 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2005 Volvo V50 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 146,000 miles · reported Feb 9, 2018

2005 volvo v50 has intermittent starting issues. The engine cranks and fuel pump can be heard when key is turned in ignition but the engine does not turn over/start. After 10-15 (Sometimes more) attempts at starting the vehicle, fuel pressure appears to build slowly with each attempt and the engine will sometimes start. If the vehicle does start it is operable without additional problems and can be driven normally. The car will re-start without issue if the engine has run within a few hours of the attempt. After 24-36 hours of being off the vehicle will have difficulty starting again. I…

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 104,000 miles · reported Oct 21, 2017

Vehicle stalled on highway at highway speed and rapidly lost speed and power steering. Restarting was very difficult and resulted in several failed starts and stalls. Trying to navigate to safety resulted in more stalling. Symptoms indicate a problem with the fuel pump. Checked with volvo and there is a safety recall for this model for the fuel pump electronic module, but that volvo limited the recall to only certain states while stating that the problem is due to salty wet conditions, which are present most every where on the east coast. Volvo excluded several east coast states.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 82,000 miles · reported Aug 30, 2016

The contact owns a 2005 volvo v50. While pulling out of the driveway and making a right turn, there was an abnormal noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The noise recurred periodically. In addition, when driving over a slight bump, the vehicle felt as if the bottom would detach. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician could not find a failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 82,000. Updated 10/06/16 the consumer stated the problem was the right front engine mount.

Suspension · at 79,000 miles · reported Oct 11, 2015

Car has had poor steering and noise coming from the front end - repairs made to left front and right front - noise continues right front - repaired again and now in volvo of santa monica for 3rd repair to right front; all repairs involve suspension issues and part such as joints and wheel axel. Noises are when car is being driven especially turning right.

Unknown or Other · at 61,000 miles · reported Jul 2, 2013

Driving on highway 880 'urgent electrical service ! With battery emblem light in red' came on in the center of the driver side dash gages; this blocked out the mileage left for gas... Car towed to dealer and to date this has not been properly repaired by selling dealer- this appeared again after negative battery cable replaced on 7/1/2013! Prior incident with water leaking in the car passenger side from under the glove box on to the passenger floor.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Volvo V50 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Volvo V50: 10V-566 (equipment), 08V-033 (fuel system, gasoline), 06V-137 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Volvo V50?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (7 reports), followed by electrical system (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 61,400 miles.

Are Volvo recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Volvo dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.