- The 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.
- The 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.
- The 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.
Vehicle safety record
2004 Volvo V50 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2004 Volvo V50 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in January 2008 for the fuel pump.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical V50 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2004 Volvo V50 recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The 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.
- The risk
- This may potentially result in fuel line leakage. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- The 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.
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Volvo V50: every year compared
All V50 years2004 Volvo V50 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Volvo V50 | 0 | 2 | B | |
| 2004 Volvo S60 | 198 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2004 Volvo V70 | 89 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2004 Volvo S40 | 50 | 6 | D | Compare |
| 2004 Volvo S80 | 50 | 5 | D | Compare |
| 2004 Volvo C70 | 16 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2004 Volvo VNL | 5 | 6 | C | Compare |
| 2004 Volvo 780 | 5 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2004 Volvo V40 | 4 | 3 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2004 Volvo V50
Does the 2004 Volvo V50 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 Volvo V50: fuel pump (January 2008); fuel system, gasoline (April 2006). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2004 Volvo V50 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2004 Volvo V50 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 71 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Volvo V50 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Volvo V50 years have the most complaints?
2005 (18), 2006 (12), 2007 (6). See every Volvo V50 year compared.
What should I do if my 2004 Volvo V50 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data