Volvo V50 2009

Model V50 made in 2009 by Volvo got 3 recalls as well as 19 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningequipment and seats. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.5 turbo and 2.4.

Model 2009

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
2.5 Turbo 5Manual, 6 gears417/25/2021.7/35.5/26.3008Regular3075SMALL STATION WAGONS30-May-08
2.5 Turbo 5Semiautomatic, 5 gears418/26/2122.1514/36.4702/26.9049Regular2927SMALL STATION WAGONS30-May-08
2.4 5Manual, 5 gearsF20/28/2324.8025/38.6039/29.5578Regular2675SMALL STATION WAGONS30-Jun-08
2.4 5Semiautomatic, 5 gearsF20/28/2324.799/39.1979/29.7102Regular2675SMALL STATION WAGONS30-Jun-08
2.5 Turbo 5Manual, 6 gearsF19/28/2324.4/39.5/29.4695Regular2675SMALL STATION WAGONS30-May-08
2.5 Turbo 5Semiautomatic, 5 gearsF19/28/2324.4014/39.3024/29.4209Regular2675SMALL STATION WAGONS30-May-08

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
10V566000VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. V (Vehicle)416MFRVOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.11/08/201011/16/2010
Defect SummaryVolvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
Consequence SummaryAn overheated battery could lead to a fire.
Corrective SummaryVolvo 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 is expected to begin during november 2010. owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.
NotesVolvo safety recall no. r231.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
SEATS
10V591000VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.from 02/09/2009 to 10/04/2010V (Vehicle)742012/23/2010MFRVOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.11/22/201012/02/2010
Defect SummaryVolvo is recalling certain passenger vehicles equipped with power front passenger seats. the front seat rail's detection system was manufactured incorrectly and may permit the passenger to forward the seat beyond the intended maximum.
Consequence SummaryPositioning of the seat beyond the intended maximum can cause increased risk of injury to the passenger in the event of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect the front power seat stops for both front seats for the presence of an end stop and repair the vehicles as necessary free of charge. the manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552 or at customercare@volvoforlife.com.
NotesVolvo safety recall no. r235.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
08V329000VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.from 04/14/2008 to 05/27/2008V (Vehicle)102008/13/2008MFRVOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.07/23/200807/23/2008
Defect SummaryVolvo is recalling my 2008-2009 vehicles. a section of the power steering return line hose was not properly vulcanized (cured) and does not meet specifications. if the power steering return hose fails, a sudden rupture of the hose can occur.
Consequence SummaryThis can result in a rapid drainage of the power steering fluid in the system and a complete loss of power assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect and replace the steering return line hose assembly free of charge. the recall began on august 13, 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
NotesVolvo recall no. 201.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE
TSB-20411/01/200810027764Volvo: some of the vehicles may have a low sound at the receiving end, if the bluetooth phone module is used when driving. csc letter was received. *pe02/02/2009
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
US2249501/06/201110037900Ready06/07/2011
US2249501/06/201110037900Volvo: the procedure if there is an oil leak coming from the angle gear fill plug. *rm06/07/2011
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL
TJ-21297-212/07/201010037819Ready06/06/2011
TJ-21297-212/07/201010037819Volvo: when a trailer is attached that has led lights there may be a lighting problem. *rm06/06/2011
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TSB: 39-21003/31/200910029247Volvo: certain vehicles equipped with hdd(hard disc drive) navigation system have an error in the map data. this will cause the navigation system to route away from highways that contains hov (high occupancy) or car pool lanes. this is an u07/01/2009
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB-20411/01/200810027764Volvo: some of the vehicles may have a low sound at the receiving end, if the bluetooth phone module is used when driving. csc letter was received. *pe02/02/2009
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
SMB 23-03701/17/201210043544Pump electronic modules (pem) to prior approval. *kb04/10/2012
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
RTJ-2132407/10/200910032425Volvo: the 5 speed automatic transmission, aw55-50/51, has a bolt on top that anchors the b4 band, which applies 3rd gear. if that bolt is removed, the band will be disengaged and 3rd gear will be inoperative. this includes c70 coupe and03/24/2010
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK
TJ-593105/14/201010033816Volvo: unnecessary brake control module (bcm) replacements. when diagnosing diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) for brake control system, technician must always follow complete diagnostic fault tracing path in vida. vida always lists possib09/20/2010
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT
TJ-10438-810/27/201010037240Ready05/13/2011
TJ-10438-810/27/201010037240Volvo: the abs light is on with four possible toruble codes. *rm05/13/2011
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT
TJ-10438-810/27/201010037240Volvo: the abs light is on with four possible toruble codes. *rm05/13/2011
TJ-10438-810/27/201010037240Ready05/13/2011
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM
TL-2010909/02/201010034507Volvo: knocking noise from front control arm, rear bushing. a knocking or rattling metallic noise from the front suspension at start and stop, and in come cases pulling or a misaligned steering wheel. *pe11/22/2010
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - COIL SPRINGS
TJ-18381-712/21/201010037821Volvo: when going over bumps or on an uneven road there may be a knocking or rattling noise from the front struts. there may be a defective top bearing or a coil spring in conflict with the body strut tower. *rm06/06/2011
TJ-18381-712/21/201010037821Ready06/06/2011
TIRES
US15309.4.104/23/201210044085Volvo: excessively negative rear camber may cause uneven tire wear and this may be accompanied by abnormal road noise or ride. refer to the camber angle specification in rtj 19674. also included models s40,c30, and v50 model year 2012.05/09/2012
WHEELS - CAP/COVER/HUB
TJ-773204/22/201010033809Volvo: grinding bearing noise from rear hub, awd. may be grinding noise from rear hub on vehicles with all wheel drive (awd). symptom could be caused by worn out hub bearing due to geometrical conflict with brake dust shield. *pe09/20/2010

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