2009 Volvo V50 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2009 Volvo V50 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Structure (1 report).

3Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your V50?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2009 Volvo V50 recalls

Seats

Recall 10V591Nov 22, 20107,420 vehicles affected

Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System)

Recall 10V566Nov 8, 2010416 vehicles affected

Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections

Recall 08V329Jul 23, 20081,020 vehicles affected

Most common 2009 Volvo V50 problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Structure1
Electrical System1
Service Brakes1

What owners report

2017-03-21, Service Brakes
I HAD THE BRAKE PADS REPLACED, THEN THE PUMP ONLY TO NOT BE ABLE TO STOP THE CAR BECAUSE OF THE BOOSTER PUMP! I WENT RIGHT THROUGH A STOP SIGN. THE MECHANIC SAID HE SEES THIS PROBLEM ALL OF THE TIME WITH THESE CARS.
2014-03-21, Structure
FAILURE TO NOTIFY OWNERS OF A POTENTIALLY DEADLY, KNOWN DEFECTIVE PART THAT RESULTS IN MASSIVE CORROSION OF ELECTRONICS AND CEM CAUSING ENGINE TO QUIT WORKING. ELECTRONICS BEGAN TO QUIT WORKING WHILE TRAVELING. WE TOOK THE CAR INTO A DEALERSHIP SERVICE GARAGE AND TURNED THE IGNITION OFF. THEY WERE UNABLE TO START THE ENGINE, AND COULD NOT FIND THE PROBLEM. THEY CALLED VOLVO WHO TOLD THEM THE V50 HAD A KNOWN DEFECTIVE WATER PUMP THAT CAUSED OTHER PARTS TO CORRODE. VOLVO SECRETLY CHANGED TO A DIFFERENT WATER PUMP IN NEW CARS AFTER DISCOVERING THIS DEFECT : BUT DID NOT NOTIFY OWNERS OR ISSUE A RECALL. THIS PUMP LEAKS WASHER FLUID, DRIPPING ONTO THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS AND CEM MAINFRAME C

2009 Volvo V50 questions

Does the 2009 Volvo V50 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2009 Volvo V50: Seats; Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System); Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Volvo V50?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (1), Electrical System (1), Service Brakes (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Volvo V50 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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