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2007 Volvo V50 repairs by problem area
Engine (38%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)
Brakes and Traction Control (0%)
Suspension and Steering (24%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (7%)
Chart based on 29 repairs.
2007 Volvo V50 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (12%)
$500 - $999 (19%)
$100 - $499 (12%)
< $100 (58%)
Chart based on 26 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2007 Volvo V50 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volvo V50 in Illinois, United States Apr 2014 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jun 2015120000 miUS $800 | Suspension bushings worn and needed replacement | ||
| Jul 2016145000 miUS $1400 | Seized Tie Rods prevented alignment after tire replacement. | ||
| Nov 2016158700 miUS $600 | Turbocharger pressure sensor was cracked. | ||
| Mar 2018190000 miUS $800 | both rear wheel bearings | ||
2007 Volvo V50 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volvo V50 in Connecticut, United States Sep 2014 - Feb 2020 | |||
| Jun 2016100000 miUS $50 | Inner CV boot slightly leaking after 2500 mile drive. OEM passenger axle removed, cleaned, regreased, and rebooted. Genuine boot kit used. | ||
| Nov 2016104000 mi | Front struts, mounts, and strut bearings replaced. 104k/10 years is a pretty long life for factory parts. | ||
| Apr 2017104084 miUS $40 | Replaced upper radiator hose. On inspection plastic overmold was starting to crack. Not a wear item, but known problem. Ordered new hose, coolant, and new expansion tank. Typically cracks after 10yr/100,000+ miles. | ||
| Oct 2017113000 miUS $30 | Turbo Control Valve replaced. Factory part lasted 10 years/113000 miles before developing non-serious symptoms. 50/50 quality of life improvement and repair | ||
| Apr 2018122000 miUS $30 | Throttle pedal replaced, was causing "Reduced Engine Performance" issue. Volvo VIDA pointed to pedal, but research suggests it is unlikely to be the pedal, but a related electrical issue. Replaced pedal with used pull from 2010 S40, no issues since. | ||
| Jul 2019135800 miUS $100 | Low pressure refrigerant sensor/switch broke causing A/C to not function. Did not have VIDA available so attacked blind and replaced both high and low pressure sensors. Problem was solved, but oilless recharge was required to restore some lost refrigerant | ||
| Volvo V50 in New York, United States Feb 2007 - Feb 2011 | |||
| Oct 20073000 mi | Replace tailgate latch mechanism. | ||
2007 Volvo V50 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| Volvo V50 in Romania Jan 2013 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Feb 201383280 mi$2050 | noise at the right front wheel. changed the wheel bearing hub. | ||
| Volvo V50 in Ireland Dec 2011 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Dec 2012109740 mi€1800 | Heater (glow) plugs were blown. When we went to remove them the tips broke away from the body and were inside the engine. The head had to be removed to remove them. Also the catalytic converter was blocked. | ||
2007 Volvo V50 4dr Wagon
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volvo V50 in Alberta, Canada Jan 2009 - May 2014 | |||
| Feb 200928520 miC $75 | Check for PCV hose leaking or plugged, factory TSB. Regular oilchange also done at this time. | ||
| Oct 200940889 mi | Car was blowing cold air out of passenger vents, warm air from driver's side. Software download to HVAC system control unit, passenger seat heating unit replaced. Repairs covered by warranty. | ||
| Nov 200940920 mi | Car was blowing cold air out of all passenger vents, warm air from driver's side. Problem traced to passenger seat heat module, software download done as well. Succesful repair. | ||
| Volvo V50 in Ontario, Canada Feb 2011 - Jun 2014 | |||
| Jul 201141540 mi | Had a check engine light pop up. Took it to a Part Source and they scanned the car for free. Gave me the code that came up for the engine light. Googled it and it was the oil trap. Volvo TSB.. put in a new one for free with oil change. Had a check engine light pop up. Took it to a Part Source and they scanned the car for free. Gave me the code that came up for the engine light. Googled it and it was the oil trap. Volvo TSB.. put in a new one for free with oil change. | ||
| Mar 201250840 mi | Driver side seatbelt tensioner broke. Seatbelt would not move from the side pillar. Volvo dealer was going to charge over $500 to replace however said that it was covered under SRS warranty. Got entire new belt and tensioner for free. | ||
| May 201371260 mi | A/C wont work .. recharge isnt the problem. looking into it. | ||
| Oct 201375000 miC $500 | Front passenger side bearing went. Replaced for $480+ oil change. | ||
| Volvo V50 in Texas, United States Mar 2010 - May 2011 | |||
| May 201043800 mi | Driver's door seal not sealing well, resulting in excessive wind noise at highway speeds. Yes, this is the same repair as on our S40. | ||
| Aug 201046200 mi | Breather box had been squealing for several weeks before check engine light came on. Replaced under warranty at 45,000 mile service. | ||
| May 201160400 miUS $100 | A/C compressor failed. Replaced under Volvo extended warranty purchased when car was new. A/C compressor replaced. Total cost $893. Extended warranty covered $793. | ||
| Volvo V50 in Wisconsin, United States May 2013 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Aug 201660000 mi | oil trap replacement covered by Volvo under extended warranty for that item | ||
| Nov 201765000 miUS $548 | rebuilt alternator and new rebuilt starter installed | ||
| Aug 202180000 miUS $200 | front control arm replacement for second time in 13000 miles , bushings shot | ||
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