| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2008 Volvo V50 repairs by problem area
Engine (35%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)
Brakes and Traction Control (12%)
Suspension and Steering (19%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (4%)
Chart based on 26 repairs.
2008 Volvo V50 engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (14%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (57%)
$100 - $499 (14%)
< $100 (14%)
Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Volvo V50 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 4960 mi $540 |
Rotary starter (ignition) control unit (SCU) would not go back to 0 (zero) after each driving trip. Had to alternate switch position betwn II & III for 10 to 20mins before it can go back to 0 if not the car batt will go flat. |
2008 Volvo V50 4dr Wagon
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 74400 mi C $800 |
Engine was making a funny noise. It turned out that vacuum pressure regulator was defective, and was providing far too much vacuum. The noise was air leaking past seals, such as the oil filler cap. The vacuum pressure regulator was replaced. |
| 106000 mi US $95 |
leaking radiator overflow canister |
| 122000 mi US $590 |
Replaced alternator |
| 128000 mi US $663 |
Replaced spark plugs and coil packs |
| 160000 mi US $200 |
Replaced oil filter housing and breather tube Replace oxygen sensors |
| 164000 mi US $2600 |
Timing belt failed, causing all valves to be damaged. Repaired head. Replaced water pump, belt, all valves. |
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