Model year
2009 Volvo V50
NHTSA lists 3 recalls and 2 complaints for the 2009 Volvo V50 (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1), SERVICE BRAKES (1), STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS (1). NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 20–24 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $2,800–$3,350, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2005 18 complaints
- 2006 12 complaints
- 2007 6 complaints
- 2008 0 complaints
- 2009 2 complaints
- 2010 2 complaints
- 2011 2 complaints
Recalls
10V591000 · Nov 22, 2010
SEATS
VOLVO 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.
10V566000 · Nov 8, 2010
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
08V329000 · Jul 23, 2008
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
VOLVO 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.
Complaints
2 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 0, fire flag on 0, injury field 0, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V50 AWD · 2.5L · Manual 6-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 25 | 20 | — | — | $3,350 |
| V50 AWD · 2.5L · Automatic (S5) · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 26 | 21 | — | — | $3,200 |
| V50 FWD · 2.5L · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 28 | 23 | — | — | $2,900 |
| V50 FWD · 2.5L · Automatic (S5) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 28 | 23 | — | — | $2,900 |
| V50 FWD · 2.4L · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 28 | 23 | — | — | $2,900 |
| V50 FWD · 2.4L · Automatic (S5) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 31 | 24 | — | — | $2,800 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2009 Volvo V50 at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.