2011 Volvo V50 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other V50 years
- Not enough data 4th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Volvo V50. That ranks 4th out of 8 V50 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 45,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 Volvo V50 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 50% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 50% | 73,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 Volvo V50 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Seats
Problem: 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.
Risk: Positioning of the seat beyond the intended maximum can cause increased risk of injury to the passenger in the event of a crash.
Fix: Dealers 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 safety recall began on december 23, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552 or at [email protected].
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Ignition key/engine immobilizer experienced a intermittent failures ("key error" on dashboard display), and inability to start engine. A replacement of ignition key detector in steering column was required - parts cost: $750, labor extra, at volvo dealer (volvo manhattan, ny, ny). Car purchased in…
Both front wheel bearings had to be replaced after low mileage and just past warranty. Failure of bearings lead to abs brake system being inoperative until repair concluded. As part of repair, volvo engineered retaining rings were fitted. This indicates an admission by volvo of the inadequacy of…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Volvo V50?
Owners most often report unknown or other, wheels problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Volvo V50?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 Volvo V50 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other V50 model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.