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2007 Volvo V50Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints for the 2007 Volvo V50. Most complaints involve tires (3) and engine (1). The EPA rates it 20–23 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
20–23mpg
EPA · 6 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Nov 2010
Owner complaints
6
Top: tires
Fuel cost / yr
$3,350est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Equipment: navigational system(global positioning system)

Free remedy

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.

EquipmentReported Nov 8, 2010NHTSA 10V566000

Service brakes

Free remedy

VOLVO IS RECALLING 1,114 MY 2007 C30, C70, S40, AND V50 PASSENGER VEHICLES. A SOFT ANODIZED LAYER IN THE MASTER CYLINDER MAY TRIGGER EARLY WEAR ON A RUBBER SEAL THAT CAN RESULT IN INTERNAL LEAKAGE OF BRAKE FLUID. IF AFFECTED, THE DRIVER MAY EXPERIENCE REDUCED BRAKE PERFORMANCE WHEN APPLYING AND MAINTAINING FORCE OF THE BRAKE PEDAL.

Service brakes, hydraulicReported Mar 5, 2008NHTSA 08V101000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 9, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

6 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jan 2008 – Jan 2017
  1. Tires3
  2. Engine1
  3. Steering1
  4. Electrical system1
  5. Child seat1
  6. Other / unknown1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each V50 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
200518
200612
20076
20092
20102
20112
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Tires

3 reports
“SIDE WALL BUBBLE LEADING TO LOW SPEED (<10 MPH) BLOWOUT. *TR”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 21, 2008TiresODI 10215517

Engine

1 report1 fire
“CAR WAS PARKED FOR ABOUT 1 HOUR, INSIDE THE GARAGE, WHEN IT CAUGHT FIRE. NO EXPLANATIONS.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 31, 2017Unknown or other, EngineFire reportedODI 10948766

Steering

1 report
“ISSUE: CAR WOULD NOT START AND "STEERING LOCKED, PLEASE TRY AGAIN" ERROR MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED. THE WHEEL IS NOT LOCKED, I CAN TURN IT, BUT THE ENGINE WILL NOT START AND IT KEEPS ON GIVING ME THE SAME MESSAGE. I HAD TO HAVE MY CAR TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO EXPLAINED THIS IS A PART FAILURE AND IS CHARGING ME $434.00 TO REPAIR IT. I SEE THIS BEING A POTENTIAL SAFETY ISSUE SINCE THE STEERING MAY LOCK ON ME AT SOME POINT WHEN THE CAR IS RUNNING. THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL ISSUE AND VOLVO HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR REPAIRING THESE VEHICLES AT THEIR COST. *TR”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 18, 2013Steering, Electrical systemODI 10520551
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 9, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

6 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Station Wagons
Engines
2.4L 5-cyl · 2.5L 5-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (S5) · Manual 5-spd · Manual 6-spd
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
V50 FWD
Auto (S5), 5 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive
202823$3,350386
V50 FWD
Auto (S5), 5 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
192822$3,500404
V50 FWD
Man 5-spd, 5 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive
192722$3,500404
V50 FWD
Man 6-spd, 5 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
182722$3,500404
V50 AWD
Auto (S5), 5 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
182621$3,700423
V50 AWD
Man 6-spd, 5 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
172520$3,850444
  • V50 FWD
    Auto (S5), 5 cyl, 2.4 L
    20 city · 28 hwy · $3,350/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • V50 FWD
    Auto (S5), 5 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo
    19 city · 28 hwy · $3,500/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • V50 FWD
    Man 5-spd, 5 cyl, 2.4 L
    19 city · 27 hwy · $3,500/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • V50 FWD
    Man 6-spd, 5 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo
    18 city · 27 hwy · $3,500/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • V50 AWD
    Auto (S5), 5 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo
    18 city · 26 hwy · $3,700/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • V50 AWD
    Man 6-spd, 5 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo
    17 city · 25 hwy · $3,850/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2007 Volvo V50 as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 9, 2026Vehicle 2305
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2007 V50 questions

How many recalls does the 2007 Volvo V50 have?

2 safety recalls as of Nov 9, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2007 Volvo V50 problems?

Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are tires (3), engine (1), steering (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2007 Volvo V50 get?

The EPA rates the 2007 Volvo V50 at 20–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (6 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 9, 2026