2010 Volvo V50
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2010
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2010: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 0 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
On 2010 Volvo,v-50 , we just bought my wife does not have any trouble switching her right foot from accelerator to the brake pedal, and back again,but it seems no matter which shoes I'm wearing ,I wear size 12 d,my foot has a tendency to catch...
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-04-21
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2010-06-14Steering10V255000 Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 C30, model year 2010 S40 and V50 vehicles equipped with 6 speed manual transmissions. The gearshift lever stud assembly may not have been tightened…
Remedy: Dealers will torque the gearshift lever stud assembly to the correct specification free of charge. The safety recall began on June 14, 2010. Owners may contact Volvo AT 1-800-458-1552 or…
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2010-11-18Equipment10V566000 Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (Gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
Remedy: Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable gps device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit is affected. The unit's battery will be replaced with a…
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2010-12-23Seats10V591000 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…
Remedy: 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…
Buy-smart checklist
2010 Volvo V50 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10V255000 · Steering
- Recall 10V566000 · Equipment
- Recall 10V591000 · Seats
FAQ
- Is the 2010 Volvo V50 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Volvo V50?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 Volvo V50 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.