Oil Leak From Turbo Return Pipe Seal on Volvo 850

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

The turbocharger return pipe seal may develop an oil leak. The leak can begin very small, but will eventually progress into a large leak. Our technicians recommend having this repaired at first signs of leakage.

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Volvo 850 vehicles with this problem

Average mileage: 138,333 miles
(120,000 - 165,000)

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