# 3884974 Steering Pump | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta steering pump from the Steering group, weighing 4.724 kg and listed for 9 applications across V series engines. It supersedes part number 3860871, which was catalogued earlier simply as a pump.

## 🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta V8-380-CE-A
-   Volvo Penta V8-380-C-B
-   Volvo Penta V8-380-CE-B
-   Volvo Penta V8-380-C-D
-   Volvo Penta V8-380-CE-D
-   Volvo Penta V8-430-CE-D
-   Volvo Penta V8-350-C-D
-   Volvo Penta V8-350-CE-D
-   Volvo Penta V8-380-C-A

-   **Engine Family:** V
-   **HP Range:** 350-430 HP

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   4.724 kg
-   Supersedes 3860871
-   9 applications on V series engines

## 🔌 Function

Generates the hydraulic pressure and flow that lets the steering move the drive against the water load.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Steering heavy, or heavier in one direction than the other
-   Groaning or whine from the pump when the wheel is turned
-   Fluid level dropping, with leaks at the pump or its hoses
-   Foaming or discoloured steering fluid
-   Steering that works cold but fades as the fluid warms

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Steering is a safety system, so do not put the boat back in service with a suspect pump
-   Check the fluid level, the belt and the hoses for restriction before condemning the pump
-   Bleed the steering fully after fitting and check lock to lock several times before use

## 🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

### OEM Supersession Chain

-   3884974 → Supersedes 3860871

### OEM / Related Numbers

-   3860871 earlier number superseded by this part

### Aftermarket / Verified Equivalents

-   Recmar: REC3884974

## 📦 Condition

-   Genuine Volvo Penta part
-   Brand new
-   Supplied in original or equivalent packaging

## Details

- **Price:** 928.97 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Type:** Pumps
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 928.97 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 3884974 Steering Pump | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/3884974-steering-pump-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-10-09