Volvo C70 recalls and problems
8 recalls and 167 owner complaints for 13 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
8
Complaints
167
Crashes reported
7
Fires reported
2
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Volvo C70 by year
Most reported Volvo C70 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 44 | |
| Electrical System | 35 | |
| Unknown or Other | 27 | |
| Wheels | 16 | |
| Power Train | 14 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | |
| Air Bags | 10 | |
| Tires | 8 | |
| Engine | 7 | |
| Steering | 7 |
All Volvo C70 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11V-508 | Oct 18, 2011 | 2006–2012 | Equipment | Volvo is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 c70 vehicles manufactured from november 15, 2005, through july 31, 2011, and model year 2011-2012 s60 vehicles manufactured from july 14, 2010, through april 16, 2011, that… |
| 10V-566 | Nov 8, 2010 | 2006–2010 | Equipment | Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (Gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat. |
| 08V-329 | Jul 23, 2008 | 2008–2009 | Steering | Volvo is recalling my 2008-2009 vehicles. |
| 08V-101 | Mar 5, 2008 | 2007 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Volvo is recalling 1,114 my 2007 c30, c70, s40, and v50 passenger vehicles. |
| 07V-218 | May 23, 2007 | 2007 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | On certain passenger vehicles, an incorrect temporary assembly instruction resulted in an incorrect assembly of the left door handle bowden cable attachment. |
| 06V-441 | Nov 15, 2006 | 2000–2002 | Vehicle Speed Control | On certain passenger vehicles, a combination of throttle positioning sensor irregularities, a dirty throttle housing, and/or inefficient software calibration may cause a warning lamp to light and the subsequent onset of… |
| 04V-504 | Oct 21, 2004 | 2000 | Exterior Lighting | On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, over an extended period of time, the headlight switch may cease to function. |
| 00V-405 | Dec 6, 2000 | 2000–2001 | Exterior Lighting | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Volvo C70?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2000 Volvo C70 has the most reports (26). Check the 2000 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Volvo C70 have?
NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls covering Volvo C70 model years 2000–2002, 2006–2012.
What are the most common Volvo C70 problems?
Owners report structure, electrical system, unknown or other problems most often.