Volvo V70 recalls and problems
19 recalls and 574 owner complaints for 17 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
19
Complaints
574
Crashes reported
27
Fires reported
17
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Most reported Volvo V70 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 102 | |
| Power Train | 87 | |
| Electrical System | 83 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 69 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 57 | |
| Air Bags | 36 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 25 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 21 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 19 | |
| Tires | 18 |
All Volvo V70 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21V-800 | Oct 14, 2021 | 2001–2007 | Air Bags | Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2007 V70 and XC70 vehicles. |
| 20V-378 | Jun 30, 2020 | 2008–2016 | Seat Belts | Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross… |
| 10V-566 | Nov 8, 2010 | 2001–2010 | Equipment | Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (Gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat. |
| 10V-489 | Oct 13, 2010 | 2010 | Air Bags | Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 s80, xc70, model year 2011 xc60 and model year 2010 v70 vehicles. |
| 09V-483 | Dec 18, 2009 | 2001–2004 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Volvo is recalling certain model year 2001-2005 s80, model year 2001-2004 v70, s60, xc70 and model year 2003-2005 xc90 vehicles sold in or registered in the states of alabama, arizona, arkansas, california, florida… |
| 09V-218 | Jun 12, 2009 | 2008–2009 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Volvo is recalling 17,614 my 2008-2009 s80, v70, and xc70 vehicles. |
| 08V-032 | Jan 28, 2008 | 2008 | Equipment | Certain vehicles equipped with rear integrated booster seats fail to comply with the labeling requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 07V-226 | Jun 5, 2007 | 2003–2004 | Engine and Engine Cooling | On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pressure sensor located on the left end of the fuel rail may, at times, transmit incorrect signal regarding the fuel pressure to the engine control module. |
| 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… |
| 06V-375 | Oct 3, 2006 | 2005–2006 | Equipment | Certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 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. |
| 04V-451 | Sep 13, 2004 | 2000–2001 | Engine and Engine Cooling | On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, under certain operating conditions, some electric cooling fans may overheat potentially causing heat damage and, in rare instances, a fire in the engine compartment. |
| 04V-051 | Feb 2, 2004 | 2002 | Exterior Lighting | On certain sport utility vehicles, the rear left and right brake light relays may not function when the brake pedal is depressed or may stay on continuously. |
| 04V-029 | Jan 16, 2004 | 2004 | Steering | On certain passenger vehicles, the front control arms may not have been manufactured correctly and, as a result, the stud and nut that secure the arm to the spindle may lose their initial axial tension. |
| 03V-284 | Aug 1, 2003 | 2001–2003 | Equipment | Certain passenger cars fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 01V-101 | Mar 26, 2001 | 2001 | Seat Belts | Vehicle description: wagons. |
| 01V-100 | Mar 26, 2001 | 2001 | Seat Belts | Vehicle description: sedans and wagons. |
| 00V-405 | Dec 6, 2000 | 2000 | Exterior Lighting | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. |
| 00V-239 | Aug 24, 2000 | 2000 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | On certain station wagons, the tailgate locking mechanism may have been incorrectly manufactured which, in combination with cold temperatures, could cause improper locking of the tailgate. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Volvo V70?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2001 Volvo V70 has the most reports (221). Check the 2001 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Volvo V70 have?
NHTSA lists 19 safety recalls covering Volvo V70 model years 2000–2016.
What are the most common Volvo V70 problems?
Owners report vehicle speed control, power train, electrical system problems most often.