2007 Volvo V70 recalls and problems

The 2007 Volvo V70 has 2 safety recalls and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Volvo dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2007 Volvo V70 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2007 Volvo V70 recalls

Recall 21V-800: Air Bags

Reported Oct 14, 2021 · 194,546 vehicles affected · Volvo Car USA, LLC

Problem: Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2007 V70 and XC70 vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10136.

Recall 10V-566: Equipment

Reported Nov 8, 2010 · 416 vehicles affected · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.

Problem: Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (Gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.

Risk: An overheated battery could lead to a fire.

Fix: 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 new battery and a spacer will be inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 18, 2010. Owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.

2007 Volvo V70 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	3
Engine and Engine Cooling	1
Power Train	1
Engine	1
Tires	1
Air Bags	1

Most reported parts

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 1
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 26,162 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2007 Volvo V70 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Jun 30, 2022

2007 volvo v70. Consumer writes in regard to drivers side airbag. The consumer stated the recall replacement airbag would damage the cosmetics of the vehicle. The consumer stated the airbag did not match the interior of the vehicle.the consumer would be responsible for the cosmetic repairs as they are not included in the recall.

Engine · at 70,000 miles · reported Apr 24, 2014

The contact owns a 2007 volvo v70. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the engine suddenly stalled and smoke emitted from the engine compartment. The vehicle was moved to the shoulder where it caught on fire. The vehicle was destroyed. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 19,000 miles · reported Jul 15, 2010

I own a 2007 volvo v70 with low mileage -- 19,000 miles, VIN # [xxx]. Normally my wife drives the car just around where we live since she does not work - just a few miles a day. Last week, while going to the local grocery store with my 20 month old grandson in the car, she almost had an accident when braking the car from about 50 MPH. So I began driving the car to work which is about 20 miles away. When braking from high medium to high speeds 45-70 MPH, front wheel shimmy shake is enough to cause car to brake improperly and cause car to severely pull to one side. This also almost caused me to…

Power Train · at 50,000 miles · reported Sep 2, 2009

The contact owns a 2007 volvo v70. The contact stated that if he did not aggressively accelerate while driving up hill, the vehicle would roll backwards. He notified the manufacturer and was advised by a representative that the failure was a normal characteristic of the vehicle. He was in the process of taking the vehicle to a transmission specialist. The current mileage is 54000 updated 09/23/09 updated 09/30/09.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 26,162 miles · reported Mar 28, 2008

The contact owns a 2007 volvo v70. While driving approximately 25-30 MPH, the vehicle would suddenly turn off without warning. The vehicle would restart once stopped and placed in park. The vehicle was taken in for service three times. The first time the vehicle was taken to an auto shop to be serviced for the recall, and the last two times it was taken to the dealer; however, the failure could not be identified. The current mileage was 33,000 and failure mileage was 26,162.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Volvo V70 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2007 Volvo V70: 21V-800 (air bags), 10V-566 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Volvo V70?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (3 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 26,162 miles.

Are Volvo recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Volvo dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.