Volvo XC70 recalls and problems
19 recalls and 418 owner complaints for 16 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
19
Complaints
418
Crashes reported
11
Fires reported
7
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Volvo XC70 by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 XC70 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 XC70 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 XC70 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 XC70 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 XC70 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 XC70 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 XC70 | 5 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 XC70 | 5 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 XC70 | 8 | 39 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 XC70 | 2 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 XC70 | 2 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 XC70 | 2 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 XC70 | 3 | 101 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 XC70 | 4 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 XC70 | 4 | 35 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 XC70 | 5 | 66 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Most reported Volvo XC70 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 71 | |
| Suspension | 45 | |
| Electrical System | 43 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 42 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 37 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 34 | |
| Air Bags | 25 | |
| Seat Belts | 22 | |
| Engine | 21 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 19 |
All Volvo XC70 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… |
| 15V-555 | Sep 2, 2015 | 2016 | Electrical System | Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. |
| 13V-377 | Aug 21, 2013 | 2014 | Electrical System | Volvo is recalling certain model year 2014 S60, S80, XC60 and XC70 vehicles equipped with keyless ignition. |
| 12V-415 | Aug 28, 2012 | 2013 | Tires | Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S80 and XC70 vehicles. |
| 12V-075 | Feb 28, 2012 | 2012 | Electrical System | Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012 s60, xc60, s80 and xc70 vehicles manufactured from may 16, 2011, through october 6, 2011. |
| 10V-579 | Nov 17, 2010 | 2011 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011, s80, s60, xc70 and xc60 vehicles. |
| 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 | 2010–2011 | Air Bags | Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 s80, xc70, model year 2011 xc60 and model year 2010 v70 vehicles. |
| 10V-190 | May 7, 2010 | 2008–2010 | Equipment | Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010 xc70 vehicles manufactured from december 5, 2006 through october 1, 2009 for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 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-343 | Sep 1, 2009 | 2009–2010 | Electrical System | Volvo is recalling my 2008-2010 s80, model year 2009-2010 xc70 and model year 2010 xc60 vehicles. |
| 09V-218 | Jun 12, 2009 | 2008–2009 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Volvo is recalling 17,614 my 2008-2009 s80, v70, and xc70 vehicles. |
| 09V-139 | Apr 29, 2009 | 2008 | Electrical System | Volvo is recalling 12,303 my 2007-2008 s80 and v70 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-566 | Dec 13, 2007 | 2008 | Equipment | Certain sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 07V-500 | Oct 26, 2007 | 2008 | Air Bags | In certain vehicles, two software errors have been found in the supplemental restraint system (Srs) control unit software. |
| 06V-441 | Nov 15, 2006 | 2001 | 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… |
| 03V-284 | Aug 1, 2003 | 2001–2003 | Equipment | Certain passenger cars fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Volvo XC70?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2004 Volvo XC70 has the most reports (101). Check the 2004 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Volvo XC70 have?
NHTSA lists 19 safety recalls covering Volvo XC70 model years 2001–2016.
What are the most common Volvo XC70 problems?
Owners report power train, suspension, electrical system problems most often.