Volvo V70 complaints by model year
939 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2009 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2008 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| 2007 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 2006 | 21 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 2005 | 21 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 2004 | 83 | 2 | 6 | 5 |
| 2003 | 32 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| 2002 | 76 | 5 | 3 | 6 |
| 2001 | 221 | 8 | 2 | 8 |
| 2000 | 93 | 11 | 2 | 5 |
| 1999 | 169 | 4 | 1 | 4 |
| 1998 | 193 | 10 | 7 | 5 |
| 1997 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2001–2010. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle speed control | 61 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 45 | 17 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 30 | 6 | 5 | 12 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 22 | 3 | 3 | 22 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel system | 26 | 6 | 7 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 6 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 10 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 7 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Volvo V70 recalls (22)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one V70 model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21V800000 | Oct 14, 2021 | Driver's Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2001–2007 | 26.3% |
| 20V378000 | Jun 30, 2020 | Seat Belts May Not Restrain Occupant | 2008–2016 | 75.5% |
| 10V566000 | Nov 8, 2010 | 760 PORTABLE AUTOMOTIVE GPS UNITS/GARMIN | 2001–2010 | — |
| 10V489000 | Oct 13, 2010 | SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM | 2010 | — |
| 09V483000 | Dec 18, 2009 | FUEL PUMP LEAK | 2001–2004 | — |
| 09V218000 | Jun 12, 2009 | ENGINE COOLING FAN MODULE/JOHNSON ELECTRIC | 2008, 2009 | — |
| 08V032000 | Jan 28, 2008 | INTEGRATED CHILD BOOSTER SEAT LABELING/FMVSS 213 | 2008 | — |
| 07V226000 | Jun 5, 2007 | FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR | 2003, 2004 | — |
| 06V441000 | Nov 15, 2006 | THROTTLE CONTROL MALFUNCTION | 1999–2002 | — |
| 06V375000 | Oct 3, 2006 | TIRE CERTIFICATION LABEL/FMVSS 110 | 2005, 2006 | — |
| 04V504000 | Oct 21, 2004 | VOLVO/HEADLIGHT SWITCH | 1998, 1999, 2000 | — |
| 04V451000 | Sep 13, 2004 | VOLVO/BOSCH/COOLING FANS | 2000, 2001 | — |
| 04V051000 | Feb 2, 2004 | VOLVO/BRAKE LIGHT RELAYS | 2002 | — |
| 04V029000 | Jan 16, 2004 | VOLVO/FRONT CONTROL ARMS | 2004 | — |
| 03V284000 | Aug 1, 2003 | VOLVO/ISOFIX GUIDE | 2001, 2002, 2003 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Volvo V70 FAQ
How many recalls has the Volvo V70 had?
NHTSA lists 22 recall campaigns that cover at least one Volvo V70 model year from 1996 to 2010. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Volvo V70 year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2001 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (221) and the 1996 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Volvo V70 problems?
Across the 2001–2010 model years, owners most often name the vehicle speed control, power train, electrical system in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Volvo V70 get?
EPA rates the 2010 Volvo V70 at 21 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.