Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1999 Volvo V70. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗THROTTLE CONTROL MALFUNCTION
- Summary
- 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 LIMP HOME MODES.
- Consequence
- THIS RESULTED IN A HIGH NUMBER OF VEHICLES GOING INTO THE LIMP HOME MODE WITHOUT NEED.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE CURRENT SOFTWARE UPGRADE ONTO THE INVOLVED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
VOLVO/HEADLIGHT SWITCH
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY CEASE TO FUNCTION.
- Consequence
- THE HEAD LIGHTS MAY NOT OPERATE PROPERLY WHICH COULD RESULT IN INTERMITTENT OR NO HEADLIGHT FUNCTION. THIS COULD IMPAIR A DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy
- ON VEHICLES WITH AN ORIGINAL OEM SWITCH, DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH. ALL OTHER VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED TO DETERMINE IF THE SWITCH HAS EEN DAMAGED AND REPLACE ONLY IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 24, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
VOLVO/TURN SIGNAL
- Summary
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THERE COULD BE INADEQUATE CONTACT BETWEEN THE BULB AND SOCKET WHICH COULD CAUSE THE FRONT TURN SIGNAL NOT TO FUNCTION AS DESIGNED.
- Consequence
- THIS WOULD FAIL TO WARN AN APPROACHING DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE IS TURNING AND COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT TURN SIGNAL BULB AND SOCKET.
VOLVO/TAILPIPE BURNING
- Summary
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: STATION WAGONS EQUIPPED WITH THIRD SEATS. USERS OF THE THIRD SEAT, WHEN EXITING THE VEHICLE, CAN COME IN CONTACT WITH THE TAILPIPE.
- Consequence
- CONTACT WITH THE TAILPIPE CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE LENGTH OF THE VEHICLE'S TAILPIPE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPAIR THE TAILPIPE.
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Owner complaints (169)
169 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The vehicle speed control is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 169 |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle speed control | 53 | 31.4% |
| Electrical system | 43 | 25.4% |
| Fuel system | 21 | 12.4% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 20 | 11.8% |
| Service brakes | 13 | 7.7% |
| Visibility | 9 | 5.3% |
| Power train | 8 | 4.7% |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 3.6% |
| Air bags | 5 | 3% |
| Structure | 5 | 3% |
How 1999 compares with other V70 years
Best and worst V70 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | 3 | 0 |
| 1998 | 193 | 5 |
| 1999 | 169 | 4 |
| 2000 | 93 | 5 |
| 2001 | 221 | 8 |
| 2002 | 76 | 6 |
| 2003 | 32 | 5 |
| 2004 | 83 | 5 |
| 2005 | 21 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 21 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 423 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Station Wagons
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 21 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 5-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 2.4 L 5-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 2.3 L 5-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 20 | $4,100 | 444 |
| 2.3 L 5-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 20 | $4,100 | 444 |
| 2.4 L 5-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 20 | $4,100 | 444 |
| 2.3 L 5-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
| 2.4 L 5-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1999 V70 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
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1999 Volvo V70 FAQ
How many recalls does the 1999 Volvo V70 have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 06V441000 (vehicle speed control), 04V504000 (lighting), 00V405000 (lighting), 98V254000 (engine). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1999 Volvo V70 problems?
Owners filed 169 complaints with NHTSA. Vehicle speed control (53), Electrical system (43), Fuel system (21) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1999 Volvo V70 get?
EPA rates the 2.4 L 5-cyl · 4-speed automatic version at 18 city, 26 highway and 21 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1999 V70 compare with other years?
Among the 1996–2005 Volvo V70 model years at least five years old, the 1996 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2001 the most (221). The 1999 drew 169. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
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.