Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2002 Volvo V70XC. 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 ↗VOLVO/BRAKE LIGHT RELAYS
- Summary
- 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. THE HIGH POSITIONED BRAKE LIGHT AND ALL OTHER TAIL LIGHTS WILL NOT BE AFFECTED.
- Consequence
- IF THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAIL TO COME ON, THERE WILL BE NO LOWER BRAKE LIGHTS TO INDICATE TO FOLLOWING VEHICLES THAT THE VEHICLE IS DECELERATING, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE LIGHT RELAY WITH TWO RELAYS OF A MODIFIED DESIGN. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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Owner complaints (27)
27 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 27 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 12 | 44.4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 14.8% |
| Fuel system | 3 | 11.1% |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 11.1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 7.4% |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 7.4% |
| Suspension | 2 | 7.4% |
| Electrical system | 1 | 3.7% |
| Equipment | 1 | 3.7% |
| Visibility | 1 | 3.7% |
How 2002 compares with other V70XC years
Best and worst V70XC years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 31 | 1 |
| 1999 | 79 | 2 |
| 2000 | 103 | 2 |
| 2001 | 144 | 1 |
| 2002 | 27 | 1 |
| 2003 | 12 | 0 |
| 2004 | 5 | 0 |
| 2005 | 3 | 0 |
| 2006 | 3 | 0 |
| 2007 | 4 | 0 |
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 20 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,100
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 444 g/mi
- EPA class
- Sport Utility Vehicle -
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 20 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 · 5-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 20 | $4,100 | 444 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2002 V70XC 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.
Where to next
2002 Volvo V70XC FAQ
How many recalls does the 2002 Volvo V70XC have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 04V051000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2002 Volvo V70XC problems?
Owners filed 27 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (12), Fuel/propulsion system (4), Fuel system (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2002 Volvo V70XC get?
EPA rates the 2.4 L 5-cyl · 5-speed automatic version at 17 city, 23 highway and 20 combined mpg.
How does the 2002 V70XC compare with other years?
Among the 1998–2007 Volvo V70XC model years at least five years old, the 2005 drew the fewest complaints (3) and the 2001 the most (144). The 2002 drew 27. 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.