Volvo V70 recall history
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Volvo V70, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Volvo V70, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1996–2016 with 62 recall campaigns and 1177 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 2001 (8), 2002 (6), and 2004 (5).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 2001 (268), 1998 (242), and 1999 (220).
- Top recall themes: Engine and cooling, Seats and restraints, and Airbags.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Vehicle speed control, Electrical system, Power train:automatic transmission.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Engine and cooling
4 campaigns · Years: 1998–2001, 2003–2004, 2008–2009These campaigns relate to engine or cooling components where failures can lead to stalling or overheating risk.
Seats and restraints
4 campaigns · Years: 2000–2001, 2008–2016These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
Airbags
3 campaigns · Years: 1998, 2001–2007, 2010These campaigns relate to airbag system components and deployment/airbag readiness issues.
Equipment and labeling
3 campaigns · Years: 2001–2003, 2005–2006, 2008These campaigns relate to equipment compliance, labeling, or tires.
Visibility and lighting
3 campaigns · Years: 1998–2000These campaigns relate to lighting, glass, or visibility components (lamps, wipers, and related systems).
Brakes
1 campaign · Years: 2002These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
- 04V051000 · Exterior lighting: Brake lights
Electrical
1 campaign · Years: 2001–2010These campaigns relate to wiring or electrical components that can cause warning lights, loss of function, or fire risk in some cases.
- 10V566000 · Equipment: Navigational system(global positioning system)
Fuel and emissions
1 campaign · Years: 2001–2004These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
- 09V483000 · Fuel system, gasoline: Fuel pump
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Volvo V70 in NHTSA complaint data are Vehicle speed control, Electrical system, Power train:automatic transmission.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 2013 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 2011 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 2010 | 3 | 6 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic, Wheels, Visibility/wiper. |
| 2009 | 3 | 8 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Steering, Tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems, Tires:valve. |
| 2008 | 4 | 13 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Engine, Engine and engine cooling. |
| 2007 | 2 | 8 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling, Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist. |
| 2006 | 3 | 23 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Electrical system, Engine and engine cooling. |
| 2005 | 3 | 22 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Vehicle speed control, Power train:automatic transmission, Air bags:on-off switch assembly. |
| 2004 | 5 | 118 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling, Electrical system, Fuel system, gasoline. |
| 2003 | 5 | 36 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline, Power train:automatic transmission, Electrical system. |
| 2002 | 6 | 91 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Vehicle speed control, Power train:automatic transmission, Fuel/propulsion system. |
| 2001 | 8 | 268 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Vehicle speed control, Power train:automatic transmission, Electrical system. |
| 2000 | 5 | 116 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Vehicle speed control, Electrical system, Engine and engine cooling. |
| 1999 | 4 | 220 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Vehicle speed control, Electrical system, Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. |
| 1998 | 5 | 242 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Exterior lighting:headlights, Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module. |
| 1997 | 0 | 3 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system:wiring, Suspension. |
| 1996 | 0 | 3 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Engine, Steering. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Equipment , Seat belts and Air bags
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
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For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.