Volvo XC70 problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 53 owner complaints and 10 recalls on file for the Volvo XC70 (2005–2016).

Complaints
53
Recalls
10
Model years
12
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Volvo XC70 model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Volvo XC70 model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2016 XC7040002Engine
2015 XC7050001Engine
2014 XC7010002Visibility & Wipers
2013 XC7040002Body & Structure
2012 XC7050002Visibility & Wipers
2011 XC7050003Body & Structure
2010 XC7040004Transmission & Drivetrain
2009 XC7040003Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2008 XC7080103Visibility & Wipers
2007 XC7060002Airbags
2006 XC7050002Airbags
2005 XC7020002Airbags

Most common Volvo XC70 problem areas (all years)

  • Visibility & Wipers
    14 complaints
  • Airbags
    8 complaints
  • Engine
    8 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    6 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    6 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    5 complaints
  • Electrical System
    4 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    4 complaints
  • Steering
    2 complaints
  • Lighting
    2 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Volvo XC70 received by NHTSA each month.

Volvo XC70 recalls

  • Recall 21V800000Oct 14, 2021194,546 vehiclesModel years 2005–2007

    Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 20V378000Jun 30, 2020308,260 vehiclesModel years 2008–2016

    Risk: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 15V555000Sep 2, 20157,855 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the vehicle is unexpectedly unable to be started in the middle of traffic, such as when stopped at an intersection, there is an increased risk of a crash.

  • Recall 13V377000Aug 21, 20137,767 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: Malfunctioning head lamps and/or turn signals increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 12V415000Aug 28, 2012286 vehiclesModel years 2013

    Risk: A malfunctioning TPMS cannot warn a driver that a tire is underinflated. Underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and possible crash.

  • Recall 12V075000Feb 28, 201232,552 vehiclesModel years 2012

    Risk: In the event of crash, the front and/or side impact air bags may deploy improperly or not at all, increasing the risk of injury. Also, the lap belt pretensioner may not deploy.

  • Recall 10V579000Nov 17, 20106,046 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: Sudden engine stall could occur increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 10V566000Nov 8, 2010416 vehiclesModel years 2005–2010

    Risk: An overheated battery could lead to a fire.

  • Recall 10V489000Oct 13, 20109,746 vehiclesModel years 2010–2011

    Risk: In the event of a crash, the driver's frontal airbag may not deploy as intended or at all, and therefore will not be able to properly protect the driver, increasing the risk of injuries.

  • Recall 10V190000May 7, 2010679 vehiclesModel years 2008–2010

    Risk: This does not meet the requirements of the standard.

Other Volvo models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology