Last update 16. 02. 2024
Common problems with the Volvo XC70
Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Volvo XC70, for which Volvo has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.
If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Volvo XC70. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.
The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Volvo XC70 have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.
Latest XC70’s Issues in the EU
If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.
See also: Volvo XC70 Owners’ Reviews.
Latest XC70’s Issues in the UK
- VOLVO XC70 (2007 – 2016) – THE FRONT SEATBELT ANCHOR POINTon 01/07/2020
VOLVO XC70 (09/05/2007 – 30/05/2016) RECALL: Problem description: Potential breakage/fatigue of a flexible steel cable supporting the front seatbelt anchor […]
- VOLVO XC70 (2013 – 2016) – PLASTIC INLET MANIFOLD MAY MELT AND DEFORMon 06/10/2019
VOLVO XC70 (07/11/2013 – 26/04/2016) RECALL: Problem description: The engine’s plastic inlet manifold may melt and deform.
- VOLVO XC70 (2012 – 2016) – THE INLET MANIFOLD MAY MELT AND DEFORMon 06/10/2019
VOLVO XC70 (21/11/2012 – 10/05/2016) RECALL: Problem description: The engine’s plastic inlet manifold may melt and deform.
Currently 5100 Recalls