1998 VOLVO C70 CONVERTIBLE
0 recalls, 2 complaints - 23 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
2 crashes 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Aug 2, 2005
Incident date: May 20, 1999
I BOUGHT MY 1998 VOLVO C70 CONVERTIBLE IN JAN 1999. ON MAY 20, 1999 AT APPROX 11:45 PM, I WAS DRIVING IN THE LEFT-HAND LANE ON RT.175-W IN COLUMBIA, MD, APPROX. 1 MILE FROM MY HOME. STOPPED AT RED TRAFFIC LIGHT AT DOBBIN RD/RT.175 INTERSECTION. NO OTHER CARS. LIGHT TURNED GREEN. PROCEEDED FORWARD. I... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 2, 2005
Incident date: May 20, 1999
I BOUGHT MY 1998 VOLVO C70 CONVERTIBLE IN JAN 1999. ON MAY 20, 1999 AT APPROX 11:45 PM, I WAS DRIVING IN THE LEFT-HAND LANE ON RT.175-W IN COLUMBIA, MD, APPROX. 1 MILE FROM MY HOME. STOPPED AT RED TRAFFIC LIGHT AT DOBBIN RD/RT.175 INTERSECTION. NO OTHER CARS. LIGHT TURNED GREEN. PROCEEDED FORWARD. I... Read more
Crash
1 injured
EPA Fuel Economy, 1998 VOLVO C70 CONVERTIBLE
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 5-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 23.0 | 19.0 | Premium | $4,000 |
| 2.3L 5-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 23.0 | 19.0 | Premium | $4,000 |
| 2.4L 5-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 23.0 | 19.0 | Premium | $4,000 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1998 VOLVO C70 CONVERTIBLE
23 manufacturer communications from 15 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS | 6 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 5 |
| 161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 2 |
| 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 2 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM | 1 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 1 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
C00009
Jul 21, 2023
252100 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
COMPLIMENTARY UPGRADE C00009 DESCRIPTION.
C00009
Jul 21, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
COMPLIMENTARY UPGRADE C00009 DESCRIPTION.
TJ3656330
Jun 12, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Rubber cushion
Special Tools Bu
May 12, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The Deutronic DBL-1200 is an advanced battery maintainer/charger with the flexibility to be updated as products and repair methods evolve.
Service Manager
May 6, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
Service Manager
May 6, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
356EN01
Feb 9, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App
Service Manager
Feb 3, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
Service Manager
Feb 3, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
Service Manager
Jun 23, 2020
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
Service Manager
Jun 23, 2020
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
SPJ3070120160419
Apr 19, 2016
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
THIS IS A SERVICE PRODUCT JOURNAL : THE PREVIOUSLY REPORTED ISSUE WITH VIDA 2015 AND BATTERY TESTING HAS BEEN RESOLVED. VIDA 2015 BATTERY TESTING IS THE ONLY APPROVED METHOD FOR PRODUCING BATTERY TEST CODES. THE USE OF VIDA CLASSIC OR OTHER
840008
Oct 1, 2000
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
THIS SERVICE BULLETIN DESCRIBES HOW TO REPAIR A TRIM MOULDING THAT HAS COME LOOSE FROM THE DRIP RAIL ON CERTAIN VEHICLES. *TT
8830034
Dec 1, 1999
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
INFORMATION ON REPAIRING A LOOSE LOCK MOTOR COVER. *TT
8315
Jul 14, 1999
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
SUBJECT REGARDING SOFT TOP POTENTIOMETER. *TT
8830026
Jun 1, 1999
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
THIS SERVICE BULLETIN DESCRIBES HOW TO INSTALL A PLASTIC SLEEVE TO THE LOCK STRIKER ON THE COVER PLATE. *TT
8991
Jun 1, 1999
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
SERVICE CAMPAIGN 91-91L TO PROMOTE CONTINUED TROUBLE-FREE PERFORMANCE OF THE CONVERTIBLE TOP MECHANISM AND TO PREVENT POSSIBLE WATER LEAKS AND WIND NOISE. *TT
830019
Mar 1, 1999
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
GUIDE FOR INSTALLING HEADLINERS. *TT
830018
Mar 1, 1999
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
PROCEDURES ON INSTALLING SPRING CLIP FOR CONVERTIBLE TOP WELL COVER. *TT
830017
Mar 1, 1999
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
SUBJECT ON REPAIRING BEZEL FOR FLAP, REAR SIDE PANEL(S). *TT
840008
Mar 1, 1999
160000 STRUCTURE
PROCEDURES ON REPAIRING DRIP RAIL TRIM MOULDING. *TT
380001
Feb 1, 1999
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
REPLACEMENT OF FUEL GAUGE SENDER. *TT
830017
Feb 1, 1999
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
SUBJECT PERTAINS TO REPAIRING BEZEL FOR FLAP, REAR SIDE PANEL(S). *TT
VOLVO C70 CONVERTIBLE - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLVO C70 CONVERTIBLE across all model years (1999, 2002).
4
Total Recalls
46
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
4
Reported Crashes
2
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths