1998 VOLVO S70

4 recalls, 317 complaints - 298 TSBs

04V504000 Oct 21, 2004
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY CEASE TO FUNCTION.
Consequence
THE HEAD LIGHTS MAY NOT OPERATE PROPERLY WHICH COULD RESULT IN INTERMITTENT OR NO HEADLIGHT FUNCTION. THIS COULD IMPAIR A DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
ON VEHICLES WITH AN ORIGINAL OEM SWITCH, DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH. ALL OTHER VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED TO DETERMINE IF THE SWITCH HAS EEN DAMAGED AND REPLACE ONLY IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 24, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
97,000 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
00V405000 Dec 6, 2000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THERE COULD BE INADEQUATE CONTACT BETWEEN THE BULB AND SOCKET WHICH COULD CAUSE THE FRONT TURN SIGNAL NOT TO FUNCTION AS DESIGNED.
Consequence
THIS WOULD FAIL TO WARN AN APPROACHING DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE IS TURNING AND COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT TURN SIGNAL BULB AND SOCKET.
245,894 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF NA, INC.
99V235000 Aug 30, 1999
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. OPERATION OF THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, CAN RESULT IN INCONSISTENT OPERATION OF THE SWITCH.
Consequence
DRIVER'S COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH.
139,588 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF NA, INC.
99V236000 Aug 30, 1999
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONTAL PASSENGER AIR BAG MAY BE OVERLY SENSITIVE TO CERTAIN ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE.
Consequence
THIS COULD POSSIBLY CAUSE AN INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL GROUND WIRE IN THE PASSENGER SIDE TO ASSURE SUFFICIENT GROUNDING.
124,381 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF NA, INC.

Complaint Statistics

317 total complaints 11 crashes 5 fires 17 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP31
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM20
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE16
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL13
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY11
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS10
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL10
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH9
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE8
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR8
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Sep 14, 2018
Incident date: Sep 2, 2018
I TOOK MY CAR TO THE SEARS AUTO CENTER AT 1178 EL CAMINO REAL IN SAN BRUNO, CALIFORNIA (SEARS STORE #6909) ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2018 FOR FRONT BRAKES. SEARS RETURNED THE CAR TO ME ON 9/2/18 (A COPY OF MY "FINAL INVOICE" IS ENCLOSED). I SUBSEQUENTLY LEARNED THAT THE DUST BOOT FOR THE RIGHT FRONT BRAKE CA... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Sep 14, 2018
Incident date: Sep 2, 2018
I TOOK MY CAR TO THE SEARS AUTO CENTER AT 1178 EL CAMINO REAL IN SAN BRUNO, CALIFORNIA (SEARS STORE #6909) ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2018 FOR FRONT BRAKES. SEARS RETURNED THE CAR TO ME ON 9/2/18 (A COPY OF MY "FINAL INVOICE" IS ENCLOSED). I SUBSEQUENTLY LEARNED THAT THE DUST BOOT FOR THE RIGHT FRONT BRAKE CA... Read more
ENGINE Mar 21, 2018
Incident date: Mar 20, 2018
THE PLASTIC HANDLE OF THE OIL DIPSTICK CAME OFF CAUSING HALF OF THE OIL DIPSTICK TO BE IN THE DIPSTICK TUBE THE CAR WAS NOT MOVING IT HAPPENED WHILE CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL MAKING SURE THERE WAS OIL IN THE CAR MAKING SURE THAT THE ENGINE WILL NOT SEIZE WHILE DRIVING
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Jan 26, 2017
Incident date: Jan 26, 2017
THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE DIM I HAVE REPLACED THE BULBS WITH BRIGHTER BULBS AND THEY ARE STILL DIM I HAVE TO DRIVE WITH THE FOG LIGHTS ON ALL THE TIME IN ORDER TO DRIVE AT NIGHT.
ENGINE Jan 8, 2017
Incident date: Jan 7, 2016
I PURCHASED THIS CAR USED DECEMBER 16 2016 KNOWING IT NEEDED A LOT OF WORK. I HAVE SINCE GOTTEN ALL THE REPAIRS DONE ON JAN 4TH 2017. I NOW NEED TO GET THE CAR EMISSION TESTED AFTER DRIVING 200 MILES THE READINESS MONITORS ARE STILL NOT SET AND HAVE SINCE REPAIRED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND STILL CA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 8, 2017
Incident date: Jan 7, 2016
I PURCHASED THIS CAR USED DECEMBER 16 2016 KNOWING IT NEEDED A LOT OF WORK. I HAVE SINCE GOTTEN ALL THE REPAIRS DONE ON JAN 4TH 2017. I NOW NEED TO GET THE CAR EMISSION TESTED AFTER DRIVING 200 MILES THE READINESS MONITORS ARE STILL NOT SET AND HAVE SINCE REPAIRED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND STILL CA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 20, 2015
Incident date: Aug 12, 2014
KEY STUCK IN IGNITION,&ACCELEROMETER, CAUSES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO STAY ON
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Sep 14, 2015
Incident date: Sep 14, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE RPMS INCREASED AND THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE BRAKE PEDAL FAILED TO SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN AS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. THE CONTACT PUT THE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 23, 2015
Incident date: Mar 3, 2015
KEY WILL NOT COME OUT OF IGNITION. *TR
SEAT BELTS Feb 1, 2015
Incident date: Sep 9, 2014
AS I WAS PULLING OUT ONTO A BUSY STREET, MY SEATBELT LET GO, SPONTANEOUSLY RELEASED ITSELF! IT DOES THIS 2-3 TIMES IN A ROW. WHEN I HEAR THE SOUND OF A SEATBELT BUCKLE CLICKING (AFTER I FASTEN MINE, SOUND SEEMS TO COME FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE!) THEN I KNOW IT'S NOT GOING TO RELEASE AGAIN. AT LEAST N... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Aug 16, 2011
Incident date: Aug 16, 2011
UPON ACCELERATING UP THE HILL OF MY STREET, TODAY, AUGUST 16TH, 2011, MY CAR, A 1998 VOLVO S70 , SPED UP, UNNATURALLY, CLOSE TO THE TOP . I HAD JUST DRIVEN OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, AS I BACK INTO IT ALWAYS, AND PROCEEDED UP THE HILL. AS USUAL, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTED DOWN AS THE CAR APPRO... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Aug 16, 2011
Incident date: Aug 16, 2011
UPON ACCELERATING UP THE HILL OF MY STREET, TODAY, AUGUST 16TH, 2011, MY CAR, A 1998 VOLVO S70 , SPED UP, UNNATURALLY, CLOSE TO THE TOP . I HAD JUST DRIVEN OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, AS I BACK INTO IT ALWAYS, AND PROCEEDED UP THE HILL. AS USUAL, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTED DOWN AS THE CAR APPRO... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE Aug 16, 2011
Incident date: Aug 16, 2011
UPON ACCELERATING UP THE HILL OF MY STREET, TODAY, AUGUST 16TH, 2011, MY CAR, A 1998 VOLVO S70 , SPED UP, UNNATURALLY, CLOSE TO THE TOP . I HAD JUST DRIVEN OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, AS I BACK INTO IT ALWAYS, AND PROCEEDED UP THE HILL. AS USUAL, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTED DOWN AS THE CAR APPRO... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL Aug 16, 2011
Incident date: Aug 16, 2011
UPON ACCELERATING UP THE HILL OF MY STREET, TODAY, AUGUST 16TH, 2011, MY CAR, A 1998 VOLVO S70 , SPED UP, UNNATURALLY, CLOSE TO THE TOP . I HAD JUST DRIVEN OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, AS I BACK INTO IT ALWAYS, AND PROCEEDED UP THE HILL. AS USUAL, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTED DOWN AS THE CAR APPRO... Read more
TIRES Jul 15, 2011
Incident date: Jan 1, 2011
EXCESSIVE TIRE NOISE AND WEAR. *TT
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE Jun 15, 2008
Incident date: Jun 1, 2008
FRONT AXLE ON DRIVER'S SIDE SPLIT IN TWO THROUGH THE CROSS-SECTION. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT Nov 2, 2007
Incident date: Jul 17, 2007
I HAVE A 1998 VOLVO S70 WHICH HAS ABS/TRAC LIGHT PROBLEMS. I'VE BEEN HAVING INTERMITTENT ISSUES WITH THIS WHERE THE INDICATOR LIGHTS COME ON AND THE ABS WILL SOMETIMES PULSATE AND IT MAKES A TERRIBLE NOISE. MY UNDERSTANDING IS THAT WHEN THE ABS INDICATOR IS ON, I DON'T HAVE ABS BRAKES. IT APPEARS ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE Sep 10, 2007
Incident date: Aug 21, 2007
REPLACED TIMING BELT AT 76,000 MI. PER VOLVO MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE. AT 107,000 MI. TIMING BELT TENSIONER AND PULLEY FAILURE RESULTING IN TIMING BELT SLIPPING OFF AND CAUSING MASSIVE VALVE DAMAGE. THANKFULLY, VOLVO OF NA SERVICE STEPPED UP AS DID DARELL WALTRIP VOLVO AND HELPED TO COVER OVER HALF OF... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE Feb 17, 2007
Incident date: Feb 15, 2007
I HAVE A 1998 VOLVO S70 WITH ABOUT 88K MILES ON IT. I HAD A LOT OF WORK DONE ON IT DEC 20, 2006 INCLUDING REPLACING THE TIMING BELT. ON 2/15, WE WERE DRIVING AND THE ENGINE SUDDENLY STOPPED - WE LOST POWER STEERING AND BRAKING, ETC. WE MANAGED TO SLOW THE CAR AND GET INTO A PARKING LOT AND HAD TH... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP Jan 3, 2007
Incident date: Aug 13, 2005
ABS BRAKE UNIT FAILED AT 60K MILES; ALL SERVICE WAS DONE AT DEALER. DOZENS AND DOZENS OF OWNERS HAVE REPORTED THIS TO NHTSA FOR EXACT SAME MAKE AND MODEL. NHTS SEEMS POWERLESS TO TAKE ON THIS ISSUE. HOW MANY DEATHS WILL IT TAKE TO GET SOME ACTION? VOLVO DEALERS AND FORD KNOW WELL THE PROBLEM -- JU... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP Dec 18, 2006
Incident date: Dec 18, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ANTILOCK BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER WHO DETERMINED WHILE THE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED, THERE WAS A FAILURE OF THE ANTILOCK BRAKES. ALSO, THE DEALER DETERMINED THE COMPUTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACE... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) Sep 20, 2006
Incident date: Sep 20, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS ON THE DASH ILLUMINATED CAUSING BOTH COMPONENTS TO BE INOPERABLE. THIS OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER WHO DETERMINED BOTH SYSTEMS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. UPDATED 10/31/2006 -*NM
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP Sep 20, 2006
Incident date: Sep 20, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS ON THE DASH ILLUMINATED CAUSING BOTH COMPONENTS TO BE INOPERABLE. THIS OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER WHO DETERMINED BOTH SYSTEMS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. UPDATED 10/31/2006 -*NM
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Aug 30, 2006
Incident date: Aug 30, 2006
THROTTLE STUCK FULL OPEN WHILE DRIVING!!! THE CAR NEEDED TO BE TURNED OFF TO STOP THE ENGINE FROM REVVING TO MAXIMUM RPM. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAPPENED IN ONE YEAR. *JB
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES May 22, 2006
Incident date: May 20, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED ONCE THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR AND BOTH REAR DOORS ARE LOCKED, THEY CAN NOT BE OPENED FROM THE INSIDE. IN ORDER FOR OCCUPANTS TO EXIT THE VEHICLE, WHILE THE DOORS ARE LOCKED, THE DOOR MUST BE OPENED BY SOMEONE FROM THE OUTSIDE. THE DEALER RECOMMENDED REPLACING THE AUTO WINDO... Read more
SEATS Apr 12, 2006
Incident date: Oct 9, 2004
CONSUMER 1998 S70 ENGINE HAS FAILED ON TWO DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, TIMING BELT SERPENTINE BELT HAS BEEN REPLACED. *TS ***NAR*** THE CONSUMER BELIEVED THIS WAS A PREMATURE FAILURE. THE WATER PUMP WAS LEAKING. THE FRONT SPRING SEAT WAS REPLACED. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Apr 12, 2006
Incident date: Oct 9, 2004
CONSUMER 1998 S70 ENGINE HAS FAILED ON TWO DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, TIMING BELT SERPENTINE BELT HAS BEEN REPLACED. *TS ***NAR*** THE CONSUMER BELIEVED THIS WAS A PREMATURE FAILURE. THE WATER PUMP WAS LEAKING. THE FRONT SPRING SEAT WAS REPLACED. *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Dec 6, 2005
Incident date: Oct 23, 2005
THE ABS ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM IN MY 1998 VOLVO S70 FAILED. THE DASHBOARD LIGHT INDICATED ABS & TRACTION CONTROL (TRACS) FAILURE. NORMAL NON-ABS BRAKING REMAINED. RESEARCH ON SEVERAL VOLVO OWNERS WEB SITES (SUCH AS BRICKBOARD: HTTP://WWW.BRICKBOARD.COM/AWD/?MODEL=S70) SHOWED SYSTEMIC FAILURE OF ... Read more
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY Oct 17, 2005
Incident date: Sep 22, 2005
I HAVE A 1998 VOLVO S 70 WHICH HAS FAILED DC INSPECTION BECAUSE THE OBD SCANNER USED BY THE DMV CANNOT GET A READOUT FOR CATALYTIC CONVERTER, OXYGEN SENSOR AND A COUPLE OF OTHER EMISSIONS RELATED ITEMS. THE CAR ECU SIGNALS "NOT READY". THE CAR RUNS FINE. WE HAVE DRIVEN THE CAR IN ACCORD WITH VOLV... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL Oct 17, 2005
Incident date: Sep 22, 2005
I HAVE A 1998 VOLVO S 70 WHICH HAS FAILED DC INSPECTION BECAUSE THE OBD SCANNER USED BY THE DMV CANNOT GET A READOUT FOR CATALYTIC CONVERTER, OXYGEN SENSOR AND A COUPLE OF OTHER EMISSIONS RELATED ITEMS. THE CAR ECU SIGNALS "NOT READY". THE CAR RUNS FINE. WE HAVE DRIVEN THE CAR IN ACCORD WITH VOLV... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 27, 2005
Incident date: Jul 28, 2005
ENGINE STALLED LEAVING ME STRANDED IN AN INTERSECTION IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. ENGINE WOULD NOT RESTART. POLICE OFFICER HAD TO PUSH ME OFF THE STREET BECAUSE CAR WOULD NOT RESTART. DEALER STILL HAS NOT IDENTIFIED THE PROBLEM. *NM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE Sep 27, 2005
Incident date: Jul 28, 2005
ENGINE STALLED LEAVING ME STRANDED IN AN INTERSECTION IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. ENGINE WOULD NOT RESTART. POLICE OFFICER HAD TO PUSH ME OFF THE STREET BECAUSE CAR WOULD NOT RESTART. DEALER STILL HAS NOT IDENTIFIED THE PROBLEM. *NM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE Sep 15, 2005
Incident date: Jul 27, 2005
1998 VOLVO S70 LOST POWER THEN STALLED MULTIPLE TIMES (9) WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY JULY 27, 2005 . I AM CONCERNED ABOUT DANGER OF STALLING IN TRAFFIC AND GETTING REAR ENDED OR IF STALLS IN INTERSECTION. OR BEING STRANDED. WAS ABLE TO GET IT TO THE DEALER. THEY FOUND "FAILING MASS AIR FLOW SENS... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP Sep 4, 2005
Incident date: Apr 15, 2005
INTERMITTENT FAILURE OF THE ABS/TRACKS SYSTEM - WELL KNOWN/DOCUMENTED DEFECT. VOLVO PARTS CENTER SAYS CAUSE WAS FAULTY ABS UNITS FROM THE PHILIPPINES. THIS CAUSES A FAILURE OF THE ABS SYSTEM, YET VOLVO DOES NOT RECALL?. *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Aug 23, 2005
Incident date: Aug 23, 2005
ABS AND TRACS OFF INDICATOR LIGHTS ARE ON. DEALER DIAGNOSED AS FAILING ABS CONTROL MODULE. DEALER STATED THAT ABS DOES NOT WORK WHILE INDICATOR LIGHTS ARE ON, BUT BRAKES DO. WITH INDICATOR LIGHTS ON, THE SAFETY FEATURE OF ANTI-LOCK BRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROL ARE COMPROMISED.
WHEELS:HUB Aug 17, 2005
Incident date: May 1, 2005
HUB CAPS RUB ON TIRE VALVE STEMS, CAUSING VALVE STEM FAILURE AND TIRE FAILURE. VALVE STEMS REPLACED. HUB CAPS REMOVED. *JB
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS Aug 13, 2005
Incident date: Jun 20, 2005
FRONT DRIVERS SIDE DOOR HINGE FAILED LOCKING DOOR INTO AN OPEN POSITION AND CAUSING DAMAGE TO CAR FRAME. WAS INFORMED BY MY MECHANIC THAT THIS IS A TYPICAL VOLVO PROBLEM. THE FAILURE CAN NOT BE FIXED WITHOUT MAJOR BODY WORK. THIS FAILURE CAUSED A WRIST STRAIN WHEN DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE. *JB
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 9, 2005
Incident date: Feb 1, 2005
98 VOLVO S70; EXPERIENCING A LOSS OF POWER AND STALLING; I'VE HAD TWO MECHANICS LOOK AT MY VEHICLE AND NO ONE CAN PIN POINT THE PROBLEM. I WENT TO MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP, DICK DYER VOLVO ON AUGUST 2ND AND THEY CAN NOT LOOK AT MY CAR UNTIL AUGUST 19TH. AS A MOTHER OF A YOUNG CHILD, IT IS FRIGHTENING T... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Aug 8, 2005
Incident date: Jul 28, 2005
DT: VEHICLE STALLED/DIED, AND LOST POWER DUE TO THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE Aug 2, 2005
Incident date: Jul 29, 2005
1998 VOLVO S70 T5-VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY, WITHOUT PRIOR INDICATION WILL CEASE TO OPERATE WHILE TRAVELING. ENGINE LIGHT WILL COME ON AND ENGINE WILL HESITATE AND THEN SHUT DOWN. OCCURS GENERALLY 2 OR 3 TIMES IN A DAY OR TWO AND THEN MAYBE NOT AGAIN FOR A MONTH OR SO. THREE DIFFERENT VOLVO REPAIR SHOP... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 2, 2005
Incident date: Jan 15, 2005
DT: THE VEHICLE WAS LOSING POWER, IT SHUTS DOWN. USUALLY IT WILL START BACK. CAN CUT ACROSS TRAFFIC, AND IT WILL JUST STALL. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER MANY TIMES, AND THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THEY PUT DIFFERENT PARTS ON IT TO NARROW DOWN THE PROBLEM. THERE IS NO POWER STEERING AFTER IT ST... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Aug 2, 2005
Incident date: Jan 15, 2005
DT: THE VEHICLE WAS LOSING POWER, IT SHUTS DOWN. USUALLY IT WILL START BACK. CAN CUT ACROSS TRAFFIC, AND IT WILL JUST STALL. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER MANY TIMES, AND THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THEY PUT DIFFERENT PARTS ON IT TO NARROW DOWN THE PROBLEM. THERE IS NO POWER STEERING AFTER IT ST... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE May 18, 2005
Incident date: May 9, 2005
MY WIFE'S CAR ('98 S70 T5) STOP LAST WEEK. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID THAT THE TENSIONER SEIZED UP. THIS CAUSED MAJOR DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE ABOUT $3500 WORTH. I GOT THE TIMING BELT CHANGED AT 71,000 ON THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE DEALERSHIP SO THIS TYPE OF PROBLEM WOULD NOT HAPPEN, BUT IT... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS May 18, 2005
Incident date: May 9, 2005
MY WIFE'S CAR ('98 S70 T5) STOP LAST WEEK. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID THAT THE TENSIONER SEIZED UP. THIS CAUSED MAJOR DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE ABOUT $3500 WORTH. I GOT THE TIMING BELT CHANGED AT 71,000 ON THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE DEALERSHIP SO THIS TYPE OF PROBLEM WOULD NOT HAPPEN, BUT IT... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION May 12, 2005
Incident date: May 12, 2005
DT ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM CONTACT STATES EACH TIME THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED THE VEHICLE IS MORE DIFFICULT TO STOP AND THE WHEELS HAVE ALSO LOCKED UP. TRANSMISSION CONTACT STATES THE VEHICLE MAKE A SQUEAKING NOSE WHEN PARKING, THE VEHICLE PULLS TO THE RIGHT SIDE WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEED. ENGINE A... Read more
SUSPENSION May 12, 2005
Incident date: May 12, 2005
DT ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM CONTACT STATES EACH TIME THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED THE VEHICLE IS MORE DIFFICULT TO STOP AND THE WHEELS HAVE ALSO LOCKED UP. TRANSMISSION CONTACT STATES THE VEHICLE MAKE A SQUEAKING NOSE WHEN PARKING, THE VEHICLE PULLS TO THE RIGHT SIDE WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEED. ENGINE A... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC May 12, 2005
Incident date: May 12, 2005
DT ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM CONTACT STATES EACH TIME THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED THE VEHICLE IS MORE DIFFICULT TO STOP AND THE WHEELS HAVE ALSO LOCKED UP. TRANSMISSION CONTACT STATES THE VEHICLE MAKE A SQUEAKING NOSE WHEN PARKING, THE VEHICLE PULLS TO THE RIGHT SIDE WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEED. ENGINE A... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE May 12, 2005
Incident date: May 12, 2005
DT ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM CONTACT STATES EACH TIME THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED THE VEHICLE IS MORE DIFFICULT TO STOP AND THE WHEELS HAVE ALSO LOCKED UP. TRANSMISSION CONTACT STATES THE VEHICLE MAKE A SQUEAKING NOSE WHEN PARKING, THE VEHICLE PULLS TO THE RIGHT SIDE WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEED. ENGINE A... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Apr 6, 2005
Incident date: Jun 1, 2002
UPON APPLYING THE BRAKES THERE WAS A HUMMING NOISE/VIBRATION THAT DID NOT ALLOW THE BRAKES TO RESPOND. THERE WAS A PROBLEM IN THE COMPUTER THAT ENGAGED THE ABS BRAKES. *AK UPDATED 8/9/2006 - *NM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Mar 9, 2005
Incident date: Feb 6, 2005
FAILURE OF CAM BELT ADJUSTER, AT SPEED WITH NO WARNING AND TOTAL LOSS OF ENGINE POWER AND ANCILLARY EQUIPMENT. *AK
1 injured

Showing 50 of 317 complaints.

EPA Fuel Economy, 1998 VOLVO S70

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 24.0 19.0 Premium $4,000
2.3L 5-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 17.0 23.0 19.0 Premium $4,000
2.4L 5-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 18.0 26.0 21.0 Premium $3,600
2.4L 5-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 17.0 24.0 20.0 Premium $3,800
2.4L 5-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 17.0 27.0 21.0 Premium $3,600

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 1998 VOLVO S70

298 manufacturer communications from 169 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT49
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL46
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM25
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE22
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY19
200000 WHEELS17
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER10
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR8
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)
ST-001-2020-09-1 Sep 18, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
ST-001-2020-09-1 Sep 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
SMB00-006-2020-0 Aug 5, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder
SMB31-001-2020-0 Jul 14, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Lithium-ion Hybrid Battery Packs shipping and handling to Volvo Reman
SMB31-001-2020-0 Jul 3, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Lithium-ion Hybrid Battery Packs shipping and handling to Volvo Reman
ST-001-2020-06-2 Jul 2, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
TJ26745.13.5-202 Jun 24, 2020
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Effective immediately, all 12V batteries may be tested using the hand held battery tester 9513030 (BT3300). The VIDA test is still available but no longer required. For battery replacements under warranty, the code generated by the BT3300 m
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
SMB00-013-2020-0 Jun 17, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Service Manager Bulletin: Vehicle Type and Platform Information
SMB00-006-2020-0 Mar 31, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder
ST-001-2020-01-2 Jan 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
SMB00-325-2019-1 Dec 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : SMB00 - 323 and SMB00 - 323A YEA
SMB00-325-2019-1 Dec 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : SMB00 - 323 and SMB00 - 323A YEA
TJ31946.1.2-2019 Nov 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other co
TJ31946.1.1-2019 Nov 14, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other co
SMB00-006-2019-1 Nov 9, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Installation Policy changes.
TJ26745.13.1-201 Nov 9, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Effective immediately, all 12V batteries may be tested using the hand held battery tester 9513030 (BT3300). The VIDA test is still available but no longer required. For battery replacements under warranty, the code generated by the BT3300 m
SMB00-438-2019-1 Nov 9, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments
TJ31543.9.0-2019 Nov 6, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
ST-001-2019-10-1 Oct 17, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
TJ21965.7.0-2019 Oct 16, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
SMB00 438 2019-0 Aug 23, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments
SMB00 108 2019-0 Aug 15, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Retailers should only use a Volvo part number on claims for items purchased directly from Volvo. Failure to follow this policy will result in claim adjustments. Warranty reimbursement rates and quantity limits for the parts listed, with the
SMB00 108C 2019- Aug 15, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Retailers should only use a Volvo part number on claims for items purchased directly from Volvo. Failure to follow this policy will result in claim adjustments. Warranty reimbursement rates and quantity limits for the parts listed, with the
SMB00 006 2019-0 Aug 12, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB84 001 2019-0 Aug 3, 2019
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Windshield replacement products.
SPJ34864 2 0-201 Jun 5, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Service Product Journal: Information Notice. We process the personal data that you provide in connection with the creation of your VIDA account. The purpose of our processing is to administer your VIDA account (from registration t
PB77-006-2019-05 May 7, 2019
200000 WHEELS
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
TJ26745.13.3-201 Mar 8, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Effective immediately, all 12V batteries may be tested using the hand held battery tester 9513030 (BT3300). The VIDA test is still available but no longer required. For battery replacements under warranty, the code generated by the BT3300 m
TJ26745.13.1-201 Feb 23, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Effective immediately, all 12V batteries may be tested using the hand held battery tester 9513030 (BT3300). The VIDA test is still available but no longer required. For battery replacements under warranty, the code generated by the BT3300 m
ST-231-2019-02-1 Feb 16, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 81 Mandatory Tools
ST-231-2019-02-1 Feb 16, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 81 Mandatory Tools
ST-231-2019-02-1 Feb 16, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 81 Mandatory Tools
ST-231-2019-02-1 Feb 16, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 81 Mandatory Tools
ST-231-2019-02-1 Feb 16, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 81 Mandatory Tools
TJ28941-4-0-2019 Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
TJ28941-4-0-2019 Feb 14, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
PB00-013-2019-02 Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Parts Bulletin: Hazmat Return Transportation Documentation and requirements
PB77-006-2019-02 Feb 14, 2019
200000 WHEELS
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
PB77-006-2019-02 Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
TJ28941-4-0-2019 Feb 14, 2019
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
TJ28941-4-0-2019 Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
TJ28941-4-0-2019 Feb 14, 2019
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
PB77-006-2019-02 Feb 14, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
PB77-006-2019-02 Feb 14, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
PB77-006-2019-02 Feb 14, 2019
200000 WHEELS
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
PB00-013-2019-02 Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Parts Bulletin: Hazmat Return Transportation Documentation and requirements
SMB00-437-2019-0 Feb 13, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
SMB00-437-2019-0 Feb 13, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
SMB00-437-2019-0 Feb 13, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
SMB00-437-2019-0 Feb 13, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
TJ21965-5-0-2019 Feb 9, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
TJ21965-5-0-2019 Feb 9, 2019
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
TJ21965-5-0-2019 Feb 9, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
TJ21965-5-0-2019 Feb 9, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 14, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 14, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 14, 2018
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 14, 2018
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 14, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 14, 2018
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 14, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
ST-001-2018-11-2 Dec 4, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
ST-001-2018-11-2 Dec 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
ST-001-2018-11-2 Dec 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
ST-001-2018-11-2 Dec 4, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
ST-002-2018-08-1 Aug 22, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
ST-002-2018-08-1 Aug 22, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
ST-002-2018-08-1 Aug 22, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
190000 TIRES
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
200000 WHEELS
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
200000 WHEELS
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
TJ34013-1-2-2018 Aug 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
TJ34013-1-2-2018 Aug 4, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
TJ34013-1-2-2018 Aug 4, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
TJ34013-1-2-2018 Aug 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
ST002 Jul 18, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
TJ31543 4 6-2018 May 19, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
TJ31543 4 6-2018 May 19, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
TJ31543-4-6 May 16, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
TJ31543-4-6 May 16, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
SMB00-071-2018-0 May 11, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Description of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.
SMB00-071 May 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.
TJ19245114 May 1, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Vehicle type and platform identification REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 19245 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo C
TJ19245114 May 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Vehicle type and platform identification REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 19245 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo C
TJ19245114 May 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Vehicle type and platform identification REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 19245 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo C
SMB00-006C-2018- Mar 29, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, VOLVO S70

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE00031 Opened: Aug 15, 2000 , Closed: Dec 22, 2000
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1998
TURN SIGNAL
There is no summary currently available

VOLVO S70 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the VOLVO S70 across all model years (1998, 2000).

12 Total Recalls
782 Total Complaints
1 Investigations
36 Reported Crashes
7 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

VOLVO S70 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2002 0 3 View
2000 4 197 View
1999 4 257 View
1998 (current) 4 317
1997 0 4 View
1995 0 3 View

Other VOLVO Models

Model Recalls Complaints
VNL 232 176 View
VHD 192 20 View
VNM 142 13 View
VN 125 150 View
S60 122 1,657 View
XC60 121 864 View
XC90 113 2,165 View
V70 92 1,181 View