1997 VOLVO V70
0 recalls, 3 complaints - 43 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
3 total complaints
1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 1 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
SUSPENSION
Sep 11, 2000
WHEN DRIVING IN THE CITY OR ON THE FREEWAY VEHICLE WOULD BOTTOM OUT IF THE PAVEMENT HAS CRACKS/BUMPS OR HOLES IN IT. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP & MECHANIC INDICATED PROBLEM DUE TO POOR DESIGN. ALSO, DUE TO BEING IN AN ACCIDENT. OWNER NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT TO CAUSE THIS TYPE OF PROBLEM.*AK THE OWNER S... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Mar 25, 1999
Incident date: Oct 14, 1998
CONSUMER WAS DRIVING SAW WHITE SMOKE. LATER, THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT 20 MPH WHEN SHE SMELLED SMOKE, AND SAW FLAMES COMING FROM THE VEHICLE, AND NEXT THE DRIVER'S SEAT WAS ON FIRE. *AK
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 11, 1998
REQUEST FOR NEW CAR ASSESSMENT PROGRAM RATINGS INFORMATION.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1997 VOLVO V70
43 manufacturer communications from 33 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 7 |
| 071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | 3 |
| 022000 SUSPENSION:REAR | 3 |
| 162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE | 3 |
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 2 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 2 |
| 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 2 |
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
0023
Jul 1, 2002
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BULLETIN DESCRIBING HOW TO CORRECT CONDITION OF OIL LEAKAGE OCCURRING AT ONE OR MORE OF THE OIL PUMP RETAINING SCREWS. *TT THIS BULLETIN REPLACES THE PREVIOUS SB21-0023 DATED OCTOBER 1999. *TT
2840
Dec 21, 2001
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SERVICE MANUAL TP2321201. *TT
850004
May 1, 2001
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
THIS SERVICE BULLETIN DESCRIBES HOW TO REPAIR THE TAILGATE PANEL ATTACHMENTS. *TT
8850004
Nov 1, 2000
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
INFORMATION ON REPAIRING THE TAILGATE PANEL ATTACHMENTS. *TT
3620
Oct 4, 2000
130000 VISIBILITY
HEAD LAMP WIPER MOTOR REPLACEMENT. *TT
460001
Apr 1, 2000
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
EXPERIENCING A WHINING SOUND FROM THE REAR AXLE (FINAL DRIVE) BETWEEN 80 AND 120 KM/H (50-75 MPH). *TT
8850004
Apr 1, 2000
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
INFORMATION ON HOW TO REPAIR THE TAILGATE PANEL ATTACHMENTS. *TT
7770004
Mar 1, 2000
105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW DRIVE SHAFT NUT. *TT
2230047
Feb 1, 2000
071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES ON REPLACING THE FUEL TANK. *TT
230047
Feb 1, 2000
071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
INFORMATION REGARDING THE REPLACEMENT OF THE NEW FUEL TANK WITH INTEGRATED ROLL-OVER VALVE. *MJS
2250010
Feb 1, 2000
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
SUBJECT REGARDING NEW ROUTING OF WIRING FOR OXYGEN SENSOR. *TT
460001
Feb 1, 2000
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A WHINING NOISE FROM THE REAR AXLE (FINAL DRIVE) BETWEEN 80 AND 95 KM/H (50 - 60 MPH). *TT
2230026
Oct 1, 1999
071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
THIS SERVICE BULLETIN DESCRIBES HOW TO REPLACE THE Y-FITTING ON THE FUEL TANK. *TT
3350004
Sep 1, 1999
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE HEADLAMPS MAY VIBRATE WHEN DRIVING AT HIGH SPEED OR WHEN DRIVING ON UNEVEN SURFACES. *TT
4430011
Jul 1, 1999
105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
INFORMATION DESCRIBING HOW TO INSTALL A DAMPER ON THE DRIVE SHAFT. *TT
4309
Jun 24, 1999
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
THIS BULLETIN ADDRESSES CONCERNS OF CASES WHERE TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) 313 (GEAR SHIFT POSITION SENSOR) REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF THE SENSOR. *TT
5520005
Jun 1, 1999
034200 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
AS A RUNNING CHANGE IN PRODUCTION, A NEW TYPE OF BRAKE HOSE HAS BEEN INTRODUCED. THIS SERVICE BULLETIN DESCRIBES HOW TO INSTALL THE NEW TYPE BRAKE HOSE ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AWD. *TT
2260002
Jun 1, 1999
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
INFORMATION ON HOW TO INSTALL A NIPPLE IN THE INTERCOOLER. *TT
2260002
Jun 1, 1999
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
THIS SERVICE BULLETIN DESCRIBES HOW TO INSTALL A NIPPLE TO THE DRAINAGE HOLE IN THE INTERCOOLER. *TT
2250010
Jun 1, 1999
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
SUBJECT REGARDING NEW ROUTING OF WIRING FOR OXYGEN SENSORS. *TT
3370001
Jun 1, 1999
111100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
INFORMATION DESCRIBING HOW TO REPLACE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE AND ALTERNATOR CABLE SEPARATELY. *TT
390003
Feb 1, 1999
221600 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
SUBJECT ON MODIFIED WIRING DIAGRAM FOR POWER SEATS. *TT
8722
Dec 10, 1998
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
COMMENTS ABOUT A NUMBER OF FAN MOTORS ARE BEING REPLACED DUE TO
810001
Nov 1, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
INFORMATION DESCRIBES HOW THE SERVICE MANUALS SHOULD BE UPDATED WITH NEW INFORMATION. *YC
210009
Nov 1, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
NEW TAPPETS HAVE BEEN INTRODUCED TO MAINTAIN VALVE OPERATION. *YC
2309
Sep 29, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 6-1-1 STORED. *TT
880004
Sep 1, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
PROCEDURES ON REPLACING PANEL SEALS. *YC
760002
Aug 31, 1998
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
A KNOCKING SOUND MAY BE HEARD FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. *YC
81815
Aug 28, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
INFORMATION WHICH IS NECESSARY FOR BODY REPAIRS. *YC
210004
Aug 20, 1998
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
A NEW SCREW FOR THE ENGINE CONNECTING ROD CAP HAS BEEN RELEASED. *YC
9711019741F
Nov 1, 1997
061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
VARIOUS INFORMATION ON A NEW CLUTCH FOR TURBO ENGINES. *YC
NHTSA Safety Investigations, VOLVO V70
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE99005
Opened: Jan 15, 1999 , Closed: Jun 30, 1999
FUEL LEAKAGE
There is no summary currently available
PE98043
Opened: Aug 5, 1998 , Closed: Oct 21, 1998
EXHAUST PIPE BURNS
ODI OPENED THIS INVESTIGATION BASED ON TWO REPORTS OF CHILDREN RECEIVING BURNS ON THEIR LEG FROM THE HOT EXHAUST PIPE WHILE EXITING 1998 MODEL YEAR V70 WAGONS VIA THE REAR LIFTGATE.THESE VEHICLES WERE EQUIPPED WITH A DEALER INSTALLED REAR FACING CHILDREN'S AUXILIARY SEAT (AUXILIARY SEAT).ENTRY TO AN... Read more
VOLVO V70 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLVO V70 across all model years (1998, 2016).
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Total Recalls
1,181
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
64
Reported Crashes
31
Reported Fires
1
Reported Deaths
VOLVO V70 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 3 | 6 | View |
| 2009 | 3 | 8 | View |
| 2008 | 4 | 13 | View |
| 2007 | 2 | 8 | View |
| 2006 | 4 | 23 | View |
| 2005 | 4 | 22 | View |
| 2004 | 6 | 118 | View |
| 2003 | 5 | 36 | View |
| 2002 | 6 | 91 | View |
| 2001 | 9 | 268 | View |
| 2000 | 6 | 116 | View |
| 1999 | 4 | 220 | View |
| 1998 | 5 | 242 | View |
| 1997 (current) | 0 | 3 | |
| 1996 | 0 | 3 | View |