Volvo XC70 Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Volvo XC70 — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016Best | Excellent | — | — | — | — | — | — | Full report → |
| 2015 | Excellent | — | 4 | — | — | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2014 | Excellent | 1 | 3 | — | — | — | Fuel System / Gasoline | Full report → |
| 2013 | Excellent | — | 2 | — | — | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 2012 | Good | 1 | 5 | — | — | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 2011 | Good | 1 | 7 | 1 | 1 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2010 | Good | 4 | 9 | — | — | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2009 | Good | 5 | 10 | — | — | — | Wheels | Full report → |
| 2008 | Avoid | 6 | 33 | 4 | — | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2007 | Good | 1 | 20 | — | — | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2006 | Good | 1 | 7 | — | — | — | Suspension | Full report → |
| 2005 | Good | 1 | 11 | — | — | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2004Worst | Avoid | 2 | 69 | 1 | 1 | — | Fuel/Propulsion System | Full report → |
| 2003 | Good | 3 | 15 | 1 | 1 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2002 | Caution | 2 | 21 | — | — | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2001 | Caution | 2 | 31 | 2 | 4 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
16 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Volvo XC70 Problems
Based on 247 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Volvo XC70 Reliability
What year XC70 has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2004 Volvo XC70 had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 69 complaints and 2 safety recalls. See the full 2004 report for specific defects.
Is the Volvo XC70 reliable?
The Volvo XC70 has accumulated 247 owner-filed complaints and 30 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2016 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used XC70.
What are the most common XC70 problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Power Train (35 reports), Fuel/Propulsion System (29 reports), Suspension (24 reports), Fuel System / Gasoline (18 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my XC70 has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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