Is the Volvo C70 Reliable?
1998–2013 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Volvo C70 Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 5 | — | — | 95 | Excellent |
| 2012 | 0 | 12 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2011 | 0 | 12 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2010 | 1 | 4 | — | — | 91 | Excellent |
| 2009 | 1 | 7 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2008 | 1 | 10 | 1 | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2007 | 2 | 14 | — | — | 76 | Good |
| 2006 | 1 | 3 | — | — | 92 | Excellent |
| 2005 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2004 | 0 | 14 | 1 | — | 86 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the C70 Compares to Similar Vehicles
The C70 scores 21 points above the average sports — a strong result.
Known Volvo C70 Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 81 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Volvo C70 reliable?+
The Volvo C70 scores 88/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 6 recall campaigns and 81 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year C70 is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2013 C70 achieved the highest reliability score of 95/100 with 0 recalls and 5 complaints.
How many miles does a C70 last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Volvo C70 owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used C70 will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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