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Volvo V70 Recalls

23 Transport Canada safety recalls for the Volvo V70, model years 1998–2016. Tap any recall for the hazard, affected models, and corrective action.

Volvo V70 — Seats And Restraints High risk
Jun 30, 2020 Model years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Issue: On certain vehicles, the flexible steel cable that attaches the seat belt to the outside of the front seats may weaken over time. As a result, the seat belt could detach. Sa
Also affects: Volvo S80, Volvo Xc70, Volvo Xc60, Volvo V60, Volvo S60
Volvo V70 — Accessories High risk
Nov 8, 2010 Model years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
On certain vehicles, there is a possibility of overheating issues of batteries in the Garmin nüvi® 760 when certain batteries manufactured within a limited date code range are used
Also affects: Volvo C30, Volvo C70, Volvo S40, Volvo S60, Volvo S80
Volvo V70 — Airbag High risk
Oct 13, 2010 Model years: 2010
On certain vehicles, there may be an intermittent fault in the driver's airbag clockspring wiring connector for the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). If this condition occurs, t
Also affects: Volvo S80, Volvo Xc60, Volvo Xc70, Volvo 1-800-663-8255
Volvo V70 — Engine High risk
Jun 10, 2009 Model years: 2008, 2009
On certain vehicles, the engine cooling fan may stop working due to a software programming error in the Fan Control Module (FCM). Depending on conditions, the driver may experience
Also affects: Volvo Xc70, Volvo S80
Volvo V70 — Fuel System High risk
May 24, 2007 Model years: 2003, 2004
On certain vehicles, the fuel pressure sensor may at times transmit an incorrect signal to the Engine Control Module (ECM). If the signal is outside of the pre-programmed allowable
Also affects: Volvo S60
Volvo V70 — Electrical High risk
Mar 26, 2007 Model years: 2007
On certain vehicles, the electric cooling fan control unit's metal cover may not have received the specified corrosion protection during manufacturing process. Moisture ingress as
Also affects: Volvo Xc90, Volvo S60, Volvo V70xc
Volvo V70 — Label High risk
Nov 28, 2006 Model years: 2007
Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of CMVSS 120. The certification label information was not printed in the prescribed manner or order. Correction: Updated label
Also affects: Volvo S40, Volvo S60, Volvo V50, Volvo 1-800-663-8255
Volvo V70 — Other High risk
Nov 14, 2006 Model years: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002
On certain vehicles, a combination of throttle position sensor (TPS) irregularities, a dirty throttle housing, and/or inefficient software calibration, may cause a warning lamp to
Also affects: Volvo C70, Volvo S60, Volvo S70, Volvo S80, Volvo V70xc
Volvo V70 — Label High risk
Sep 27, 2006 Model years: 2006
Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of CMVSS 110. The Tire and Loading Information Label contains incorrect tire inflation pressure value. If the vehicle is equip
Also affects: Volvo S60, Volvo S80, Volvo 1-800-663-8255
Volvo V70 — Seats And Restraints High risk
Mar 27, 2006 Model years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Certain Volvo 850, S40, V40, V50, V70, XC70 and XC90 equipped with integrated child booster cushions were incorrectly labelled during vehicle assembly. The label indicates that the
Also affects: Volvo 800 Series, Volvo S40, Volvo V40, Volvo V50, Volvo Xc70
Volvo V70 — Electrical High risk
Oct 19, 2004 Model years: 1998, 1999, 2000
On certain vehicles, the Master Light Switch may cease to function. If this occurs, the headlights will not function and a loss of visibility will occur, increasing the risk of a v
Also affects: Volvo C70, Volvo S70, Volvo V70xc, Volvo 1-800-663-8255
Volvo V70 — Electrical High risk
Sep 14, 2004 Model years: 2000, 2001
On certain vehicles, the electric cooling fan may overheat, potentially causing heat damage and, in rare instances, a fire in the engine compartment. Correction: Dealers will repla
Also affects: Volvo S60, Volvo S80, Volvo V70xc, Volvo 1-800-663-8255
Volvo V70 — Lights And Instruments High risk
Jan 30, 2004 Model years: 2002
On certain vehicles, the relay controlling the left and right brake lights may fail. If this happens, the brake lights may be on constantly, even when the vehicle is parked; or may
Also affects: Volvo V70xc
Volvo V70 — Suspension High risk
Jan 19, 2004 Model years: 2004
On certain vehicles, the front lower control arms may not have been manufactured within the agreed specifications and as a result the stud and nut that secure the control arm to th
Also affects: Volvo S60, Volvo S80, Volvo 1-800-663-8255
Volvo V70 — Other High risk
Sep 12, 2003 Model years: 2003, 2004
Certain vehicles do not comply with CMVSS 210.2. The symbol indicating the presence of a lower universal anchorage system, and a reproduction of this symbol were omitted from the o
Also affects: Volvo Xc70, Volvo S80, Volvo S40, Volvo V40, Volvo Xc90
Volvo V70 — Lights And Instruments High risk
May 9, 2001 Model years: 1998, 1999, 2000
On certain Volvo C70, C70 convertible, C70 coupe, S70 and V70, inadequate contact between the bulb and socket could cause the front turn signal not to function as designed. This wo
Also affects: Volvo C70, Volvo S70, Volvo 1-800-663-8255
Volvo V70 — Seats And Restraints High risk
Apr 10, 2001 Model years: 2001
On certain vehicles, the rear outboard seat belt anchorage bolts may have been incorrectly tightened. Correction: Vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, anchorage bolts will
Also affects: Volvo S80, Volvo 1-800-663-8255
Volvo V70 — Seats And Restraints High risk
Apr 10, 2001 Model years: 2001
On certain Volvo V70 wagon, the bolted joint that is used for attaching the bracket that is part of the installation hardware for the ISOFIX-type child restraint, may have been inc
Also affects: Volvo 1-800-663-8255
Volvo V70 — Structure High risk
Sep 14, 2000 Model years: 2000
Certain vehicles may be equipped with a defective tailgate locking mechanism which, in combination with cold temperatures, may cause the tailgate to not lock properly. Should the t
Also affects: Volvo 1-800-663-8255
Volvo V70 — Lights And Instruments High risk
Oct 20, 1999 Model years: 1998
On certain Volvo 850, C70, S70 and V70, the connections in the headlight switch may deteriorate. If this occurs, the headlights will not function and a loss of visibility will occu
Also affects: Volvo 800 Series, Volvo C70, Volvo S70, Volvo 1-800-663-8255
Volvo V70 — Seats And Restraints High risk
Sep 16, 1999 Model years: 1998
On certain vehicles, the frontal passenger air bag may be overly sensitive to certain electrostatic discharges. This could cause the possibility of inadvertent air bag deployment.
Also affects: Volvo C70, Volvo S70, Volvo 1-800-663-8255
Volvo V70 — Emissions High risk
Jan 14, 1999 Model years: 1998
On certain vehicles, the "Vehicle Emission Control Information" label may be incorrect. The label originally affixed incorrectly states that the vehicle conforms to EPA and Califor
Also affects: Volvo S70, Volvo 1-800-663-8255
Volvo V70 — Structure High risk
Oct 26, 1998 Model years: 1998, 1999
On certain Volvo V70 wagon, the location of the tailpipe and the possibility of variability in tailpipe length can present a unique set of circumstances where users of the third ro
Also affects: Volvo 1-800-663-8255
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