Structure Related Problems of the 1998 Volvo S70

Table 1 shows five common structure related problems of the 1998 Volvo S70. The number one most common problem is related to the door (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the structure (two problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Volvo S70


Recently reported Structure problems of the 1998 Volvo S70

The Door problem

1) problem with right rear passenger door lock, not unlocking. Must manually unlock from inside of car. 2) driver side door not closing. When attempting to close door it bounces back. The only way to close the door is to force it with body weight.   Read details...

The Structure problem

While braking, the vehicle vibrated. Took vehicle to dealership and the mechanic indicated there was a crack in the brake master cylinder. The abs light illuminated, the oxygen sensor was replaced, the vacuum line was replaced, the upper torque arm bushing broke, the door locking system broke, the   Read details...

The Door Hinge problem

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.   Read details...


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