Volvo S70 owners have reported 6 seats related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common seats problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's seats (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front seat power adjust (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Seats problems | |
| Front Seat Power Adjust problems | |
| Front Seat Recliner problems | |
| Mid/rear Seats Assembly problems | |
| Front Seat Head Restraint problems |
Consumer 1998 S70 engine has failed on two different occasions, timing belt serpentine belt has been replaced. ***** the consumer believed this was a premature failure. The water pump was leaking. The front spring seat was replaced. Read details...
While traveling about 20 mph and braking driver's seat moved backwards far enough for passenger to have to take off seat belt and move forward to touch pedals. Towed to dealer, and subsequently fixed/replaced sensor. Have had additional electrical problems. Read details...
While driving at 35 mph and slamming on brakes, seatback fell forward on top of the child. Contacted dealer who was not willing to do anything. The dealer replaced the latch after complaining to Volvo regional headquarters. Read details...
Plastic hinge on the base of the rear seat broke off causing the base of the rear seat to be unstable, Volvo dealer will not replace under warranty stating the problem is due to excess force not a defect in the seat. (father of owner) Read details...
Head restraints mounted too high causing poor visibility. Read details...