Volvo S70 owners have reported 31 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's door (13 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's door hinge (10 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Door problems | |
| Door Hinge problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Trunk Lid problems | |
| Body problems | |
| Frame And Members problems |
The contact owns a 1997 Volvo S70. The contact could not open the door from inside or outside the vehicle. The contact was an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the driver side door actuator failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. Read details...
Driver's side door makes loud popping noises when opened, closed. Middle door hinge (larger ones above and below; located just below wiring harness) has broken away from frame of car body because of faulty welding. Read details...
Dashboard began making very loud noises. Dealership informed me that the dash has come loose from the firewall. Dealership informed me that this is very common in the 1997 and 1998 models. Dealership said that I need a new dashboard because the clips holding it are broken. Read details...
Automatic door locks and automatic trunk lock failed to open. Read details...
Failure of weld of left front (driver) door check - separated from frame of car. Second occurrence in 9 years Read details...