Headlight Switch problems of the 1998 Volvo V70

Five problems related to headlight switch have been reported for the 1998 Volvo V70. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Headlight Switch problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2006

The headlight switch malfunctioned.

2 Headlight Switch problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2004

Consumer stated vehicle experienced the same problem as stated in recall 99v235000. Took vehicle into the dealer for repairs,. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.

3 Headlight Switch problem

Failure Date: 02/23/2004

Headlight switch for exterior lights does not work as it should. There is a recall for this switch to be replaced , but the dealer states that this vehicle does not have the right VIN number for replacement. The VIN numbers are not shown on the recall.

4 Headlight Switch problem

Failure Date: 06/20/2003

Consumer states headlight switch broke, causing headlights to be inoperative. Dealer states recall has been issued, but this vehicle was not included due to VIN.

5 Headlight Switch problem

Failure Date: 05/25/2003

Headlight switch fell apart causing us to loose lights while on highway. Though a recall is listed for this year and this problem, Volvo refuses to acknowledge it applies to this vehicle or do the repair per the recall. Recall campaign # 99v235000.

Other Exterior Lighting related problems of the 1998 Volvo V70

Headlights problems	11
Turn Signal problems	8
Headlight Switch problems	5
Turn Signal Flasher Unit problems	4
Turn Signal Switch problems	2
Brake Light problems	2
Hazard Flashing Warning Light Switch problems	2
Tail Light problems	2
Back Up Lights problems	1

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