Driveshaft problems of the 2000 Volvo V70

Two problems related to driveshaft have been reported for the 2000 Volvo V70. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Volvo V70 based on all problems reported for the 2000 V70.

1 Driveshaft problem

Failure Date: 04/15/2005

Consistent grinding sound when driving. It was driveshaft failure. 2000 Volvo xc had only 56,021 miles on it and was driven 4 1/2 years when this began happening. Parts/labor replaced.

2 Driveshaft problem

Failure Date: 12/09/2000

Left front axle snapped under seemingly normal driving conditions,20miles per hour hitting a curb. Is this commonly seen in Volvo cars?it would seem this car is dangerous since it could happen at higher speeds producing serious injuries.




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