Equipment Problems of Volvo V70

Volvo V70 owners have reported 24 equipment related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common equipment problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's equipment (16 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's air conditioner (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Equipment related problems of Volvo V70


Recently reported Equipment problems of Volvo V70

The Equipment problem

Sunroof exploded while mechanic was driving the vehicle. Fortunately, sunroof visor was closed, so only minor amount of glass entered the vehicle, and no injury from the explosion or glass. There was no inspection by manufacturer or police, as not needed, also no warning lights, etc.   Read details...

The Air Conditioner problem

Malfunctioning of the electronic throttle system (ets) on my 1999 Volvo V70 station wagon caused me to lose power or stall completely while driving. It happened several times prior to having the ets replaced. It occurred for me at low speeds and in light traffic allowing me to get off the road.   Read details...

The Carrier/rack problem

The bracket bolt became loose and fell off the roof of the vehicle. Please fill in additional information. Dealer is aware of the problem.   Read details...

The Air Conditioner problem

31 July 2007 - failed air conditioning condenser, 2 August 2007 - failed air conditioning compresser. Vehicle has 47,400 miles.   Read details...

The Electrical Equipment problem

I read about your company in this past Sunday's philadelphia inquierer. The air conditioning in my Volvo no longer works, and I needed to replace the throttle body control. There are technical service bulletins on both of these items.   Read details...




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