Power Train Related Problems of the 2001 Volvo XC70

Table 1 shows eight common power train related problems of the 2001 Volvo XC70. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission failure (four problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2001 Volvo XC70

The Automatic Transmission problem

The contact owns a 2001 Volvo Xc70. The contact stated that when attempting to drive in reverse, the vehicle would shift into drive and accelerate forward. The dealer nor manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not inspected or repaired.   Read details...

The Transmission Failure problem

Several computer problems that arose suddenly. 1) transmission lights fail to light to indicate proper gear and car enters limp home mode (I. E. , sluggish acceleration) when starting car. No accidents.   Read details...

The Transmission Gear Slipping problem

Normal driving, at approximately 142,000 miles transmission service required light came on after transmission began slipping and "clunking". Transmission failure on 2001 Volvo Xc70. $4,000+ repair, common to the 2001 Xc70 model.   Read details...


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