Power Train Related Problems of the 2002 Volvo XC70

Table 1 shows six common power train related problems of the 2002 Volvo XC70. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission gear slipping (two problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2002 Volvo XC70

The Automatic Transmission problem

The contact owns a 2002 Volvo Xc70 cross country. While driving, the contact stated that the vehicle would down shift, causing the vehicle to jerk. A local mechanic diagnosed that the vehicle needed a new transmission. The dealer nor manufacturer were contacted. The vehicle was not repaired.   Read details...

The Transmission Gear Slipping problem

2002 Volvo cross country transmission problem. The vehicle has 143,000 and transmission is going bad. According to the mechanic this is a common problem. The transmission slips and jerks when gearing down.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

Our 2002 Volvo Xc70 has a tendency to jerk ?violently? forward ?shift flare? and harsh shifting problems at low and high speeds without warning and has done so on several occasions while riding with our family; frightening everyone in the vehicle and potentially causing a serious accident.   Read details...


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