Equipment Problems of Volvo XC70

Volvo XC70 owners have reported 23 equipment related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common equipment problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's equipment (18 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's owners/service manual (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Equipment problems of Volvo XC70

The Equipment problem

The windscreen seal has failed. Water leaking into the overhead lighting fixture and main cabin. This will ruin the car, and shouldn't happen to any car. The windscreen, when properly attached to the body, contributes to the structural integrity and crashworthiness of the vehicle.   Read details...

The Owners/service Manual problem

Safety issue the tire pressure label on our Xc70 (VIN: yv4960bz2a1077298) list the proper tire pressure as being 33 psi. At this pressure the tire pressure warning light is constantly on. This renders the federal mandated tire pressure monitoring system essentially non-functioning and places the   Read details...

The Recreational Vehicle Lpg Tank Valve/gauge problem

Prior to a 165 mile road trip the fuel gauge read 1/4 tank - 120 miles to empty. I filled the tank to full before heading out. After refueling, I closed the gas cap but forgot to shut the fuel door. The fuel door open error light came on and the fuel gauge still read 1/4 tank - 120 miles to empty.   Read details...

The Electrical Jack problem

Car jack failed during tire changing. The car jack failed causing jack to bend.   Read details...

The Radio/tape Cd Player problem

The problems include door latches quit working and unable to secure doors when vehicle was stationary, doors could latch but upon starting the vehicle the locks would not engage and unable to drive or leave the vehicle if the doors are unable to engage.   Read details...




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