2005 Volvo V70 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Vehicle Speed Control (4) · Power Train:automatic Transmission (2) · Structure (1)
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Safety recalls (2)
Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module 2021-10-14 · campaign 21V800000 · 194,546 vehicles
Defect: Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2007 V70 and XC70 vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10136.
Equipment:electrical:navigational System(Global Positioning System) 2010-11-08 · campaign 10V566000 · 416 vehicles
Defect: VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
Risk: AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.
Fix: VOLVO ADVISES OWNERS TO PLEASE STOP USING THE GARMIN PORTABLE GPS DEVICE IMMEDIATELY, AND VISIT THE GARMIN WEBSITE TO DETERMINE IF THEIR UNIT IS AFFECTED. THE UNIT'S BATTERY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW BATTERY AND A SPACER WILL BE INSERTED ON TOP OF THE BATTERY NEXT TO THE PCB. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN AT 866-957-1981 OR VISIT GARMIN'S WEBSITE AT WWW.GARMIN.COM/NUVIBATTERYPCBRECALL.
Service bulletins (203)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Engine 2026-04-23 · 35526.1.8 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a technical journal: text plus 2 pdfs and 1 .png oil consumption test. perform the test. follow service procedure description and service sections updated to clarify that vehicle reports are not required.
Unknown Or Other 2026-04-07 · 37809.1.1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a tj text only - the purpose of this tj is to be a master reference list to easily identify any components that are on prior approval. this tj will be regularily updated as items are added or removed from prior approval. current items under prior approval are listed in the "service" sec
Unknown Or Other 2025-12-06 · 19245 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a technical journal. vehicle type and platform identification.
Exterior Lighting 2025-04-10 · 8501 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a technical journal: remote connection, bomgar application. before joining a remote session: •connect a suitable battery maintainer/charger and verify that the battery voltage indicated in vida is between 12.5v and 14.9v. •connect to the vehicle over a wired connection using a voe
Unknown Or Other 2025-02-21 · S10303 · Service Campaign
volvo cars usa llc and volvo car canada ltd on behalf of the volvo car corporation has decided to launch service action s10303 on certain model year 2025 ex90 vehicles. volvo car investigations have identified that there is a pairing issue with the key fob. as a result, there is a possibil
Unknown Or Other 2025-02-13 · S10303 · Service Campaign
volvo cars usa llc and volvo car canada ltd on behalf of the volvo car corporation has decided to launch service action s10303 on certain model year 2025 ex90 vehicles. volvo car investigations have identified that there is a pairing issue with the key fob. as a result, there is a possibil
Showing the 6 most recent of 203 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2022-01-31 · Air Bags“volvo do not want to replace the recall airbag with the same original logo on the airbag. this logo is the “r” on the airbag. the airbag without the “r” is for a regular volvo. …”
2015-09-17 · Vehicle Speed Control · 124,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2005 volvo v70. while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the throttle body modulator failed. the vehicle was repaired but the failure continued to occur. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer who diagnosed that the fuel sensor gauge failed. the vehicle was…”
2014-08-28 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 81,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2005 volvo v70. while the vehicle was undergoing maintenance, it was discovered that the fuel lines were hanging and the plastic cover had detached. the dealer recommended replacing the fuel line cover. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified. the approximate failure mileage was 81,000. updated 10/07/14*l…”
2014-07-14 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 109,000 mi“car stalls dies in traffic. *tr…”
2012-09-07 · Service Brakes · 91,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2005 volvo v70. the contact stated that while traveling 35 mph, the emergency brake engaged, causing the rear driver side wheel to seize. the vehicle was later towed to a private mechanic where it was confirmed that the parking brake failed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure and cur…”
2011-10-20 · Power Train · 100,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2005 volvo v70. the contact stated that radiator fluid would leak into the transmission, causing the vehicle to jerk and perform sluggish. the dealer diagnosed that the contact would need a new transmission. the manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 100,000 and the curren…”
2011-03-08 · Power Train:automatic Transmission · 100,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2005 volvo v70. the contact stated that the vehicle would exhibit a loud banging when changing gears while driving 25 mph and above. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the dealer advised that the transmission fluid would need replacing and the computer would need a software upgrade. the dealer made the repairs bu…”
2010-10-19 · Power Train:automatic Transmission · 79,000 mi“tl*the contact owns a 2005 volvo v70. the contact stated that while at a complete stop she engaged the accelerator pedal; however, the vehicle hesitated and did not respond. the vehicle responded within a few minutes although the failure occurred seven additional times. the dealer was informed about the failure and stated that the vehicle needed a…”
2009-09-07 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 34,900 mi“brake failure during slow-to-stop while moving vehicle into garage. brakes went stiff with little braking action. lifted and replanted on pedal regained braking ability. *tr…”
2008-08-25 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 30,000 mi“tl*the contact owns a 2005 volvo v70r. the contact stated that his vehicle would lose power when accelerating. the acceleration would "drop out" and pick back up for a second or two. it appeared as if the brakes had been applied, but no brake lights would illuminate. as a result, other drivers could not be forewarned about the deceleration, pot…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.