KnownCarProblems2007 Volvo XC70 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 25 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Volvo XC70, most often about the electrical (28% of complaints). It is 6th of 16 XC70 model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2007 Volvo XC70 problems
Electrical
7 complaints · 28%Parts named most often: ignition.
The contact owns a 2007 Volvo XC70. The contact stated that while parked the key became stuck in the ignition and would not release or turn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated the ignition lock switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate…
The contact owns a 2007 Volvo XC70. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH the vehicle lost all electrical power. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. Electrical power was restored after the vehicle was shut off and restarted. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing.…
Seat belts
5 complaints · 20%Parts named most often: front.
Nothing we know of caused this failure except folding the rear seat down in the cargo position. When we raised the seat up the seat belt wouldn't release. Now we don't have a seat we can use and no operating seatbelt. I tried to get the roll to release then took it to a dealer who refused to warranty it since I tried…
Front seatbelt stuck in the retracted position and therefore the seatbelt cannot be used. The vehicle was parked when the defect was discovered.
Suspension
4 complaints · 16%While traveling on the highway with 3 family members and our dog in the car this last weekend, there was suddenly a loud bang (sounded like something had hit the car). The road was smooth and weather was good. I pulled over immediately and could see nothing. Cautiously driving the rest of the way home (approx. 15…
Initial rear spring failure driver side on 5/23/2011. Car out of warranty at 50,00. Appealed to dealer and Volvo of america with no consideration for failure major suspension component, warranty, and safety issue. Second spring failure on 4/2/2012, passenger side, mileage 67,274.
Air bags
4 complaints · 16%Lights
3 complaints · 12%The contact owns a 2007 Volvo XC70. While driving at night, the lens cover on the headlamps was faulty. The contact was unable to see the road clearly because the lens cover was blurry. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the headlamp needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
Speed control
3 complaints · 12%After driving for about 20 minutes in 77f, sunny, dry conditions, I'd come off the freeway and stopped for about 15 seconds at a light to make a left turn. When I started making the left, someone blew through the red light to turn right coming from the opposite direction right in front of me. I let off the throttle…
Serious engine speed surging. Jumps to over 8000 RPM. Happens when stopping on octane, not always. I could have got killed while backing into my driveway on a hill. I have seen this at least 4 times and will not drive it. I informed my insurer. At dealer now, they say they have never heard of this and cannot…
Engine
3 complaints · 12%When driving through puddles of water, slush or snow, the exhaust may cool down fast enough to change shape and touch the propeller shaft, causing a high pitched squealing noise. This noise will be noticed by the driver for only a short time; once the exhaust temperature equalizes the noise will disappear. This…
Vehicle ignition assembly failed, immobilizing car. Key wouldn't move past "I" position, preventing it from starting. The steering wheel was locked and the transmission couldn't be moved from the park position. Vehicle had to be towed to Volvo dealer for repair.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2007 Volvo XC70 recalls
Air bags: inflator module
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.
Full defect summary
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.
Equipment: navigational system(global positioning system)
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.
Full defect summary
Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (GPS) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2007 Volvo XC70
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Volvo XC70?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (7 complaints); seat belts (5 complaints); suspension (4 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2007 Volvo XC70 have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from October 14, 2021 (air bags). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2007 a bad year for the Volvo XC70?
- It is 6th of 16 XC70 model years by number of complaints, with 25 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.