KnownCarProblems2008 Volvo XC70 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 39 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Volvo XC70, most often about the fuel system (33% of complaints, typically around 30,000 miles). It is the 3rd most complained-about XC70 model year since 2000 and has 8 recalls.
Most common 2008 Volvo XC70 problems
Fuel system
13 complaints · 33%Half of these problems showed up before 30,000 miles. Parts named most often: storage.
A 2008 Volvo XC70 with approximately 30,000 miles stalled while driving about 30 MPH. The fuel gauge indicated 1/4 tank and the low fuel indicator on the dash was not on. The vehicle had run out of gas.
Rapid loss of power in fast lane on busy highway. Two incidents. First time, gauge said 90 miles to empty. Second time, 125 miles to empty. No indication of questionable low fuel. Check engine light came on. Luckily both times was able to get past semi's, as vehicle lost power totally in less than 30 seconds. From 65…
Engine
6 complaints · 15%Half of these problems showed up before 110,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2008 Volvo XC70. The contact stated that hot air blew from the air vents when the air conditioning was activated. Also, the engine overheated warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the fan control module needed to be replaced. Prestige Volvo…
The contact owns a 2008 Volvo XC70. The contact stated that while her husband was leaving a restaurant drive-thru, the vehicle lost motive power without warning while entering the main street. The driver was waiting for a tow truck to tow the vehicle from the scene. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The…
Visibility and wipers
5 complaints · 13%Parts named most often: sun/moon roof assembly.
The contact owns a 2008 Volvo cross country wagon. While driving 70 MPH, the sun roof exploded. The glass particles projected upward because the headliner was closed and struck the windshield of the vehicle traveling behind the contact. There were no injuries. The contact pulled the vehicle over and noticed a…
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. The passenger and driver side mirrors falling/flying off the…
Air bags
4 complaints · 10%The contact owns a 2008 Volvo XC70. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where, a programming update was made to the air bag system. The failure recurred and the vehicle was taken to the dealer two more times. The manufacturer was made…
The contact owns a 2008 Volvo XC70. While driving unknown speeds, the "SRS urgent needs service" indicator illuminated. The contact called a local dealer (portland Volvo cars, located at 9 US route 1, scarborough, me 04074) and was informed to schedule an appointment. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The…
Wheels and tires
4 complaints · 10%Parts named most often: pressure monitoring and regulating systems, valve.
The contact owns a 2008 Volvo XC70 cross-country. The contact stated that all four tires prematurely wore at 20,000 miles. The tires were replaced but had become worn at 43,500 miles. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the tires were wearing as normal. The manufacturer advised that the tires would…
On or about the above caption date. While traveling north on st rt 219 (west seneca ny) I indicator on the car not low tire pressure. Within 1 minute of this notice the left rear tire of the car blew. Upon repair it was noted by the facility the cause of the failer was the TPMS sensor had corroded on the inside…
Electrical
4 complaints · 10%Battery failure caused by open low current short. If Volvo followed manufacturer specifications upon routine maintenance inspections inclusive of any non-routine electrical faults and attempted repairs in these years in question, and if Volvo followed proper maintenance repair procedures, this unknown problem which…
Am radio quit working several years ago. I complained to Volvo of america and I've lodged a complaint previously with NHTSA regarding the safety factor with the radio not locking onto any am station. It is my concern that in the event of a national emergency I would not be able to receive the alert. I am, also, not…
Brakes
3 complaints · 8%Auto dealership that sold the vehicle had installed brake parts, that were noncompliant with fmvss, which caused, sudden and complete brake failure on 12/1/2018, and $2000.00 in damages to replace entire rear brake system. I was traveling on busy residential street in lou, ky, 7-10mph, narrowly averted two accidents…
Traveling 7-10 MPH, busy residential street in lou, ky, car swerved in front of me, applied brakes, nothing happened. Changed to right lane, attempted brakes, 2nd time, loud grinding noise, from rear of vehicle, no braking action. Pulled vehicle to far-right side of road, put red hazard lights on, pulled off roadway…
Other or unspecified
3 complaints · 8%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. The passenger and driver side mirrors falling/flying off the…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2008 Volvo XC70 recalls
Seat belts: front
Risk: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began december 10, 2020. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is r10029.
Full defect summary
Volvo cars of n.a., llc (volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 v70 and xc70, 2007-2016 s80, 2011-2018 s60 and v60, 2016-2018 s60 cross country, 2014-2020 s60l, 2009-2015 s80l, 2009-2016 xc60 and 2015-2018 v60 cross country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.
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.
Equipment: labels
Risk: This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Fix: The corrective action is to update the vehicles with a new fmvss label, tire and loading information label and TPMS software. Volvo retailers will also apply a label with correct maximum tire pressure information to the owner's manual. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on june 14, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Full defect summary
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010 xc70 vehicles manufactured from december 5, 2006 through october 1, 2009 for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." the fmvss label, tire and loading information label and a page in the owner's manual contain incorrect maximum permissible inflation pressure according to fmvss 110.
Engine: fan
Risk: This situation may result in loss of cooling system function and engine failure. The driver may not have sufficient time to react to the warning light(s) or the text message in the instrument panel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fan control module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during july 2009. Owners may contact volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552.
Full defect summary
Volvo is recalling 17,614 my 2008-2009 s80, v70, and xc70 vehicles. The engine cooling fan may stop working due to a software programming error in the fan control module (fcm). Depending on driving conditions, the customer may experience reduced air conditioning performance, and/or rapid increase in engine coolant temperature.
Electrical: software
Risk: Operating a motor vehicle during inclement weather conditions without functioning windshield wipers can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the cem and upgrade the software free of charge. The recall began on may 15, 2009. Owners may contact volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552, or [email protected].
Full defect summary
Volvo is recalling 12,303 my 2007-2008 s80 and v70 vehicles. The diagnostic software in the central electronic module (cem) may cause a malfunction of the windshield wiper functionality. If this condition occurs, the windshield wipers may not operate when activated; or in certain cases the windshield wipers may activate when not switched on.
Equipment: labels
Risk: This standard specifies requirements for child restraint systems used in motor vehicles and aircraft for the purpose of reducing the number of children killed or injured in motor vehicle crashes and in aircraft.
Fix: Dealers will install a new label with the correct warning information. The recall began on february 20, 2008. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Full defect summary
Certain vehicles equipped with rear integrated booster seats fail to comply with the labeling requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 213, "child restraint systems." labels on the affected vehicles are missing warning information indicating that 'death or serious injury can occur' if the manufacturer's instructions are not followed when using child restraint systems.
Equipment: labels
Risk: The purpose of this standard is to provide safe operational performance by ensuring that vehicles to which it applies are equipped with tires of adequate size and load rating and with rims of appropriate size and type designation.
Fix: Owners will be provided with a correct certification label and installation instructions. If the owner prefers, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on january 31, 2008. Owners may contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552.
Full defect summary
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the wheel information label located on the rear driver's side door pillar was printed missing the wheel size (rim) information.
Air bags: frontal
Risk: Late deploymentof the ic and sips air bags in certain side impact crash situations could increase the risk of injury to the vehicle occupant.
Fix: Dealers will perform a software upgrade of the SRS control unit. The recall began on october 31, 2007. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Full defect summary
In certain vehicles, two software errors have been found in the supplemental restraint system (SRS) control unit software. This may result in a late deployment of the inflatable curtain (ic) and side impact protection system (sips) air bags in certain side impact crash situations. In addition, this software error may also cause the 'SRS airbag - service urgent' message and SRS warning light to illuminate.
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 2008 Volvo XC70
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Volvo XC70?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: fuel system (13 complaints, typically around 30,000 miles); engine (6 complaints, typically around 110,000 miles); visibility and wipers (5 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2008 Volvo XC70 have?
- 8 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from June 30, 2020 (seat belts). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2008 a bad year for the Volvo XC70?
- It is the 3rd most complained-about XC70 model year since 2000, with 39 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.