2005 Volvo V70: problems, recalls and reliability
4 recalls and 21 owner complaints on record; most reports concern vehicle speed control.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Oct 2021
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“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.”Owner report · Air Bags · Jan 2022
“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 not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 124,000.”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · May 2015
“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*lj the consumer stated prior model years were recalled. Updated 3/24/2015*js”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Aug 2014
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“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 current mileages were 91,000.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Sep 2012
“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 current mileage was 103,000. The VIN was unavailable.”Owner report · Power Train · Jun 2011
“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 but to no avail. The failure mileage was 100,000.”Owner report · Power Train · Jul 2010
“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 new transmission. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 79000. The current mileage was 85000.”Owner report · Power Train · Oct 2009
“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”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jul 2008
“Tl*the contact owns a 2005 volvo v70. The contact stated that the vehicle constantly stalls. On one occasion, the vehicle stalled while driving 60 mph and the check engine light illuminated. The contact noticed that when she kept the fuel amount at half a tank, the vehicle would not stall. The dealer stated that the fuel sensor pressure was causing the failure. The manufacturer stated that they were aware of the failure; however, her VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 07v226000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was repaired at the cost of $392. The engine size was unknown. The current mileage was 69,734 and failure mileage was 67,000.”Owner report · Fuel System, Other · Feb 2008
“Consumer complaint for michelin energy tires. She states in the past 2.5 years she has had 6 sidewall blowouts with these tires. She is concerned for the safety of her self and children and wants them recalled. *kb the consumer stated has 2.5 years left on the warranty of this tire and would like to have a different tire for the vehicle. The check engine light illuminated due to an evaporator leak *tr”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Oct 2007
Recalls - 4 campaigns
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.
Remedy: 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.
CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THE LABEL DENOTING THE TIRE AND LOADING PRESSURE INFORMATION IS INCORRECT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL THE CORRECT LABELS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
Remedy: 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.
CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAIL AND LEAK BRAKE FLUID.
Remedy: CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.
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Is the 2005 Volvo V70 reliable?
NHTSA has 21 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns on record for the 2005 Volvo V70. The most complained-about area is vehicle speed control.
Does the 2005 Volvo V70 have open recalls?
4 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning air bags:frontal. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.