Volvo V70 2007
Model V70 made in 2007 by Volvo got 4 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 32 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, power train and service brakes, hydraulic. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There was one recall concerning equipment . The car has 3 modeles with engines 2.5 turbo, 2.4 and 2.4 turbo.
Model 2007
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 Turbo | 5 | Lockup/automatic, 5 gears | 4 | 20/27/23 | 21.9/35.2/26.3864 | Premium | 1860 | MIDSIZE STATION WAGONS | |
| 2.5 Turbo | 5 | Semiautomatic, 5 gears | 4 | 20/28/23 | 22.3563/36.2032/27.0041 | Premium | 1860 | MIDSIZE STATION WAGONS | |
| 2.4 | 5 | Lockup/automatic, 5 gears | F | 21/29/24 | 23.2965/37.2738/28.0257 | Premium | 1783 | MIDSIZE STATION WAGONS | |
| 2.4 | 5 | Manual, 5 gears | F | 22/29/24 | 24/37.5/28.6396 | Premium | 1783 | MIDSIZE STATION WAGONS | |
| 2.4 Turbo | 5 | Manual, 6 gears | F | 20/26/22 | 21.8/33.6/25.8918 | Premium | 1945 | MIDSIZE STATION WAGONS | |
| 2.4 Turbo | 5 | Semiautomatic, 5 gears | F | 20/28/23 | 22.2/36.5/26.9516 | Premium | 1860 | MIDSIZE STATION WAGONS | |
| 2.5 Turbo | 5 | Semiautomatic, 5 gears | F | 20/29/23 | 22.2/37.1/27.0972 | Premium | 1860 | MIDSIZE STATION WAGONS | |
| 2.5 Turbo | 5 | Manual, 6 gears | 4 | 18/24/21 | 20.2/31.3/24.0357 | Premium | 2035 | MIDSIZE STATION WAGONS | |
| 2.5 Turbo | 5 | Semiautomatic, 6 gears | 4 | 17/25/20 | 19.1994/32.4935/23.5318 | Premium | 2138 | MIDSIZE STATION WAGONS |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V566000 | VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. | V (Vehicle) | 416 | MFR | VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. | 11/08/2010 | 11/16/2010 | |||||||||
| 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | An overheated battery could lead to a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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 is expected to begin during november 2010. owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Volvo safety recall no. r231.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE | |||||
| 8845 | 02/08/2007 | 10021204 | Passenger airbag off indication with belted adult passenger. *kb | 03/22/2007 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE | |||||
| TJ-14902 | 11/19/2010 | 10037485 | Volvo: software being downloaded is interrupted and the cem fails. there is a cem recovery method. *rm | 05/24/2011 | |
| TJ-14902 | 11/19/2010 | 10037485 | Ready | 05/24/2011 | |
| RTJ-20756 | 06/11/2012 | TJ-20756-2 | 10032914 | Volvo: differential electronic module (dem), software. this technical journal applies to all awd model vehicles, starting from 2003. *pe updated on 4/10/2012. *kb updated 6/13/12. *pe | 06/11/2010 |
| RTJ-20756 | 10/30/2009 | 10032914 | Volvo: differential electronic module (dem), software. this technical journal applies to all awd model vehicles, starting from 2003. *pe | 06/11/2010 | |
| RTJ-16629 | 05/15/2009 | 10030359 | Volvo: leakage detection diagnostics improvements to remedy dtc's. all models from model years 2003-2008. diagnostic monitor for the evaporative emission system small leak, has used a software function that calculates leakage based on a pr | 09/24/2009 | |
| 182 | 09/01/2007 | 10023152 | Volvo 2007 s60, v70, xc70 and xc90 vehicles equipped with active bi-xenon (abl) headlights have an abl tourist functionality. designed for markets where they drive on opposite sides of the road. *nj | 10/30/2007 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - HOSE | |||||
| SC-232 | 11/30/2010 | 10036825 | Volvo: coolant bleeder hose, leaking. vehicles equipped with engine vin code 98 7 99 s16. *pe | 04/18/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | |||||
| SC-232 | 11/30/2010 | 10036825 | Volvo: coolant bleeder hose, leaking. vehicles equipped with engine vin code 98 7 99 s16. *pe | 04/18/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 28-200 | 09/26/2008 | 10026143 | Volvo: extend warranty coverage for the engine management software (ems) on some model year 2003-2008 models. p45 csc letter was received. *pe ref: 10026144 (p-46), 10026145 (p-54), 10026146 (p-55), 10026147 (p-76). updated 6 | 10/02/2008 | |
| 46-11 | 05/15/2008 | 46-11 | 10022698 | Dem dtcs (differential electronic module diagnostic trouble codes). *nj updated 4/7/08. *nj updated 7/14/08 *pe | 09/21/2007 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH | |||||
| RTJ-19254 | 07/06/2009 | 10027285 | Volvo: headlamp low beam connector replacement. a new method of repair for halogen type low-beam headlamps has been developed to address complaints for vehicles. updated 3/27/09. *pe updated 12/23/09. | 01/12/2009 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||||
| 23-29 | 01/17/2008 | 10024347 | Installing extra fuel pump feed cable. *nj | 04/07/2008 | |
| 23-31 | 04/16/2008 | 10023657 | New fuel pump for starting problems when parked downhill. *nj updated 6/5/08. *nj | 01/22/2008 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||||
| RTJ-16629 | 05/15/2009 | 10030359 | Volvo: leakage detection diagnostics improvements to remedy dtc's. all models from model years 2003-2008. diagnostic monitor for the evaporative emission system small leak, has used a software function that calculates leakage based on a pr | 09/24/2009 | |
| 28-74 | 01/03/2008 | 28-74 | 10022612 | Leakage diagnostic function improvements to remedy dtc's. *kb updated 1/22/08. *nj updated 4/7/08. *nj | 09/12/2007 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | |||||
| 166 | 03/29/2007 | 10021487 | Fuel filler door replacement procedures. *kb | 05/10/2007 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| RTJ-21324 | 07/10/2009 | 10032425 | Volvo: the 5 speed automatic transmission, aw55-50/51, has a bolt on top that anchors the b4 band, which applies 3rd gear. if that bolt is removed, the band will be disengaged and 3rd gear will be inoperative. this includes c70 coupe and | 03/24/2010 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | |||||
| US16761 | 01/05/2011 | 10037893 | Ready | 06/07/2011 | |
| TJ-US16761 | 05/25/2012 | TJ-16761-1.13 | 10037893 | Volvo: there is a software update. *rm updated 4/11/2012. *kb updated 4/13/12. *pe updated 5/15/12. *pe updated 6/4/12. *pe | 06/07/2011 |
| US16761 | 01/05/2011 | 10037893 | Volvo: there is a software update. *rm | 06/07/2011 | |
| 4002 | 07/07/2006 | 10016434 | Transmission control module (tcm) upgrades available to correct complaints/symptoms. *tt | 09/12/2005 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) | |||||
| 432 025 | 07/01/2008 | 10025482 | Sp 432-025, control unit, gear selector replacement; at2512c, ato2512c, at2812c, ato3112c. *pe | 08/13/2008 | |
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DIFFERENTIAL UNIT | |||||
| US20756 | 01/05/2011 | 10037896 | Ready | 06/07/2011 | |
| US20756 | 01/05/2011 | 10037896 | Volvo: abs light on, four-wheel drive is not working. there is a software problem. *rm | 06/07/2011 | |
| RTJ-22103 | 12/23/2009 | 10033045 | Volvo: rear differential housing, leakage and resealing. oil leakage/moisture from the rear differential housing halves can be resolved by resealing the housing and replacing the seals. the rear differential itself does not normally need | 06/28/2010 | |
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT | |||||
| SMB-88-001A | 10/13/2011 | 10041668 | Volvo: for owners who require front seat belt extenders which are available. *pe | 10/24/2011 | |
| 16094 | 06/20/2008 | 10025721 | Noise from front seat belt-b pillar: there may be a slight rattling noise from the front seat belts heard in the b-pillar area. *pe | 09/03/2008 | |
| SEATS | |||||
| 8528 | 06/18/2007 | 8528 | 10019642 | Front seats, play in lower part of backrest/adjust. *tt updated on 08-02-07. *kb | 04/12/2006 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK | |||||
| TJ-5931 | 05/14/2010 | 10033816 | Volvo: unnecessary brake control module (bcm) replacements. when diagnosing diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) for brake control system, technician must always follow complete diagnostic fault tracing path in vida. vida always lists possib | 09/20/2010 | |
| STEERING - ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||||
| 6417 | 08/24/2007 | 10022614 | Power steering fluid leak at reservoir. *kb | 09/12/2007 | |
| TIRES - PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | |||||
| 00211 | 07/15/2007 | 10022699 | New technical courses available. introduction to tire pressure monitoring systems - classes now available. this course is intended to familiarize technicians and workshop foremen with volvo's tire pressure monitoring systems. *nj | 09/21/2007 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 01/10/2007 | 26162 | 4 | 08/30/2003 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 volvo v70. while driving approximately 25-30 mph, the vehicle would suddenly turn off without warning. the vehicle would restart once stopped and placed in park. the vehicle was taken in for service three times. the first time the vehicle was taken to an auto shop to be serviced for the recall, and the last two times it was taken to the dealer; however, the failure could not be identified. the current mileage was 33,000 and failure mileage was 26,162. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 06/02/2009 | 50000 | 1 | 05/26/2007 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 volvo v70. the contact stated that if he did not aggressively accelerate while driving up hill, the vehicle would roll backwards. he notified the manufacturer and was advised by a representative that the failure was a normal characteristic of the vehicle. he was in the process of taking the vehicle to a transmission specialist. the current mileage is 54000 updated 09/23/09 *bf updated 09/30/09.*jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 09/20/2007 | 6500 | 1 | 04/12/2007 |
| Loss of braking power while trying to slow on an incline of approximately 8%. accompanied by clicking that sounds like abs engaging. releasing brake and reapplying resolved. speed approximately 15mph. *tr | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST | |||
| 09/20/2007 | 6500 | 1 | 04/12/2007 |
| Loss of braking power while trying to slow on an incline of approximately 8%. accompanied by clicking that sounds like abs engaging. releasing brake and reapplying resolved. speed approximately 15mph. *tr | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | IRVINE | 92618 | VOLVO OF IRVINE | 9494542999 |
| CA | SAN LEANDRO | 94577 | MCKEVITT VOLVO | 510-895-5000 |