Volvo V70 2008

Model V70 made in 2008 by Volvo got 3 recalls as well as 43 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling and equipment. The car has one 3.2 engine.

Model 2008

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
3.2 6Semiautomatic, 6 gearsF16/24/1919.6/33.3/24.0531Premium2367MIDSIZE STATION WAGONS24-Jul-07

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN
09V218000VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.from 02/06/2008 to 03/11/2008V (Vehicle)1761407/08/2009MFRVOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.06/12/200906/12/2009
Defect SummaryVolvo 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.
Consequence SummaryThis 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.
Corrective SummaryDealers 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.
NotesVolvo recall no. r214.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 .
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
10V566000VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. V (Vehicle)416MFRVOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.11/08/201011/16/2010
Defect SummaryVolvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
Consequence SummaryAn overheated battery could lead to a fire.
Corrective SummaryVolvo 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.
NotesVolvo 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 .
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS
08V032000VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.from 05/15/2007 to 10/16/2007V (Vehicle)190002/20/2008MFRVOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.01/28/200801/28/2008571213
Defect SummaryCertain 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.
Consequence SummaryThis 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.
Corrective SummaryDealers 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.
NotesVolvo recall no. 189.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE
TJ-1490211/19/201010037485Ready05/24/2011
TJ-1490211/19/201010037485Volvo: software being downloaded is interrupted and the cem fails. there is a cem recovery method. *rm05/24/2011
RTJ-1662905/15/200910030359Volvo: 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 pr09/24/2009
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - HOSE
SC-23211/30/201010036825Volvo: coolant bleeder hose, leaking. vehicles equipped with engine vin code 98 7 99 s16. *pe04/18/2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
TJ-2152711/17/201010037535Volvo: service campaign for a leaking coolant bleeder hose. *rm05/25/2011
TJ-2152711/17/201010037535Ready05/25/2011
SC-23211/30/201010036825Volvo: coolant bleeder hose, leaking. vehicles equipped with engine vin code 98 7 99 s16. *pe04/18/2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
TJ-1930211/17/201010037523Ready05/25/2011
TJ-1930211/17/201010037523Volvo: low oil level or excessive oil consumption and the procedure to handle it. *rm05/25/2011
28-20009/26/200810026143Volvo: 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 610/02/2008
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL
TJ-21297-212/07/201010037819Volvo: when a trailer is attached that has led lights there may be a lighting problem. *rm06/06/2011
TJ-21297-212/07/201010037819Ready06/06/2011
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TJ-1930211/17/201010037523Volvo: low oil level or excessive oil consumption and the procedure to handle it. *rm05/25/2011
TJ-1930211/17/201010037523Ready05/25/2011
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
RTJ-1662905/15/200910030359Volvo: 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 pr09/24/2009
28-7401/03/200828-7410022612Leakage diagnostic function improvements to remedy dtc's. *kb updated 1/22/08. *nj updated 4/7/08. *nj09/12/2007
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
US2053201/28/201110037901Volvo: when there are fuel pressure/guage problems there is a process for determining the fault. *rm06/07/2011
US2053201/28/201110037901Ready06/07/2011
TB-2053202/13/200910028827Volvo: the fuel gauge is inaccurate. after filling tank, fuel gauge rises to indicate approx. 1/2-3/4 tank but not read full; after fuel is consumed, fuel gauge drops normally til approx. 1/4, after which the fuel level does not change.06/01/2009
23-3305/13/200810025024Checking fuel gauge accuracy at cps. *pe07/01/2008
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
TJ-2390505/05/201110039104Ready07/08/2011
TJ-2390505/05/201110039104Volvo: child lock service required message may appear with four possible trouble codes present, but the latch will still function. *rm07/08/2011
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH
TJ-2390505/05/201110039104Ready07/08/2011
TJ-2390505/05/201110039104Volvo: child lock service required message may appear with four possible trouble codes present, but the latch will still function. *rm07/08/2011
PARKING BRAKE
RTJ-1892307/27/200910030931Volvo: when diagnosing an electrically operated parking brake that will not apply or release or a parking brake module (pbm) that is not responding, attention should be paid to which diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) are set. *p12/23/2009
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
432 02507/01/200810025482Sp 432-025, control unit, gear selector replacement; at2512c, ato2512c, at2812c, ato3112c. *pe08/13/2008
SEAT BELTS - FRONT
SMB-88-001A10/13/201110041668Volvo: for owners who require front seat belt extenders which are available. *pe10/24/2011
1609406/20/200810025721Noise from front seat belt-b pillar: there may be a slight rattling noise from the front seat belts heard in the b-pillar area. *pe09/03/2008
SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - HEAD RESTRAINT
US2411101/06/201110037898Ready06/07/2011
US2411101/06/201110037898Volvo: rear seat entertainment is not working because of an electrical harness. *rm06/07/2011
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK
TJ-593105/14/201010033816Volvo: 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 possib09/20/2010
STEERING
RTJ-2085804/15/200910030288Volvo: a knocking noise in the steering. new outer tie rods with improved corrosion resistance were implemented into production on vehicles with speed sensitive steering after the chassis numbers in the header. these parts will also superse09/18/2009
STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
SB-64-23010/27/201010035124Volvo: steering gear extended warranty. volvo has determined that there is the potential for insufficient sealing in the steering gear. this can lead to water or moisture intrusion, resulting in internal corrosion and oil seepage. *pe02/09/2011
TSB-1563610/27/201010034706Volvo: steering gear extended warranty information. had voluntarily extended warranty coverage on certain model and model year vehicles for insufficient sealing in the steering gear. this can lead to water or moisture intrusion, resulting01/05/2011
STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - PUMP
645301/24/201210043546Stron whining noise from power steering pump while moving the steering wheel. *kb04/10/2012
STRUCTURE - BODY - TAILGATE
TJ-24192-103/31/201110039107Volvo: the electrical opening of the tailgate is not functioning due to corrosion of wiring. *rm07/08/2011
TJ-24192-103/31/201110039107Ready07/08/2011
STRUCTURE - BODY - TAILGATE - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
TJ-24192-103/31/201110039107Ready07/08/2011
TJ-24192-103/31/201110039107Volvo: the electrical opening of the tailgate is not functioning due to corrosion of wiring. *rm07/08/2011
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS
TJ-2069805/29/201210044280Volvo: water may enter bulkhead area from running down windscreen due to an inaccurate arch welding and water flush noise is audible when driving around a corner. *pe06/04/2012
SUSPENSION
760811/09/200710023631Suspension noise - analysis and repair instructions. *nj01/17/2008
SUSPENSION - FRONT
RTJ-1764407/29/200910032644Volvo: front subframe rear bushing, groaning/knocking noise. the noise can occur when turning, accelerating, braking, or in a situation with side loads. models v70 r-design included. *pe04/23/2010
SUSPENSION - REAR
TJ-2533611/28/201210047942Volvo: unstable rear suspension, pull or drift due to incorrect wheel alignment or rear wheel camber angle or on uneven road would have clunking or knocking noise from rear suspension due front bushing, in rear longitudinal stay, failed. m12/10/2012