CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Volvo V70 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (4 reports).
2005 Volvo V70 recalls
Driver Air Bag May Explode and Hurl Metal Fragments
The driver's frontal air bag inflator in these Volvo V70 and XC70 models may rupture during deployment.
Most common 2005 Volvo V70 problems
Problem areas named in the 21 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
Volvo do not want to replace the recall airbag with the same original logo on the airbag. This logo is the âRâ on the airbag. The airbag without the âRâ is for a regular Volvo.
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.
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
CAR STALLS DIES IN TRAFFIC. *TR
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.
2005 Volvo V70 questions
Does the 2005 Volvo V70 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2005 Volvo V70: Driver Air Bag May Explode and Hurl Metal Fragments; Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System); Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Volvo V70?
Based on 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (4), Air Bags (3), Power Train (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Volvo V70 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.