CarRecallWatchThe 1999 Volvo V70XC has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (29 reports).
1999 Volvo V70XC recalls
Most common 1999 Volvo V70XC problems
Problem areas named in the 79 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 29 |
| Electrical System | 18 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 7 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 |
| Fuel System, Other | 4 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
What owners report
KEY IGNITION IS FAILING WILL OFTEN NOT START THEN AFTER MOVING KEY AROUND IN IGNITION TO FIND THE PERFECT POSITION THE CAR WILL START
MY VOLVO V70 WAS ON A TEST DRIVE BY THE MECHANIC BEFORE RETURNING THE VEHICLE TO ME AFTER ROUTINE MAINTENANCE. THE CAR HAD 59,800 MILES. THE ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE ALLEGEDLY DUE TO AN OIL GASKET DEFECT. THE VEHICLE WAS ON A LOCAL ROAD IN WAINSCOTT, LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK.
THE CAR WENT INTO A "LIMP HOME MODE" AS I WAS PULLING INTO TRAFFIC, CAUSING SEVERAL CARS TO HAVE TO SWERVE TO KEEP FROM HITTING ME. I CALLED VOLVO AND THEY SAID THE 99 & 00 ( WHICH I OWN BOTH ) MODELS HAD A RECALL ON THE PART. I CARRIED THE CAR TO THE VOLVO DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THE RECALL WAS ONLY TO INSTALL A SOFTWARE UPDATE, NOT TO REPLACE THE PART ITSELF. WELL, THEY DID THE SOFTWARE UPGRADE AND ABOUT HALF WAY HOME, 5 MILES OR LESS, THE ETC LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN AND THE CAR WENT INTO THE LIMP HOME MODE AGAIN, BARELY MAKING IT HOME. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THAT THE MODULE ITSELF NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND WAS NOT COVERED BY THE RECALL ????? THEY TOLD ME IT WOULD BE BETWEEN
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO V70XC. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS FUEL LEAKING FROM THE TOP OF THE FUEL TANK CAUSING IT TO FAIL INSPECTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER NOR TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED REGARDING THE FAILURE BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 101,000.
MY 1999 V70R WITH 122,000 MILES HAS HAD THE MOST PROBLEMS OF ANY VOLVO I HAVE OWNED IN 44 YEARS; HEATER CORE, ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE, STEERING RACK, WHEEL BEARINGS, LOWER CONTROL ARMS, BALL JOINTS, PARKING BRAKE FAILURE, BRAKE LINES AND HOSES, AND NOW? THE TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED COMPLETELY AFTER A 105,000 MILE CHECKUP BY THE DEALER SHOWED NO ISSUES. 2 MONTHS LATER - WILL NOT SHIFT INTO 4TH GEAR AND BUCKS LIKE A HORSE. WHY DO I READ ABOUT MANY SIMILAR COMPLAINTS BUT SEE NO ACTION - RECALL OR REIMBURSEMENT OR FIX FROM VOLVO? *TR
1999 Volvo V70XC questions
Does the 1999 Volvo V70XC have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1999 Volvo V70XC: Vehicle Speed Control; Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Volvo V70XC?
Based on 79 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (29), Electrical System (18), Fuel System, Gasoline (9).
How do I check if a recall on my 1999 Volvo V70XC 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.