2009 Volvo XC70 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2009 Volvo XC70 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Wheels (4 reports).

5Recalls
15Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2009 Volvo XC70 recalls

Front Seat Belt Cable May Fail, Leaving Occupants Unsecured

Recall 20V378Jun 30, 2020308,260 vehicles affected

The flexible steel cable that connects the front outboard seat belts to the vehicle can fatigue over time.

Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System)

Recall 10V566Nov 8, 2010416 vehicles affected

Equipment:Other:Labels

Recall 10V190May 7, 2010679 vehicles affected

Electrical System:Software

Recall 09V343Sep 1, 200911,993 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan

Recall 09V218Jun 12, 200917,614 vehicles affected

Most common 2009 Volvo XC70 problems

Problem areas named in the 15 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Wheels4
Tires3
Steering2
Electrical System2
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Engine1
Service Brakes1
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility1
Seat Belts1

What owners report

2025-12-02, Visibility/Wiper
When it rains, water continuously drips through the windshield. It is distracting and obstructs my vision.
2021-07-16, Unknown Or Other
Driver side door latch does not lock. It seems secure but one latch does not move. Warning light comes on. I’m concerned about driving it
2020-03-09, Fuel/Propulsion System
VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN AS IF IT IS NOT GETTING FUEL, STALLS AND SHUTS OFF. IT WILL RESTART AFTER SITTING FOR A WHILE BUT WILL ONLY GO A SHORT DISTANCE BEFORE DOING IT AGAIN. FIRST OCCURENCE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING AT 65 MPH IN FAIRLY FAST MOVING TRAFFIC CREATING A VERY UNSAFE SITUATION. THIS CONTINUES TO HAPPEN AND NOW WE DO NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE.
2020-01-28, Fuel/Propulsion System
VEHICLE STALLS, IT WILL START UP AGAIN, CAN BE DRIVEN A SHORT DISTANCE BUT STALLS AGAIN THIS HAPPENS WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION HAS HAPPENED ON CITY STREETS AND ON THE HIGHWAY A RECALL IS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS PROBLEM VOLVO RECALL NO.R215 RECALL 09V3433000 COMPONENT: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SOFTWARE
2017-03-05, Steering
I STARTED HEARING A LOUD NOISE WHEN I TURNED THE STEERING WHEEL. THE MECHANIC TRIED CHANGING THE POWER STEERING FLUID. THIS REMEDIED THE PROBLEM FOR 6 MONTHS BEFORE THE NOISE RETURNED. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION BY AN IMPORT CAR SERVICE, THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE RACK AND PINION STEERING NEED REPLACING, COSTING $1700.

2009 Volvo XC70 questions

Does the 2009 Volvo XC70 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2009 Volvo XC70: Front Seat Belt Cable May Fail, Leaving Occupants Unsecured; Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System); Equipment:Other:Labels; Electrical System:Software; Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Volvo XC70?

Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Wheels (4), Tires (3), Steering (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Volvo XC70 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.

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