Tl* the contact owns a 1997 volvo s70. The contact could not open the door from inside or outside the vehicle. The contact was an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the driver side door actuator failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 119,000.
Vehicle safety record
1997 Volvo S70 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 1997 Volvo S70 with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1) and the brakes (1). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1998 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical S70 year, for its age
#209 most complained-about 1997 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1997 Volvo S70 problems
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No recalls for the 1997 Volvo S70
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1997 Volvo S70. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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4 complaints about the 1997 Volvo S70
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
While driving 40 mph abs/tracson warning light illuminated. This caused the vehicle to brake automatically. Consumer pulled over, and restarted the vehicle. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.*Ak
Consumer ets (electronic throttle module) would intermittently come on while driving ,and causing the vehicle to stall. Dealer was notified, and was able to correct the problem at a cost to the consumer. *Ak
After shutting off engine key sticks in ignition. It takes a few minutes of wiggling to get key out. Dealer replaced cylinder, but this did not remedy problem. *Ak
Volvo S70: every year compared
All S70 years1997 Volvo S70 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Volvo S70 | 4 | 0 | A | |
| 1997 Volvo 850 | 121 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Volvo 960 | 25 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Volvo S90 | 7 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Volvo 940 | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1997 Volvo S70
Does the 1997 Volvo S70 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1997 Volvo S70 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Volvo S70?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1), brakes (1), electrical system (1).
How many complaints has the 1997 Volvo S70 had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 15, 2001 and the latest on May 25, 2016. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1997 Volvo S70 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 84 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Volvo S70 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Volvo S70 years have the most complaints?
1999 (216), 2000 (188), 1997 (4). See every Volvo S70 year compared.
What should I do if my 1997 Volvo S70 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data