2007 Volvo XC70 Problems, complaints & recalls

Description of Safety Problem:This complaint is a formal report of an open safety recall remedy failure under NHTSA Campaign 21V800 (Volvo Recall R10136). On 7/8/2026, an authorized manufacturer dealership (Volvo Cars Palo Alto) replaced the driver's airbag module on my 2007 Volvo XC70. Prior to this mandatory safety service, the vehicle's Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) network functioned flawlessly with no dashboard warning lights. Shortly after picking up the vehicle, the "SRS Service Urgent" hard fault was...

The driver airbag has been under recall per letter dated 12/14/21, NHTSA RECALL #21V-800 We scheduled initial repair with dealer upon receipt of notice last December, however, this has not been accomplished and as of 9/23/22 as we are continually told the part needed remains on backorder. We had contacted Volvo directly on 3/31/22 and they stated the dealer would have to order the part. The "incident" or complaint filed here is due to the inability of being able to have this recalled part replaced in over 9 months and belief that manufacturer is delaying required replacement part due to the age of the vehicle.

Transmission issues, shifting, stop bump. Headlight issues wiring and hid ballast. Engine Evap work done. Back drivers side seat belt locking mechanism faulty. Knocking clinging under carriage in suspension areas.

The contact owns a 2007 Volvo XC70. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V800000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

2007 Volvo xc-70. Consumer writes in regards to nhtsa safety recall 21v-800. The consumer stated there were no volvo dealerships within a reasonable distance to perform the repair. The consumer requested to have the necessary parts sent to a local automotive shop.

Front seatbelt stuck in the retracted position and therefore the seatbelt cannot be used. The vehicle was parked when the defect was discovered.

Started my car in the morning and it sounded normal (it had driven perfectly normal the day before). When I tried to back out of the driveway, it had no power in reverse and barely crept onto the road. When I put it into drive, it had no power either-only crawled very slowly. When I put it into manual drive, it went normally. Back into automatic and it was creeping again. Haven't taken it to a garage yet because I don't trust it on the road now.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 volvo xc70. While sitting in the idle vehicle, the contact stated that the vehicle felt low. Upon driving a half mile down the road, the body of the vehicle collapsed on top of the wheels. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the rear coil spring failed and all the coil springs needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 118,945.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 volvo xc70. The contact stated that the all wheel drive failed to function. The contact was concerned that the failure could cause a crash during inclement weather. In addition, while in a ditch, the vehicle was difficult to exit and was damaged while attempting to get the vehicle out. The vehicle was taken to an unknown local dealer located in santa fe, new mexico where the cause of the failure was unable to be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of...

Serious engine speed surging. Jumps to over 8000 rpm. Happens when stopping on octane, not always. I could have got killed while backing into my driveway on a hill. I have seen this at least 4 times and will not drive it. I informed my insurer. At dealer now, they say they have never heard of this and cannot duplicate. Lots of info on web from others who have same problem. It seems to be a throttle control issue and class action suit has been done on years just up to 2016. Volvo have extended warranty for the...

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 volvo xc70. While driving at night, the lens cover on the headlamps was faulty. The contact was unable to see the road clearly because the lens cover was blurry. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the headlamp needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000. The consumer made several attempts t clear the surface of the defective headlight lenses by going to an auto...

On interstate highway the engine suddenly lost power without warning. A "reduced engine performance" light was lit on the dash. I was able to get off the interstate highway and stop on the berm. I turned off the engine and restarted. The warning light was still on but it had enough power to get me home (30 miles). This is a very serious problem. The warning light is still on and I am afraid to use the wagon.

After driving for about 20 minutes in 77f, sunny, dry conditions, I'd come off the freeway and stopped for about 15 seconds at a light to make a left turn. When I started making the left, someone blew through the red light to turn right coming from the opposite direction right in front of me. I let off the throttle but the throttle did not release. I was going about 15-20mph with the engine around 2,000rpm in, most likely, third gear. Since I was at low speed, I promptly tried gently tipping in the throttle to see...

Vehicle ignition assembly failed, immobilizing car. Key wouldn't move past "i" position, preventing it from starting. The steering wheel was locked and the transmission couldn't be moved from the park position. Vehicle had to be towed to volvo dealer for repair. *Tr

When driving through puddles of water, slush or snow, the exhaust may cool down fast enough to change shape and touch the propeller shaft, causing a high pitched squealing noise. This noise will be noticed by the driver for only a short time; once the exhaust temperature equalizes the noise will disappear. This creates a high-pitched, siren like noise, which can scare the driver causing his/her to swerve or lose control of the vehicle. The is a design defect recognized by volvo with repair kit available pn# 30742265. As this is a design defect and a serious safety issue, this should be recalled by volvo and not a $250.00 Repair by the customer. *Tr

When reversing out of our garage first thing in the morning, brakes were nearly inoperative and required an additional 10-15 feet of stopping distance. Unable to depress the brake (hard brake). I almost ran into a tree and hit my dog. Dealer diagnosed as a faulty brake vacuum pump switch and brake vacuum. Scariest thing I have ever had happen. Luckily, no one was hurt as we were in a large driveway and my husband was able to get the dog out of the way. Thank goodness we had the extra space. If this had been...

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 volvo xc70. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 mph the vehicle lost all electrical power. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. Electrical power was restored after the vehicle was shut off and restarted. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 43,400.

2007 Volvo xc70. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle headlights and electrical problems. Consumer has additional correspondence in artemis with other vehicles. *Smd the consumer stated the rear bumper was too low, the radio would cut off by itself, the back-up assist did not work, the dashboard lights did not work to the consumers satisfaction, the throttle body needed to be cleaned and the rear tailgate latch did not work. *Jb the consumer also wanted to know, if there was a history of complaints regarding the oldsmobile aurora, in relations to the traction control. Updated 06/5/14

My wife was driving alone in her 07 volvo stationwagon on a routine errand down the i-83 interstate at 65 mph on a straight section when she heard a loud bang; like someone had shot at the car on the right side. Having been unnerved by the loud noise and not knowing what it was, she took the exit ramp slowly, and the car slid out a bit to the right like it was on ice, but there was no ice present. Upon inspection later, the right rear coil spring had snapped in two. We took it to the dealership, and after some...

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 volvo xc70. The contact stated that while parked the key became stuck in the ignition and would not release or turn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated the ignition lock switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Initial rear spring failure driver side on 5/23/2011. Car out of warranty at 50,00. Appealed to dealer and volvo of america with no consideration for failure major suspension component, warranty, and safety issue. Second spring failure on 4/2/2012, passenger side, mileage 67,274. *J

Rear seat belt jams when seat folded down. Cannot raise seat leaving safety issues and inability to use sealbelt. *Tt

While traveling on the highway with 3 family members and our dog in the car this last weekend, there was suddenly a loud bang (sounded like something had hit the car). The road was smooth and weather was good. I pulled over immediately and could see nothing. Cautiously driving the rest of the way home (approx. 15 Miles) the car seemed to handle normally although there was a new thudding noise when rolling over small road bumps. My wife took the car to a mechanic yesterday who put it up on a lift and discovered...

Nothing we know of caused this failure except folding the rear seat down in the cargo position. When we raised the seat up the seat belt wouldn't release. Now we don't have a seat we can use and no operating seatbelt. I tried to get the roll to release then took it to a dealer who refused to warranty it since I tried to unjam it. *Tr

Passenger restraint system failed to allow the belt to be pulled from the retractor far enough for the clip to secure in the latch. Intermittent problem began with the front passenger restraint after 1 month of use, 'locking up' at a different length with each attempt. Attempts are always made with the car at a complete stop. Problem has increased in frequency and severity over time. After 2 months of use the problem is constant, often taking over 15 attempts to extend the belt fully. On one occasion, the belt wasn't allowed to extend from the retractor any distance at all. Driver and rear passenger retractors have begun to show same problems.