- The problem
- Volvo is recalling 17,614 my 2008-2009 s80, v70, and xc70 vehicles. The engine cooling fan may stop working due to a software programming error in the fan control module (fcm). Depending on driving conditions, the customer may experience reduced air conditioning performance, and/or rapid increase in engine coolant temperature.
- The risk
- This situation may result in loss of cooling system function and engine failure. The driver may not have sufficient time to react to the warning light(s) or the text message in the instrument panel, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the fan control module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during july 2009. Owners may contact volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552.
Engine & cooling
2008 Volvo XC70 Engine problems
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2008 Volvo XC70's engine & cooling with NHTSA - 15% of all its complaints, most recently on September 7, 2021. They describe 0 crashes, 1 fire and 0 injuries. Stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating, head gaskets, timing chains and engine failure.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Engine recalls for the 2008 Volvo XC70
Engine complaints
The contact owns a 2008 Volvo XC70. The contact stated that while her husband was leaving a restaurant drive-thru, the vehicle lost motive power without warning while entering the main street. The driver was waiting for a tow truck to tow the vehicle from the scene. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V218000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The failure mileage was approximately 120,000. The VIN was unavailable.
My 2008 volvos engine caught on fire while I was shopping , the engine is completely destroyed so it is totaled.
Have had multiple overheating incidents while driving, which coincided with the air conditioner stopping working. I think learned of volvo recall #09v218000 which describes exactly the failure I've been experiencing. I contacted volvo customer service, but they claim that my vin does not fall under the vehicles recalled. The referenced above was for 17,614 2008-2009 xc70, s80, and v70 vehicles. Evidently was related to a software programming error in the fan control module, and the defect corrective action was...
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supposed to be replacing the fcm. Volvo told me that they will not assist with this effort, even though it's a major safety issue effected by the recall, but apparently not my specific vin. Any assistance in getting additional vins added to this recall would be greatly appreciated.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volvo xc70. The contact stated that hot air blew from the air vents when the air conditioning was activated. Also, the engine overheated warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the fan control module needed to be replaced. Prestige volvo (285 east nj-10, east hanover, nj 07936, (973) 884-2400) was contacted and stated that they could not assist with the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 09v218000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volvo xc70. While driving various speeds, the air conditioner failed and several warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 09v218000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 96,000.
My volvo's engine started to sputter then died and lost all power. This occurred in seconds and left my two young children and I in a very dangerous, potentially deadly traffic situation. My gas gauge read 150 miles worth of gas left in gas tank. The volvo was towed to the dealership where it was found to have a faulty fuel pump and control module. Both were replaced. *Tr
Volvo XC70 engine complaints by year
XC70 engine problems, every yearSource: 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