- The problem
- Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.
- The risk
- An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- The fix
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.
Vehicle safety record
2011 Volvo XC70 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2011 Volvo XC70 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in June 2020 for the front.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical XC70 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2011 Volvo XC70 recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011, s80, s60, xc70 and xc60 vehicles. The software calibration for the fuel cut-off functionality in the engine control module (ecm) is too sensitive.
- The risk
- Sudden engine stall could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will update the ecm and tcm with new software free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 10, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552 or at [email protected].
- The problem
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 s80, xc70, model year 2011 xc60 and model year 2010 v70 vehicles. There may be an intermittent fault in the driver's airbag clockspring wiring connector for the supplemental restraint system.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, the driver's frontal airbag may not deploy as intended or at all, and therefore will not be able to properly protect the driver, increasing the risk of injuries.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a metal shim in the driver's air bag clockspring wiring connector. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 20, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
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Volvo XC70: every year compared
All XC70 years2011 Volvo XC70 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Volvo XC70 | 0 | 3 | B | |
| 2011 Volvo C30 | 14 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2011 Volvo C70 | 14 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2011 Volvo S80 | 5 | 4 | B | Compare |
| 2011 Volvo S40 | 5 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 2011 Volvo S60 | 5 | 6 | C | Compare |
| 2011 Volvo V50 | 2 | 1 | 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 2011 Volvo XC70
Does the 2011 Volvo XC70 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2011 Volvo XC70: front (June 2020); engine and engine cooling (November 2010); frontal (October 2010). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2011 Volvo XC70 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2011 Volvo XC70 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 65 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Volvo XC70 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 XC70 years have the most complaints?
2008 (39), 2005 (27), 2007 (25). See every Volvo XC70 year compared.
What should I do if my 2011 Volvo XC70 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