Volvo XC70
EPA MPG:
NA
Owner Reported MPG:
EPA MPG:
NA
Owner Reported MPG:
RECALL ALERT:
There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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Reliability
Overall Reliability
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how used vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system.
The 2012 Volvo XC70 has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA.
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The 2012 Volvo XC70 has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA.
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2012 Sedans & Hatchbacks Reliability
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Volvo XC70
Volvo XC70
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Reliability History
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Overall Reliability Verdict
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Engine Major
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Minor
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Cooling
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Electrical
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Major
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Minor
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Drive System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Exhaust
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Suspension/Steering
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Brakes
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Climate System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Electrical Accessories
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Body Hardware
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Paint/Trim
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Noises/Leaks
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
In-car Electronics
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Powertrain
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Engine Major
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Engine Minor
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Engine Cooling
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Engine Electrical
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Transmission Major
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Transmission Minor
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Drive System
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Fuel System/Emissions
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Exhaust
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Show all Powertrain Trouble Spots
Suspension/Steering
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Brakes
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Climate System
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Build Quality
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Electrical Accessories
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Body Hardware
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Paint/Trim
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Noises/Leaks
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Show all Build Quality Trouble Spots
In-car Electronics
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive
reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest
subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20
potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and
brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide
data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
SEAT BELTS
Jun 30, 2020
An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Summary:
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.
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
20V378000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
308260
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 28, 2012
IN THE EVENT OF CRASH, THE FRONT AND/OR SIDE IMPACT AIR BAGS MAY DEPLOY IMPROPERLY OR NOT AT ALL, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY. ALSO, THE LAP BELT PRETENSIONER MAY NOT DEPLOY.
Summary:
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 S60, XC60, S80 AND XC70 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 16, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 6, 2011. IN THESE VEHICLES, THE WIRE HARNESS UNDER THE FRONT SEATS MAY HAVE NOT BEEN ATTACHED PROPERLY TO THE SEAT FRAME. AS A RESULT, WHEN THE SEATS ARE MOVED TO ADJUST THE SEATING POSITION, THE WIRE HARNESS MAY GET PULLED, CAUSING IT TO DISCONNECT.
What should you do:
VOLVO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, SECURE THE SEAT WIRE HARNESS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 12, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.
For more information:
THE VOLVO RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 250.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
12V075000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
32552
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