2007 Volvo Xc70 AWD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2007 Volvo Xc70 AWD; the most frequently affected component is air bags — frontal. Owners filed 25 complaints, most often about electrical system. Among the 14 model years of this model in the database, 2007 ranks #9 for number of recalls.

Recalls2

Complaints25

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Recalls (2)

Air bags — FrontalCampaign 21V800000 · 14 Oct 2021

Problem: Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2007 V70 and XC70 vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10136.

Equipment — Navigational system(global positioning system)Campaign 10V566000 · 08 Nov 2010

Problem: Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.

Risk: An overheated battery could lead to a fire.

Remedy: Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable gps device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit is affected. The unit's battery will be replaced with a new battery and a spacer will be inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 18, 2010. Owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.

What owners complain about

Share of the 25 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Electrical system7 · 28%

Seat belts5 · 20%

Air bags4 · 16%

Suspension4 · 16%

Vehicle speed control3 · 12%

Fuel/propulsion system2 · 8%

Power train2 · 8%

Structure2 · 8%

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From owner complaints

Front seatbelt stuck in the retracted position and therefore the seatbelt cannot be used. The vehicle was parked when the defect was discovered.
Seat belts · Mar 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

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).…
Fuel/propulsion system · Feb 2015 · NHTSA complaint record

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…
Electrical system · Oct 2012 · NHTSA complaint record

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…
Air bags · Sep 2022 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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