2000 Volvo C70 Convertible
Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 16
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2000
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2000: 16 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
6 of 16 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Volvo C70 Convertible. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the contact engaged the accelerator pedal and suddenly there was a reduction in the speed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-06
Electrical system
3 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Driving home from theater, smelled electrical type smell. Turned off radio, air conditioner etc...we were close to home and it was dark. Parked car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-07-19
Also filed under Equipment
Visibility
2 of 16 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing glass, side/rear.
Equipment
2 of 16 total reports mention: equipment, most commonly citing accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift.
Tires
1 of 16 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing sidewall.
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All 4 tires developed serious sidewall cracks sometime before being replaced at 17000 miles. Car dealer took them to pireli tire dealer who would not do anything since tread was warn to 4/32. This was a serious safety issue.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-20
Safety timeline
1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2005-07-26Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-12-07 Throttle control malfunction
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2005-12-06Engineering analysisClosed 2006-12-12 Throttle control malfunction
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2006-12-29Vehicle speed control06V441000 On certain passenger vehicles, a combination of throttle positioning sensor irregularities, a dirty throttle housing, and/or inefficient software calibration may cause a warning lamp to light and…
Remedy: Dealers will install the current software upgrade onto the involved vehicles. The recall began on December 29, 2006. Owners may contact Volvo AT 1-800-458-1552.
Buy-smart checklist
2000 Volvo C70 Convertible — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06V441000 · Vehicle speed control
FAQ
- Is the 2000 Volvo C70 Convertible reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2000 Volvo C70 Convertible?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 Volvo C70 Convertible have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.