MYRModel Year Report

1999 Volvo C70

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1999 Volvo C70
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:41:38.939Z

Only 23 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 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
23

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1999

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1998: 7 complaints 1999: 23 complaints 1999 23 2000: 26 complaints 2001: 7 complaints 2002: 5 complaints 2002 2003: 4 complaints 2004: 15 complaints 2004 2006: 9 complaints 2007: 17 complaints 2007 2008: 22 complaints 2009: 10 complaints 2009 2010: 4 complaints 2011: 13 complaints 2011 2012: 23 complaints 2013: 11 complaints 2013
1998: 7 complaints 1998 1999: 23 complaints 1999 23 2000: 26 complaints 2000 2001: 7 complaints 2001 2002: 5 complaints 2002 2003: 4 complaints 2003 2004: 15 complaints 2004 2006: 9 complaints 2006 2007: 17 complaints 2007 2008: 22 complaints 2008 2009: 10 complaints 2009 2010: 4 complaints 2010 2011: 13 complaints 2011 2012: 23 complaints 2012 2013: 11 complaints 2013
1998: 7 complaints 1998 1999: 23 complaints 1999 23 2000: 26 complaints 2000 2001: 7 complaints 2001 2002: 5 complaints 2002 2003: 4 complaints 2003 2004: 15 complaints 2004 2006: 9 complaints 2006 2007: 17 complaints 2007 2008: 22 complaints 2008 2009: 10 complaints 2009 2010: 4 complaints 2010 2011: 13 complaints 2011 2012: 23 complaints 2012 2013: 11 complaints 2013

1999: 23 complaints

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YearComplaints
19987
199923
200026
20017
20025
20034
200415
20069
200717
200822
200910
20104
201113
201223
201311

Known problem areas

Only 23 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Vehicle speed control

5 of 23 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

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Tl* the contact owns a 1999 Volvo C70. The contact stated while driving 80 MPH, the ets light illuminated and the vehicle decelerated to 20 MPH independently. The manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-02-27

Engine and engine cooling

5 of 23 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and emission control.

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Consumer states that the ets light comes on and then the engine light comes on, soon afterward the vehicle begins to hesitate. The mechanic can not find the problem.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-23

Electrical system

4 of 23 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing ignition.

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The car reduced the speed and now it stopped running because the etm is not working. I contacted Volvo and they said that the warranty is not covered because it has been over 10 years.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-15

Engine check light came on and we were told that nothing was wrong and it was reset. The second time the check engine light came on, the CO2 sensor was replaced.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-07-07

Also filed under Fuel system, gasoline

Tires

2 of 23 total reports mention: tires.

Fuel system, gasoline

2 of 23 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel injection system.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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    2001-03-19Exterior lighting00V405000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. There could be inadequate contact between the bulb and socket which could cause the front turn signal not to function as designed.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right front turn signal bulb and socket.

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  2. I
    2004-06-08Recall queryClosed 2004-11-05 Headlight failure
  3. R
    2005-01-24Exterior lighting04V504000 On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, over an extended period of time, the headlight switch may cease to function.

    Remedy: On vehicles with an original OEM switch, dealers will replace the headlight switch. All other vehicles will be inspected to determine if the switch has een damaged and replace only if necessary.…

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  4. I
    2005-07-26Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-12-07 Throttle control malfunction
  5. I
    2005-12-06Engineering analysisClosed 2006-12-12 Throttle control malfunction
  6. R
    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.

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Buy-smart checklist

1999 Volvo C70 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Vehicle speed control: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 00V405000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 04V504000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 06V441000 · Vehicle speed control
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 Volvo C70 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 1999 Volvo C70?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Volvo C70 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.