2000 Volvo C70
Only 26 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 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 26
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 3
- 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: 26 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 4 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 4 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 11 |
Known problem areas
Only 26 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
12 of 26 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash.
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The car loses power, shuts off, and/or won't accelerate when you step on the gas without warning. Volvo has determined the etm's in these models to be defective but continue to be allowed to not take responsibility for their workmanship.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-27
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
While driving the vehicles' components , which is operated by the electrical system will go out intermittently without warning. The dealership has serviced the vehicle several times for this problem, but they can't find anything wrong.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-16
Vehicle speed control
5 of 26 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Volvo C70. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the brake pedal was engaged and the vehicle unexpectedly increased acceleration up to 75 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-07
Engine and engine cooling
4 of 26 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.
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When dealership examined vehicle they discovered that motor mount bushing had cracked, and the motor mounts broke.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-08-13
Also filed under Visibility
Tires
2 of 26 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing sidewall.
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Front right tire and right rear tire had sidewall failures within a span of a month. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything, tires are pirelli P6000 17INCH.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-03-19
Wheels
2 of 26 total reports mention: wheels, most commonly citing rim.
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While traveling 30MPH on the highway and without prior warning vehicle hit a pothole in the middle of the street, and the passenger's side rim split in half. It cost $390.00 for alluminum alloy rim.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-24
Consumer states that heard a chattering noise, pulled over and notice the drivers side front wheel bolt came off at normal speed. Took to dealer and they stated that the wheel hub was rusted. Please provide any further information.…
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-22
Safety timeline
4 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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2004-06-08Recall queryClosed 2004-11-05 Headlight failure
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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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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.
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2007-04-02Service brakes, hydraulic07E023000 Certain cardone master cylinders with part numbers 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, and 11-3156, and with date codes lower than DCA7078…
Remedy: Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. The recall began during April 2007. Owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780.
Buy-smart checklist
2000 Volvo C70 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 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
- Recall 07E023000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 2000 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 2000 Volvo C70?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 Volvo C70 have?
- 4 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.