MYRModel Year Report

2002 Volvo C70

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2002 Volvo C70
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:22:10.294Z

Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volvo C70 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 1998: 7 complaints 1998 1999: 23 complaints 2000: 26 complaints 2000 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: 12 complaints 2011 2012: 23 complaints 2013: 11 complaints 2013
2002: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
19987
199923
200026
20017
20025
20034
200415
20069
200717
200822
200910
20104
201112
201223
201311

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure.

STEERING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering.

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VOLVO C70 - 2002 -- LEAKS POWER-STEERING FLUID SO FAST I CANNOT DRIVE THE CAR. I HAVE HAD IT TOWED TO THE VOLVO DEALER THREE TIMES FOR THE SAME PROBLEM AND IT STILL HAS NOT BEEN FIXED. IT IS UNDRIVEABLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040810

POWER TRAIN

1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 VOLVO C70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT PROPERLY. SPORADICALLY, IT WOULD SEEM TO SHIFT INTO PARK WHILE ACCELERATING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120619

EQUIPMENT

1 of 5 total reports mentions: equipment.

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COOLANT WARNING LIGHT CAME ON VOLVO DEALER NOTIFIED. APPOINTMENT SCHEDULED NEXT DAY. OWNERS' MANUAL INSTRUCTS DO NOT USE COOLANT OTHER THAN VOLVO COOLANT. NEITHER MANUAL NOR DEALER ADVISE NOT TO DRIVE CAR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20021114

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20050726 — PE (closed 20051207)

THROTTLE CONTROL MALFUNCTION

R 20061229 — vehicle speed control

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 THE

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.

Campaign 06V441000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Volvo C70 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06V441000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 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 2002 Volvo C70?

The most-reported component is structure:frame and members, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Volvo C70 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.