MYRModel Year Report

2003 Volvo C70

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2003 Volvo C70
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:22:28.216Z

Only 4 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 4 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, 2003 highlighted. 1998: 7 complaints 1998 1999: 23 complaints 2000: 26 complaints 2000 2001: 7 complaints 2002: 5 complaints 2002 2003: 4 complaints 2003 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
2003: 4 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 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 4 total reports mention: electrical system.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 VOLVO C70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED INTERMITTENT FAILURES WHILE STARTING AND DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IN WARMER WEATHER, THE GEAR SHIFTER FAILED TO SHIFT AS DESIGNED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200528

THE KEY WON'T TURN FOR THE IGNITION. THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THE DEALERSHIP BUT VOLVO WON'T RECOGNIZE THE PROBLEM. THE COST TO FIX THIS AT THE DEALERSHIP IS APPROX 800 DOLLARS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120830

STEERING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering.

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THE KEY WON'T TURN FOR THE IGNITION. THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THE DEALERSHIP BUT VOLVO WON'T RECOGNIZE THE PROBLEM. THE COST TO FIX THIS AT THE DEALERSHIP IS APPROX 800 DOLLARS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120830

POWER TRAIN

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.

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TRANSMISSION/RADIATOR FAILURE. COOLANTS MIXING WITH EACH OTHER AND CAUSING TRANSMISSION TO SLIP IN AND OUT OF GEAR AT LOWER SPEEDS. DEALER SAYS $5000.00 TO REPAIR/REPLACE BOTH TRANNY AND RADIATOR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20090302

POWER TRAIN

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 VOLVO C70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED INTERMITTENT FAILURES WHILE STARTING AND DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IN WARMER WEATHER, THE GEAR SHIFTER FAILED TO SHIFT AS DESIGNED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200528

INTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: interior lighting.

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2003 C70 CONV. CAR BATTERY GOES DEAD MULTIPLE TIMES. CHANGED BATTERY AND IT CONTINUES TO HAPPEN. DETAILED CHECK DISCOVERED A SHORT IN THE PASSENGER SUN VISOR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110221

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Volvo C70 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 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).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 Volvo C70?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Volvo C70 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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