2003 Volvo C70
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.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2003: 4 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 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, 2020-05-28
Also filed under Power train and engine
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, 2012-08-30
Also filed under Steering
Power train
2 of 4 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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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, 2009-03-02
Also filed under Engine and engine cooling
Steering
1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering.
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, 2011-02-21
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing cooling system.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2003 Volvo C70 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.