2004 Volvo C70
Only 15 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 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2004: 15 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 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
4 of 15 total reports mention: power train.
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Hard shifting between 1ST & 2ND gear. Causes the tires to skid feeling like the vehicle has been hit from behind. This happens after the vehicle warms up and in a stop and go environment.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-07
Electrical system
4 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system.
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My wife and I leased this car in April 2004 . Since that time we have had it to dealer for service eight times for starting problems. The car can be hot or cold. It will not stall while running this is just when you go to start it.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-03-24
The 2004 C70 has major electrical problems. We purchased our vehicle new. Since ownership this car has been well maintained. Over the past 14 months our car has stalled six times as of 3-8-06.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-03-10
Air bags
3 of 15 total reports mention: air bags.
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I was driving my 2004 Volvo C70 when I drifted off into a high curb. This caused my passenger airbag to deploy.the loud and disrupting noise then caused me to loose all control of the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-02
Also filed under Wheels and structure
The airbag symbol appears on the dashboard also check engine light stays on as well. Even when I get it(Electrical) repaired: it reappear after a couple of weeks.{while driving these symbols appear still as of this day.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-07
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)
Vehicle speed control
2 of 15 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Wheels
1 of 15 total reports mentions: wheels.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2004 Volvo C70 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2004 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 2004 Volvo C70?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 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.