2011 Volvo C70
Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2011
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2011: 13 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 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
5 of 13 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
Electrical system
4 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing body control module/bcm.
Show complaint excerpts
On XXX, my son was driving a 2011 Volvo C70 T5 convertible involved in a fatal crash on XXX in [XXX]. The crash involved substantial passenger-side damage and rollover.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-09
Also filed under Air bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Volvo C70. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning and the oil indicator illuminated. The contact stated that the failure occurred numerous times between February of 2011 and September of 2018.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-09
Also filed under Engine and power train
Sirius radio has exclusive and undisclosed rights to continuously update their software in your Volvo vehicle whether the car is turned on or turned off.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-08-04
Also filed under Engine and electronic stability control (esc)
Air bags
3 of 13 total reports mention: air bags.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2011 Volvo C70. The contact stated that while her son was driving at an unknown rate of speed on the highway, he veered off the road, hit a road sign, and crashed into a bridge wall.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-13
Engine
2 of 13 total reports mention: engine.
Service brakes
1 of 13 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2012-04-25Equipment11V508000 Volvo is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 C70 vehicles manufactured from November 15, 2005, through July 31, 2011, and model year 2011-2012 S60 vehicles manufactured from July 14, 2010…
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners and dealers will inspect the vehicle and install the label as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on February 23, 2012. Owners may contact Volvo AT…
Buy-smart checklist
2011 Volvo C70 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 11V508000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 2011 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 2011 Volvo C70?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2011 Volvo C70 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.