2013 Volvo C70
Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2013: 11 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 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
5 of 11 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body and door.
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While driving, periodically, both doors (Not simultaneously but it has occurred in both doors multiple times) will come ajar. Most often, this occurs at highway speeds and when a bump occurs to slightly jolt the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-09
Electrical system
3 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system.
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My car is a hard top convertible. When I drive with the top down for a prolonged period of time my driver side door unlocks and a warning light that the door is open comes up on the dashboard.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-25
When driving at highway speeds with the top down, the "Door open" Warning and interior lights come on and the door opens slightly ajar. Can be either driver or passenger side. Locked or unlocked. Doors are securely closed beforehand.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-02
Engine
2 of 11 total reports mention: engine.
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Unit has intermittent engine/exhaust brake malfunction. This is causing the vehicle engine/ exhaust brake to disengage when on a decline at highway speeds.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-02-20
Also filed under Service brakes
Wheels
1 of 11 total reports mentions: wheels.
Suspension
1 of 11 total reports mentions: suspension.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2013 Volvo C70 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2013 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 2013 Volvo C70?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 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.