1999 Volvo S70
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 0 |
| 1997 | 4 |
| 1998 | 215 |
| 1999 | 205 |
| 2000 | 164 |
| 2002 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
32% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 65 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING SPEED NEEDLE GOES BACK TO ZERO AS IF YOU ARE NOT MOVIN, SHOW NO MILEAGE NUMBERS N MILES YOU HAVE GONE OR ZERO TRIP MILES, MANY LIGHTON BREAKS, ABS ECT.ALL WHILE DRIVINGIF STOP WHEN TIME TO GO CAR THINKS IT IS IN PARK ALL THIS IS WHILE...
NHTSA ODI report, 20171101
20% of complaints: electrical system — 41 distinct reports on file.
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WHILE DRIVING SPEED NEEDLE GOES BACK TO ZERO AS IF YOU ARE NOT MOVIN, SHOW NO MILEAGE NUMBERS N MILES YOU HAVE GONE OR ZERO TRIP MILES, MANY LIGHTON BREAKS, ABS ECT.ALL WHILE DRIVINGIF STOP WHEN TIME TO GO CAR THINKS IT IS IN PARK ALL THIS IS WHILE...
NHTSA ODI report, 20171101
8% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 17 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: structure — 9 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 9 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ALL-WHEEL-DRIVE SEDANS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." THE FUEL FILTER BRACKET CONFIGURATION MARGINS ARE INSUFFI
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUEL FILTER PROTECTION BRACKET.
Campaign 99V035000 — check if this car was fixed
INADVERTENT SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
TURN SIGNAL
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THERE COULD BE INADEQUATE CONTACT BETWEEN THE BULB AND SOCKET WHICH COULD CAUSE THE FRONT TURN SIGNAL NOT TO FUNCTION AS DESIGNED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT TURN SIGNAL BULB AND SOCKET.
Campaign 00V405000 — check if this car was fixed
HEADLIGHT FAILURE
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY CEASE TO FUNCTION.
Remedy: ON VEHICLES WITH AN ORIGINAL OEM SWITCH, DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH. ALL OTHER VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED TO DETERMINE IF THE SWITCH HAS EEN DAMAGED AND REPLACE ONLY IF NECESSARY. TH
Campaign 04V504000 — check if this car was fixed
THROTTLE CONTROL MALFUNCTION
THROTTLE CONTROL MALFUNCTION
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A COMBINATION OF THROTTLE POSITIONING SENSOR IRREGULARITIES, A DIRTY THROTTLE HOUSING, AND/OR INEFFICIENT SOFTWARE CALIBRATION MAY CAUSE A WARNING LAMP TO LIGHT AND THE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE CURRENT SOFTWARE UPGRADE ONTO THE INVOLVED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
Campaign 06V441000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 Volvo S70 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (65 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (41 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 99V035000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V405000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 04V504000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V441000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1999 Volvo S70 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 1999 Volvo S70?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Volvo S70 have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.