MYRModel Year Report

1999 Volvo S70

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1999 Volvo S70
BUILT 2026-10-10

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
205
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 1999

Investigations
5

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Vehicle speed control

32% of complaints

Complaints per year

1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 215 complaints 1998 1999: 205 complaints 1999 205 2000: 164 complaints 2000 2002: 3 complaints 2002
1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 215 complaints 1998 1999: 205 complaints 1999 205 2000: 164 complaints 2000 2002: 3 complaints 2002
1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 215 complaints 1998 1999: 205 complaints 1999 205 2000: 164 complaints 2000 2002: 3 complaints 2002

1999: 205 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19952
19960
19974
1998215
1999205
2000164
20023

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Vehicle speed control

32% · 66 reports

Most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASHINJURY
Show 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, 2017-11-01

Also filed under Electrical system and electronic stability control (esc)

Electrical system

24% · 50 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and module.

Engine and engine cooling

20% · 40 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

INJURY
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Tail pipe exceeds the length of bumper, causing someone to be burned. Please give any further details.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-07-08

Fuel system, gasoline

9% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing delivery and hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

Structure

7% · 15 reports

Most commonly citing hinge and attachments and door.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 5 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1999-03-29Fuel system, gasoline99V035000 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…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a fuel filter protection bracket.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1999-06-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 1999-10-27 Inadvertent side air bag deployment
  3. I
    2000-08-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 2000-12-22 Turn signal
  4. R
    2001-03-19Exterior lighting00V405000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  5. I
    2004-06-08Recall queryClosed 2004-11-05 Headlight failure
  6. R
    2005-01-24Exterior lighting04V504000 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.…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  7. I
    2005-07-26Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-12-07 Throttle control malfunction
  8. I
    2005-12-06Engineering analysisClosed 2006-12-12 Throttle control malfunction
  9. R
    2006-12-29Vehicle speed control06V441000 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…

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1999 Volvo S70 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Vehicle speed control: 66 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 50 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 40 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 99V035000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 00V405000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 04V504000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 06V441000 · Vehicle speed control
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.