MYRModel Year Report

2000 Volvo S70

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2000 Volvo S70
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:51:59.140Z

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
164
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2000

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Vehicle speed control

43% 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 2000: 164 complaints 2000 164 2002: 3 complaints 2002
1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 215 complaints 1998 1999: 205 complaints 1999 2000: 164 complaints 2000 164 2002: 3 complaints 2002
1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 215 complaints 1998 1999: 205 complaints 1999 2000: 164 complaints 2000 164 2002: 3 complaints 2002

2000: 164 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

43% · 70 reports
CRASHFIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

I have a 2000 Volvo S70 with ets light and check engine light on. The car stalls and surges/lunges at all rates of speed and is very unsafe. After doing research I found out there was a recall on this part. I called my local dealer and ran the VIN#.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-31

Electrical system

20% · 32 reports

Most commonly citing module and wiring.

Engine and engine cooling

13% · 21 reports

Most commonly citing engine and emission control.

Fuel system, gasoline

9% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing delivery and fuel injection system.

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I was unable to start the Volvo S70 2000 engine at all on 7/2/12 and after checked by technician that the fuel pump was not working and replacement was needed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-03

Exterior lighting

5% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing brake lights and flasher unit.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. 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 →

  2. I
    2004-06-08Recall queryClosed 2004-11-05 Headlight failure
  3. 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 →

  4. I
    2005-07-26Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-12-07 Throttle control malfunction
  5. I
    2005-12-06Engineering analysisClosed 2006-12-12 Throttle control malfunction
  6. 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 →

  7. R
    2007-04-02Service brakes, hydraulic07E023000 Certain cardone master cylinders with part numbers 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, and 11-3156, and with date codes lower than DCA7078…

    Remedy: Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. The recall began during April 2007. Owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2000 Volvo S70 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Vehicle speed control: 70 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 32 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 21 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 00V405000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 04V504000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 06V441000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 07E023000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2000 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 2000 Volvo S70?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Volvo S70 have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.