Is the 2004 Volvo V70 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2004 Volvo V70 is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Volvo V70?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Volvo V70 have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

2004 Volvo V70

▲ Better than typical

2004 Volvo V70
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This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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: 84
Recalls: 6
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Engine and engine cooling

Complaints per year

2004: 84 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1996	1
1997	3
1998	187
1999	169
2000	93
2001	221
2002	76
2003	32
2004	84
2005	21
2006	21
2007	7
2008	11
2009	4
2010	4
2011	0
2012	0
2013	0
2014	0
2015	0
2016	0

Known problem areas

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

Engine and engine cooling

27% · 23 reports

Most commonly citing engine and turbo/supercharger.

Fuel system, gasoline

15% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing filler pipe and cap and tank assembly.

Electrical system

14% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.

FIREINJURY

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This complaint pertains to the drivers side seat-heater.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-30

Also filed under Seats

Fuel/propulsion system

11% · 9 reports

CRASHINJURY

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This vehicle, a 2004 V70 wagon, is exhibiting the exact safety defect described in Campaign 09V483000 / R220 (fuel odor, leaking flange, residual pressure loss).

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-21

Also filed under Engine

Steering

11% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing tie rod assembly and linkages.

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2004-02-16Steering04V029000 On certain passenger vehicles, the front control arms may not have been manufactured correctly and, as a result, the stud and nut that secure the arm to the spindle may lose their initial axial…

Remedy: Dealers will install a new type of nut. Owner notification began on February 16, 2004. Owners should contact Volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552.

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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.

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2007-06-29Engine and engine cooling07V226000 On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pressure sensor located on the left end of the fuel rail may, at times, transmit incorrect signal regarding the fuel pressure to the engine control module.…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pressure sensor free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo AT 1-800-458-1552.

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2010-01-15Fuel system, gasoline09V483000 Volvo is recalling certain model year 2001-2005 S80, model year 2001-2004 V70, S60, XC70 and model year 2003-2005 XC90 vehicles sold in or registered in the states of Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas…

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel pump installed in the vehicle, and if necessary replace the fuel pump with a part of a modified design. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety…

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2010-11-18Equipment10V566000 Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (Gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.

Remedy: Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable gps device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit is affected. The unit's battery will be replaced with a…

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2021-12-14Air bags21V800000 Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2007 V70 and XC70 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10136.

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Buy-smart checklist

2004 Volvo V70 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Engine and engine cooling: 23 reports on file for this year.
Fuel system, gasoline: 13 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 12 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 04V029000 · Steering
Recall 07E023000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 07V226000 · Engine and engine cooling
Recall 09V483000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 10V566000 · Equipment
Recall 21V800000 · Air bags

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FAQ

Is the 2004 Volvo V70 reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2004 Volvo V70 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Volvo V70?: The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Volvo V70 have?: 6 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.