2008 Volvo V70
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
- 4
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2008
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 11 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
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
6 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
Today I received a warning message that my low beam was out. I stopped in the auto parts store and bought the passenger side low beam replacement bulb. When I went to disassemble it I noticed that the wiring harness was burnt.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-12
Also filed under Exterior lighting
Mirrors passenger mirror fell from the mount on sept 2015 driver mirror fell from the mount March 2019 both incidents were while driving 2 lane roads. Flat and…
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-30
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 Volvo V70. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start intermittently. In addition, the contact stated that the ignition key remained stuck in the ignition switch.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-01-29
Engine
3 of 11 total reports mention: engine.
Tires
1 of 11 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
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225/55R 95H On the highway in center lane going 70mph. Car was starting to shake and then heard loud noise coming from the back. Next thing the tire blew. Tread ripped off the bumper, side rear panel, taillight and trim under the door.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-09
Exterior lighting
1 of 11 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 11 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Volvo V70. While driving various speeds, the engine overheating warning indicator illuminated. The contact had to shut the vehicle off and wait before the vehicle would resume normal function.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-10-17
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2008-02-20Equipment08V032000 Certain vehicles equipped with rear integrated booster seats fail to comply with the labeling requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, "Child restraint systems." Labels on the…
Remedy: Dealers will install a new label with the correct warning information. The recall began on February 20, 2008. Owners may contact Volvo AT 1-800-458-1552.
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2009-07-08Engine and engine cooling09V218000 Volvo is recalling 17,614 my 2008-2009 S80, V70, and XC70 vehicles. The engine cooling fan may stop working due to a software programming error in the fan control module (Fcm). Depending on…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fan control module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during July 2009. Owners may contact Volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552.
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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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2020-12-10Seat belts20V378000 Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Volvo V70 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 08V032000 · Equipment
- Recall 09V218000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 10V566000 · Equipment
- Recall 20V378000 · Seat belts
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- Is the 2008 Volvo V70 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 2008 Volvo V70?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Volvo V70 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.