MYRModel Year Report

1998 Volvo V70XC

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1998 Volvo V70XC
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:02:43.516Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volvo V70XC Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1998: 31 complaints 1998 1999: 79 complaints 2000: 103 complaints 2000 2001: 144 complaints 2002: 27 complaints 2002 2003: 12 complaints 2004: 5 complaints 2004 2005: 3 complaints 2006: 3 complaints 2006 2007: 4 complaints 2007
1998: 31 complaints
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YearComplaints
199831
199979
2000103
2001144
200227
200312
20045
20053
20063
20074

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 13%

13% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 4 distinct reports on file.

SUSPENSION 6%

6% of complaints: suspension — 2 distinct reports on file.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 6%

6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 2 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 6%

6% of complaints: power train — 2 distinct reports on file.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 6%

6% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 2 distinct reports on file.

Show complaint excerpts

FUEL TANK IS LEAKING FUEL. TANK IS CRACKED, SO THERE IS ALWAYS PUDDLES OF FUEL IN THE CONSUMER'S GARAGE. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT IT APPEARS TO BE AN EMISSION PROBLEM, ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEM AND A MAJOR SAFETY PROBLEM. *YH

NHTSA ODI report, 20020411

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20050124 — exterior lighting

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

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Volvo V70XC — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V504000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Volvo V70XC 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 1998 Volvo V70XC?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Volvo V70XC have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.