2000 Volvo V70XC
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 31 |
| 1999 | 79 |
| 2000 | 103 |
| 2001 | 144 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 3 |
| 2006 | 3 |
| 2007 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
44% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 45 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
CROSS COUNTRY; AS VEHICLE WAS COMING TO A STOP AT ABOUT 5 MPH, APPLIED BRAKES, AND ENGINE STARTED RACING. THE CONSUMER KEPT APPLYING THE BRAKES, BUT VEHICLE ACCELERATED, AND REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE ENGINE REMAINED RACING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030819
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2000 VOLVO V70XC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH THE VEHICLE LOST ACCELERATION WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE IDLE AIR CONTROL CIRCUIT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140818
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO V70XC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO DECELERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130918
19% of complaints: electrical system — 20 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 8 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: tires — 4 distinct reports on file.
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CONSUMER STATES HE HIT A POT HOLE WHICH CAUSED THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE TO LOOSE AIR, CONSUMER PURCHASED A NEW TIRE AND HE THEN QUESTIONED THE MECHANIC ABOUT HOW MUCH TIRE PRESSURE WAS USED, CONSUMER WAS ADVISED THAT THE TIRE PRESSURE WAS 28 PSI, AT A...
NHTSA ODI report, 20010731
4% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
THROTTLE CONTROL MALFUNCTION
THROTTLE CONTROL MALFUNCTION
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 THE
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.
Campaign 06V441000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Volvo V70XC — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (45 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 04V504000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V441000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2000 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 2000 Volvo V70XC?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Volvo V70XC have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.