MYRModel Year Report

2003 Volvo V70XC

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2003 Volvo V70XC
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:53:35.207Z

Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
12

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1998: 31 complaints 1998 1999: 79 complaints 2000: 103 complaints 2000 2001: 144 complaints 2002: 27 complaints 2003: 12 complaints 2003 12 2004: 5 complaints 2005: 3 complaints 2006: 3 complaints 2006 2007: 4 complaints
1998: 31 complaints 1998 1999: 79 complaints 1999 2000: 103 complaints 2000 2001: 144 complaints 2001 2002: 27 complaints 2002 2003: 12 complaints 2003 12 2004: 5 complaints 2004 2005: 3 complaints 2005 2006: 3 complaints 2006 2007: 4 complaints 2007
1998: 31 complaints 1998 1999: 79 complaints 1999 2000: 103 complaints 2000 2001: 144 complaints 2001 2002: 27 complaints 2002 2003: 12 complaints 2003 12 2004: 5 complaints 2004 2005: 3 complaints 2005 2006: 3 complaints 2006 2007: 4 complaints 2007

2003: 12 complaints

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YearComplaints
199831
199979
2000103
2001144
200227
200312
20045
20053
20063
20074

Known problem areas

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Power train

3 of 12 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing transfer case (4-wheel drive).

Show complaint excerpts

Leaking angle gear on 2003 Volvo XC70.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-04-16

When we brought our 2003 Volvo xc V70 wagon into the dealer at 62,000 miles we complained about a loud whirring noise as we drove it. We were told that the technician was unable to repeat it and not to worry.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-03-04

Also filed under Suspension

Electrical system

3 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

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Dashboard and speedometer went blank SRS warning light on.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-29

Also filed under Air bags

My driver instrument module began to fail, on and off, now it is completely off.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-01

Air bags

3 of 12 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.

Vehicle speed control

2 of 12 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2003 Volvo XC70. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle accelerated independently. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-03-22

Seat belts

2 of 12 total reports mention: seat belts.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2003 Volvo V70XC — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 Volvo V70XC?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 Volvo V70XC have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

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