MYRModel Year Report

2002 Volvo XC70

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2002 Volvo XC70
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:21:37.048Z

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
35
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2002

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

40% of complaints

Complaints per year

2001: 66 complaints 2002: 35 complaints 2002 35 2003: 24 complaints 2004: 101 complaints 2005: 27 complaints 2005 2006: 18 complaints 2007: 25 complaints 2007 2008: 39 complaints 2009: 15 complaints 2009 2010: 15 complaints 2011: 15 complaints 2011 2012: 14 complaints 2013: 9 complaints 2013 2014: 2 complaints 2015: 6 complaints 2015 2016: 7 complaints
2001: 66 complaints 2001 2002: 35 complaints 2002 35 2003: 24 complaints 2003 2004: 101 complaints 2004 2005: 27 complaints 2005 2006: 18 complaints 2006 2007: 25 complaints 2007 2008: 39 complaints 2008 2009: 15 complaints 2009 2010: 15 complaints 2010 2011: 15 complaints 2011 2012: 14 complaints 2012 2013: 9 complaints 2013 2014: 2 complaints 2014 2015: 6 complaints 2015 2016: 7 complaints 2016
2001: 66 complaints 2001 2002: 35 complaints 2002 35 2003: 24 complaints 2003 2004: 101 complaints 2004 2005: 27 complaints 2005 2006: 18 complaints 2006 2007: 25 complaints 2007 2008: 39 complaints 2008 2009: 15 complaints 2009 2010: 15 complaints 2010 2011: 15 complaints 2011 2012: 14 complaints 2012 2013: 9 complaints 2013 2014: 2 complaints 2014 2015: 6 complaints 2015 2016: 7 complaints 2016

2002: 35 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200166
200235
200324
2004101
200527
200618
200725
200839
200915
201015
201115
201214
20139
20142
20156
20167

Known problem areas

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

Power train

40% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Vehicle speed control

20% · 7 reports
Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 Volvo XC70. The contact stated that an unknown warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle failed to accelerate.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-20

Fuel/propulsion system

14% · 5 reports
Show complaint excerpts

Fuel leak at the top of the fuel pump. Fuel oder in can. Fuel leaking under the car

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-08

Volvo xc V70 2002 ocean race edition has developed a strong gasoline smell after driving. There is no 1) leakage under vehicle, 2) check engine light, or 3) apparent reduction in mileage or performance.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-12

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 Volvo XC70. While driving at various speeds, there was a strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. In addition, there was fuel leaking from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-09-18

Suspension

14% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing front and wheel bearing.

Engine and engine cooling

14% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing cooling system and exhaust system.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Dt: the caller said while driving at 55 MPH coolant light on dashboard came on and the vehicle broke down and caught on fire. She said the light came on before she left for a trip, and the dealer said they fixed it.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-09-26

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2003-12-19Equipment03V284000 Certain passenger cars fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 225, "Child restraint anchorage systems." The second isofix guide was not installed in…

    Remedy: Owners will receive a letter/package consisting of the second isofix guide with installation instructions, and in certain cases, the corrected owner's manual may be provided. If the owner wants to…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    2005-07-26Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-12-07 Throttle control malfunction
  3. R
    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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  4. R
    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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  5. R
    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2002 Volvo XC70 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 14 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 03V284000 · Equipment
  • Recall 09V483000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 10V566000 · Equipment
  • Recall 21V800000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Volvo XC70 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 2002 Volvo XC70?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Volvo XC70 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.