Is the 2008 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 2008 Volvo XC70?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Volvo XC70 have?

8 recalls on file for this model year.

2008 Volvo XC70

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2008 Volvo XC70
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:41:15.890Z

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: 39
Recalls: 8
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Fuel system, gasoline

Complaints per year

2008: 39 complaints

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

Known problem areas

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

Fuel system, gasoline

23% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing tank assembly.

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2008 Volvo XC70 had a defective fuel tank. Consumer states that the fuel tank was defective because it registered a half tank of fuel on the gauge, but the vehicle ran out of gas.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-09-26

Traveling on a busy expway during rush hour in left lane when car started bucking. I was able to switch 2 lanes and almost made it to the shoulder when the car stopped and wouldn't start again.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-08-04

Fuel/propulsion system

10% · 4 reports

CRASH

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My 2008 Volvo XC70 spontaneously accelerated as I prepared to park. This happened on two occasions so far, and I am frightened to get behind the wheel again. The experience in both cases was almost identical.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-02

Also filed under Service brakes and vehicle speed control

Engine

10% · 4 reports

FIRE

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My 2008 volvos engine caught on fire while I was shopping , the engine is completely destroyed so it is totaled.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-08-10

Electrical system

10% · 4 reports

Air bags

10% · 4 reports

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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Volvo XC70. While driving unknown speeds, the "SRS urgent needs service" Indicator illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-15

We bought our Volvo on oct. 22, 2007, and the day that we bought it, the airbag light went on. We had traveled to Vermont from Massachusetts where we bought the car.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-12-10

Safety timeline

8 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2007-10-31Air bags07V500000 In certain vehicles, two software errors have been found in the supplemental restraint system (SRS) control unit software. This may result in a late deployment of the inflatable curtain (Ic) and…

Remedy: Dealers will perform a software upgrade of the SRS control unit. The recall began on October 31, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo AT 1-800-458-1552.

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2008-01-31Equipment07V566000 Certain sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 120, "Tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." The…

Remedy: Owners will be provided with a correct certification label and installation instructions. If the owner prefers, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on January 31, 2008.…

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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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2009-05-15Electrical system09V139000 Volvo is recalling 12,303 my 2007-2008 S80 and V70 vehicles. The diagnostic software in the central electronic module (Cem) may cause a malfunction of the windshield wiper functionality. If this…

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the cem and upgrade the software free of charge. The recall began on May 15, 2009. Owners may contact Volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552, or customercare@volvoforlife.

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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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2010-06-14Equipment10V190000 Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010 XC70 vehicles manufactured from December 5, 2006 through October 1, 2009 for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety…

Remedy: The corrective action is to update the vehicles with a new FMVSS label, tire and loading information label and TPMS software. Volvo retailers will also apply a label with correct maximum tire…

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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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2008 Volvo XC70 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Fuel system, gasoline: 9 reports on file for this year.
Fuel/propulsion system: 4 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 07V500000 · Air bags
Recall 07V566000 · Equipment
Recall 08V032000 · Equipment
Recall 09V139000 · Electrical system
Recall 09V218000 · Engine and engine cooling
Recall 10V190000 · Equipment
Recall 10V566000 · Equipment
Recall 20V378000 · Seat belts

FAQ

Is the 2008 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 2008 Volvo XC70?: The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Volvo XC70 have?: 8 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.