2009 Volvo XC70
Only 15 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 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2009
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 15 complaints
View as data table
| 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
Only 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Wheels
4 of 15 total reports mention: wheels.
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Brake pads on passenger side/right rear wearing prematurely or faster than pads on other wheels, or in relation to other 3 wheels. Either brake calipers are sticking or there is a software or electronic braking problem on the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-15
Also filed under Service brakes
Tires
3 of 15 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing valve and pressure monitoring and regulating systems.
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 15 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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Vehicle shuts down as if it is not getting fuel, stalls and shuts off. It will restart after sitting for a while but will only go a short distance before doing it again.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-03-09
Vehicle stalls, it will start up again, can be driven a short distance but stalls again this happens while vehicle is in motion has happened on city streets and on the highway a recall is associated with this problem Volvo recall no.R215 recall...
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-01-28
Electrical system
2 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2009 Volvo XC70. The contact discovered that NHTSA campaign id number 09V343000, electrical system, software recall is related to his year, make and model vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-09-14
Steering
2 of 15 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing hose, piping, and connections.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2009 Volvo XC70. The contact stated while driving she noticed a very loud noise in the front end of the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-09-09
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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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2009-09-28Electrical system09V343000 Volvo is recalling my 2008-2010 S80, model year 2009-2010 XC70 and model year 2010 XC60 vehicles. Under certain conditions the software within the central electronic module (Cem) may not send a…
Remedy: Dealers will download software to the vehicles' cem free of charge. The recall began on September 30, 2009. Vehicles in dealer's inventory will be repaired prior to delivery. Owners may contact…
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
2009 Volvo XC70 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Wheels: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 09V218000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 09V343000 · Electrical system
- Recall 10V190000 · Equipment
- Recall 10V566000 · Equipment
- Recall 20V378000 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 2009 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 2009 Volvo XC70?
- The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Volvo XC70 have?
- 5 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.