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2000 Volvo C70 recalls and problems

3 recalls and 26 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2000 Volvo C70.

3
recalls
26
owner complaints
2
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2000 Volvo C70 recalls

Vehicle speed control

NHTSA campaign 06V441000 · reported November 15, 2006 · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. · 170,099 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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 subsequent onset of limp home modes.
The risk
This resulted in a high number of vehicles going into the limp home mode without need.
The fix
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.

Exterior lighting: headlights, switch

NHTSA campaign 04V504000 · reported October 21, 2004 · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. · 97,000 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, over an extended period of time, the headlight switch may cease to function.
The risk
The head lights may not operate properly which could result in intermittent or no headlight function. This could impair a driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Exterior lighting: turn signal

NHTSA campaign 00V405000 · reported December 6, 2000 · VOLVO CARS OF NA, INC. · 245,894 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. There could be inadequate contact between the bulb and socket which could cause the front turn signal not to function as designed.
The risk
This would fail to warn an approaching driver that the vehicle is turning and could lead to a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the left and right front turn signal bulb and socket.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 24, 2024 · Air bags · 271,000 miles

The contact owns a 2000 Volvo C70. The contact stated that while the vehicle was started and reaching for the seat belt, the driver's side air bag was deployed inadvertently. There was smoke present in the vehicle after the air bags deployed and the contact safely exited the vehicle. The contact confirmed that there…

Jun 27, 2014 · Vehicle speed control · 95,000 miles

THE CAR LOSES POWER, SHUTS OFF, AND/OR WON'T ACCELERATE WHEN YOU STEP ON THE GAS WITHOUT WARNING. VOLVO HAS DETERMINED THE ETM'S IN THESE MODELS TO BE DEFECTIVE BUT CONTINUE TO BE ALLOWED TO NOT TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THEIR WORKMANSHIP. THEY HAVE NOT HAD TO TAKE FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THEIR ACCIDENTS, INCIDENTS…

Aug 7, 2012 · Vehicle speed control · 100,000 miles · crash reported

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO C70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY INCREASED ACCELERATION UP TO 75 MPH. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SLOW DOWN AND CRASHED INTO THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO…

Aug 25, 2010 · Fuel system, other · 109,000 miles

IRREGULAR ENGINE RPMS AT IDLE; CAR BEGINS TO STALL BEFORE ACCELERATION, AND CAR FAILS TO HOLD SPEED. HAD CAR TO DEALER SEVERAL TIMES, ONLY TO HAVE THE "155" SOFTWARE UPDATE PERFORMED BUT NO ETM REPLACEMENT. NOW THAT MAGICALLY THE 10 YEAR PERIOD HAS JUST EXPIRED, THE DEALER NOW CLAIMS A NEW ETM IS NEEDED AT MY EXPENSE.

Sep 30, 2009 · Electrical system · 138,400 miles

I OWN A 2000 VOLVO C70. THE CAR WAS OPERATING NORMALLY DRIVING 65 MPH AND WHILE DRIVING WENT INTO WHAT IS CALLED 'LIMP MODE' CAUSING A NEAR CRASH. THIS HAPPENED A 2ND TIME LATER THAT DAY. THE CAR NOW SURGES AT VARIOUS SPEED AND IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THE CAR IS AT A VOLVO DEALERSHIP RIGHT NOW. THE DEALER INDICATED THAT…

C70 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2000 32620
2001 2700
2002 1500
2003 0400

Across all years, the 2000 C70 has the most complaints (26). All Volvo C70 years →

Questions

Does the 2000 Volvo C70 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 Volvo C70, the most recent reported on November 15, 2006 (Vehicle speed control). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Volvo C70?
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (12 complaints), followed by vehicle speed control (5).
How many 2000 Volvo C70 complaints mention a crash or fire?
2 of 26 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 24, 2024.