Does the 2001 Volvo C70 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 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 2001 Volvo C70?

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is vehicle speed control (4 complaints), followed by tires (2).

How many 2001 Volvo C70 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2001 Volvo C70 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 7 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Volvo C70.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2001 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: 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.

Vehicle speed control4
Tires2
Electrical system1
Fuel system, gasoline1
Wheels1

What owners report

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

Dec 27, 2012 · Vehicle speed control · 125,012 miles
CAR SUDDENLY LURCHES FORWARD, STUMBLES, STALLS, GOES INTO LIMP MODE, NEARLY REAR-ENDED ON THE FREEWAY WITH MY WIFE AND CHILD ON BOARD. VOLVO SAYS PREVIOUS OWNER HAD SOFTWARE UPDATED PER RECALL, SO NOTHING CAN BE DONE. "THAT PART PROBABLY NEEDS TO BE REPLACED". BOUGHT CAR AT CARMAX, WHO WILL NOT DO ANYTHING AS I HAVE…

May 17, 2012 · Vehicle speed control · 189,790 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 VOLVO C70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE LOST POWER WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY FAILED. THE CONTACT ALSO NOTIFIED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA…

Nov 18, 2005 · Fuel system, gasoline · 44,900 miles
MY 2001 VOLVO C70 ETM MODULE MALFUNCTIONED....

Aug 16, 2005 · Electrical system · 62,227 miles
1. ETS (ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM) WARNING LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. THIS CAN AFFECT DRIVABILITY OF A VEHICLE. 2. THROTTLE BODY FOR VOLVO 2001 C70 HAD TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $1075. 3. THIS IS WIDE SPREAD PROBLEM WITH VOLVO CARS MADE FROM 1999 TO 2001 AFFECTING MODELS S70, V70, C70, S80 AND S60, BUT…

Aug 3, 2005 · Vehicle speed control · 52,470 miles
DT: VOLVO WAS STALLING AT IDLING AT LOW SPEEDS AS IT WERE ABOUT TO DIE . ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON/OFF. CONSUME RTOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, WHO REPLACED ELECTRICAL THROTTLE BODY.

C70 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2000	3	26	2
2001	2	7	0
2002	1	5	0
2003	0	4	0
2004	0	15	1

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

Questions

Does the 2001 Volvo C70 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 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 2001 Volvo C70?: Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is vehicle speed control (4 complaints), followed by tires (2).
How many 2001 Volvo C70 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received December 27, 2012.