Does the 2007 Volvo C70 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2007 Volvo C70, the most recent reported on October 18, 2011 (Equipment: other, labels). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Volvo C70?

Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (8 complaints), followed by unknown or other (5).

How many 2007 Volvo C70 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 17 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2007 Volvo C70 recalls and problems

4 recalls and 17 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2007 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.

2007 Volvo C70 recalls

Equipment: other, labels

NHTSA campaign 11V508000 · reported October 18, 2011 · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. · 20,611 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volvo is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 c70 vehicles manufactured from november 15, 2005, through july 31, 2011, and model year 2011-2012 s60 vehicles manufactured from july 14, 2010, through april 16, 2011, that were equipped with optional accessory spare tire kit. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles do not contain the correct information for vehicles equipped with the optional accessory spare tire and wheel kit.
The risk: A misprinted label could lead to improper tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Volvo will notify owners and dealers will inspect the vehicle and install the label as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on february 23, 2012. Owners may contact volvo at 1-201-768-7300.

Equipment: electrical, navigational system(global positioning system)

NHTSA campaign 10V566000 · reported November 8, 2010 · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. · 416 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
The risk: An overheated battery could lead to a fire.
The fix: 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 new battery and a spacer will be inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 18, 2010. Owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, master cylinder

NHTSA campaign 08V101000 · reported March 5, 2008 · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. · 1,114 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volvo is recalling 1,114 my 2007 c30, c70, s40, and v50 passenger vehicles. A soft anodized layer in the master cylinder may trigger early wear on a rubber seal that can result in internal leakage of brake fluid. If affected, the driver may experience reduced brake performance when applying and maintaining force of the brake pedal.
The risk: The capacity to brake will gradually deteriorate forcing the driver to use a higher than expected force on the brake pedal when compared to an intact brake system. The deterioration can eventually result in complete loss of the brake system functionality increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the master cylinder. The brake master cylinder and brake fluid reservoir will be replaced and certain brake lines cleaned free of charge. The recall began on march 11, 2008. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Latches/locks/linkages: doors, latch

NHTSA campaign 07V218000 · reported May 23, 2007 · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. · 7,828 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain passenger vehicles, an incorrect temporary assembly instruction resulted in an incorrect assembly of the left door handle bowden cable attachment.
The risk: This incorrect assembly may result in the left door not meeting certain legal requirements at a certain crash scenario.
The fix: Dealers will adjust the left door bowden cable by removing an existing cable tie and placing the bowden cable in its designated position free of charge. The recall began on june 29, 2007. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Most reported problems

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

Structure8
Unknown or other5
Electrical system4
Child seat1
Exterior lighting1
Seats1
Service brakes1
Service brakes, hydraulic1
Visibility1
Wheels1

What owners report

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

Oct 17, 2024 · Unknown or other
I took my Volvo C70 into Niello Volvo Cars Sacramento on March 24, 2022. My invoice is attached (…) Recall 247 performed - tire pressure recall) Cassandra at Volvo ordered a new sticker at that appointment. Can you send me the new sticker as Niello Volvo Sacramento CA never followed up. Label is 11V508000. INFORMATION…

Oct 18, 2020 · Structure · 86,798 miles
THE TRUNK WILL NO LONGER OPEN ALTHOUGH WHEN I USE THE REMOTE KEY TO UNLOCK IT I DO HEAR IT CLICK. I HAVE READ THAT THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM FOR OTHER DRIVERS, WHICH IS WHY I'M REPORTING IT HERE.

Apr 29, 2020 · Wheels
PURCHASED NEW UNIROYAL TIRES FOR MY CAR ALL HAVE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED IN VERY SHORT TIME TIRES SUFFER FROM RAPID DEFLATION FOR NOW REASON. TIRE DEALER HAS BLAMED WHEELS AIR PRESSURE ECT . THREE OF THE 4 WHEELS HAVE BE CHANGED ALL HAVE BEEN INSPECTED BY A WHEEL REPAIR SERVICE. THERE HAVE NEVER BEEN A NAIL OR ROAD…

Sep 22, 2019 · Electrical system · 142,000 miles
MY 2007 C70 STOPPED READING BOTH OF MY KEY FOBS AT THE SAME TIME. I WAS AT WALMART AND WHEN I TRIED TO START THE CAR IT SAID KEY ERROR TRY AGAIN. SO I TRIED AND I TRIED. NOTHING. I CALLED MY ROOMMATE WHO CAME WITH MY OTHER KEY ABOUT 1 HOUR LATER. IT WAS ABOUT 1:30 AM BY THIS TIME. THE OTHER KEY DIDN'T WORK EITHER…

May 16, 2019 · Structure · 86,000 miles
WITHOUT NOTICE, THE DRIVER'S DOOR COMES UNLOCKS ITSELF AND UNLATCHED WHICH RESULTS IN THE DOOR OPENING WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE RESEARCHED THIS AND IT APPEARS TO BE A FAIRLY COMMON PROBLEM. HTTPS://VOLVOFORUMS.COM/FORUM/VOLVO-C70-14/C70-DOOR-UNLOCKS-OPENS-ITSELF-WHILE-DRIVING-83545/

C70 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2004	0	15	1	0
2006	2	9	0	0
2007	4	17	0	0
2008	3	22	2	1
2009	3	10	0	0
2010	2	4	0	1

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

Questions

Does the 2007 Volvo C70 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2007 Volvo C70, the most recent reported on October 18, 2011 (Equipment: other, labels). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Volvo C70?: Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (8 complaints), followed by unknown or other (5).
How many 2007 Volvo C70 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 17 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 October 17, 2024.