Does the 2000 Volvo S70 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 Volvo S70, 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 S70?

Owners have filed 164 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is vehicle speed control (70 complaints), followed by electrical system (32).

How many 2000 Volvo S70 complaints mention a crash or fire?

8 of 164 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 9 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2000 Volvo S70 recalls and problems

3 recalls and 164 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2000 Volvo S70.

recalls

164

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.

2000 Volvo S70 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.

Vehicle speed control70
Electrical system32
Engine and engine cooling21
Fuel system, gasoline14
Power train7
Air bags6
Exterior lighting6
Seat belts5
Service brakes, hydraulic5
Visibility4

What owners report

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

Apr 20, 2026 · Latches/locks/linkages
I am filing this complaint because my 2000 Volvo S60 is experiencing a safety failure regarding the Front, driver door latch/lock. The door fails to latch properly. While there is a known safety recall (e.g., recall R89978) for this exact issue on the 2000 Volvo S60, my VIN shows as 'not affected' on the NHTSA lookup…

Sep 29, 2020 · Seat belts
THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON A CITY STREET. I ENTERED THE VEHICLE, SAT DOWN IN THE DRIVER SIDE AND ATTEMPTED TO PULL THE SEAT ACROSS MY BODY. I WOULD NOT MOVE, I BEGAN TUGGING AT IT AND RELEASING IT. I BROKE THE HOUSING OFF OF THE SEATBELT AND I COULD SEE INSIDE IT WAS WRAPPED IN A SPIRAL.

Aug 14, 2020 · Electrical system
THE ETS LIGHT CAME ON INTERMITTENTLY. THE CAR ENDED UP STALLING AFTER BEING PARKED UPON TRYING TO RESTART IT. THIA IS AM ISSUE THAT ONLY THE VOLVO DEALERSHIP CAN FIX SINCE IT INVOLVES REPROGRAMMING OR REPLACING AND PROGRAMMING A NEW ETS MODULE. FORTUNATELY IT HAPPENED TO ME IN A PARKING LOT AND I WAS ABLE TO GET IT…

Mar 27, 2020 · Engine · 170,000 miles
IGNITION COIL IS MISFIRING, AND PARK NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ALSO KNOWN AS THE TRANSMISSION POSITION SWITCH OR NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH IS HAVING ISSUES. WHEN ITS IDLING ITS REALLY ROUGH WHILE DRIVING THE CAR JOLTS AN HICCUPS. DOESN'T KNOW WHAT GEAR IT'S GOING INTO

Jan 24, 2019 · Seat belts · 141,700 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT WAS COMPLETELY LOCKED IN THE RETRACTED POSITION AND DID NOT GIVE ANY SLACK TO SECURE THE DRIVER IN THE SEAT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CYLINDER WOULD NOT RELEASE THE TENSION TO PULL IT ACROSS THE CONTACT'S BODY. THE CONTACT EMAILED…

S70 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	3	164	8	1
2002	0	3	0	0

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Questions

Does the 2000 Volvo S70 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 Volvo S70, 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 S70?: Owners have filed 164 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is vehicle speed control (70 complaints), followed by electrical system (32).
How many 2000 Volvo S70 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 8 of 164 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 9 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 20, 2026.