Does the 2000 Volvo V70XC have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Volvo V70XC, 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 V70XC?

Owners have filed 103 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is vehicle speed control (45 complaints), followed by electrical system (24).

How many 2000 Volvo V70XC complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 103 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2000 Volvo V70XC recalls and problems

2 recalls and 103 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2000 Volvo V70XC.

recalls

103

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 V70XC 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.

Most reported problems

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

Vehicle speed control45
Electrical system24
Fuel system, gasoline18
Power train11
Engine and engine cooling9
Latches/locks/linkages4
Tires4
Fuel system, other3
Unknown or other3
Equipment2

What owners report

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

Aug 21, 2014 · Fuel/propulsion system · 79,000 miles
PULLING OUT OF PHYSICAL THERAPY PARKING LOT UNTO SOUTH PARK AVE. IN HAMBURG NY 14075, ENGINE STALLED IN MIDDLE LANE. BARELY MADE IT ACROSSTO CURBSIDE AND STALLED AGAIN, PATROL CAR CAME AND ASSISTED ME WITH HIS FLASHING LIGHTS. VEHICLE STILL NOT IN RUNNING CONDITION. TRIED NEW PARTSWITH OUT SUCCESS.GOING TO MECHANIC.

Aug 18, 2014 · Vehicle speed control · 190,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2000 VOLVO V70XC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH THE VEHICLE LOST ACCELERATION WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE IDLE AIR CONTROL CIRCUIT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE…

Sep 18, 2013 · Vehicle speed control · 135,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO V70XC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO DECELERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. A TROUBLE CODE WAS DETECTED PERTAINING TO THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE. THERE WAS A RECALL ASSOCIATED…

Apr 7, 2011 · Electrical system · 114,400 miles
CAR INTERMITTENTLY LOSES POWER AND SOMETIMES ETS LIGHT COMES ON. USUSALLY IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC.

Mar 13, 2011 · Fuel system, gasoline · 190,000 miles
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON SERVICE LIGHT IS ON THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR AND OXYGEN SENSOR DEFECTS, TROUBLESHOOTING CODES: P1171,P1132,P0141.

V70XC model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	2	103	1	1
2001	1	144	6	1
2002	1	27	1	0
2003	0	12	0	0

Across all years, the 2001 V70XC has the most complaints (144). All Volvo V70XC years →

Questions

Does the 2000 Volvo V70XC have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Volvo V70XC, 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 V70XC?: Owners have filed 103 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is vehicle speed control (45 complaints), followed by electrical system (24).
How many 2000 Volvo V70XC complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 103 complaints report a crash and 1 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 August 21, 2014.