Does the 2005 Volvo XC70 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Volvo XC70, the most recent reported on October 14, 2021 (Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module, Air bags: frontal). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Volvo XC70?

Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (8 complaints), followed by electrical system (3).

How many 2005 Volvo XC70 complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 27 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2005 Volvo XC70 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 27 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Volvo XC70.

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.

2005 Volvo XC70 recalls

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module · Air bags: frontal

NHTSA campaign 21V800000 · reported October 14, 2021 · Volvo Car USA, LLC · 194,546 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2007 V70 and XC70 vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
The risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10136.

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.

Most reported problems

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

Power train8
Electrical system3
Vehicle speed control3
Air bags2
Fuel system, gasoline2
Seat belts2
Suspension2
Engine1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Seats1

What owners report

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

May 2, 2022 · Air bags
The contact owns a 2005 Volvo XC70. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V800000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the…

Dec 20, 2021 · Air bags
The contact owns a 2005 Volvo XC70. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V800000 ( Air Bag ) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable till approximately 2 weeks to 2 months. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair…

Dec 6, 2018 · Unknown or other · 165 miles
MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHED WHILE DRIVING ON TUESDAY NOVEMBER 20TH AT ABOUT 4:45PM. I WAS NEAREST MY LOCAL MECHANIC SHOP (ELDORADO AUTOMOTIVE) AND THE TECH PLUGGED IN THE COMPUTER GADGET THAT READS WHAT IS HAPPENING AND TOLD ME A HOUSING UNDER THE HOOD NEEDED TO BE REMOVED TO INVESTIGATE FURTHER. I TOOK THE CAR IN…

Oct 25, 2017 · Tires · 115,000 miles
TIRE INFO PRIMEWELL VALERA TOURING 215/65/R16 98H MADE IN CHINA. DOT #5WA6 00A 4813 IN MARCH 2016 I GOT A NEW/USED CERTIFIED CAR FROM A DEALER IN ORLANDO FL THE CAR CAME WITH NEW TIRES. NOT SURE WHERE THE TIRES WERE SOLD/INSTALLED, BUT AFTER I DROVE ABOUT 11 000 MILES, ONE OF THE REAR TIRE STARTS TO LOSE PRESSURE…

Aug 22, 2016 · Fuel/propulsion system
EGNISSION TURNS BUT TURNS OFF AFTER A HALF SECOND AFTER TURNING KEY TO START CAR. HALF TANK STILL WON'T START. IT WAS PARKED AND TRYING TO START CAR. THE DAY BEFORE THE CAR WAS IN PARK AND IN PARK WITH AC RUNING AND CAR WAS MAKING NOISE AS SHUTTERING OR GOING IN AND OUT OF GEARS. CODE READS FULE PUMP MODAL

XC70 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2002	4	35	0	1
2003	4	24	1	0
2004	3	101	2	3
2005	2	27	2	0
2006	2	18	0	0
2007	2	25	0	0
2008	8	39	2	1

Across all years, the 2004 XC70 has the most complaints (101). All Volvo XC70 years →

Questions

Does the 2005 Volvo XC70 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Volvo XC70, the most recent reported on October 14, 2021 (Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module, Air bags: frontal). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Volvo XC70?: Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (8 complaints), followed by electrical system (3).
How many 2005 Volvo XC70 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 27 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 May 2, 2022.