Resources for the Repair and Maintenance of your Volvo C70
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Volvo C70 Problems
Convertible Top May Have Problems With Micro-Switches/Potentiometers
The convertible top may have problems with the micro-switches and potentiometers that help control the raising and lowering of the top.
Door Window Regulator May Fail
Door window regulator failures have been reported. These vehicles have a very complex door window mechanism that can be very difficult to adjust properly after installing a new window regulator. This can lead to air leaks, wind noise, and a door that doesn't open or close properly. This is a good time to find an experienced Volvo mechanic!
Knocking Noise From The Front Suspension Going Over Bumps
Knocking noises going over bumps can be caused by worn sway bar end links. These end links have small ball joints that become loose and rattle. Replacement is the only fix.
ABS light due to control module failure
The anti-lock brake system (ABS) Control Unit has a high failure rate. When this fault occurs, the ABS light will illuminate and codes may be stored indicating a problem with the ABS Pump Motor, or Wheel Speed Sensors, but the problem is the ABS Control Module.
Other symptoms may include an illuminated Check Engine and transmission shift light. and the speedometer may stop working as well.
Note: The brake system will operate normally...
Sun Visors Will Not Stay Up and Interior Light Stays On
The sun visor can break at the hinge area, causing the visor to fall down. This break can also cause the interior lights to stay on all the time, draining the battery. Disconnecting the visor will stop the lights from draining the battery, but the visor will need to be replaced to address this problem properly.
Volvo C70 Recalls (Recent)
Volvo C70 Recall 99V236000
Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONTAL PASSENGER AIR BAG MAY BE OVERLY SENSITIVE TO CERTAIN ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE.
Learn more »Volvo C70 Recall 06V441000
Summary: 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.
Learn more »Volvo C70 Recall 04V504000
Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY CEASE TO FUNCTION.
Learn more »Volvo C70 Recall 99V235000
Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. OPERATION OF THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, CAN RESULT IN INCONSISTENT OPERATION OF THE SWITCH.
Learn more »Volvo C70 Recall 00V405000
Summary: 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.
Learn more »Volvo C70 Questions and Answers
The check engine light comes on and stays on. It went out for a while now it's back on. I had it checked and they said it's something to do with the gas tank sensor. BEfore I go and sp...
My key is stuck in the ignition and will not come out. It will start and turn off my car but I can not get it out.
I changed the whole front strut assembly including the mounts and spring seats ..the ride was somewhat better but started acting up again..any suggestions on solving the problem
we have a bad engine and the used 1 we can find is chariter # they ask for mine is a 53 and there is a 55
Volvo C70 Reviews
I must admit, someone got a lemon of a car.
For me this one has been the most reliable of all.
The only problem that I have had was that the instruments would play crazy - like brake failure, or abs failure...
This has now been solved - all the wirings were checked and rechecked.
No problems since then.
Also mine runs on LPG.
I have had at least 11 cars, this has been the best and the longest owned - just short of 180.000 km driven - technically drives as on day one!
all in all a great car!
I was so excited to get my first brand new car and thought I was getting quality in buying a Volvo C70 Convertible. It has approx 80,000 miles and I'm being told I need a new engine through no fault of my own! I've already had to replace the clutch, repair the drooping headliner. The quality of the leather seats is the worst I've ever seen. Needless to say, I'm never buying another Volvo.
beautifull high dollar piece of shiitt to say the least, it cost 35,000.00 new and today 10 yrs later with 130,000 miles its only worth 4,600. omg.. the power sterring has been replaced, the radiator,the convertible top was 3,500 replaced, the two front seats were replaced 3,700
all the trim buttons are popping off/breaking
please..... can you say throw your money out the window?????
everything possible has went wrong with this piece of junk.....
the dealership is saying my transmission is bad at 129,413 miles on it. and my wife has drove it since we bought it. it has never been run hard or anything that could harm it. it was running fine before we had the fluid changed but now it wont change into 3rd gear. they claim "it happens"
other c70 owners agree this is one beautifull high dollar piece of shiit that will not last or hold a value, now im seeing why the value drops so low so fast...... please do yourself a favor and dont ever buy a de-solvo. because your investment will disolve right infront of your eyes....
dont change the transmission fluid or the junker might not ever drive again.. at 129,000 miles this 35,000 piece of shit will go down in history/youtube when i light it on fire and drive it into the river. it is a PIECE OF SHIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
youd feel better if you just gave the money away instead of knowing you had faith in volvo and got a 35,000.00 fuckkin..
I purchased my 2011 Volvo used and I love it. It runs like a top and gets lots of looks. Like all convertibles it is a bit noisy. The back seat is roomy but difficult to get in and out. I never use it anyway. I would buy this car again in a heartbeat.
Hey Great Falls, MT,
If your car is like my 98' C70 it's more than likely that a spring has fallen off of your passenger seat. It's located near the rotating hinge where the seat folds forward/backward.. The spring holds a metal arm against a connection so when the seat is manually put forward the controls dis-engage (safety feature). When the spring falls off the arm becomes loose and no long makes the connect. Run your hand behind the seat along the outer hinge. You'll feel a small metal arm that should be just sort of hanging. If you push it forward u'll hear a click! Try your motor controls if they work, then that's your problem. Can't help u w/ a solution because the spring is almost impossible to get back on.