Volvo C70 power steering fluid leak due to reservoir seam, resolved by replacing with newer model on Volvo C70

Submitted by smtelegadis · Jun 23, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

Some Volvo C70 owners report experiencing power steering fluid leaks due to compromised reservoir seams, which can swell and eventually leak over time. This issue often arises from pressure-induced damage to the original reservoir, leading to a horizontal seam that allows fluid to escape. To prevent further leaks and ensure the proper functioning of the power steering system, it is recommended that owners replace the reservoir with a newer Volvo original model. Failure to address this issue may result in fluid leaking onto other components, such as belts, which can compromise the integrity of the power steering system.

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Volvo C70 vehicles with this problem

1 model year affected
Average mileage: 53,000 miles
(53,000 - 53,000)

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