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2007 Volvo C70Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 17 owner complaints about the 2007 Volvo C70, most often about the structure. It is covered by 4 safety recalls.

2007 Volvo C70
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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls4Free fix at dealersOwner complaints170 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage68kStructure, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 17, 2024. Updated daily. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain.

Complaints by system

Where the 2007 Volvo C70 has problems

17 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Structure80
Electrical system40
Service brakes10
Service brakes, hydraulic10
Visibility10
Child seat10
Wheels10
Exterior lighting10
Seats10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

4 recalls

2007 Volvo C70 recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Other: labels

Recall 11V-508 · Oct 18, 2011 · 20,611 vehicles

Risk. A MISPRINTED LABEL COULD LEAD TO IMPROPER TIRE INFLATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Foundation components: master cylinder

Recall 08V-101 · Mar 5, 2008 · 1,114 vehicles

Risk. THE CAPACITY TO BRAKE WILL GRADUALLY DETERIORATE FORCING THE DRIVER TO USE A HIGHER THAN EXPECTED FORCE ON THE BRAKE PEDAL WHEN COMPARED TO AN INTACT BRAKE…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Doors: latch

Recall 07V-218 · May 23, 2007 · 7,828 vehicles

Risk. THIS INCORRECT ASSEMBLY MAY RESULT IN THE LEFT DOOR NOT MEETING CERTAIN LEGAL REQUIREMENTS AT A CERTAIN CRASH SCENARIO.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Volvo.

Best & worst years

2007 vs. every other C70 year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the C70 median. How we score

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  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2007 Volvo C70 safety ratings

2007 Volvo C70 Convertible w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: No
  • Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words

What C70 owners report

Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

THE TRUNK WILL NO LONGER OPEN ALTHOUGH WHEN I USE THE REMOTE KEY TO UNLOCK IT I DO HEAR IT CLICK. I HAVE READ THAT THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM FOR OTHER DRIVERS, WHICH IS WHY I'M REPORTING IT HERE.
Complaint 11364901 · Oct 18, 2020 · 86,798 miles
WITHOUT NOTICE, THE DRIVER'S DOOR COMES UNLOCKS ITSELF AND UNLATCHED WHICH RESULTS IN THE DOOR OPENING WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE RESEARCHED THIS AND IT APPEARS TO BE A FAIRLY COMMON PROBLEM. HTTPS://VOLVOFORUMS.COM/FORUM/VOLVO-C70-14/C70-DOOR-UNLOCKS-OPENS-ITSELF-WHILE-DRIVING-83545/
Complaint 11208104 · May 16, 2019 · 86,000 miles
WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, PASSENGER DOOR SUDDENLY COMES UNLATCHED. DOORS ARE AUTOMATICALLY LOCKED WHEN DRIVING. THE INFORMATION SYSTEM REPORTS A DOOR OPEN, THE INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKER ON AND OFF WITH THE DOOR VIBRATING BY THE WIND AT 70 MPH. ALSO, THE WINDOW STARTS GOING UP AND DOWN ABOUT A…
Complaint 11093832 · May 15, 2018 · 73,000 miles

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