repaired · 2023 Q3
Air bags: frontal
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
2004 Volvo XC70Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 101 owner complaints about the 2004 Volvo XC70, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-800 the manufacturer reports only 16% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 17, 2025. Updated daily. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2004 Volvo XC70 has problems
101 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
24Fuel/propulsion system
16Suspension
14Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
11Power train
10Fuel system, gasoline
6Air bags
6Seats
3Service brakes, hydraulic
3Engine
1911 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 24 | 0 |
| Suspension | 16 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 14 | 1 |
| Power train | 11 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 10 | 0 |
| Air bags | 6 | 2 |
| Seats | 6 | 3 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| 11 other systems | 19 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2004 Volvo XC70 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
Electrical: navigational system(global positioning system)
Risk. AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.
no report yet
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. IF THE CONDITION OCCURS VEHICLE OWNERS MAY NOTICE FUEL SMELL AND/OR FUEL LEAK WHICH, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
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
2004 vs. every other XC70 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 XC70 median. How we score
'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2004 Volvo XC70 safety ratings
2004 Volvo XC70 4-DR. Wagon w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Optional
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What XC70 owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I own a 2004 Volvo XC70 that is experiencing the same fuel pump defect described in Recall R220 / NHTSA Campaign 09V483000 (fuel pump leak). My vehicle exhibits fuel system problems consistent with the recall description. However, my VIN is not included in the current recall population. When I…
My car kept getting a light for its coolant levels despite me filling it with proper coolant-I noticed a leak of coolant on the ground & upon getting it inspected from an independent service center, they told me the issue was my radiator so we got the part to fix it and a week later fixed the…
Fuel pump seal leak/ flange broke. Smelled gas, saw a puddle under the car. Upon fuel pump inspection a failed repair combined with original broken seal flange. We live in a state where the recall was not listed so our next step is to contact volvo.
Own a 2004 XC70?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.