repaired · 2022 Q3
Seat belts: front
Risk. An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
2013 Volvo XC70Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 9 owner complaints about the 2013 Volvo XC70, most often about the structure. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-378 the manufacturer reports only 65% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 27, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Volvo XC70 has problems
9 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Structure1 crash/fire/injury
3Visibility/wiper
2Air bags2 crash/fire/injury
1Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
1Steering
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 3 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2013 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
Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Risk. A malfunctioning TPMS cannot warn a driver that a tire is underinflated.
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
2013 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2013 Volvo XC70 safety ratings
2013 Volvo XC70 SW AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What XC70 owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Please be advised I purchased a very unsafe vehicle. It collapsed while I was driving it. I am unable to find a lawyer that will represent me. I spent all the money I have. Approximately five thousand dollars. My car insurance was increased and I haven't been able to find a loaner vehicle. I have…
All of a sudden, the right rear door will not open either from outside or inside. Similar problem was a recall on S60 Volvos.
Own a 2013 XC70?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.