2004 Volvo C70
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Owner complaints
15 complaints1 involved a crash1 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Electrical system
I was driving down the highway and the battery light came on and the car got a little sluggish and then all of a sudden it went black I was driving at night so I noticed immediately because the headlights went out everything on the dash that was illuminated lost light and the car stalled and then…
I was driving down the highway and the battery light came on and the car got a little sluggish and then all of a sudden it went black I was driving at night so I noticed immediately because the headlights went out everything on the dash that was illuminated lost light and the car stalled and then sputter and stall it just was no longer running pulled over to the side of the road put it in park turn the key off waited about 2 minutes turn the key back on to see if I had lights because I thought it was the battery and I had lights and then I tried again the ignition and it started super random that had never happened before I have had some problems with needing a jump leading up to this but I have a brand new battery and I should not be having that problem
- Power train
Hard shifting between 1ST & 2ND gear. Causes the tires to skid feeling like the vehicle has been hit from behind. This happens after the vehicle warms up and in a stop and go environment.
- Air bags · Electronic stability control (esc)
The airbag symbol appears on the dashboard also check engine light stays on as well. even when I get it(electrical) repaired: it reappear after a couple of weeks.{while driving these symbols appear still as of this day. please can you advice me where I should have it fix. I live in marengo, iowa 52301
- Vehicle speed control
I thoight my tranmission was going at fitst the csr would buck. The other day the csr jumped forward. Raced like briefly. Today my ets light went on. Electronic throttle service light. reading up on this states problems noted but dealership says I have to pay replacement parts and labor. I feel it should b a recall. This IS dadangerous and expensive
- Air bags
I had entered the car, which was in park and not turned on, reached for my seat belt and the driver side airbag spontaneously deployed. there was no impact or reason for the deployment. the deployment caused a minor injury to left arm.
- Engine · Power train
The transmission began to shift hard. Now at less than 125, it needs a new one. *tr
- Power train
Hard up shifting from 1ST to 2ND and down shifting when car IS warm. Drives fine at highway speeds. *js
- Air bags · Structure › Body · Wheels
I was driving my 2004 volvo C70 when I drifted off into a high curb. This caused my passenger airbag to deploy.the loud and disrupting noise then caused me to loose all control of the car. As I then ran through a fence and trees before I came to a stop. I was the only one in the car. So why did the empty passenger seat bag deploy. And why did the drivers airbag not deploy. *tr
- Electrical system · Fuel/propulsion system
Vehicle start then die or just crank and no start. at the time problem thought to be fuel pump relay. immobilizer was checked but nothing done. immobilizer continued to be a problem (after warranty expired); keys have been replaced/recoded, immobilizer control module found faulty and replaced…
Vehicle start then die or just crank and no start. at the time problem thought to be fuel pump relay. immobilizer was checked but nothing done. immobilizer continued to be a problem (after warranty expired); keys have been replaced/recoded, immobilizer control module found faulty and replaced, antenna ring found faulty and replaced. this IS a safety issue because there IS no warning prior to this occurring; it just will not start when the key IS put into the ignition (could be day or night - you are just stuck!) recently, on 7-16-2012 the vehicle repeated this action three (3) times on the same day. in the last two (2) months I have recorded not less than ten (10) incidents. had I called for a road assist each time I would not have any more available calls. for some reason the transmitter and receiver (transponder) are not in synch (anti-theft device IS overdoing its job). volvo.com was contacted but so far have not done anything to address this. this IS definitely a safety related defect and a pricey one. *tr
- Power train
Transmission failure with under 90K miles and vehicle receiving regular service from volvo dealerships. This appears to be a frequent occurrence among C70 volvo owners. *tt
- Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 volvo C70. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check engine light would illuminate on the instrumental panel. As he drove, he felt a violent shutter and the vehicle would appear as if it would stall. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic…
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 volvo C70. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check engine light would illuminate on the instrumental panel. As he drove, he felt a violent shutter and the vehicle would appear as if it would stall. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the "etm" or electronic throttle module failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 118,000.
- Fuel system, gasoline
Intermitten problem with fuel pump/fuel pressure. No fuel pressure sometimes during idle and start up. Very similar to the problem that we had with our 2003 volvo S80 which IS now under recall.
- Equipment · Visibility
The sun visors in my car have failed multiple times, typically through breakage of the plastic pivot shaft. this makes it difficult to move the visor to the down position, and can prevent the driver from reducing glare when driving into the sun. this IS a safety hazard issue. further, the shaft…
The sun visors in my car have failed multiple times, typically through breakage of the plastic pivot shaft. this makes it difficult to move the visor to the down position, and can prevent the driver from reducing glare when driving into the sun. this IS a safety hazard issue. further, the shaft breakage usually causes wiring shorts that can discharge the battery, or at the very least render the mirror lights inoperative. I have had repairs made by the dealer, but the replacement parts have failed as, or even more quickly in some cases than the originals. *tr
- Electrical system
My wife and I leased this car in april 2004 . Since that time we have had it to dealer for service eight times for starting problems. The car can be hot or cold. It will not stall while running this IS just when you go to start it. *Ak so far, they have replaceed an immobilizer two times,an…
My wife and I leased this car in april 2004 . Since that time we have had it to dealer for service eight times for starting problems. The car can be hot or cold. It will not stall while running this IS just when you go to start it. *Ak so far, they have replaceed an immobilizer two times,an engine speed sensor three times, replaced an engine immobilzer antenna ring two times, a main relay once,totally reloaded the computer system once,and replaced an rpm sensor once. this IS by far the worse car I've ever had. I still have one year to go on the lease and we don't even feel like driving it. I defiantly want to pursue the florida lemon law on this car I want volvo to take this inferior product back now. My wife IS a ford retiree and we leased this car mainly because ford owns volvo. What a mistake.
- Electrical system
The 2004 C70 has major electrical problems. we purchased our vehicle new. since ownership this car has been well maintained. over the past 14 months our car has stalled six times as of 3-8-06. each occasion has happened if the vehicle hasn't been driven within four to five days. each situation…
The 2004 C70 has major electrical problems. we purchased our vehicle new. since ownership this car has been well maintained. over the past 14 months our car has stalled six times as of 3-8-06. each occasion has happened if the vehicle hasn't been driven within four to five days. each situation has been discovered after its sat over-night. the first several times the dealer blamed it on a faulty sun-visor wire. as of this date, both sun-visor wires have been replaced, they've replaced our battery three times... And the problem still exist. the dealer also claims that do to the on board computer which runs even when the vehicle IS not running, this will continuously drain the battery... Causing this experience. I have three real concerns: 1. Does this mean that the consumer can't leave their car at the airport for a week to go on a business trip...? 2. this electrical situation IS not mentioned in any of the volvo ad literature... Maintenance books, magazines or commercials... or at time of purchase!!!! are the consumers expected to absorb this defective product? 3. my wife IS disabled. because of the numerous repair non-conformity.... we no longer have faith in this product. we have written the manufacturer who was supposedly involved with this last repair. we're now convinced that there IS a horrible electrical problem with this vehicle, and volvo IS now trying to play damage control... At the consumer's expense... And possible lives... an unreliable vehicle puts my wife's safety at risk.. we are pursuing requesting that this vehicle be replaced. don't buy the convertible C70... You'll have problems... *jb
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11007925Information about valid Software partnumbers to order and download Software for "PDS" Pre-Delivery Service
- 10249191This is a Technical Journal: 12V Battery Testing Method
- 10241661Complimentary upgrade c00009 description.
- 10241651Rubber cushion
- 10219421Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information August 2022; Improvement List (Change Log) - US21+OBD22 (13L VGT, TC) And US17+OBD22 (11L) Emissions
- 10213885The Deutronic DBL-1200 is an advanced battery maintainer/charger with the flexibility to be updated as products and repair methods evolve.
- 10213883ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
- 10213882Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
- 10212892Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
- 10212891VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App
- 10181041Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them.
- 10179681This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder
- 10178520This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Lithium-ion Hybrid Battery Packs shipping and handling to Volvo Reman
- 10178516This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Lithium-ion Hybrid Battery Packs shipping and handling to Volvo Reman
- 10178503Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them.
- 10177392Effective immediately, all 12V batteries may be tested using the hand held battery tester 9513030 (BT3300). The VIDA test is still available but no longer required. For battery replacements under warranty, the code generated by the BT3300 must be manually copied into the repair order text. It must also be printed and attached to the hard copy of the repair order.
- 10177386Service Manager Bulletin: Vehicle Type and Platform Information
- 10173760This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder
- 10171676Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them.
- 10170147Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : SMB00 - 323 and SMB00 - 323A YEAR MONTH DAY SERVICE SERVICE WARRANTY 2013 02 15 MANAGER WRITER ADMINISTRATOR Service Personnel : Read and initial Page 1 of 1 Volvo monitors completion rates for all service actions and will complete notification re - mails to vehicle owners when necessary . Listed below are the latest notification re - mails . Please refer to SMB 00 - 323 and SMB 00 - 323A for information on how and where to find the related Service Action documents in VRC2 and TIE . FEBRUARY RE - MAILS Action Description # of Re - Mails Service Campaign 236 Washer Reservoir Sensor Canada ? 295 Recall 129 Brake Vacuum Pump U.S . ? 3,430 Recall 245 Replace Fuel Lines U.S . ? 48 MARCH RE - MAILS Action Description # of Re - Mails Recall 246 Inspect P / S Return Hose U.S . ? 1,367 Recall 246 Inspect P / S Return Hose Canada ? 95 Recall 251 Inspect Underbody Coating Canada ? 54 Recall 255 TCM Software Upgrade U.S . ? 499 Recall 256 TPMS Warning Message U.S . ? 123 Please be prepared to accommodate vehicle owners that may contact you regarding these actions . ? Fixed Right ? First Time ? Produced in the USA and available as an electronic document . Hard copy documents are printed in USA on recycled paper containing a minimum of 50 % wastepaper and 10 % post - consumer waste . 2013 VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA , LLC
- 10169394This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other control modules in the vehicle. Swapping the Driver Information Module (DIM) is strictly forbidden as the DIM it is the main carrier of the odometer function, and will, in case of swapping, result in manipulated odometer value. Service: Please do NOT swap any control modules from vehicle to vehicle for testing, unless instructed to do so in a Vehicle Report by the Technical Helpdesk
- 10169393This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other control modules in the vehicle. Swapping the Driver Information Module (DIM) is strictly forbidden as the DIM it is the main carrier of the odometer function, and will, in case of swapping, result in manipulated odometer value. Service: Please do NOT swap any control modules from vehicle to vehicle for testing, unless instructed to do so in a Vehicle Report by the Technical Helpdesk
- 10169391Software Installation Policy changes.
- 10169390Effective immediately, all 12V batteries may be tested using the hand held battery tester 9513030 (BT3300). The VIDA test is still available but no longer required. For battery replacements under warranty, the code generated by the BT3300 must be manually copied into the repair order text. It must also be printed and attached to the hard copy of the repair order.
- 10169389This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments
- 10169388This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other vehicles.The attached checklists can be used for restoring customer settings, where applicable.
- 10169036Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them.
- 10169030This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
- 10169021Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : SMB00 - 323 and SMB00 - 323A YEAR MONTH DAY SERVICE SERVICE WARRANTY 2013 02 15 MANAGER WRITER ADMINISTRATOR Service Personnel : Read and initial Page 1 of 1 Volvo monitors completion rates for all service actions and will complete notification re - mails to vehicle owners when necessary . Listed below are the latest notification re - mails . Please refer to SMB 00 - 323 and SMB 00 - 323A for information on how and where to find the related Service Action documents in VRC2 and TIE . FEBRUARY RE - MAILS Action Description # of Re - Mails Service Campaign 236 Washer Reservoir Sensor Canada ? 295 Recall 129 Brake Vacuum Pump U.S . ? 3,430 Recall 245 Replace Fuel Lines U.S . ? 48 MARCH RE - MAILS Action Description # of Re - Mails Recall 246 Inspect P / S Return Hose U.S . ? 1,367 Recall 246 Inspect P / S Return Hose Canada ? 95 Recall 251 Inspect Underbody Coating Canada ? 54 Recall 255 TCM Software Upgrade U.S . ? 499 Recall 256 TPMS Warning Message U.S . ? 123 Please be prepared to accommodate vehicle owners that may contact you regarding these actions . ? Fixed Right ? First Time ? Produced in the USA and available as an electronic document . Hard copy documents are printed in USA on recycled paper containing a minimum of 50 % wastepaper and 10 % post - consumer waste . 2013 VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA , LLC
- 10168247VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Workshop Systems Requirements and Guidelines VIDA in 2015 , Peer - to - Peer Infrastructure GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada 00 337 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : YEAR MONTH DAY SERVICE SERVICE WARRANTY 2015 01 19 MANAGER WRITER ADMINISTRATOR Service Personnel : Read and initial Page 1 of 17 ? Right first time in Time ? Produced in the USA and available as an electronic document . Hard copy documents are printed in USA on recycled paper containing a minimum of 50 % wastepaper and 10 % post - consumer waste . 2015 VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA , LLC Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 Page 2 of 17 2015 - 01 - 19 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 2015 - 01 - 19 Page 3 of 17 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 Page 4 of 17 2015 - 01 - 19 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 2015 - 01 - 19 Page 5 of 17 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 Page 6 of 17 2015 - 01 - 19 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 2015 - 01 - 19 Page 7 of 17 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 Page 8 of 17 2015 - 01 - 19 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 2015 - 01 - 19 Page 9 of 17 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 Page 10 of 17 2015 - 01 - 19 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 2015 - 01 - 19 Page 11 of 17 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 Page 12 of 17 2015 - 01 - 19 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 2015 - 01 - 19 Page 13 of 17 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 Page 14 of 17 2015 - 01 - 19 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 2015 - 01 - 19 Page 15 of 17 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 Page 16 of 17 2015 - 01 - 19 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 2015 - 01 - 19 Page 17 of 17
- 10167953Software Installation Policy changes.
- 10167952Descripition of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.
- 10167915Dice Tool bulletin explaining the offer.
- 10167907This is a Service Product Journal: VIDA will not support Windows 8.1 after June 30th 2017
- 10167895This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other vehicles.The attached checklists can be used for restoring customer settings, where applicable.
- 10167887Technical Journal TITLE : The Error Frame Finder (EFF) can be an aid in fault tracing intermittent CAN network problems by providing a visible indication of error frames that are being transmitted on the network when the fault becomes active. The advantage of using the EFF function is that error frames are usually transmitted on the network before a vehicle symptom can occur. Hence, if the fault is very intermittent in nature, it may be possible, for example, to induce the wiring fault for a short duration by manipulating the vehicle harnesses and connectors. The electrical fault will occur and be detected by the EFF without ever having a vehicle symptom appear. The instructions for setting up the tool have been simplified.
- 10167872This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service Scheduling system enhancements. Improving Service Action/Recall scheduling.
- 10167861This is a Service Manager Bulletin: The online bookstore, www.volvotechinfo.com, serves Volvo Retailers, employees, Independent Repairers and customers throughout the United States and Canada by providing easy order-access to service, parts and owners? literature over the Internet.
- 10167854Mandatory Special Tool List
- 10167847Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
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