1997 Volvo S70

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Electrical system1
2. Service brakes, hydraulic1
3. Structure1
4. Vehicle speed control1

Latest complaints

• May 25, 2016MA119,000 mi
  Structure › Body › Door

  TL* the contact owns a 1997 volvo S70. The contact could not open the door from inside or outside the vehicle. The contact was an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the driver side door actuator failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 119,000.

• Mar 9, 2005NV113,000 mi
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

  While driving 40 mph abs/tracson warning light illuminated. This caused the vehicle to brake automatically. consumer pulled over, and restarted the vehicle. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.*ak

• Aug 5, 2004PA47,900 mi
  Vehicle speed control

  Consumer ets (electronic throttle module) would intermittently come on while driving ,and causing the vehicle to stall. Dealer was notified, and was able to correct the problem at a cost to the consumer. *Ak

• Jun 15, 2001TX
  Electrical system › Ignition › Switch

  After shutting off engine key sticks in ignition. It takes a few minutes of wiggling to get key out. Dealer replaced cylinder, but this did not remedy problem. *ak

Defect investigations

NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.

• Passenger compartment fires

  PE02029Opened Mar 7, 2002Closed Aug 22, 2002

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.

• 10241661Complimentary upgrade c00009 description.
• 10241651Rubber cushion
• 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
• 10087107This IS a service product journal : the previously reported issue with vida 2015 and battery testing has been resolved. Vida 2015 battery testing IS the only approved method for producing battery test codes. The use of vida classic or other measuring tools IS not considered acceptable when submitting warranty claims.
• 6089491A condition with the power antenna intermittently stopping between bottom and top position.
• 6089470This service bulletin describes how to replace the y-fitting on the fuel tank.
• 6089468Bulletin describing how to correct condition of oil leakage occurring at one or more of the oil pump retaining screws. This bulletin replaces the previous sb21-0023 dated october 1999.
• 629014Subject regarding engine management system service manual tp2321201.
• 615035Head lamp wiper motor replacement.
• 612378Information regarding the replacement of the new fuel tank with integrated roll-over valve. *Mjs
• 610592Information regarding the new drive shaft nut.
• 610589Information and procedures on replacing the fuel tank.
• 610588Subject regarding new routing of wiring for oxygen sensor.
• 610436Some vehicles may exhibit a whining noise from the rear axle (final drive) between 80 and 95 km/h (50 - 60 mph).
• 610418Experiencing a whining sound from the rear axle (final drive) between 80 and 120 km/h (50-75 mph).
• 608294This service bulletin describes how to install a nipple to the drainage hole in the intercooler.
• 608292This bulletin addresses concerns of cases where transmission diagnostic trouble code (dtc) 313 (gear shift position sensor) requires replacement of the sensor.
• 608283As a running change in production, a new type of brake hose has been introduced. This service bulletin describes how to install the new type brake hose on vehicles equipped with AWD.
• 608048On some vehicles, the headlamps may vibrate when driving at high speed or when driving on uneven surfaces.
• 606583Information on how to install a nipple in the intercooler.
• 606269Subject regarding new routing of wiring for oxygen sensors.
• 605965Information describing how to install a damper on the drive shaft.
• 605938Information describing how to replace positive battery cable and alternator cable separately.
• 604324Subject on modified wiring diagram for power seats.
• 603021Comments about a number of fan motors are being replaced due to
• 603007Some vehicles may experience check engine light on and diagnostic trouble code 6-1-1 stored.
• 602664Information describes how the service manuals should be updated with new information.
• 602663New tappets have been introduced to maintain valve operation.
• 601971Procedures on replacing panel seals.
• 601965Complaints about squeaking from the rear windshield.
• 601935A knocking sound may be heard from the rear of the vehicle.
• 601714A new screw for the engine connecting rod cap has been released.

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