1996 Volvo V70

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Electrical system1
2. Engine1
3. Steering1

Latest complaints

• Jun 17, 2014OR
  Electrical system · Engine · Steering
  Our volvo had the exact same ignition issues as have been called out in the recent gm ignition recall. Our car would mysteriously turn off while driving for no apparent reason. This happened many times, luckily with any accidents. We brought the car in to volvo numerous times for service, but they…

  Our volvo had the exact same ignition issues as have been called out in the recent gm ignition recall. Our car would mysteriously turn off while driving for no apparent reason. This happened many times, luckily with any accidents. We brought the car in to volvo numerous times for service, but they could never find the cause of the problem, other than to suggest that perhaps our key ring was too heavy. We never resolved the issue. As I read about the gm issues it was exactly what we experienced with our car. Just thought somebody might want to know. *tr

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
• 6089485Subject regarding paint protection for the sill trim panel.
• 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.
• 621850This service bulletin describes how to repair the tailgate panel attachments.
• 618498Information on repairing the tailgate panel attachments.
• 612378Information regarding the replacement of the new fuel tank with integrated roll-over valve. *Mjs
• 610595Information on how to repair the tailgate panel attachments.
• 610592Information regarding the new drive shaft nut.
• 610589Information and procedures on replacing the fuel tank.
• 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.
• 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.
• 602664Information describes how the service manuals should be updated with new information.
• 601935A knocking sound may be heard from the rear of the vehicle.
• 601871Information which IS necessary for body repairs.

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