2003 Volvo V70XC
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Owner complaints
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- Vehicle speed control
TL* the contact owns a 2003 volvo XC70. The contact stated while driving 15 mph, the vehicle accelerated independently. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was stopped while depressing the brake pedal and activating the parking brakes. The contact pulled over…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 volvo XC70. The contact stated while driving 15 mph, the vehicle accelerated independently. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was stopped while depressing the brake pedal and activating the parking brakes. The contact pulled over and parked on the side of the roadway. The contact then drove to his residence. The contact called local dealer volvo cars of bethesda service center (5415 butler rd, bethesda, md 20814, (301) 750-6100) who had an employee to pick up the vehicle to be serviced. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired and was returned to the residence. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 280,582.
- Unknown or other
Takata recall nothing has happened as of yet, but a warning light IS on telling me there IS something seriously wrong with the airbags and needs immediate attention. Before I take it in & pay for the repair I need to know if this vehicle was part of the recall. I couldn't see it online but I am certainly concerned
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system · Vehicle speed control
With my foot on the brake, I put the car in reverse and suddenly the engine revs up and the car accelerates at a high rate. luckily, my foot was on the brake and I could stop the car. I had to press down quite hard on the brake pedal. a couple of seconds after applying the brakes, the engine…
With my foot on the brake, I put the car in reverse and suddenly the engine revs up and the car accelerates at a high rate. luckily, my foot was on the brake and I could stop the car. I had to press down quite hard on the brake pedal. a couple of seconds after applying the brakes, the engine returns to a normal idle speed. this sudden acceleration has occurred three times over, approximately, the last six months. the most recent occurrence was today, august 21, 2014. I estimated the first occurrence was in february of 2014. *tr
- Engine · Power train
The car IS shifting hard and now wont shift at all mechanics say it needs a new transmission. So I email volvo for help in regards to this issues with no helping response from them other than sorry here IS a list of dealers near you that do service. *tr
- Air bags · Electrical system
Dashboard and speedometer went blank srs warning light on. *tr
- Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
My driver instrument module began to fail, on and off, now it IS completely off. I called volvo because of the high cost of repair 1400.00, they offered me 200.00 very quickly almost too quick, sounds to me as if they know this IS a safety problem and are trying to keep it on the down low. I plan…
My driver instrument module began to fail, on and off, now it IS completely off. I called volvo because of the high cost of repair 1400.00, they offered me 200.00 very quickly almost too quick, sounds to me as if they know this IS a safety problem and are trying to keep it on the down low. I plan to make another call to them and report the problem to every agency I can. I have no idea if my airbags are working, brakes, cooling system, how much gas I have, mileage IS not calculating properly nothing works. *js
- Air bags · Electrical system · Exterior lighting
The vehicles left and right side brake lights do not illuminate when the pedal IS depressed. I replaced both of the bulbs and they still do not work. There are many additional owners with the same problem according to volvo forums on the internet. *tr the vehicles information system continually…
The vehicles left and right side brake lights do not illuminate when the pedal IS depressed. I replaced both of the bulbs and they still do not work. There are many additional owners with the same problem according to volvo forums on the internet. *tr the vehicles information system continually reads that there IS an airbag problem, even though the airbags have never been activated/deployed. The instrument panel and dash lights flash on and off randomly. *tr
- Air bags › Frontal
Computer which controls the air-bag system has failed and IS $1200. To replace. The car IS 8 yrs. Old and has 51000 miles on it. The mechanic says this IS a recurring problem in the volvo cars and should have been addressed by the factory. The car will not pass the state inspection without this repair and so we must fix it. *Tr
- Latches/locks/linkages · Seat belts
2 separate seat belt latches/catches on different seats have failed on my 2003 volvo XC70 since march of 2009. in both instances, the problem was discovered and repaired under normal circumstances. there was no accident or collision associated with the failures. I find it very strange that 2…
2 separate seat belt latches/catches on different seats have failed on my 2003 volvo XC70 since march of 2009. in both instances, the problem was discovered and repaired under normal circumstances. there was no accident or collision associated with the failures. I find it very strange that 2 different seat belt catch assemblies would fail on the same car. I will be submitting separate complaints for each incident, as they happened on different dates to different parts. december 2010 - driver seat belt catch assembly did not work; seat belt would not connect. on december 22, 2010 dealer confirmed catch assembly not operating correctly and replaced with a new part - part #9191817. seat belt has been working fine since repair. the repair was not covered under warranty or recall. I paid for the repair out of my own pocket. in the event of an accident, the results could have been fatal, if the proper repairs were not made.
- Latches/locks/linkages · Seat belts
2 separate seat belt latches/catches on different seats have failed on my 2003 volvo XC70 since march of 2009. in both instances, the problem was discovered and repaired under normal circumstances. there was no accident or collision associated with the failures. I find it very strange that 2…
2 separate seat belt latches/catches on different seats have failed on my 2003 volvo XC70 since march of 2009. in both instances, the problem was discovered and repaired under normal circumstances. there was no accident or collision associated with the failures. I find it very strange that 2 different seat belt catch assemblies would fail on the same car. I will be submitting separate complaints for each incident, as they happened on different dates to different parts. march 2009 - passenger rear outer seat belt catch assembly did not work; seat belt would not connect. on march 11, 2009 dealer deemed the seat belt catch assembly defective and replaced with a new part - part #9191997. seat belt has been working fine since repair. the repair was not covered under warranty or recall. I paid for the repair out of my own pocket. in the event of an accident, the results could have been fatal, if the proper repairs were not made. *tr
- Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Leaking angle gear on 2003 volvo XC70. *tr
- Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive) · Suspension › Front › Wheel bearing
When we brought our 2003 volvo XC V70 wagon into the dealer at 62,000 miles we complained about a loud whirring noise as we drove it. We were told that the technician was unable to repeat it and not to worry. When we brought it back at 69,000 for an oil change we were told there was a loud whirring…
When we brought our 2003 volvo XC V70 wagon into the dealer at 62,000 miles we complained about a loud whirring noise as we drove it. We were told that the technician was unable to repeat it and not to worry. When we brought it back at 69,000 for an oil change we were told there was a loud whirring noise that meant we needed a wheel bearing replaced. So we made another appointment to have that changed. To make a long story short, at that visit we were told to have each wheel bearing replaced and we were told the angle gear was stripped and also needed to be replaced. I had to have the wheel bearing replaced on my old mazda 323 when it had about 70,000 miles on it so I know it IS a big deal. How can it be that we needed all 4 wheel bearings replaced at the same time? How did they miss it at the earlier checkup? Were the wheel bearings the reason we needed the angle gear replaced as well? IS this a common problem with these volvos XC wagons? This was very expensive, should we have to pay all the costs?*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.
- 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
- 10088374Warranty, customer pay and/or internal repairs performed must be verified by a punched time flag on the back of the repair order hard copy. Each repair line must have a separate and identifiable time punch for the respective repair for all repair types, i.e., warranty, customer pay, and internal.
- 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.
- 10041668Volvo: for owners who require front seat belt extenders which are available.
- 10033045Volvo: rear differential housing, leakage and resealing. Oil leakage/moisture from the rear differential housing halves can be resolved by resealing the housing and replacing the seals. The rear differential itself does not normally need to be replaced.
- 10032425Volvo: the 5 speed automatic transmission, aw55-50/51, has a bolt on top that anchors the B4 band, which applies 3RD gear. If that bolt IS removed, the band will be disengaged and 3RD gear will be inoperative. This includes C70 coupe and convertible, S60 r and V70 r vehicles.
- 10030359Volvo: leakage detection diagnostics improvements to remedy dtc's. All models from model years 2003-2008. Diagnostic monitor for the evaporative emission system small leak, has used a software function that calculates leakage based on a pressure inferred from the current consumed by an electric pump that pumps air into the fuel tank system.
- 10026550Volvo: angle gear leakage and resealing for 5 cylinder AWD only vehicles. Oil leaking/moisture fromthe angle gear halves can be resolved by resealing the houseing and replacing the seals.
- 100244665 cylinder angle gear leakage and resealing. On all wheel drive models. Updated 6/5/08.
- 10023657New fuel pump for starting problems when parked downhill. Updated 6/5/08.
- 10018726Air conditioning afterblow function.
- 10016434Transmission control module (tcm) upgrades available to correct complaints/symptoms.
- 10011529Front seat, mechanical, adjusting. Play/clearance/clicking at the lower mountings for the front height adjuster.
- 10009422Volvo on call plus deactivation and removal of phone module. Service manager bulletin.
- 10008966Sub frame squeaking noise.
- 10008446Service campaign 136. Volvo on-call plus software upgrade. Service manager bulletin, tech-net notes, and important campaign notice.
- 10006259Vvt solenoid, cleaning.
- 10000866Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) body control module (bcm) 0103 with electronic control module (ecm) 9400.
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