2010 Volvo XC70
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 2010 Volvo XC70. Newest first.
Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing…
Risk and remedy
Risk
An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.
Volvo IS recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
Risk and remedy
Risk
An overheated battery could lead to a fire.
Remedy
Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable gps device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit IS affected. the unit's battery will be replaced with a new battery and a spacer will be inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on november 18, 2010. owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.
Volvo IS recalling certain model year 2010-2011 S80, XC70, model year 2011 XC60 and model year 2010 V70 vehicles. there may be an intermittent fault in the driver's airbag clockspring wiring connector for the supplemental restraint system.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a crash, the driver's frontal airbag may not deploy as intended or at all, and therefore will not be able to properly protect the driver, increasing the risk of injuries.
Remedy
Dealers will install a metal shim in the driver's air bag clockspring wiring connector. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on october 20, 2010. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Volvo IS recalling certain model year 2010 XC70 vehicles manufactured from december 5, 2006 through october 1, 2009 for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." the fmvss label, tire and loading information label and a page in the owner's manual contain incorrect maximum…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Remedy
The corrective action IS to update the vehicles with a new fmvss label, tire and loading information label and TPMS software. volvo retailers will also apply a label with correct maximum tire pressure information to the owner's manual. this service will be performed free of charge. the recall began on june 14, 2010. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Volvo IS recalling my 2008-2010 S80, model year 2009-2010 XC70 and model year 2010 XC60 vehicles. under certain conditions the software within the central electronic module (cem) may not send a signal to the fuel pump electronic module (pem). This missing signal to the pem inhibits the start of the fuel pump. The driver may be able to start the engine in…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the vehicle stalls in certain conditions, a crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will download software to the vehicles' cem free of charge. the recall began on september 30, 2009. vehicles in dealer's inventory will be repaired prior to delivery. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Owner complaints
15 complaints1 involved a fire1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Seat belts
On two P3 Volvo cars I have owned now, the front passenger and driver side seatbelt release button sometimes does not release the seatbelt, this happens almost daily and requires the button to be forcibly pressed to release, more commonly on the passenger side. Additionally, on two separate…
On two P3 Volvo cars I have owned now, the front passenger and driver side seatbelt release button sometimes does not release the seatbelt, this happens almost daily and requires the button to be forcibly pressed to release, more commonly on the passenger side. Additionally, on two separate occasions, the passenger side seatbelt has slotted into the latch but was loose when tugged on, not being able to support any tension. This happened on both cars that I owned and with different passengers, where we would arrive at our destination and then they would go to press the button and the seatbelt simply disconnected. On my newer P3 car, (With the VIN here) I replaced the seatbelt catch device on the passenger side believing this was an issue with just the car, but the new replacement also had this issue. This is a serious safety issue as it prevents passengers from exiting the vehicle during an emergency and also may give a false sense of safety with the belt being latched, when really the slightest tug releases it.
- Unknown or other · Visibility/wiper
The windscreen seal has failed. Water leaking into the overhead lighting fixture and main cabin. This will ruin the car, and shouldn't happen to any car. The windscreen, when properly attached to the body, contributes to the structural integrity and crashworthiness of the vehicle. If the screen is…
The windscreen seal has failed. Water leaking into the overhead lighting fixture and main cabin. This will ruin the car, and shouldn't happen to any car. The windscreen, when properly attached to the body, contributes to the structural integrity and crashworthiness of the vehicle. If the screen is only partly bonded, any stress could detach it and the upper part of the body would suffer reduced strength integrity. I can push the windscreen out with my hand.
- Power train
The contact owns a 2010 Volvo XC70. The contact stated that the rear differential was making an abnormal sound. The bearings were spalling metal into the gears. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact called the local dealer however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified however, no further assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.
- Power train
I would appreciate your deepest consideration for assistance with the problematic rear differential on the 2010 XC70 Volvo. I have spent considerable funds to maintain my vehicle at top working order through maintenance at Volvo. I have always asked the Volvo advisors for service recommendations…
I would appreciate your deepest consideration for assistance with the problematic rear differential on the 2010 XC70 Volvo. I have spent considerable funds to maintain my vehicle at top working order through maintenance at Volvo. I have always asked the Volvo advisors for service recommendations on the vehicle to keep my car running economically to ensure main components did not fail due to lack of maintenance. Therefore, when I learned that my rear differential is failing and there is no recommended service on that particular part which can be seen on the Maintenance Service manual below, there seems to be a lack of knowledge shared on this part. Unfortunately, I just started to look into this matter once my rear differential starting to fail, this knowledge was not shared to me during regular periodic maintenance, my Volvo Service advisors never recommended changing the rear differential oil. Moreover, it is a known defect for Volvo cars built throughout the years of 2008-2014. Volvo and Land Rover use the same part and there are many examples of this happening to Volvo owners around the mid-90K mile range. The cost is extremely expensive at an estimated $5,580.00. Please look in to this matter, this should be a national recall for this vehicle!
- Latches/locks/linkages
TL* the contact owns a 2010 volvo XC70. While driving various speeds, a warning message illuminated alerting of a child safety lock malfunction. The contact stated that the rear driver side door failed to lock with or without the child safety lock engaged. The contact mentioned that the door lock…
TL* the contact owns a 2010 volvo XC70. While driving various speeds, a warning message illuminated alerting of a child safety lock malfunction. The contact stated that the rear driver side door failed to lock with or without the child safety lock engaged. The contact mentioned that the door lock button had to be depressed several times to engage the door lock. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the door lock motor failed and a software update was needed for the child safety lock. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact filed a complaint with the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 109,000.
- Engine
Our car has about 93,000 miles on it. Beginning at 60,000 miles, the car began to use an excessive amount of oil. The low oil indicator comes on and we need to add one or more quarts of oil at each 3,000 to 3,500 miles. The car dealer tells us it IS "normal" for some cars to use this amount of oil…
Our car has about 93,000 miles on it. Beginning at 60,000 miles, the car began to use an excessive amount of oil. The low oil indicator comes on and we need to add one or more quarts of oil at each 3,000 to 3,500 miles. The car dealer tells us it IS "normal" for some cars to use this amount of oil and the problem has not been resolved. I noticed a recall noticetsb #tj30021 covered some 2011 volvo XC 70S for oil loss. Why does it not cover the 2010 cars? This IS a continuing problem with my car. Have there been other complaints similar to mine? I have records for my oil changes from the car dealership.
- Equipment › Other › Labels
Safety issue the tire pressure label on our XC70 (vin: [xxx]) list the proper tire pressure as being 33 psi. at this pressure the tire pressure warning light IS constantly on. this renders the federal mandated tire pressure monitoring system essentially non-functioning and places the driver at…
Safety issue the tire pressure label on our XC70 (vin: [xxx]) list the proper tire pressure as being 33 psi. at this pressure the tire pressure warning light IS constantly on. this renders the federal mandated tire pressure monitoring system essentially non-functioning and places the driver at risk. volvo of north america has reviewed this issue and has confirmed the 33 psi value, not the higher value in the owners manual, IS correct. Volvo has confirmed their recall to replace the incorrect 33 psi labels on the 08-10 XC70 does not apply to this vehicle. since proper tire pressure and the tire monitoring system IS an important element in safe driving, volvo need to resolve this issue. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr
- Equipment › Mechanical › Integrated jack/leveler/stabilizer
Car jack failed during tire changing. The car jack failed causing jack to bend. *tr
- Wheels
There IS a volvo recall 226 (nhtsa campaign #10v190000) to replace an incorrect fmvss label that shows tire pressure of 33 psi and to replace a page in the owners manual that shows the pressure should be 35 psi. the correct pressure IS 36 psi. this IS information IS also contained in a letter…
There IS a volvo recall 226 (nhtsa campaign #10v190000) to replace an incorrect fmvss label that shows tire pressure of 33 psi and to replace a page in the owners manual that shows the pressure should be 35 psi. the correct pressure IS 36 psi. this IS information IS also contained in a letter from volvo to nhtsa dated 4 may 2010 (10v-190 3 pages). according to volvo, our XC70 (mfd 8/09) IS not part of this recall. however, the tire pressure on the fmvss label and listed in the owners manual match the information in the recall. since the information on the fmvss label does not match what IS listed in the owners manual for our XC70, volvo needs to 1) include our XC70 in the recall or; 2) issue a new recall or; 3) inform us how the two different pressures (on the fmvss label and owners manual) are correct. *js
- Tires · Wheels
I had just picked up the car from the volvo dealership where the car was there for two weeks. I stopped for gas and did some shopping and as I was entering highway the 'tire pressure low' warning light came on. I thought it was probably due to work that was done in the shop. I entered the highway…
I had just picked up the car from the volvo dealership where the car was there for two weeks. I stopped for gas and did some shopping and as I was entering highway the 'tire pressure low' warning light came on. I thought it was probably due to work that was done in the shop. I entered the highway and as I was speeding up, I noticed the noise coming from the wheels, noticed that there was a flat. The flat was due to TPMS valve stem failing and as I was told later by the dealership, the loss of air was very quick and the 13 month old tire was damaged after only driving on low pressure for less than a mile. As I understand it would have been dangerous if it happened while driving at high speeds. after I took the car back to the dealership, they replaced all TPMS sensors on the car due to the volvo tsb tj-24767 dated dec 2011 titled 'tire monitoring system - TPMS sensor nut corrosion'. My main complaint IS that volvo knew about this issue and neither they tried to replace the TPMS sensors at a few times the car was at their dealership, nor they tried to educate the car owners about the possible risks. As a result, one of the tires was damaged which I have billed to pay for. *tr
- Wheels
Driving on the interstate highway there was a sudden loss of tire pressure. this was caused by a failure of the tire pressure valve due to corrosion of the metal. the new valves are made of plastic. however, the issue IS that one doesn't know about the problem until it occurs. if the front tire…
Driving on the interstate highway there was a sudden loss of tire pressure. this was caused by a failure of the tire pressure valve due to corrosion of the metal. the new valves are made of plastic. however, the issue IS that one doesn't know about the problem until it occurs. if the front tire had loss pressure there may have been a worse incident. this had previously occurred about 6 months earlier with another tire. I stopped to add air to a tire and discovered that the valve was pushed into the tire when tried to apply the air hose. the tire valve was replaced, but I didn't think anything of it at the time. this time around I had all of the original valves replaced, and found that the dealers in the area are all out of stock with the valves, so it appears to be a universal problem. I believe that the original valve can be characterized by a defective design with respect to the materials used. as a result, I have had to replace two damaged tires, as well as four tire pressure valves due to this issue. my suggestion IS that the issue should be quickly investigated for a possible recall and replacement at the expense of the manufacturer. thank you. *tr
- Wheels
TL* the contact owns a 2010 volvo XC70. While driving approximately 80 mph, the rear passenger side tire deflated suddenly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician advised the contact that all four valve stems were cracked and would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 22,000.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2010 volvo XC70. The contact stated that while driving 50 mph, she realized that smoke was coming from the air vents. The contact merged onto the exit ramp and stopped the vehicle. The contact then exited the vehicle and noticed flames coming from the engine. The fire…
TL* the contact owns a 2010 volvo XC70. The contact stated that while driving 50 mph, she realized that smoke was coming from the air vents. The contact merged onto the exit ramp and stopped the vehicle. The contact then exited the vehicle and noticed flames coming from the engine. The fire department was notified and extinguished the fire. The contact was taken to the emergency room to treat injuries resulting from inhaling large amounts of smoke. No other persons were injured. The fire department had the vehicle towed because it was not driveable. A police report was available if needed. There were extensive damages to the front end of the vehicle. The dealer was notified and offered no assistance. The manufacturer was not notified. The vin was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 17,000.
- Air bags › Frontal
Srs - air bag light came on after 1,000 miles. *Tr updated 10/20/10 *bf updated 10/22/10
- Power train › Automatic transmission
My volvo X70 2010 station wagon has had a number of incidents where the car transmission "jumps" while the gas pedal IS not engaged. it seems that when the engine IS at idle, at a stop or during a slow turn, the car slightly and subtly jumps a bit. my volvo dealer has attempted to "upgrade" the…
My volvo X70 2010 station wagon has had a number of incidents where the car transmission "jumps" while the gas pedal IS not engaged. it seems that when the engine IS at idle, at a stop or during a slow turn, the car slightly and subtly jumps a bit. my volvo dealer has attempted to "upgrade" the software but the problem, although sporadic, recurs. I am concerned that there IS a defective issue here and that other potential dangerous problems may arise in the future. *Tr
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
- 10234826Left front LED flickers after turning car off
- 10234736Sensus screen freezes/system locks up
- 10234735Front brake pads, early or uneven wear on right side on 16" and 16.5" brakes
- 10234675SiriusXM Tuner Replacement Process
- 10219421Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information August 2022; Improvement List (Change Log) - US21+OBD22 (13L VGT, TC) And US17+OBD22 (11L) Emissions
- 10219302Part information for AMT input shaft repair kits and the shim kit that is required for repair.
- 10213887Center wheel caps, removal instruction
- 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
- 10203167Volvo Chassis 2008 And Up LED Headlight Conversion Programming Procedure
- 10190794Create PB with attached word doc.
- 10190559This is to inform you that we have procured Rebuilders Automotive Supply (RAS) to handle the returns of the recalled Front Seat Belt Fastener Pretensioner for Recall R10029. RAS has created instructions for the pretensioner shipping procedures. You MUST review and inform your staff as to the requirements for handling the returns. There are specific measures as these pretensioners are classified as hazardous materials. A Parts Bulletin with this same information has also been created to ensure your Parts Department will receive these instructions in case they will be handling the returns.
- 10190558This is to inform you that we have procured Rebuilders Automotive Supply (RAS) to handle the returns of the recalled Front Seat Belt Fastener Pretensioner for Recall R10029. RAS has created instructions for the pretensioner shipping procedures. You MUST review and inform your staff as to the requirements for handling the returns. There are specific measures as these pretensioners are classified as hazardous materials. A Parts Bulletin with this same information has also been created to ensure your Parts Department will receive these instructions in case they will be handling the returns.
- 10188881Volvo?s Warranty Department tracks Retailer warranty spending by utilizing the Warranty Retailer Counseling Process (WRCP). The WRCP is used to gauge individual retailer performance on objective measures over time. By setting clear performance expectations and parameters and assisting retailers in focusing on individual processes and procedures, all retailers are provided with adequate tools to help achieve the ultimate goal of qualifying for self-authorization status.
- 10182703This is a Technical Journal: It has been noticed on requested materials that PAS sensors are analyzed without finding any fault on the parts. As a help to the troubleshooting on parking assistance system, we have developed some points of possible actions in case of problems. False detection may be caused by various reason explained in this Technical Journal.
- 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
- 10175785This is a Technical Journal: Unusual noise while driving from sealing ring. check first if the sealing ring is displaced, if so, proceed with replacement of the sealing ring
- 10173760This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder
- 10172464This is a Service Journal: Coolant Filling Equipment Tool
- 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.
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