2011 Volvo XC70
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2011 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 model year 2011, S80, S60, XC70 and XC60 vehicles. the software calibration for the fuel cut-off functionality in the engine control module (ecm) IS too sensitive.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Sudden engine stall could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ecm and tcm with new software free of charge. the safety recall IS expected to begin on or before december 10, 2010. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552 or at customercare@volvoforlife.com.
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.
Owner complaints
15 complaints1 involved a crash1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Steering
The steering would randomly lock (or at least become very stiff). This occurred when the vehicle was warm and seemed to be mostly low speed sharper turns. Turning the wheel in the opposite direction freed it up. I replaced the steering rack to solve the problem.
- Structure › Body
Front Passenger side door is opening while driving. Has happened numerous times in the last couple weeks
- Visibility/wiper
The windshield seal has failed causing rain water and melting snow and ice to come in the car and flow down the windshield and impair vision through the windshield. This has become a safety concern when driving in snow and rain. The water dripping down on the controls is also a safety concern and distraction while driving.
- Visibility/wiper
Windshield sealant is deteriorating and glass is no longer fully attached to frame. Water is coming directly in from openings along driver's side roof and pooling under pedals.
- Structure › Body
It started raining and then it started leaking into my car through my windshield because my windshield started become unsealed and unattached from the rest of my car. When I went to find out about this issue and how to get it fixed I was told by three different mechanics and auto shop workers and…
It started raining and then it started leaking into my car through my windshield because my windshield started become unsealed and unattached from the rest of my car. When I went to find out about this issue and how to get it fixed I was told by three different mechanics and auto shop workers and windshield glass professionals That they find this very common involve others and I feel that if it’s that big of a problem volvo should take responsibility for it. I didn’t have the money to replace my windshield but it was either that or let water leak into my car and grow mold or cause even bigger electrical issues.
- Unknown or other
Windshield leaking. Water on car floor. Car was parked. Windshield loose at top. Car was stationary.
- Seat belts
Wife was riding in passenger seat. we had taken her car and I was driving. Suddenly the shoulder harness got tight, she tried to roll it back to release it as IS normal but, it stuck halfway out, too short to use and cannot be extended. dealer said it was a bad seat belt re tractor. price to fix…
Wife was riding in passenger seat. we had taken her car and I was driving. Suddenly the shoulder harness got tight, she tried to roll it back to release it as IS normal but, it stuck halfway out, too short to use and cannot be extended. dealer said it was a bad seat belt re tractor. price to fix $700. This IS the passenger side front seat belt on a 54K mile car. it rarely gets used as wife IS usually the driver an sole occupant. that belt probably hasn't been used 500 times. car was bought new, no crashes, well maintained. This should never fail, let alone with hardly any use. At the time of happening I was driving on the highway at 65 mph on the freeway. . we were on an hour's drive, returning from relatives house.
- Electronic stability control (esc) · Suspension
This car has only 54K miles! And IS driven by a senior citizen lady, bought new, no crashes etc. 1. ABS and dtsc warning appears on dash. Car traveling about 25 mph and stops in middle of intersection, engine still running, will not move despite flooring accelerator. it's as thought the ABS has…
This car has only 54K miles! And IS driven by a senior citizen lady, bought new, no crashes etc. 1. ABS and dtsc warning appears on dash. Car traveling about 25 mph and stops in middle of intersection, engine still running, will not move despite flooring accelerator. it's as thought the ABS has applied the brakes and wont let the car move. Tap brakes, move shift to manual mode after not moving for about 30 seconds car frees up and drives normally but abs/dtsc lights still on. Went straight to dealer, which was nearby. dealer says rear ABS sensor IS bad will order part. 2. also informs me that the front coil spring has broken???. what? It's 54K miles!... It hasn't hit anything and she has never driven faster than 65 mph.
- Power train
"Takata recall" automatic transmission shifts are jerky. I took into volvo service white plains ny. they found error code tcm-p074468 and reset. They told me if problem persists I would need a new transmission. My vehicle IS in great condition and well maintained with 104063 miles. The problem…
"Takata recall" automatic transmission shifts are jerky. I took into volvo service white plains ny. they found error code tcm-p074468 and reset. They told me if problem persists I would need a new transmission. My vehicle IS in great condition and well maintained with 104063 miles. The problem still persists. I then did further research and found that my vechicle was recalled for that same problem and error message. But my vin # was not included in the recall. Volvo IS not acknowleging responsibility for this problem. I've enclosed my vehicle service invoice which shows the code and the recall letter from volvo showing the same code. please advise, thank you.
- Seat belts
I recently took my car in for service, 119,600 miles, and noted I was having a problem with the drivers seat belt latch not always releasing properly. The dealer contacted volvo about it and was told they do not accept any responsibility for the defective seat belt latch.
- Power train · Service brakes · Wheels
The car makes a loud roaring sound at about 45-50 mph and the dealership says "probably the tires" but doing some research there seems to be a lot of people with similar problems and add to this it randomly downshifts while braking (or maybe it IS the brakes) when coming to a stop which would cause…
The car makes a loud roaring sound at about 45-50 mph and the dealership says "probably the tires" but doing some research there seems to be a lot of people with similar problems and add to this it randomly downshifts while braking (or maybe it IS the brakes) when coming to a stop which would cause the car to lose control on a snow/ice/slippery situation, this happens at a slower speed and only when slowing down at about 10-15 mph. I am not sure what IS causing this and there are multiple complaints out on the internet and no real solutions.
- Wheels
Went to the local service station about a low tire pressure warning. the mechanic noted that continental and michelin tires have had an issue of tire rot. the air comes right through the side wall of the tires. he recommended new tires to fix the problem. he also recommended and american manufactured in the USA.
- Unknown or other
On november 8, 2011, ms. Janice cervelli sustained minor personal injuries and severe damage to her vehicle as the result of an unintended acceleration. The incident occurred immediately after ms. Cervelli accidently backed into a utility pole in the parking area of a professional office plaza…
On november 8, 2011, ms. Janice cervelli sustained minor personal injuries and severe damage to her vehicle as the result of an unintended acceleration. The incident occurred immediately after ms. Cervelli accidently backed into a utility pole in the parking area of a professional office plaza located at 620 north country club in tucson, arizona. Immediately following the low speed impact with the utility pole, ms. Cervelli put the vehicle in drive, at which time the vehicle quickly accelerated, and surged forward despite the fact that ms. Cervelli was pressing on the brake pedal with all her strength. Ms. Cervelli reports that she could feel the brake pedal surging under her foot while the engine rpms continued to rise. The vehicle jumped the parking barrier, causing severe damage to the left front wheel and related suspension. The vehicle continued to accelerate forward to impact the professional office building, causing damage to the left front quarter and left side of the vehicle. Air bags did not deploy.
- Latches/locks/linkages
Back door latch IS defective *tt
- Latches/locks/linkages
Back door latch IS defective. *tt
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
- 10249398Left front LED flickers after turning car off - Check outer position bulbs
- 10249191This is a Technical Journal: 12V Battery Testing Method
- 10241661Complimentary upgrade c00009 description.
- 10241651Rubber cushion
- 10234826Left front LED flickers after turning car off
- 10234760Customer may experience ?Low oil pressure light? coming on. No external leakage. High engine oil consumption may occur. Follow the instructions under ?Service?.
- 10234736Sensus screen freezes/system locks up
- 10234735Front brake pads, early or uneven wear on right side on 16" and 16.5" brakes
- 10234685Wind deflector net clogged
- 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
- 10192877There is a new process for upgrading maps on cars with Sensus (IAM2.1) navigation. Map updates for Sensus navigation systems in MY2011-2015A cars (identified as shown in attached picture) can now be downloaded online and transferred to the car via a USB flash drive in the same way as current models. Updating via DVDs is no longer possible.
- 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
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