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Volvo C70 safety recalls

Every road vehicle recall DVSA lists for the Volvo C70 since 1992: what the problem is, how it is put right, how many vehicles it covers and when they were built. Newest first.

Recalls for the Volvo C70. Also see car recalls by year and make.

Last updated
Records analysed
13 recalls matched to this model
Methodology
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  • Recalls since 1992 13 launched 1999 to 2011
  • Most recent 1 December 2011 DVSA recall R/2011/163
  • Recalls 2016 to 2025 0 launched in those ten years
  • Busiest year 1999 2 recalls launched

Does a recall affect your Volvo C70?

Not every Volvo C70 is affected. Each recall covers cars built on particular dates or with particular VINs, which DVSA’s file does not list in full. To check a specific car, use GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check with its registration, or ask the manufacturer or a dealer, who can check the VIN.

Volvo C70 recalls by year

Recalls launched each year, 1999 to 2026

1999 had the most, with 2. A count of recalls is not a measure of safety: one recall can cover a handful of cars or tens of thousands.

Volvo C70 safety recalls by year of launch
Year Recalls
’99 2
’00 1
’01 0
’02 0
’03 0
’04 0
’05 0
’06 0
’07 2
’08 2
’09 2
’10 2
’11 2
’12 0
’13 0
’14 0
’15 0
’16 0
’17 0
’18 0
’19 0
’20 0
’21 0
’22 0
’23 0
’24 0
’25 0
’26 0

Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis January 1992 to September 2026 Updated

Every Volvo C70 recall, newest first

2011 2 recalls

Fluid may leak into wiring harness which may cause fire

Launched 1 December 2011 DVSA recall R/2011/163 Manufacturer ref. R39247

Defect
A number of Volvo C30S40V50 and C70 may experience a problem with washer fluid leaking inside the washer pump unit through the wires into the central control electronic module. This can impact on a number of different features of the vehicle but in the worst case it may lead to a fire.
Remedy
The solution is to replace and then modify the wiring harness for the washer fluid pump. In addition to this the washer pump connector will be inspected for any signs of corrosion and the washer pump will be replaced if necessary
Vehicles affected
53,203 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

Clutch pedal mechanism may fail

Launched 7 September 2011 DVSA recall R/2011/127 Manufacturer ref. R49221

Defect
The rod connecting the clutch master cylinder and the clutch pedal may break. It may not be possible to disengage the clutch. In worst cases this may happen suddenly with no warning to the driver. If this happens bring the car to a safe stop using the engine and switch off the ignition.
Remedy
Replace clutch master cylinder with a new metal push rod in-place of the plastic one.
Vehicles affected
35,587 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

2010 2 recalls

Gearbox may jam

Launched 11 June 2010 DVSA recall R/2010/071 Manufacturer ref. R49111

Defect
A section of the gear shift mechanism may over time become loose and cause the mechanism to become jammed. If this was to occur it might not be possible to change gear or select neutral.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check that the ball joint for the gear selector is properly secured.
Vehicles affected
6,961 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

Engine speed may not decrease

Launched 12 May 2010 DVSA recall R/2010/051 Manufacturer ref. R29100 R29117 R29118

Defect
The engine oil level may rise. This situation may lead to the engine speed being maintained or possibly increased after the throttle pedal is released. In an extreme situation the engine may continue to run after it has been switched off.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles and carry out a ECM software upgrade adjust engine oil level and install a decal to confirm oil level to the consumer.
Vehicles affected
20,204 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

2009 2 recalls

Gearbox may not engage or shift gears as intended

Launched 21 December 2009 DVSA recall R/2009/155 Manufacturer ref. R49077

Defect
It has been identified that due to internal leakage the gearbox hydraulic control module may not be able to engage or shift gears as intended.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the gearbox replaced.
Vehicles affected
42 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

Brakes may not perform adequately

Launched 8 May 2009 DVSA recall R/2009/052 Manufacturer ref. R5902

Defect
Brake assistance from the vacuum pressure pump may be reduced under certain cold start conditions. The brakes will still function but more pressure on the pedal will be required than normal.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the non-return valve in the vacuum pump.
Vehicles affected
2,004 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

2008 2 recalls

Power steering pipe may leak.

Launched 17 July 2008 DVSA recall R/2008/112

Defect
It has been established that the material in the power steering return line hose has not been manufactured to specification.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the hose inspected and replaced as necessary.
Vehicles affected
3 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

Reduced braking performance

Launched 5 March 2008 DVSA recall R/2008/040

Defect
It has been identified that internal leakage of the brake master cylinder could occur. Should this be the case the driver may experience reduced braking performance whilst applying and maintaining force on the brake pedal.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the brake master cylinder inspected and possibly replaced. At the same time the brake fluid reservoir will be checked and the affected pipes cleansed.
Vehicles affected
2 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

2007 2 recalls

Left door handle may not perform in a collision

Launched 21 May 2007 DVSA recall R/2007/093

Defect
The left hand door handle cable might have been incorrectly assembled. This may allow the door to become unlatched in certain side collision scenarios
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to adjust the door handle cables.
Vehicles affected
1,111 C70 vehicles
Built
Build dates not given

Weight information label has been supplied with incorrect information

Launched 22 January 2007 DVSA recall R/2007/005

Defect
On subject vehicles it has been identified that the wrong information has been given on the product label in respect of the maximum permitted front axle weight.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the label (which is a legal requirement) replaced.
Vehicles affected
181 C70 vehicles
Built
Build dates not given

2000 1 recall

Side impact protection system concern

Launched 29 August 2000 DVSA recall R/2002/122 Manufacturer ref. R30019

Defect
Transposed wiring in the side impact protection system (SIPS) may result in deployment of the air bag opposite to the side of an impact.
Remedy
Check the electrical wiring connections of the SIPS installation and correct any which are found to be transposed.
Vehicles affected
2,511 C70 vehicles
Built
Build dates not given

1999 2 recalls

Passenger side air bag may inadvertently deploy

Launched 13 October 1999 DVSA recall R/1999/092

Defect
Possibility that passenger side air bag may be sensitive to electrostatic discharge and may inadvertently deploy.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and fit an additional grounding wire to electrical system.
Vehicles affected
240 C70 vehicles
Built
1 Jan 1997 to 31 Dec 1998

Headlamps may fail to operate

Launched 13 October 1999 DVSA recall R/1999/091

Defect
The master lighting switch on the instrument panel may cease functioning. In such cases the headlamps may fail to operate.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace switch with quality assured unit.
Vehicles affected
198 C70 vehicles
Built
1 Jan 1997 to 31 Dec 1998

Data sources and methodology

Datasets used on this page
Figures Source Period Records Updated
Safety recalls Vehicle safety recalls Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Derived statistics UK Motoring 		January 1992 to September 2026 13 recalls matched to this model 15 September 2026
  • Road vehicle recalls (DVSA numbers starting R/) whose model names match the Volvo C70. DVSA records some recalls under a range or chassis name we cannot match, so this list may be incomplete.
  • Vehicles affected is the number the manufacturer reported to DVSA. When one recall covers several models, DVSA often gives only the total.
  • Build dates are the periods the manufacturer gave. Some recalls have none. VINs are not shown.
  • Concerns written in capitals have been put in sentence case, and apostrophes lost in DVSA’s file have been put back. The text is otherwise DVSA’s.
How we calculate these figures All data sources

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