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2000 Volvo V70 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 116 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 14.5 times the median V70 year — the 2000 model ranks #5 of 21 V70 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across speed control (23), electrical system (19), and engine (16), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

116

NHTSA complaints

6

Recalls

3

Investigations

14

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

6

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2000 compare to other V70 years?

V70 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted268 complaints1996: 3 complaints1997: 3 complaints1998: 242 complaints1999: 220 complaints2000: 116 complaints2001: 268 complaints2002: 91 complaints2003: 36 complaints2004: 118 complaints2005: 22 complaints2006: 23 complaints2007: 8 complaints2008: 13 complaints2009: 8 complaints2010: 6 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 0 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 0 complaints
V70 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2000 Volvo V70 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Speed Control2320%
Electrical System1916%
Engine1614%
Transmission87%
Airbags76%
Brakes76%
Fuel System76%
Latches & Locks76%
Seat Belts65%
Tires & Wheels43%
Body & Structure33%
Seats33%
Lighting33%
Other22%
Suspension11%

Does the 2000 Volvo V70 have recalls?

6 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

07E023000BrakesMarch 29, 2007 · 13,128 units

Defect

CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAIL AND LEAK BRAKE FLUID.

Consequence

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.

06V441000Speed ControlNovember 15, 2006 · 170,099 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A COMBINATION OF THROTTLE POSITIONING SENSOR IRREGULARITIES, A DIRTY THROTTLE HOUSING, AND/OR INEFFICIENT SOFTWARE CALIBRATION MAY CAUSE A WARNING LAMP TO LIGHT AND THE SUBSEQUENT ONSET OF LIMP HOME MODES.

Consequence

THIS RESULTED IN A HIGH NUMBER OF VEHICLES GOING INTO THE LIMP HOME MODE WITHOUT NEED.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE CURRENT SOFTWARE UPGRADE ONTO THE INVOLVED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.

04V504000LightingOctober 21, 2004 · 97,000 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY CEASE TO FUNCTION.

Consequence

THE HEAD LIGHTS MAY NOT OPERATE PROPERLY WHICH COULD RESULT IN INTERMITTENT OR NO HEADLIGHT FUNCTION. THIS COULD IMPAIR A DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

ON VEHICLES WITH AN ORIGINAL OEM SWITCH, DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH. ALL OTHER VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED TO DETERMINE IF THE SWITCH HAS EEN DAMAGED AND REPLACE ONLY IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 24, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.

04V451000EngineSeptember 13, 2004 · 149,799 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS, SOME ELECTRIC COOLING FANS MAY OVERHEAT POTENTIALLY CAUSING HEAT DAMAGE AND, IN RARE INSTANCES, A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.

Consequence

A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD OCCUR.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE COOLING FAN. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 29, 2004. CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.

00V405000LightingDecember 6, 2000 · 245,894 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THERE COULD BE INADEQUATE CONTACT BETWEEN THE BULB AND SOCKET WHICH COULD CAUSE THE FRONT TURN SIGNAL NOT TO FUNCTION AS DESIGNED.

Consequence

THIS WOULD FAIL TO WARN AN APPROACHING DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE IS TURNING AND COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT TURN SIGNAL BULB AND SOCKET.

00V239000Latches & LocksAugust 24, 2000 · 4,957 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN STATION WAGONS, THE TAILGATE LOCKING MECHANISM MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED WHICH, IN COMBINATION WITH COLD TEMPERATURES, COULD CAUSE IMPROPER LOCKING OF THE TAILGATE.

Consequence

THE TAILGATE MAY NOT LOCK PROPERLY.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOCKING MECHANISM FOR THE TAILGATE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 25, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO V70. THE CONTACT WAS ATTEMPTING TO BRAKE WHEN THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AND STRUCK THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. AT THE TIME, SHE THOUGHT THAT THE BRAKES FAILED. THE CONTACT LEARNED OF NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 06V441000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL) AFTER THE CRASH. THE VEHICLE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · January 9, 2007 · crash

“WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A MINOR COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, FRONT OF VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE, MELTING THE WIRES IN ENGINE AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. AFTER INSPECTION OF VEHICLE, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT FIRE STARTED IN TURN SIGNAL LIGHT. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 6, 2001 · crash · fire

“WHILE PULLING INSIDE OF THE DRIVEWAY, VEHICLE STARTED SMOKING. VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK TO DATE, THE CAUSE OF FIRE IS STILL UNDETERMINED. IT APPEARS THE COOLANT OVER FLOW BOTTLE EXPLODED AND SOME HOW SET FIRE TO THE ENGINE. VOLVO WANTS TO TAKE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · June 15, 2002 · fire

“MY ENTIIRE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED BY THE MANUFACTURER. MY TURBO HAS NOW FAILED AND WARRANTY RECENTLY EXPIRED. THE CURRENT QUOTE IS $1000.00 OR MORE TO REPAIR THIS. THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY ON 2 OCCASIONS WHEN IT SHOULD HAVE. THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO CHECK IT BECAUSE IT WAS TOO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · August 15, 2003 · crash

“DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT GO OFF BUT THE PASSENGER DID WHEN ANOTHER CAR COLLIDED WITH MINE IN A PRIMARILY FRONTAL IMPACT. A VOLVO REP INVESTIGATED AND FOUND NO FAULT WITH EQUIPMENT. THE CAR WAS TOTALLED AND UNFORTUNATELY I AM STILL IN PHYSICAL THERAPY.*AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · July 4, 2004 · crash

2000 Volvo V70 — common questions

Is the 2000 Volvo V70 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 116 complaints put the 2000 model at #5 of 21 V70 years. It is one of the V70 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2000 V70 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are speed control (23 complaints), electrical system (19 complaints), engine (16 complaints).

Does the 2000 Volvo V70 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns affecting the 2000 Volvo V70. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2000 Volvo V70 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 3 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Volvo V70 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the V70 years to avoid are 2001, 1998, 1999, 2004, 2000, 2002, 2003. The cleanest record among V70 years belongs to 2016.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.