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2001 Volvo V70 repairs by problem area
Engine (39%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (26%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)
Other (4%)
Chart based on 541 repairs.
2001 Volvo V70 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (3%)
$1000 - $2499 (11%)
$500 - $999 (19%)
$100 - $499 (39%)
< $100 (29%)
Chart based on 425 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2001 Volvo V70
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| Volvo V70 in Minnesota, United States Apr 2012 - Sep 2012 | |||
| Jul 2012227500 miUS $110 | Car was experiencing low power/no power, bad idle characteristics. Multiple check engine lights including cam shaft out of position | ||
| Volvo V70 in Districto Federal, Mexico May 2010 - Jul 2011 | |||
| Jun 201071300 mi$450 | The engine head gasket was broken and the oil has been spilled on the exhaust system, this issue caused that the windshield was tarnished, end low quickly the right oil level. | ||
| Jul 201076260 mi$1500 | wrong function in circuit from the clutch torque converter of the gearbox - was necessary to change the electronic valve box. This repair was very unfortunate because the agency doesn't have the spare part to be replaced. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Colorado, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jan 2010US $110 | Replaced Swaybar Endlinks with IPD Stronger version. Dramatically improved ride and eliminated clunking from worn out swaybars. | ||
| Volvo V70 in South Africa Sep 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Oct 2008120280 miR 800 | Wheel bolts where rusty and extremely difficult to remove. Purchased Volvo's redesigned wheel bolts. | ||
| Volvo V70 in France Apr 2010 - Sep 2010 | |||
| Jun 2010102920 mi€400 | Replaced front control arms because of worn bushings. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Colorado, United States Sep 2015 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Sep 2015154000 miUS $117 | Brake light failed. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Iowa, United States Sep 2010 - Jan 2014 | |||
| Mar 2011186000 miUS $270 | Replaced alternator. Part from Autozone. | ||
| Oct 2011198000 miUS $30 | Replaced front lower ball joints. Front tires were wearing prematurely. Parts from eBay. | ||
| Dec 201384000 miUS $85 | sway bar link replacements | ||
| Volvo V70 in Quebec, Canada Mar 2011 - Apr 2012 | |||
| Mar 201298580 mi | weel bearing front left turbo vacuum switch front right coil | ||
| Volvo V70 in Arizona, United States Aug 2010 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Dec 2011145000 miUS $350 | replaced a leaking radiator | ||
| Jan 2012US $500 | replaced a brake booster | ||
| Nov 2012173600 miUS $100 | catalytic converter failed | ||
| Aug 2014213900 miUS $450 | Fuel pump leak | ||
| Dec 2014221000 mi | Water pump leak at the frozen plug | ||
| Mar 2015226000 miUS $50 | Coolant tank leak | ||
2001 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 247hp 2.3L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volvo V70 in Georgia, United States Oct 2008 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Nov 200876000 miUS $1518 | Faulty oxygen sensor causing Check Engine light to be on. Replaced sensor. Leak in radiator. Replaced Radiator. | ||
| Jan 200980000 miUS $1140 | Excessive bounce in suspension, tires 'cupping'. Replaced front struts and spring rubber as well as rear shocks. | ||
| May 200987000 miUS $380 | rough idle and occasional stalling - dealer could not recreate problem - cleaned throttle body under warranty severe rough idle and frequent stalls and hesitation at speed. extreme rough idle and frequent stalls and hesitation at speed - Mass Air Flow sensor replaced Excessive play in front end - replaced rt and left control arm bushings | ||
| Aug 200991000 miUS $90 | Misfire caused by bad coil packs on two cylinders Broken spring rubber on right front strut mount. | ||
| Sep 200993000 miUS $20 | Rt low beam headlight bulb burned out. | ||
| Oct 200993000 miUS $30 | Left side marker light retaining tab broke. Replaced housing. | ||
| Dec 200995000 miUS $190 | 'Chirp' from blower motor. Replaced blower motor. | ||
| Mar 201096000 miUS $100 | Check Engine Light on due to clogged crankcase ventilation system. replaced oil separator and crankcase vent hoses. | ||
| Aug 2010100000 miUS $355 | Engine missing severely with intermittent 'check engine' light. Dealer replaced bad ignition coil. | ||
| Jan 2011105000 miUS $100 | Replaced front hydraulic engine mount (rubber split and hydraulic fluid leaked out) and lower transmission torque mount (torn bushing). | ||
| Jun 2011109000 miUS $400 | Car was pulling to the right and 'wandering'. Control arm bushings worn - replaced. | ||
| Sep 2011113000 miUS $50 | Replaced broken front right upper spring seat rubber. | ||
| Nov 2011114000 miUS $15 | Engine coolant thermostat failed. Replaced. | ||
| Dec 2011114000 miUS $80 | Adhesive failed on all four door panel inserts causing the insert to separate from the panel. Removed door panels and re-glued the inserts. | ||
| Aug 2012117500 miUS $220 | Emissions fault code set due to faulty oxygen sensor. Replaced both upstream and downstream sensors. | ||
| Jul 2014132200 miUS $250 | Replaced left and right control arms due to worn bushings | ||
| Sep 2014133000 miUS $50 | Replaced bad ignition coil | ||
| Jan 2016131300 miUS $60 | Replaced brittle oil sump seals. Bubbles on oil dip stick indicated air entertainment into the oil due to leaking seals. Replaced upper torque mount and lower torque rod due to failed bushings. | ||
| May 2016143300 miUS $50 | Leaking front intake camshaft seal and rear exhaust camshaft seal. Replaced both seals. Broken left upper spring seat. Replaced with new. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2010 - Dec 2011 | |||
| Oct 2010110000 miUS $550 | Front wheel bearing replaced | ||
| Nov 2010111000 miUS $775 | Other front wheel bearing, tie rod end replaced | ||
| Volvo V70 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2011 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Nov 201196100 mi | lower control arms | ||
| Dec 201196720 mi | lower control arms were replaced under guarantee | ||
| Volvo V70 in Florida, United States Nov 2009 - Apr 2011 | |||
| Dec 2009127000 miUS $800 | Leaking cam seal | ||
| Volvo V70 in Quebec, Canada Nov 2010 - Apr 2011 | |||
| Feb 2011114080 miC $935 | Thermostat gasket has been changed Two new universal joints. | ||
| Mar 2011114080 miC $1300 | 2 shock absorber and 2 spring (1 completely broke on the way to garage) in front + gasket bolt + exhaust sealer and oil change. all repair for $1300. | ||
| Volvo V70 in New York, United States Oct 2010 - Apr 2012 | |||
| Jan 2011105000 miUS $25 | rear wiper arm broken and needed to be replaced - very simple repair. | ||
| May 2011108700 miUS $250 | Repaired drivers side front hub. | ||
| Sep 2011112000 miUS $300 | passenger hub and wheel bearing | ||
| Volvo V70 in Delaware, United States Nov 2010 - Oct 2012 | |||
| Dec 2010113000 miUS $700 | Driver side power module needs a replacement. Part cost $500 and labor plus software download = $700. Decided to live with inoperable power win/locks/mirror for time being. | ||
| Apr 2011120000 miUS $900 | finally fixed Driver door module, costing $900/ half of it covered by Penn warranty. All seems to work just fine. | ||
| Jul 2011125762 miUS $250 | Check Engine Light code ECM 1600 / ECM 170 F / REM 8D11. Turbo boost pressure signal too low. Replaced boost sensor Parts for Turbo boost sensor cost US$110.00 plus outrageous $160 labor for 15 mins replacement and 20 mins diagnostic ! Check Engine Light code ECM 1600 / ECM 170 F / REM 8D11. Turbo boost pressure signal too low. Replaced boost sensor Parts for Turbo boost sensor cost US$110.00 plus outrageous $160 labor for 15 mins replacement and 20 mins diagnostic ! | ||
| Nov 2011135700 miUS $338 | Car didnt crank. Replace 20 a circuit fuse blown due to coil wire (#5 cyl) pinched under spark plug cover. Dealer robbed me by suggesting to replace all spark plugs even though they were totally fine. I dislike Union Park but had no choice! | ||
| Aug 2012152300 miUS $700 | Out of the blue, car started misfiring. VIDA diagnosed malfunction with Coil packs (common with this P2 Volvo) Replaced all 5 at 100$ each as well replacing all plugs. Total 700$ parts labor | ||
| Volvo V70 in California, United States Jul 2008 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Nov 2013147000 miUS $100 | Replace entire CV axle. | ||
| Jul 2016176000 miUS $10 | Turbo boost sensor (code 236). R&R Heater core O-ring leaked | ||
| Volvo V70 in Oregon, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jul 201080000 miUS $35 | I have a AT in the car the 2nd the 3rd and 3rd to 4th gear changes are very hard it gets stuck in N and the rpm climbs then it shifts very hard. $4400 to have the dealer fix it. | ||
| Volvo V70 in California, United States May 2008 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Sep 2009117000 miUS $3457 | Replaced both front lower control arms. R & R upper engine mount. Replaced right front Cv axle & inner CV boot. Replaced leaking radiator. Replaced front tie rod. Replaced turbo drain tube gaskets. | ||
| Nov 2012138500 miUS $580 | Replaced the water pump, the freeze plug was leaking. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2014 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Mar 2015192000 miUS $120 | replaced dead battery | ||
| Volvo V70 in Florida, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2014 | |||
| Aug 2010138000 miUS $200 | replace passenger side drive axle | ||
| Jul 2011144000 miUS $250 | radiator leak | ||
| Mar 2013155000 miUS $300 | DTC code P1332, failed exhaust solenoid valve leaking engine seals | ||
2001 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 247hp 2.3L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| Volvo V70 in Ontario, Canada Aug 2011 - Jun 2018 | |||
| May 201485560 miC $1100 | (2) Ball Joints (2) Lower Control Arm ("LCA") bushings (2) Upper Spring Seats (HD/XC90 spring seats installed per owner instructions) | ||
| Jul 201597340 miC $900 | HP piping + labour. | ||
| Aug 201597840 miC $1800 | HP line and AC compressor replacement | ||
| May 2018736560 miC $400 | Tailgate gas struts Zimmermann/Akebono front brake job | ||
| Volvo V70 in Oregon, United States Jun 2015 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Dec 2015123000 miUS $300 | Replaced struts, tie rods, misc. suspension as needed. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Michigan, United States Feb 2007 - Jun 2012 | |||
| May 2007137000 miUS $1200 | Air conditioning intermittent, compressor clutch disengages when hot. | ||
| Sep 2007149000 miUS $520 | Front suspension noise. Both front strut mounts had failed. | ||
| Jun 2008176000 miUS $1100 | Rear shocks weak Brake pedal position sensor failed Front left swaybar end link loose Purge valve leaking | ||
| Mar 2009200000 miUS $45 | Car threw a code, traced to MAF sensor. Intermittent turn signal. | ||
| Apr 2009202000 miUS $1600 | RF brake hose split Axle boot split, axle was dry, replaced axle shaft Lower control arm bushings worn | ||
| Sep 2009217000 miUS $100 | Throttle body intake hose disconnectd | ||
| Jun 2010241000 miUS $1300 | Vehicle shows "Engine System Service Urgent", new electronic throttle module installed, message returned several days later. Currently waiting on new throttle position sensor assembly. | ||
| Jul 2010244000 miUS $60 | See June 2010 response, "Engine System Service Urgent" Message Bulb in Electronic Climate Control dash panel burned out. About 2 hours to remove and replace. | ||
| Oct 2010251000 miUS $450 | Right front wheel hub and bearing noisy, Repair and replace hub and bearing assembly. | ||
| May 2011264000 miUS $90 | Boost was coming on late, power was down slightly. Replaced turbocharger control valve, issues resolved. | ||
| Jun 2011265000 miUS $1390 | Front struts leaking, replaced along with upper strut mounts. Front and rear sway bar links making noise, replaced Front ball joints worn, replaced | ||
| Jul 2011267000 miUS $250 | Replace ignition coils | ||
| Sep 2011270000 miUS $500 | While performing brake pad and rotor replacement (4 wheel), noted one front caliper with torn boot and one rear caliper siezed. Replaced all four calipers, brake pads snd rotors, and park brake shoes and hardware. Flushed brake fluid. Inner and outer tie rods exhibited excessive play. Remove and replace. | ||
| May 2012279000 miUS $700 | Lower control arm bushings split LF RF, replace lower control arms with new control arms with upgraded bushings. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Texas, United States Nov 2014 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Dec 2014103000 miUS $1700 | Took the car in for ongoing over-revving and shifting problems. Best guess is it's a valve body issue with the transmission. Decided to wait a little longer. Instead changed timing belt, water pump, fluid reservoirs, oil, and oil filter. | ||
| Volvo V70 in British Columbia, Canada Aug 2014 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Oct 2014107860 miC $50 | Intermittent crank/no start, then stalling. Replaced fuel pump - did not fix it. Replaced tank sender unit. Apparently fixed. Fuel leak from pump and sender units. Fuel gauge reading higher than actual. Dealer replaced or refitted o ring gasket. Leak appeared to be fixed but actually not. Still leaks. Fuel gauge still suspect. | ||
| Jan 2015111480 mi | Left front brake STC actuating during low speed left turns. Problem was caused by RF brake dragging. Freed up pads & piston, lubed glide pins, problem solved. Update: not successful. Discovered broken tone ring. | ||
| Apr 2015114780 miC $400 | Tone rings corroded, cracked & broken, replaced with Volvo parts | ||
| Aug 2015119820 miC $300 | Front muffler exhaust flange rusted & cracked. Replaced front muffler with aftermarket. Cost includes investigative work for fuel filling issue (see September). | ||
| Sep 2015120280 miC $300 | Fuel filling issue - 15 to 20 minutes to fill tank to avoid shutoff. Mechanic did investigative work for me, found no problem with EVAP system or venting from fuel tank. I removed the fuel pump and accidentally removed the flap valve inside tank. Fixed. Mechanic did investigative work for me and found no problem with EVAP system or venting from fuel tank. I removed the fuel pump and accidentally removed the flap valve inside tank. This cured the filling problem. | ||
| Oct 2015120780 miC $300 | Oil leak from turbo oil supply pipe. Pipe to be replaced (on order) | ||
| Nov 2016130200 miC $300 | Alternator replaced. 0 volt output (likely brushes/regulator) but bearings rough & housing cracked so replaced with rebuilt unit. | ||
| Mar 2018140740 miC $1000 | Ball joint | ||
| Volvo V70 in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Mar 201172000 mi | Replaced front and rear sway bar links. | ||
| Jan 201275000 miUS $140 | Replaced siren module in order to restore operation of sunroof and self-dimming mirror | ||
| Mar 201276000 miUS $90 | Replaced brake master cylinder | ||
2001 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 197hp 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volvo V70 in South Carolina, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jul 201093000 miUS $1500 | Losing power and cutting off at low speeds - dealer replaced two Yaw Rate Sensors. Problem was not remedied. | ||
| Aug 201093000 mi | Dealer diagnosed bad voltage regulator - wanted 600+ to replace; another mechanic suggested replacing alternator at same time - both for 600. Second mechanic tested - voltage regulator ok, replaced air flow sensor - problem resolved. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2009 - Aug 2010 | |||
| Aug 2009107000 miUS $375 | resonator fell apart due to rust and was replaced | ||
| Nov 2009109000 miUS $60 | struts of tailgate replaced ordered parts online did it myself | ||
| Jan 2010111000 miUS $25 | Coolant thermostat prevented the engine from warming up. Ordered new thermostat and replaced. | ||
| Feb 2010111500 miUS $750 | wheel bearing front L and R replaced inner tie rod R replaced (alignment performed but not included in total costs) | ||
2001 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 197hp 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volvo V70 in Virginia, United States Nov 2010 - Nov 2012 | |||
| Nov 2010158000 miUS $32 | Check engine light. Told to run gas without ethanol. | ||
| Dec 2010160000 miUS $140 | Driver's power seat recline wasn't working at all. Found connector had come loose so connector was secured. Very small oil leak from vent on transfer case. We will monitor. Heater core leaked coolant on driver side floor. Paid carpet cleaner to clean up and shop replaced heater core o rings and added coolant. Mechanic noticed engine missing and they replaced #1 ignition coil. | ||
| Jan 2011164000 miUS $65 | Check engine light has been on for several months. We replaced oxygen sensors previously but light returned. Replaced catalytic converter with used guaranteed for life unit from Erie VoVo. Check engine light has not returned. We noticed a slight drop or surge in the rpm. Similar sensation to ETM symptoms. They couldn't replicate. In early April we were in a community with a Volvo dealer and they said the check engine light needs to come on or a code is needed | ||
| Apr 2011168700 mi | Middle seat belt latch appears to be broken - doesn't latch consistently. Tried to order new one while visiting community with Volvo dealer but part didn't come in when it was supposed to. Same trip to this dealer I asked about the ETM and they said the check engine light or a code needed to be present. | ||
| Jul 2011177000 miUS $250 | Replaced oil trap and clean entire system. | ||
| Aug 2011177700 mi | Turbo drain back tube leaking. | ||
| Sep 2011180000 miUS $290 | Low coolant levels and indicator light for coolant. Pressure test of system and found leak related to thermostat housing. Replaced thermostat housing and thermostat. | ||
| Oct 2011181000 miUS $220 | Oil Leak returned. Shop says maybe due to not having the oil trapped cleaned. Replaced cam seals and not leaking now. | ||
| Nov 2011181000 miUS $88 | Evap Hose needed repair | ||
| Dec 2011181000 miUS $598 | Radiator replaced | ||
| Jul 2012182000 miUS $130 | Headlight and front turn signals Transfer case bad so removed drive shaft and made vehicle 2 wheel drive. Occured right after we picked up car from shop. | ||
| Oct 2012182000 miUS $200 | Oil leak, replaced oil seal and downloaded software for ETM. | ||
| Nov 2012182000 miUS $513 | Oil leak and re-sealed block plug and repaired oil line. Still leaking. We have now spent a total of almost $18,000 in repairs and maintenance on this car. right front axle replaced | ||
| Volvo V70 in New Jersey, United States Jul 2010 - Sep 2010 | |||
| Aug 201074000 miUS $336 | "Transmission Srvc Req," orange triangle, check engine lights came on. Mechanic did software upgrade, seems mostly ok. Previous servicing was HUGE (brakes, etc.), included b4 servo cover replacement for hard 2-3 shift. | ||
| Sep 201074000 miUS $40 | CEL came on - got P0422 and P0333 codes. Knock sensor and catalytic converter issue. Transmission clunked again. Had enough and traded it in. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Colorado, United States Feb 2010 - Sep 2012 | |||
| Jul 2010144000 mi | Sway bar end links replaced. Transmission mount replaced. | ||
| Oct 2010145000 miUS $250 | Front right CV joint. Right and left sway endlinks. | ||
| Dec 2011150000 miUS $500 | Replaced Struts/Shocks/Control Arms/Ball Joints | ||
| Volvo V70 in California, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2019 | |||
| Apr 2012155300 miUS $350 | Replaced timing belt and water pump. Rear lift gate actuator failed rear tailgate open light on but tailgate is closed. | ||
| Sep 2014186000 miUS $500 | throttle body | ||
| Volvo V70 in Manitoba, Canada Oct 2010 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Dec 2010145700 miC $14 | Rear Right hub replaced LH lowbeam replaced | ||
| Jul 2013165320 miC $175 | Broken RH front spring. Replaced. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Rhode Island, United States Nov 2010 - Apr 2012 | |||
| Dec 2010123000 miUS $160 | glove compartment door support broken. Repair shop improvised by repairing with it own-made solution. | ||
| Feb 2011127000 miUS $105 | Driver power seat failed to operate every time. Repair shop ordered replacement module and installed. | ||
| Mar 2011128000 miUS $143 | Right rear tail light assembly needed to be replaced. Repair shop obtained a new assembly and installed the same. | ||
| Sep 2011134000 miUS $15 | front right directional light socket was defective and had to be replaced. | ||
| Dec 2011137000 miUS $452 | Replaced Fresh Air Pipe. Replaced Spring Seat in right front strut mount. | ||
| Mar 2012139000 mi | Main Air intake valve needed replacement. Repair shop covered expense as a good jesture for a good customer. | ||
| Apr 2012139000 mi | Warning light appeared stating: "Engine system, Service Urgent". Turned out to be faulty throttle control valve that was less than 2 years old. Previous valve replaced under extended warranty in 2010. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Malaysia Mar 2011 - Jul 2012 | |||
| Dec 2011131440 mi$600 | Leak from steering rack - not cured by various power steering leak additives. Had to change with a used rack. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Florida, United States Apr 2009 - Nov 2016 | |||
| Oct 201069000 miUS $680 | Front spring tower cap had center bushing separated from rubber body. Dealer replaced both, while only one appeared to be bad. | ||
| May 201276000 miUS $1400 | crankcase ventilation system was gummed up, caused poor running and check engine light to come on. lower front motor mount, rubber disintegrated and separated | ||
| Nov 201276700 miUS $270 | Missing, running rough. Suspected bad ignition coils since my other car, identical to this one, had this problem this year. | ||
| Jul 201382200 miUS $640 | Transmission shifted roughly when slowing down and shifting into 2nd and 1st gears. Valve controlling shifting was replaced and transmission control software was updated. | ||
| Sep 201383000 mi | Windshield wiper drive gear mechanism stripped. The dealer replaced the wiper motor, which included the failed part. Rough shifting continues after repair. Dealer rep says the transmission will probably fail and recommended a new transmission at $6k. We are driving the car as is and will get a used transmission if it fails. | ||
| Sep 201486000 mi | Typical problem with this model - shifting with a clunk or revving between gears. Check engine warning and TCM failure (transmission control module) error message. | ||
| Oct 201486300 miUS $3386 | Hard shifting up and down and flaring between gears after warmup of 5 or so miles. One time car locked in 4th gear and would not shift until it cooled off. Bad repair shop, ended up successfully disputing the charge. | ||
| Nov 201487000 miUS $427 | Previous repair shop tore C/V joint boots. $426.50. | ||
| Dec 201488000 miUS $8060 | Transmission shop attempted repair, had the car 52 days, trans failed after 50 miles and would not shift at all. Dealer replaced trans with factory rebuilt trans, $6000. Now working fine. Crankcase positive ventilation was clogged and resulting pressure blew out rear cam seals and softened coolant hose. $999. | ||
| Mar 201696000 miUS $580 | Front Oxygen sensor, not working properly for several months. Check engine light on. Running rough at times. | ||
| Sep 201698000 miUS $900 | Radiator leak. Replace Radiator with new | ||
| Volvo V70 in Michigan, United States - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jun 201195000 miUS $200 | Broken front strut. Broken wiring rear tailgate. Black death. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Connecticut, United States Feb 2014 - Aug 2017 | |||
| Apr 201492700 miUS $13 | Replaced Thermostat old one was stuck open | ||
| Nov 2014103300 miUS $25 | clogged heater core removed hoses and flushed. seems to be working about 90% now. | ||
| Jun 2015114000 miUS $60 | Ignition coil back #1 died. Replaced with one from Napa (about 50$) took about 45 min to replace also did the plus which added a few minutes. | ||
| Sep 2015119000 miUS $65 | Replaced right rear wheel bearing ordered part from rock auto $65.00 | ||
| Nov 2015121300 miUS $65 | Coil pack #2 same as last repair 3 more left to go. Found them for $30 buck on rock auto will keep a spare for next time. | ||
| Jun 2016130000 miUS $1600 | Cam seals leaking required replacement along with PCV oil trap replacement. Oil damaged timing belt also replaced. | ||
| Nov 2016135100 miUS $56 | Left front wheel bearing shot | ||
| Volvo V70 in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2007 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Dec 200776000 miUS $450 | Replaced worn steering bushings | ||
| Dec 200895000 miUS $400 | Replaced one ball joint. Replaced an exhaust bracket assembly. | ||
| Feb 200996000 miUS $95 | Upgraded transmission software to improve shift points. | ||
| Mar 2010109000 miUS $870 | A rattle was discovered to be a ball joint and control arm in need of replacement. This occurred while the car was in for the 105K service. | ||
| Mar 2011128000 miUS $800 | replaced ball joint replaced engine mount | ||
| Nov 2011138200 miUS $260 | Replaced a broken rear coil spring. | ||
| Volvo V70 in New Jersey, United States Jul 2014 - Jan 2015 | |||
| Aug 2014148500 miUS $738 | Blew cam shaft seals resulting in loss of engine oil, had water pump, belts replaced at same time. | ||
| Sep 2014149000 miUS $146 | Driver's side window fell into door and had to be put back into place. System had to be reprogrammed. | ||
| Oct 2014149300 miUS $200 | Strut and mount broke, actually in June, but was unable to get it fixed. Along with broken strut, other strut, tie rod end,strut boots Part of problem with broken strut on passenger side. Window fell into door a second time requiring another repair and a replacement of the motor as well as the brackets. | ||
| Jan 2015151000 miUS $125 | Power steering was leaking. Hoses and clamps tightened and fluid replaced. Was noted that brake hoses will need to be replaced within the next two months. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Washington, United States Aug 2008 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Oct 200896000 miUS $1360 | Transmission would "clunk" when shifting from reverse to drive when warm. It would typcially take approximately 5 seconds to engage into drive when warm. Also had a lurching problem during freeway driving while at speed. | ||
| Dec 200897000 miUS $100 | Had to replace Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror. Mirror would not dim. | ||
| Sep 2009104000 miUS $100 | Replaced left front wheel bearing inner and outer tie rod ends loose | ||
| Jan 2013133000 mi | replace tie rod ends | ||
| Sep 2014150000 miUS $650 | Hole in radiator. Replace radiator. | ||
| Volvo V70 in North Carolina, United States Dec 2007 - Oct 2009 | |||
| Jun 200873000 miUS $575 | Removed and relaced front syspension control arm bushings. (I do live in the mountains so I am not surprised by the problem.) | ||
| Nov 200879000 miUS $185 | Owner noted engine movement, noise upon acceleration. Removed and replaced RH lower engine mount. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Colorado, United States Dec 2007 - Nov 2008 | |||
| Jan 200867000 miUS $120 | Sway bar bushing are worn, will replace if we decide to keep the car. | ||
| Mar 200869000 miUS $400 | Repaired front and rear sway bar ends. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Tennessee, United States May 2008 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jul 200885000 miUS $2 | Rear driver side marker light bulb failed. | ||
| Sep 200888000 miUS $123 | Catalytic converter code ECM-4801 was present. Cause unknown, but all five ignition coils had cracks in them and were suspected. Coils were replaced. #5 above is true, but code problem still not fixed: CEL returned after fix (cat ruined?). Internal transmission component broke (likely parking gear), resulting in loud rattle noise on operation. Entire transmission replaced. Charge is for diagnostic work for CEL. | ||
| Oct 200890000 miUS $2 | Passenger side brake light bulb failed. Replaced bulb (Osram 7506L). | ||
| Dec 200894000 miUS $1316 | Exhaust manifold gasket replaced, emissions test (passed) Thermostat replaced, antifreeze replaced. | ||
| Jul 2009107000 miUS $56 | Diagnosed intermittent fluctuating idle that briefly drops to 500 rpm then jumps to 900 rpm before stabilizing at 700 rpm. Crankcase pressure test found clogged PCV system and dirty throttle body. Declined repair at this time. Will DIY later. Diagnosed "Engine System Service Required" message and orange triangle warning light. Code for brake pedal position found. Declined repair at this time. Will DIY repair later. Replaced brake pedal position sensor, which triggered an "Engine System Service Required" message and orange triangle warning light. | ||
| Sep 2010136000 miUS $340 | Erratic idle and surging due to clogged PCV box and vacuum hoses, dirty intake manifold & throttle body. PCV system and intake/throttle body components cleaned or replaced as needed. Passenger side sway bar end link broke. Replaced both end links and also both front struts, which had 130k miles on them and were worn (strut bearings and spring seats OK -- not replaced). Was getting "turn signal bulb failure" error message, even though all bulbs OK. Both (!) front turn signal sockets were bad: metal spring contacts corroded and/or worn out. Replaced both socket assemblies. Volvo Handsfree Bluetooth unit would no longer pair with mobile phones. Replaced old unit with new one. | ||
| Nov 2010136000 miUS $200 | Car went into limp mode w/CEL and ENGINE SYSTEM SERVICE URGENT msg. Codes showed electronic throttle position sensor error. Cleaned MAF and throttle body--problem returned within 50 mi. Replaced throttle body with used part. Fixed. | ||
| Dec 2010137000 miUS $774 | CEL on; DTC catalytic converter efficiency code. Catalytic converter no longer functioning and was replaced with a new aftermarket catalytic converter. | ||
| Apr 2011148000 miUS $700 | Rear shocks replaced. Four-wheel alignment performed. | ||
| Jul 2011151000 miUS $450 | Passenger-side front drive axle CV joint(s) worn and causing vibration under accelleration/load. Replaced worn axle/CV unit with remanufactured unit. | ||
| Nov 2011157000 miUS $60 | Car was running rough, intermittent no-start. Scanned and found code for turbo control valve. Replaced valve with new one. | ||
| Mar 2012162000 miUS $74 | Gradual coolant loss caused low coolant warning every 6 to 8 weeks. Pressure test found slight leak around upper hose at radiator. Possible crack in radiator or hose. Declined repair--will DIY later. Coolant mix/level adjusted. | ||
| May 2012164900 miUS $1260 | Intake cam shaft seal failed with major loss of engine oil. Leaking oil saturated timing belt, which required replacement of belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Changed oil and filter. Car was towed to shop ($75). | ||
| Dec 2012177000 miUS $400 | Thermostat sticking open; replaced. Had routine maintenance (oil change, etc) performed while car was in shop. New oil leak from previous cam shaft seal discovered during inspection; repaired under warranty. | ||
| Apr 2013182700 miUS $167 | Replaced brake booster due to vacuum seal failure | ||
| May 2013184000 miUS $628 | Left front axle assembly replaced due to worn CV joints Replaced right front spring seat, which was cracked. Front crank seal leaking; replaced under warranty | ||
| Volvo V70 in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2015 - Mar 2016 | |||
| Aug 2015156300 miUS $2000 | Shocks, lower control arms, motor mounts | ||
| Jan 2016US $700 | Heater core leaking | ||
| Mar 2016167000 miUS $100 | Repair coolant line to turbo | ||
| Volvo V70 in New York, United States Mar 2009 - Apr 2018 | |||
| Apr 2009133000 miUS $3500 | Fault codes traced to faulty catalytic converter and cracked evap cannister j-hose Tech found front struts leaking hydraulic fluid and the mounts were cracked. Replaced front struts and mounts. Front lower transmission mount worn with excessive play. Replaced. Intermittent fault code. Intermittent short within turbo control valve. Replaced turbo control valve. | ||
| Jun 2010150000 miUS $452 | Replaced air flow meter. (I hope I noted this correctly in the system section above) | ||
| Jul 2010152000 miUS $620 | Right wheel bearing was worn so entire wheel hub and bearing assembly had to be replaced (bearing was not separate because it is an AWD vehicle). Left front window was off the track. Left front door window regulator had to be replaced. | ||
| Oct 2010157000 miUS $600 | Left rear wheel bearing unit was replaced. | ||
| Dec 2010160000 mi | replaced two rear inner tie rod ends; also four tires and alignment, $1037 total. | ||
| Apr 2011165000 miUS $20 | replaced one low beam headlight | ||
| Oct 2011171000 miUS $65 | Center hanger of exhaust had fallen off. Was welded back on. | ||
| Mar 2013187000 miUS $2000 | needed to repair/replace an axle | ||
| Jan 2015182000 miUS $2219 | broken front right coil spring -- replaced both front struts and springs and mounting plate rear brakes frozen with rust caliper | ||
| Volvo V70 in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2010 - Aug 2021 | |||
| Mar 2011122000 miUS $140 | Alternator replaced. | ||
| Apr 2011124000 miUS $20 | Replaced sway bar link. | ||
| Jun 2011125000 miUS $150 | Rear wheel bearing replaced | ||
| Sep 2011128000 miUS $300 | Replaced noisy front bearings/hub assemblies. | ||
| Mar 2013151000 mi | Worn inner tie rod end. | ||
| Jun 2013153000 miUS $350 | Camshaft seals replaced along with oil soaked timing belt. | ||
| Mar 2016185000 miUS $1800 | Burned #3 valve. Replaced with a rebuilt head. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2009 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Sep 2009131000 miUS $320 | driving light bulbs both replaced, routine oil change, new cabin filter, spark plug change | ||
| Dec 2009139000 miUS $480 | replacement of right wheel bearing | ||
| Jun 2010144000 mi | Right headlamp | ||
| Aug 2010147000 miUS $640 | mass air sensor replaced | ||
| Feb 2011157000 miUS $298 | door lock actuator on right, rear door needs replacing. part ordered. | ||
| Jan 2012180500 miUS $300 | new thermostat required | ||
| May 2017190000 miUS $600 | service engine light came on at start up. engine was sputtering and irregular / smoking. vehicle was flat bedded to dealer, said to be blocked PCV, cleaned temporarily until we decide whether or not to keep vehicle. | ||
| Jun 2017190000 miUS $1700 | clean PCV valve which was blocked, preventing engine from breathing and so-oil service also done replaced plugs/wires/coil replaced leaking hose on turbo state inspection and emission testing | ||
| Jan 2019195000 miUS $200 | replaced wiper arm on boot | ||
| Dec 2021190000 miUS $1600 | replace drivers side control arm | ||
| Volvo V70 in New York, United States Jul 2008 - Nov 2016 | |||
| Oct 200876000 miUS $130 | Front control arm bushings, ball joints | ||
| Dec 200876970 miUS $56 | Replace center pipe ( ? resonator) with straight pipe | ||
| Aug 201095000 miUS $115 | Hesitation, lack of power on take off. Bad Shaft pos actuator, timing. Replaced CVVT solenoid | ||
| Oct 201097000 miUS $110 | Replace both lower ball joints Check engine light - replaced gas cap, could not guarantee it would fix it. Replace emission canister to valve hose. | ||
| Sep 2011108000 miUS $250 | alternator replaced | ||
| Oct 2011108300 miUS $60 | Engine misfire, code indicated cylinder 3 misfire, replaced coil for cylinder 3. Easy fix. | ||
| Nov 2011109000 miUS $50 | Immobilizer, would not start, but later it did. Replaced antenna around key switch as a recommendation, but not sure if this was the problem as it is intermittent. Replacing antenna was a simple DIY job, $50 part from volvo. | ||
| Jan 2013121000 miUS $700 | Cracked spring in front strut. Replaced both front struts and lower ball joints at same time | ||
| Jun 2013126000 miUS $300 | No start. bad connection at starter, cleaned and replaced starter also. | ||
| Jul 2013126500 miUS $75 | Trans service light on, trans not shifting right, as if in limp mode. Removed / cleaned control module plug contacts. | ||
| Dec 2013131000 miUS $175 | Lower engine mount | ||
| Mar 2014133000 miUS $85 | Upper engine mount | ||
| Oct 2014138300 miUS $180 | Replace control arm bushings. | ||
| Nov 2014139000 miUS $120 | Inner tie rod, slight movement. Replaced all tie rods while it was apart. Note that drivers side of steering rack tends to have some radial play, therefore tie rod may be suspected incorrectly. | ||
| Apr 2015143000 miUS $360 | Replaced left rear wheel bearing. | ||
| Sep 2015149000 miUS $400 | Rear half of exhaust. Believe it was original( front half already replaced previously). This car has been 10 years in upstate NY and we spread salt like crazy, so having it last this long is exceptional. | ||
| Nov 2015150100 miUS $30 | Shift flare 1-2, 2-3. Replaced B4 servo cover w/updated Volvo part. Great improvement! Been having transmission issues for 7 yrs, thought a trans was needed. Wish I new about this issue long ago. Trans has 150K mi. | ||
| Mar 2016153000 miUS $10 | Turbo oil return gasket | ||
| Jun 2016157000 miUS $900 | Oil leak due to popped oil seal. Replaced all cam oil seals and replaced PCV system as a precaution. 1st time PCV system worked on. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Florida, United States May 2009 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Jun 200977000 miUS $600 | Sway bar links worn and noisy. Front A-frame bushings cracked at disintegrating. | ||
| Feb 201291100 miUS $240 | spring tower end plate, center sleeve came loose | ||
| May 201293200 miUS $1000 | Cracked ignition coils, all 5 replaced. Crankcase ventilation system gummed up, replaced. | ||
| Feb 201396200 miUS $100 | Bushings, right front lower suspension. Shaking during acceleration horn and lower beams not working. | ||
| Jun 201397000 miUS $370 | i had work done be an independent shop. They neglected to tighten lower control are bolts and other items. The dealer replaced the front struts using my parts from IPD and corrected the problems caused by the independent mechanic. | ||
| Mar 2014100000 miUS $620 | Fuel level sensor failed. Part not stocked by dealer. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Ohio, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jan 2017164000 mi | Park interlock broken inside of transmission. Rebuild required. Car has been taken off of the road until we can afford a transmission rebuild. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Massachusetts, United States Apr 2012 - Jun 2013 | |||
| Nov 2012162800 miUS $400 | Replaced front tie rod ends Third brake light and additional two brake lights are not working. Bulbs ok, electrical issue exists. | ||
| Apr 2013167300 miUS $250 | Secured rattling components, minor repair | ||
| Volvo V70 in Illinois, United States Jan 2012 - Sep 2012 | |||
| Feb 2012101800 miUS $2780 | Front struts, control arm and R&P bushings replaced due to wear. Found during an alignment. Had noticed a rattle but assumed it was loose plastic. | ||
| Jun 2012106000 miUS $1500 | Broken rack and pinion, loss of power steering. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Connecticut, United States Aug 2015 - Jul 2016 | |||
| Jun 2016154000 miUS $325 | Rear right wheel bearing replaced Persistent noise from rear end wheel axels | ||
2001 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 197hp 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic FWD
| Volvo V70 in North Carolina, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Nov 2010135500 miUS $117 | Throttle was surging when coming to stop, erratic idle, problems shifting(associated w/throttle position). Shop stated that software update to ETM would likely fix. Fix was performed but was very short lived(about 10 miles). | ||
| Jan 2011138000 mi | Knocking/rattling sound while driving over rough road. Front strut bearings replaced. After repair noise was reduced but still noticeable. Auto transmission slipping and hard shifting while driving in town(stop and go driving). Volvo replacement part is 90-100% of the current value of the car. Will not repair. Will replace with salvage manual transmission. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Maryland, United States May 2014 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Sep 201479000 miUS $450 | Replaced starter which had been having intermittent issues | ||
| Feb 2016107900 miUS $1100 | Blown gasket resulting in loss of oil pressure | ||
| Volvo V70 in Virginia, United States Jan 2012 - May 2013 | |||
| Feb 2012169200 mi | Bad catalytic converter | ||
| Apr 2013185000 miUS $1200 | The cam seal blew leaking oil on the right side. Poor thing bled out in my driveway. The timing belt was coated as well and replaced also. Total Cost $1200. | ||
| Volvo V70 in California, United States Jul 2009 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Aug 200987000 miUS $10 | Replaced tail-light and brake light bulbs. | ||
| Jul 201099000 miUS $20 | Left low beam headlight was replaced. | ||
| Sep 2010101000 miUS $1850 | 105K service, including replacement of timing belt, water pump, and radiator. Cost is for entire service. Radiator alone was about $775. | ||
| Jan 2011103000 miUS $170 | Right low beam headlamp replaced. | ||
| Mar 2012113000 miUS $1200 | Replaced both lower control arms due to bushing failure. Timing gear sensor, camshaft adjustment solenoid | ||
| Dec 2012122000 miUS $500 | Replace lower right motor mount. Replaced upper front strut mounts. | ||
| Jan 2015123700 miUS $1000 | Front struts, strut mounts, and rear shock absorbers were replaced. Smoothness of the ride had deteriorated. | ||
| Mar 2015132000 miUS $80 | Replaced sway bar links front and back myself. | ||
| Jun 2015134000 miUS $550 | Replacement of a failed clutch in the AC compressor. | ||
| May 2016141300 miUS $1000 | Replaced the electronic throttle control, which was causing uneven idle and some surging while driving at steady speed. This was warranty item, if done within ten years of first sale, but not the case here. Repair was very successful. | ||
| May 2017147000 miUS $865 | Engine surging again. ETM was replaced under warranty, but the PCV system was clogged. Cleaned it and replaced the oil trap/hoses etc. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Ontario, Canada Jan 2010 - Mar 2011 | |||
| Mar 201098580 miC $1260 | Replace entire exhaust system. Heater core leaked - coolant flooded electronics in dash panel and interior of car. Replaced dipped beam headlight | ||
| Feb 2011101060 miC $5500 | valves clattering, PCV hose blocked, leaking Transmission slipping becoming increasingly severe, cannot accelerate rapidly at all, replacement required est cost installed C$5K. Then transmission died. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Rhode Island, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2014 | |||
| Dec 2010150000 miUS $2000 | Frozen e-brake scrambled driver's rear knuckle (wheel hub mount) Knuckle replaced along with all e-brake components. | ||
| Feb 2012171600 miUS $115 | Transmission was diagnosed as needing repair. Update: the transmission shifting bugaboo was left as a matter of opinion - my GF thought it to be a problem, and worried about it, I did not. Sensors indicate an O2 or catalytic converter issue. Snapped the passenger side spring. eBrake cable frozen. Repairable. Update: later found cable ends to be okay, only adjusted forward tensioner. | ||
| Apr 2014179000 miUS $320 | Installed new O2 sensor (rear), replaced rear vacuum resv. and J hose. After working on the CEL and various codes for over a year, I *finally* found the issue to be the rear 'J' hose to the rear EVAP canister. Possibly source of three codes. | ||
| Jun 2014179000 mi | This car couldn't go a week w/out some other nuisance electrical code coming up - the battery died, and the alarm system was ID-ed (which meant the sunroof didn't work!). | ||
2001 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 197hp 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic AWD
| Volvo V70 in Wisconsin, United States Sep 2010 - Feb 2012 | |||
| Oct 2010100000 miUS $176 | recurring shimmy at 60mph. in addition to new tires (nokian wr suv), replaced left front lower ball joint, which had been replaced previously at 83K miles. | ||
| Apr 2011102300 miUS $233 | signal arm malfuntioning and was replaced | ||
| Jul 2011104000 miUS $90 | rusted out resonator replaced. sheetmetal came off. | ||
| Oct 2011109000 miUS $50 | headlight out | ||
| Jan 2012111000 miUS $1200 | Throttle body and software replaced. Past ten year limit and warranty from Volvo, paid 100% out of pocket | ||
| Volvo V70 in Ontario, Canada Apr 2010 - Jul 2010 | |||
| Jun 201087420 miC $1200 | Car made strange sounds during driving. Volvo dealer claimed no problem existed. Another mechanic also said no problem. Finally, one mechanic discovered ball joints and other suspension parts needed replacing. Problem resolved thereafter. Check transmission light came on. Volvo recommended 4 updates: Transmission Control Module, Engine Control Module, Network, Body | ||
| Volvo V70 in New Jersey, United States May 2010 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jun 201046000 mi | engine cooling fan has not been working properly | ||
| Aug 201048000 mi | a/c r134a leak; source of leak not yet identified therefore no a/c in extreme summer heat; | ||
| Sep 201048000 mi | ABS BRAKE SERVICE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON INTERMITTANTLY , USUALLY ON HOT DAYS, OR WHILE DRIVING ON BUMPY ROADS | ||
| Oct 201049000 mi | new warning "Brake failure, stop safely ASAP", ABS light again, all intermittant, other strange dashboard symptoms; Brakes work fine, inspected brake fluid level, fine. dash warning is not informative, just distracting. no solution found. | ||
| Nov 201049300 mi | ABS BRAKES MODULE WAS REPAIRED. POWER CONNECTION INSIDE ABS MODULE HAD CRACKED SOLDER JOINTS. THIS MANUFACTURING DEFECT GAVE RISE TO PROBLEM & WARNING: BRAKE FAILURE, STOP SAFELY ASAP. RE-SOLDERED TWO JOINTS. A W NEED TO TEST DRIVE VEHICLE ON A L | ||
| May 201151200 mi | Replaced Battery; also needs alternator replaced. | ||
| Jun 201152000 miUS $250 | Alternator stopped charging battery - received low battery voltage warning. Replaced Alternator. Now runs fine. | ||
| Jul 201152000 miUS $200 | abs front speed sensor failed. parts ordered. | ||
| Sep 201152000 mi | abs wheel speed sensors needed cleaning. | ||
| Nov 201152000 mi | previously reported abs front sensors needed and ordered.The cleaning solved the condition. those parts were unnecessary. However, "BRAKE FAILURE, STOP AS SOON AS POSSIBLE" warning with no CEL lights appeared. Working... | ||
| Dec 201153000 mi | ABS Module Failure. Re-soldered approx 30 communication joints which were cracked. Repair is successful and has not reappeared. Finally I don't have to drive with the "BRAKE FAILURE, STOP AS SOON AS POSSIBLE" intermittent warning | ||
| Apr 201254000 mi | shock mount failing, living with problem for now. | ||
| Aug 201258200 miUS $100 | engine mount & transmission mounts replaced | ||
| Sep 201258000 miUS $95 | replaced strut mount - part had failed | ||
| Oct 201258000 miUS $75 | replaced both inner tie rods - too much play | ||
| Jan 201360000 miUS $70 | Transmission Service Warning. Changed the transmission fluid twice. The Bevel Gearbox was leaking also. Tightened the bolts on the bevel gear. leak stopped. Bevel gear was making noise. After tightening bolts, added gear box fluid. Noise is now gone. | ||
| Jun 201366000 miUS $28 | CHANGED TRANSMISSION FLUID AGAIN. (REPLACEMENT OF 1/2 OF FLUID PER CHANGE) TO AVOID PRE-EXISTING TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. | ||
| Oct 201368000 miUS $30 | changed J hose located near gas tank. It had a small evap leak. Not positioned for easy removal and replacement. drain and fill transmission. Symptoms are transmission banging into gear at stop. Msg: Transmission service required | ||
| Nov 201368000 mi | Error msg: "transmission service required" -symptoms are random, usually when driving in traffic, stop and go, and "Bang" into gear, never on the highway at constant speeds. No solution to date. | ||
| Feb 201468600 mi | Transmission service required msg: Since cold weather, no adverse conditions noted except when driving in local traffic stop and go. | ||
| Jul 201470000 miUS $80 | replaced temp sensor. it failed again. | ||
| Nov 201473000 mi | NO OIL PRESSURE AT IDLE | ||
| Jan 201574000 mi | LOW OIL PRESSURE / NO OIL PRESSURE AT IDLE | ||
| Apr 201575500 mi | NO OIL PRESSURE AT IDLE - INTERMITTENT . | ||
| May 201577000 mi | NO OIL PRESSURE - INTERMITTENT | ||
| Oct 201580000 miUS $150 | Replaced internal all o-rings in oil pan and replaced oil pickup tube. Solved NO OIL PRESSURE symptom. The oil pickup tube was clogged with the bits of the oil filter tube o-ring that failed. | ||
| Jun 201785000 miUS $450 | replaced spring which had collapsed. cost of parts for both sides. | ||
| Jul 201784000 miUS $500 | replaced wheel bearings on both sides. | ||
| Jul 201890000 miUS $10 | added insulation to wires when the existing insulator flaked off. | ||
2001 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| Volvo V70 in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2007 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Feb 2007100000 miUS $2100 | steering fluid losses front axle replacement. | ||
| Apr 2009142000 mi | Catalytic Converter (?) Low Emission Efficiency, Intake Valve Circuit. Estimate of $2,300. Decided not to repair. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Arizona, United States Jan 2012 - May 2015 | |||
| Jun 2012120000 mi | Replaced defective oil trap. Fuel pump recall 220. | ||
| Feb 2013128900 miUS $1400 | Replaced entire front suspension: struts, spring seats, lower control arms, inner/outer tie rods, sway bar link, 2 front tires, alignment | ||
| Feb 2014145000 miUS $120 | Replaced passenger motor mount and torque mount | ||
2001 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic FWD
| Volvo V70 in Illinois, United States May 2013 - Jul 2014 | |||
| Sep 2013122000 miUS $250 | spark plug not firing properly, ignition coil replaced | ||
| Volvo V70 in Virginia, United States May 2013 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Jun 2013151000 miUS $850 | Replaced Throttle Body (ETM). Purched from Xmodex Canada.. Came with soft preloaded Replaced Radio/tape/cd player.. no sound | ||
| Jan 2014US $100 | cylinder missing not firing...replaced coil pack, still not firing... removed plug found outer and inner electrode tips broken. (Volvo Plugs) Replaced set plugs. Started.. but debri from the damaged plug, damaged turbo unit, now it whines. | ||
| Oct 2014167800 mi | Smell of Gas... Fuel Damper had leak on the mail body .. o ring Seal was okay. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Minnesota, United States Sep 2012 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Oct 2012125500 miUS $30 | P0422 - evap leak, replaced fuel cap. hard shifting (purchased with that knowledge) also headlamp wipers, oil cap gasket, drain and fill 3.5Qts of transmission fluid. Drain and fill 3.5Qts of transmission fluid for hard shifting issue. | ||
| Nov 2012127000 miUS $100 | Replace driver side inner tie rod. Also put winter tires on. | ||
| Dec 2012128000 miUS $3 | Drivers inside door handle won't open door. Took door panel off and found that the clip that holds the door cable assembly to the handle was not holding when handle was operating. Put a 1" 'C' clamp on the clips to hold in place. works go | ||
| Jun 2013136000 miUS $60 | passenger side turn signal bulb socket bad. Had to remove computer cover and washer fluid filler tube to access. Rear exhaust hanger broken. | ||
| Sep 2013140000 miUS $150 | TCU software upgrade to get rid of the 'stop neutral' "feature" due to erratic shifting. Full transmission flush. | ||
| May 2014153000 miUS $400 | Right front CV axle worn and causing vibrations, replaced with new. PM items: Front strut spring seats, left inner and outer tie rods, 4 engine mounts. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Iowa, United States Mar 2011 - Jul 2011 | |||
| May 2011148500 miUS $93 | Very minor vacuum leak | ||
| Jun 2011151000 miUS $250 | ABS and ESC warning lights on. Replaced sensor in right front wheel. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Florida, United States Sep 2008 - Jul 2016 | |||
| Nov 200898000 miUS $877 | Left directional front socket replaced, still a problem. Front tires rubbing, so mud flaps removed. Others--steering column grinding noise and alarm problem--have not been repaired. Tailgate latch replaced. | ||
| Dec 2008100000 miUS $380 | New Pegasus wheel split in half and blew out a new 235-45-ZR17 Falken 452 tire. All the Volvo dealers in Alexandria Virginia did not have a Pegasus wheel in stock. And told me it would take three days to get one to the dealer. "Bypass Alexandria Virginia! | ||
| Jan 2009102000 miUS $141 | Right directional blinks fast and then shuts off. | ||
| Aug 2009105000 miUS $40 | Problem with turn signals still ongoing. Not fixed yet. Went to Volvo dealer August 14Th 2009 for repair and new wheel (damaged by steel bar in road, doesn't count). Cost of wheel $184.95 plus tax - Turn signal light socket & bulb $8.95 plus tax - Labor | ||
| Aug 2010119500 miUS $399 | Replaced outer axle boot drivers side. Replaced faulty battery failure. Replaced coolant reservoir tank. Replaced broken fuel door hinge. | ||
| Oct 2011129200 miUS $1380 | Brake vacuum booster! Replace headlights! Water leaks in headlight. air conditioner noise and water leak inside cabin drivers side! Directional signals still not functioning correctly. Volvo Dealer can not find problem going on three years to date. Can anyone in our group help? | ||
| Dec 2012141000 miUS $349 | Problem was fuel/air mix sensor, Volvo dealer did not have part in stock. diagnostic charge, $81.00. I ordered part from auto parts website and it was shipped, I had my local garage install it. Total cost diagnostic/parts/labor $349.00. | ||
| May 2013146000 miUS $262 | Replace all motor mounts. | ||
| Jul 2016167000 miUS $200 | Engine light check for gas tank recycle hose crack. | ||
| Volvo V70 in California, United States Aug 2011 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Nov 201192700 miUS $350 | O2 replacement to correct check engine light | ||
| Jun 201299000 miUS $500 | Car did limp home mode. Throttle body replaced with Xemodex life time guarantee. Anticipate MAF next. | ||
| Dec 2012106000 miUS $340 | strut plate cracked - replaced struts and plates | ||
| Apr 2013107200 mi | throttle body issues again but under warranty. | ||
| Sep 2013114000 miUS $500 | Canister vapor turnoff - had caused engine service required light to come on | ||
| Dec 2013116000 miUS $170 | the indie people said it could be the whole transmission or just the stop/neutral software programming on that car. Only dealer could determine which. $135 for them to check it out and then another $35 to re-program the software. | ||
| Apr 2015129200 mi | Throttle body again appears to have failed. Throttle body was still under warranty so no cost but there remains a question as to what it really was as no codes were thrown. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Mar 200992000 miUS $500 | Power steering pump needed to be replaced. | ||
| Jul 2012140000 miUS $4000 | Replaced power steering pump replace replace strut mounts, struts, control arm bushings replace vent box, oil pan, engine seal | ||
| Aug 2014147300 miUS $800 | Alarm system wouldn't turn on; moonroof wouldn't open; battery was draining -- somehow all of these were related to some electrical fault | ||
| Volvo V70 in Maine, United States Jun 2015 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Dec 2015222000 miUS $3000 | Replace rear wheel bearings | ||
| Feb 2016224900 miUS $500 | Front wheel bearing | ||
| Volvo V70 in Tennessee, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Aug 2010147000 miUS $698 | Window motors, engine mounts, control arm bushings, abs module, alarm relay - all replaced this trip. Next trip working on drivetrain. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Connecticut, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Sep 2010181000 miUS $100 | replace exhaust hangars | ||
| Jun 2011188000 miUS $325 | replaced shocks and struts with spring seats and strut bearing | ||
| Feb 2014206400 miUS $200 | the starter stayed engaged after starting and damaged the armature & brushes. Rear tailgate wire harness wore through from being opened so many times and some wires broke and shorted out melted and blew fuses | ||
| Mar 2015218000 miUS $55 | bad coil, scanned car found missfire #5 cylinder replaced coil and all was well | ||
| Oct 2015222500 miUS $500 | rotors calipers pads and calipers all replaced, also new braided steel brake lines were installed | ||
| Volvo V70 in Prince Edward Island, Canada Aug 2010 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Jul 2015172860 miC $510 | hydraulic cylinders frozen, cleaned and anti-seized intermittent ignition cutoff.. not start, crank, eventually starts. power steering rack leak | ||
| Volvo V70 in Virginia, United States Mar 2008 - Mar 2012 | |||
| Mar 201199000 miUS $182 | Protective road weather shield became loose and it began to fall off, hitting the road surface. Had to be removed, ordered a replacement and then install new item. | ||
| Dec 2011102000 miUS $1400 | Oil was being blown out of the engine, not sure how else to describe it. ignition switch had to be replaced | ||
| Volvo V70 in Washington, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Apr 2010170500 miUS $950 | failed link arm bushings r/r; LOF | ||
2001 Volvo V70 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder automatic AWD
| Volvo V70 in British Columbia, Canada May 2008 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Aug 200868820 miC $250 | Bad Alternator. | ||
| Feb 200971920 miC $100 | Exhaust Resonator rusted. Removed Resonator. | ||
| Apr 200975020 miC $200 | Rear right wheel bearing was growling. Replaced with new. | ||
| Aug 200980600 mi | Exhaust manifold had come loose. Retightened and all is good. | ||
| Jul 201086800 miC $700 | Front Coil spring broken, replaced both front struts. | ||
| Volvo V70 in California, United States Jan 2007 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Feb 2007168000 miUS $4000 | Transmission failure required complete replacement. Also replaced a front drive line. power steering pump replaced | ||
| Jul 2007177000 miUS $40 | Burned exhaust valve Catalytic converter replacement Intermittent cooling by A/C. Estimate of $2,000 to do a major overhaul. Repair declined. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Connecticut, United States Oct 2007 - Mar 2008 | |||
| Nov 200733000 mi | Windshield Wiper failure. Needed a new relay for Wiper motors | ||
| Volvo V70 in Kansas, United States Apr 2009 - May 2009 | |||
| May 2009115000 mi | shift flares in lower gears previous owner had paid for software download too expensive to replace transmission | ||
| Volvo V70 in Massachusetts, United States Apr 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jun 2009165000 miUS $120 | Fuel door hinge was replaced. Oil filler cap gasket was replaced, transmission oil drained and filled(about 4 qt of oil), aftermarket inline transmission filter installed and engine oil change. | ||
| Jul 2009166000 miUS $40 | Upper engine mount (torque rod) replaced | ||
| Aug 2009168000 miUS $100 | Alternator replaced with used unit Front right conrol arm bushings replaced. Turbocharger connecting air hose replaced. Lower engine torque rod replaced. | ||
| Sep 2009172000 miUS $110 | Pcv oil trap and all pcv connecting hoses replaced Left control arm bushings replaced | ||
| Dec 2009178000 miUS $150 | front struts and spring replaced with used units with low miles, and brand new both front spring seats | ||
| Volvo V70 in Washington, United States Jul 2009 - Sep 2009 | |||
| Sep 200976000 miUS $500 | Went in to fix a suspension issue, but the transmission was going and the oil compression was apparently bad and they told me it would cost more to fix the car than it was worth. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2009 - Dec 2011 | |||
| Mar 2011146000 miUS $200 | Replaced the passenger side rear wheel hub. Did a self diagnosis due to sound coming from that location when driving at higher speeds. | ||
| Sep 2011157000 miUS $213 | Noticed noise from front driverside wheel hub. Ordered new hub and replaced myself. | ||
| Nov 2011159000 miUS $50 | Drivers side lower ball joint needed replacement. Ordered parts from FCP Groton and replaced myself. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Illinois, United States Oct 2009 - Jan 2010 | |||
| Nov 2009107000 miUS $130 | idle quality poor | ||
| Jan 2010106000 miUS $350 | Temp sensor, plugs, themostat put in to fix idle problem. Previous iridium plugs caused issues. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Virginia, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Feb 201097000 miUS $200 | Car would not start. Key immobilizer. Had to be towed to shop. Originally thought to be starter. Turned out to be key immobilizer. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Ireland Aug 2009 - Aug 2011 | |||
| Feb 201034720 mi€227 | CD based Sat Nav was looking for disc cartridge to be removed and reinserted. Auto electrician took unit apart and discovered laser was misaligned and very dirty. | ||
| Jul 201142160 mi€1300 | Self levelling suspension replaced | ||
| Volvo V70 in Ohio, United States Aug 2009 - Jan 2010 | |||
| Nov 2009121300 miUS $4500 | Forward gear was gone. Repaired car, then sold it. | ||
2001 Volvo V70 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder automatic 4WD
| Volvo V70 in Virginia, United States Jan 2007 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Feb 200791000 miUS $200 | engine running rough, fixed. tail light out | ||
2001 Volvo V70 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Volvo V70 in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2007 - Aug 2009 |
| Volvo V70 in Minnesota, United States May 2007 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jun 200778000 miUS $120 | ABS module failure | ||
| Jul 200780000 miUS $1000 | Radiator leak, required replacement of radiator | ||
| Jun 200887000 mi | Electronic Throttle Module failed, as it does 99.9% of the time with this model of Volvo. | ||
| Oct 2009105000 miUS $350 | Seat heater element burned on passenger side; replaced seat heater element and updated seat foam while the cover was off | ||
| Volvo V70 in Maryland, United States Mar 2007 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jun 200780000 mi | The automatic darkening inside rear view mirror failed caucing a distorted image in the mirror. The mirror was replaced under the extended warranty. | ||
| Oct 200784000 miUS $250 | Transmission shifting roughly. Dealer flushed transmission and reprogrammed ECU | ||
| Feb 200996000 miUS $100 | Mass air flow meter needed cleaning. | ||
| May 200999000 miUS $775 | Replaced Alternator | ||
| Volvo V70 in Massachusetts, United States Apr 2011 - Mar 2012 | |||
| May 201147700 miUS $800 | engine mount control arm bushings | ||
| Jun 201148000 miUS $800 | replaced alternator and battery | ||
| Jul 201148500 mi | passenger side airbag module failure | ||
| Oct 201151300 miUS $350 | inner & outer tie rods replaced | ||
| Mar 201253000 mi | when cold, auto transmission stuck in 'park'; hard downshifts and upshifts very difficult to remove key from ignition | ||
| Volvo V70 in New York, United States Jul 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jul 200983000 miUS $575 | Ball joint replaced, $400. Analysis of AC leak, $175, compressor leaking, opted not to repair. | ||
| Aug 200984000 mi | ABS and STC lights on for repair, dealer checked and module needs to be replaced. warning lights are not on all the time, so will wait until system fails. car hesitates while driving Hesitation was fixed by Volvo corporate -- this complaint had come in before on many V70s. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Ontario, Canada Apr 2011 - Aug 2011 | |||
| Jul 2011190340 miC $100 | Handbrake engaged while driving, broke | ||
| Volvo V70 in British Columbia, Canada May 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jun 200988040 miC $232 | Valve on turbo not fuctioning correctly. | ||
| Jul 200988660 miC $763 | Check engine light was on, mechanic ran test and a module needed replace. He presure washed engine and small repair turned into + $750 repair bill due to failure of other electrical modules. Mechanic brushed off as likely these components were old. | ||
| Oct 200990520 miC $145 | Inexpensive sensor failure, no idea of what problem it was causing other than to cause engine light to come on. | ||
| Dec 200993000 miC $168 | Required service as well as the power steering return was leaking. Just tightening the clamp solved the problem. But pump literally blew out the oil whenever the car was turn 100% in either direction. | ||
| Oct 2010107880 miC $170 | Front end has had a disturbing creeking and groaning typically at slower speads while making turns. There were no driving or steering issues but very annoying. A worn tie rod end was the culprit. | ||
| Dec 2010110360 miC $745 | Water pump started leaking, required replacing. Timing belt also replaced which was included in the cost of repairs. | ||
| Jun 2011114080 miC $180 | Turbo leaking, has for the last 50,000k. Last Volvo had same problem. Turning car over to daughter in university. Mechanic is trying to stop the leak without an $800 bill. Update: no luck with engine sealer this time, sold car. | ||
2001 Volvo V70 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder manual 2WD
| Volvo V70 in South Africa Dec 2008 - Nov 2010 | |||
| Mar 200963860 miR 120 | Outside temperature sensor. | ||
| Mar 201073160 miR 550 | SHOCK ABSORBER RUBBER DUMPER CRACKED AND DAMAGED. HAD TO BE REPLACED, TWO TIE ROD ENDS REPLACED AS WELL. | ||
| Apr 201074400 mi | TEMPERATURE SENSOR IN LEFT REAR VIEW MIRROR... POOR QUALITY ASSURANCE AFTER THE REPAIR... | ||
| Nov 201078740 miR 200 | ABS system controller problem. Engine head - suspect head gasket. | ||
2001 Volvo V70 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Volvo V70 in California, United States Aug 2009 - Oct 2009 | |||
| Sep 2009192000 mi | Transmission failing. Power steering rack leak, control arm bushing needed to be replaced. Catalytic converter. O2 sensor. Leaking radiator. | ||
2001 Volvo V70 4-door
8-cylinder automatic AWD
| Volvo V70 in Michigan, United States Jan 2012 - Oct 2013 | |||
| Apr 2012154000 miUS $533 | Antifreeze leak - new heater core | ||
| Apr 2013165500 miUS $560 | Replaced radiator now there might be something wrong with CTS sensor. Replaced right inner & outer tie rod and arm bushing. | ||
| Jul 2013169700 miUS $500 | Left strut bad, had to replace both. | ||
2001 Volvo V70 4-door
5-cylinder manual 2WD
| Volvo V70 in Romania Jul 2009 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Aug 200963240 mi$100 | Top engine mount | ||
| Dec 200964480 mi$300 | Right drive shaft axle broke. Right side lower control arm bushing replaced | ||
| Dec 201269440 mi$300 | Shock absorbers front Lower engine mount | ||
2001 Volvo V70 4-door
5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Volvo V70 in Great Britain Apr 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jun 200976000 mi£20 | Annoying replacement of middle hanging bracket forward of final silencer due to corrosion. I fabricated a hanger from M8 stud rod. | ||
| Aug 200977000 mi£800 | Recalibrated drivers window motor (software). New outside air temperature sensor. | ||
2000.5 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic FWD
| Volvo V70 in Great Britain Oct 2010 - Nov 2011 | |||
| Jan 2011133000 mi | ABS Fail and loss of cruise control, dirt (rock salt) build up on wheel speed sensor front left, cleaned all 4 and reset codes, nil cost 4 hours work car been fine since. | ||
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