2003 Volvo XC70 Volvo XC70 2003

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2003 Volvo XC70 repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (36%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (4%)

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2003 Volvo XC70 brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (71%)

< $100 (14%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Volvo XC70 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

153000 mi

US $400
Front and rear rotors and pads 
141200 mi

US $185
Replaced the Brake Booster Vacuum Switch. 
151000 mi

US $200
New parking brake cables, shoes, actuators, hardware, rotors and pads. 
221500 mi

US $60
The control valve that triggers the supplemental vac generator needed repaired due to a hard pedal and slow recover of hard braking. 
85560 mi

C $146
random noise coming from the engine compartment. Dealer detected brake vacuum pump continues to run after engine is turned off and vehicle is parked. Checked for vacuum leaks, none found. Told to continue to drive it, to repair is $13-1400. 
114300 mi

US $1800
The emergency brake shoe fell off and it grinded many other parts on the rear axle. 
144500 mi

C $240
Brake hoses replaced. We safetied the car to transfer it to my son, and the mechanic said they needed to be changed in order for him to sign off on the safety certificate.  

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2003 Volvo XC70 Brake Problems

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