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2008 Volvo V70 repairs by problem area
Engine (30%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (10%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)
Other (13%)
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Chart based on 111 repairs.
2008 Volvo V70 suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (11%)
$1000 - $2499 (11%)
$500 - $999 (22%)
$100 - $499 (44%)
< $100 (11%)
Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 197hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 99200 mi ¤2500 |
Stabilizer bar bushings were squeaking and have been replaced. Struts have been worn out, so the car would feel very floaty on the road. Struts were replaced with aftermarket ones. Also replaced strut bearings and spring seats on the front axle. |
2008 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 159 mi C $550 |
Replaced right rear trailing arm bushing to fix persistent squeak. Required special tool from UK (eBay). European Ford Mondeos used same rear suspension so tools are far more common there. |
| 194680 mi C $450 |
Replaced power steering pressure and return lines. |
| 209 mi C $200 |
Right front control arm |
| 173700 mi US $900 |
Replaced front struts and linkages |
| 76000 mi US $1000 |
Third *attempt* at repairing suspension / bushings.....grinding noise and extremely rough ride. Sold car following month. |
| 64700 mi US $400 |
Clamp broke so power steering fluid was leaking leading to noise when making turns |
| 5000 mi | The power steering hose had a leak and was replaced. |
2008 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 129000 mi £200 |
Blocked filter at the bottom of the [power steering] fluid reservoir. Non-serviceable part so the complete reservoir container needed to be replaced. |
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