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Volvo C70 repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)

Other (8%)

Chart based on 13 repairs.
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Volvo C70 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (25%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (25%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Volvo C70 2dr Hardtop conv.

turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volvo C70 in South Carolina, United States
- May 2014
May 2014

11000 mi
The brake vacuum assist went bad. 
Volvo C70 in California, United States
Jun 2017 - Nov 2020
Apr 2018

46000 mi
Unknown oil leak, appeared to be from the drain plug but was not resolved with new plug and gasket 
Sep 2020

52000 mi

US $800
Entire front axle, both sides, primarily tie rods and drive shafts. 

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2011 Volvo C70 2dr Hardtop conv.

turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volvo C70 in Alberta, Canada
Aug 2019 - Jun 2022
Sep 2019

57660 mi

C $300
Seal at front of the cabin between the windshield and the roof wasn't seated properly. It needed adjustment, which took about 3/4 of an hour. 
Oct 2020

62496 mi

C $540
Door latch wouldn't keep the driver's door closed. When driving the door would open unexpectedly. Very disconcerting and not covered by any recall 
Sep 2021

64356 mi

C $1100
Factory rubber window seal leaked along the top onf the windshield, the windshield top edge was coming loose 
Volvo C70 in Tennessee, United States
- Feb 2018
Feb 2018

53000 mi

US $760
oil filter mount replaced 

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2010 Volvo C70 2dr Hardtop conv.

turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volvo C70 in Texas, United States
Jan 2021 - Feb 2022
Apr 2021

98000 mi

US $1000
Replace compressor 

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2008 Volvo C70 2dr Hardtop conv.

turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volvo C70 in Alabama, United States
- Oct 2011
Jul 2011

24000 mi
AC Compressor Replaced Due to Slipping Clutch - Under Warranty 

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2006 Volvo C70 2dr Hardtop conv.

turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volvo C70 in Texas, United States
Sep 2015 - Sep 2018
Dec 2015

123000 mi

US $275
Worn ignition coils causing misfire codes when engine cold. Seems to have corrected the problem. Replaced all 5 as a preventative measure. 
Mar 2017

125000 mi

US $300
Noise from the front end...had entire strut assembly replaced on each side. 
Sep 2018

127000 mi
Car needed oil trap replaced due to trouble codes and negative crankcase pressure, common C70 problem...synthetic oil change at the same time. 

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2003 Volvo C70 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 242hp 2.3L I5 5-speed manual FWD

Volvo C70 in Virginia, United States
- Mar 2011
Oct 2010

34000 mi

US $200
Leak in power steering hose leading from reservoir. Replace hose and power steering fluid. Blead and replaced break fluid. 

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Volvo C70 Repair Histories

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