Volvo 700 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Volvo 700, across 3 model years (1998–2003). The 1998 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
Volvo 700 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 700 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Volvo 700 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Volvo 700 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 700 | 2 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2000 700 | 2 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 1998 700 | 3 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Volvo 700 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1998 (3), 2003 (2), 2000 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Volvo 700?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Volvo 700 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.