1999 Volvo S70 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other S70 years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 205 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Volvo S70. That ranks 2nd out of 7 S70 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (66 complaints, 32%), typically at around 80,000 miles. Complaints mention 13 crashes, 1 fire, 12 injuries. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 5 defect investigations involving it.
- 205owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 5NHTSA investigations
- 13complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Volvo S70 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | 66 | 32% | 80,000 | “electronic throttle” (23%) | $1,800 |
| Electrical System | 48 | 23% | 79,328 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 40 | 20% | 94,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 18 | 9% | 90,050 | — | — |
| Structure | 14 | 7% | 66,250 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 9 | 4% | 102,500 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 4% | 58,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 8 | 4% | 87,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 3% | 119,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 5 | 2% | 114,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 5 | 2% | 101,628 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 2% | 87,200 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 1% | 117,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 1% | 115,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 1% | 69,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Child Seat | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 0% | 78,500 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 0% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 0% | 120,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0% | 99,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0% | 150,800 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 0% | 56,690 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 0% | 160,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Volvo S70 recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Vehicle speed control
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, a combination of throttle positioning sensor irregularities, a dirty throttle housing, and/or inefficient software calibration may cause a warning lamp to light and the subsequent onset of limp home modes.
Risk: This resulted in a high number of vehicles going into the limp home mode without need.
Fix: Dealers will install the current software upgrade onto the involved vehicles. The recall began on december 29, 2006. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Exterior lighting:headlights:switch
Problem: On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, over an extended period of time, the headlight switch may cease to function.
Risk: The head lights may not operate properly which could result in intermittent or no headlight function. This could impair a driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: On vehicles with an original oem switch, dealers will replace the headlight switch. All other vehicles will be inspected to determine if the switch has een damaged and replace only if necessary. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Exterior lighting:turn signal
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. There could be inadequate contact between the bulb and socket which could cause the front turn signal not to function as designed.
Risk: This would fail to warn an approaching driver that the vehicle is turning and could lead to a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the left and right front turn signal bulb and socket.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Vehicle description: all-wheel-drive sedans. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel filter bracket configuration margins are insufficient.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, fuel leakage could occur. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will install a fuel filter protection bracket.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Throttle control malfunction (EA05021) — opened Dec 6, 2005, closed Dec 12, 2006, led to recall 06V441000.
- Throttle control malfunction (PE05041) — opened Jul 26, 2005, closed Dec 7, 2005.
- Headlight failure (RQ04004) — opened Jun 8, 2004, closed Nov 5, 2004, led to recall 04V504000.
- Turn signal (PE00031) — opened Aug 15, 2000, closed Dec 22, 2000, led to recall 00V405000.
- Inadvertent side air bag deployment (PE99040) — opened Jun 7, 1999, closed Oct 27, 1999.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While driving speed needle goes back to zero as if you are not movin, show no mileage numbers n miles you have gone or zero trip miles, many lighton breaks, abs ect.all while drivingif stop when time to go car thinks it is in park all this is while in traffichave pic can not down load be glad to…
VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A 45MPH COLLISION ON 9/12/2017. FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WAS IMPACTED. THE COLLISION WAS SEVERE ENOUGH TO CAUSE THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG TO BLOW. HOWEVER, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT BLOW UP, DESPITE THE IMPACT HAPPENING ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE. A COMPLAINT WAS…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 volvo s70. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. In addition, all the lighting and warning indicators illuminated. The dealer could not duplicate the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that…
Car stationary. I have to turn key to '1' position, push in' shiftlock'override' button before i can put car into gear.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 volvo s70. While approaching a stop at a low speed, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The mechanic was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Volvo S70?
Owners most often report vehicle speed control, electrical system, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 66 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Volvo S70?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1999 Volvo S70 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other S70 model years, the 1999 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.