1998 Volvo V70XC Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other V70XC years
- Far more complaints than other years 4th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Volvo V70XC. That ranks 4th out of 10 V70XC model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (6 complaints, 19%), typically at around 82,572 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 31owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1998 Volvo V70XC 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 19% | 82,572 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 19% | 111,563 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 13% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 10% | 78,550 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 10% | 96,521 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 6% | 75,500 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 6% | 113,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 6% | 56,061 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 3% | 104,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 3% | 83,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 3% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 3% | 104,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1998 Volvo V70XC recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
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.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
This particular model has a problem with fuel tanks cracking. It isn't happening to the ones that aren't all wheel drive. I need mine replaced. People are apprehensive about pulling a used tank from a yard because it might also be cracked. I was told the all wheel drive system built around it is…
On a large number of volvos the abs computer fails resulting in loss of proper braking. Normal use causes this, in this all to common failure, and volvo is aware of their short comings in this problem, thus far refusing to correct a highly dangerous condition that may have already resulted in…
The complaint that i have with my 98 v70 xc awd is with a recent tire rotation with my oil change a week after it started to sound as if my muffler was dragging and it also sounded like rear tires are dragging. My mechanic think it may possibly be the drive shaft and from the internet what i've…
Driver side air bag deployed when door was shut and car was off. Volvo n.a. Was contacted and requested that their specialist look at vehicle. They claim that something was stuck in the door, which caused the deployment. This was not the case. Volvo claims that a mark on the door is proof. However…
Since owning the vehicle (purchased used) i have had issues with the abs and tracs systems. I noticed if the car was "cold" in a cold climate, the abs/tracs system appeared to be functioning properly, if only for a few minutes. Otherwise, the abs/tracs system failed to function altogether. The…
Other Volvo V70XC years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 V70XC | 4 | 0 |
| 2006 V70XC | 3 | 0 |
| 2005 V70XC | 3 | 0 |
| 2004 V70XC | 5 | 0 |
| 2003 V70XC | 12 | 0 |
| 2002 V70XC | 27 | 1 |
| 2001 V70XC | 144 | 1 |
| 2000 V70XC | 103 | 2 |
| 1999 V70XC | 79 | 2 |
| 1998 | 31 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Volvo V70XC?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic, power train problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Volvo V70XC?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1998 Volvo V70XC a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other V70XC model years, the 1998 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.