1999 Volvo V70XC Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other V70XC years
- Far more complaints than other years 3rd of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Volvo V70XC. That ranks 3rd out of 10 V70XC model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (29 complaints, 37%), typically at around 73,698 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 79owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 29 | 37% | 73,698 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 18 | 23% | 79,500 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 11% | 70,095 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 9% | 108,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 6 | 8% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 8% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 5% | 89,300 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 4 | 5% | 119,331 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 3% | 55,430 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1% | 52,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 1% | 59,800 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1% | 115,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | 46,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | 50,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Volvo V70XC recalls (2)
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.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Key ignition is failing will often not start then after moving key around in ignition to find the perfect position the car will start
My volvo v70 was on a test drive by the mechanic before returning the vehicle to me after routine maintenance. The car had 59,800 miles. The engine caught fire allegedly due to an oil gasket defect. The vehicle was on a local road in wainscott, long island, new york.
The car went into a "limp home mode" as i was pulling into traffic, causing several cars to have to swerve to keep from hitting me. I called volvo and they said the 99 & 00 ( which i own both ) models had a recall on the part. I carried the car to the volvo dealership and they said the recall was…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 volvo v70xc. The contact stated there was fuel leaking from the top of the fuel tank causing it to fail inspection. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer nor to an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was contacted regarding the failure but offered no assistance. The…
My 1999 v70r with 122,000 miles has had the most problems of any volvo i have owned in 44 years; heater core, electronic throttle module, steering rack, wheel bearings, lower control arms, ball joints, parking brake failure, brake lines and hoses, and now? The transmission has failed completely…
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 | 79 | 2 |
| 1998 V70XC | 31 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Volvo V70XC?
Owners most often report vehicle speed control, electrical system, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 29 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Volvo V70XC?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1999 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 1999 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.