2003 Volvo V70XC Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other V70XC years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 6th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Volvo V70XC. That ranks 6th out of 10 V70XC model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (3 complaints, 25%), typically at around 60,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 12owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 3 | 25% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 25% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 25% | 72,260 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 17% | 130,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 17% | 84,351 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 17% | 84,351 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 17% | 205,291 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 8% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 8% | 130,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 8% | 70,019 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 8% | 161,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Volvo V70XC recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 Volvo V70XC.
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.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL AND ACTIVATING THE PARKING BRAKES. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER…
Takata recall nothing has happened as of yet, but a warning light is on telling me there is something seriously wrong with the airbags and needs immediate attention. Before i take it in & pay for the repair i need to know if this vehicle was part of the recall. I couldn't see it online but i am…
With my foot on the brake, i put the car in reverse and suddenly the engine revs up and the car accelerates at a high rate. Luckily, my foot was on the brake and i could stop the car. I had to press down quite hard on the brake pedal. A couple of seconds after applying the brakes, the engine…
The car is shifting hard and now wont shift at all mechanics say it needs a new transmission. So i email volvo for help in regards to this issues with no helping response from them other than sorry here is a list of dealers near you that do service. *tr
Dashboard and speedometer went blank srs warning light on. *tr
Other Volvo V70XC years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 V70XC | 4 | 0 |
| 2006 V70XC | 3 | 0 |
| 2005 V70XC | 3 | 0 |
| 2004 V70XC | 5 | 0 |
| 2003 | 12 | 0 |
| 2002 V70XC | 27 | 1 |
| 2001 V70XC | 144 | 1 |
| 2000 V70XC | 103 | 2 |
| 1999 V70XC | 79 | 2 |
| 1998 V70XC | 31 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Volvo V70XC?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Volvo V70XC?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2003 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 2003 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.