2006 Volvo V70XC Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 11, 2017 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other V70XC years
Not enough data 9th of 10 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Volvo V70XC. That ranks 9th out of 10 V70XC model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 93,500 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2006 Volvo V70XC problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System2 · ~93,500 mi
Fuel/propulsion System2 · ~93,500 mi
Engine1 · ~121,000 mi
Power Train1 · ~122,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System267%93,500——
Fuel/propulsion System267%93,500——
Engine133%121,000——
Power Train133%122,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2012, with 1 complaints
2012: 1201212013: 1201312017: 120171

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2006 Volvo V70XC recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2006 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.

Main engine wiring harness destroyed, engine still ran- temp, fluids, cam timing, mass air flow, fuel rail, throttle position -sensors, instrument panel. Had checked oil two days earlier, was no damage. Wind screen washer light came on when i tried to start engine, checked and found damage -was one…

Electrical System · received Dec 11, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11053976

Transmission failed on car causing rough bucking at lower speeds. *tr

Power Train · received Jan 3, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10490926

Car stalled in traffic three times. Our mechanic said it that the wires to the fuel pump and its module were rotting, causing electric problems and the stalls in traffic. It now appears volvo knows about this problem and has issued a technical bulletin to its mechanics as to how to fix it but has…

Electrical System · received Nov 14, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10484620

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Volvo V70XC?

Owners most often report electrical system, fuel/propulsion system, engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Volvo V70XC?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2006 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 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.