2015 Volvo XC70 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XC70 years
- Not enough data 15th of 16 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Volvo XC70. That ranks 15th out of 16 XC70 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (3 complaints, 50%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

- 6owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 Volvo XC70 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 | 3 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 17% | 28,700 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2015 Volvo XC70 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Seat belts:front
Problem: Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.
Risk: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.
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.
My engine oil light came on recently so I took my car to the auto service center to check. The auto repair staff performed and inspection and found excessive oil consumption stemming from a defect in the pistons, piston rings and piston heads. They gave me a copy of Quality Bulletin from Volvo…
I replaced a catalytic converter and 2 O2 sensors a few months ago. Check engine light came on. Oil was pooling into the catalytic converter from the engine. Technician checked pistons. Said there was unusual wear and oil was coming in through the pistons.
My Volvo XC70 has had a sudden and significant increase in oil consumption. I believe this is due to the pistons which Volvo is now acknowledging. They refuse to issue a recall or to repair my very well maintained vehicle. Continue operation requires up to 2 quarts of oil every 500 miles! It also…
At age 6 years (53K mi.), the front passenger seatbelt clasp began to refuse to latch when the belt buckle was inserted. Using a jeweler's headset, I could not see any foreign object causing interference. To rule out a bent buckle, I tested the clasp (after its removal) with 5 other buckles, and…
Fuel gauge doesnât show actual fuel level. When full, it shows 50% left, and gauge doesnât start to move till half the tank is empty.
Other Volvo XC70 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 XC70 | 7 | 2 |
| 2015 | 6 | 1 |
| 2014 XC70 | 2 | 2 |
| 2013 XC70 | 8 | 2 |
| 2012 XC70 | 14 | 2 |
| 2011 XC70 | 15 | 3 |
| 2010 XC70 | 15 | 5 |
| 2009 XC70 | 15 | 5 |
| 2008 XC70 | 39 | 8 |
| 2007 XC70 | 25 | 2 |
| 2006 XC70 | 18 | 2 |
| 2005 XC70 | 27 | 2 |
| 2004 XC70 | 101 | 3 |
| 2003 XC70 | 24 | 4 |
| 2002 XC70 | 35 | 4 |
| 2001 XC70 | 66 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Volvo XC70?
Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Volvo XC70?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 Volvo XC70 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XC70 model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.