2016 Volvo XC70 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XC70 years
- Not enough data 14th of 16 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Volvo XC70. That ranks 14th out of 16 XC70 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 29%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 7owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 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 | 2 | 29% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 14% | 38,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 14% | 16,700 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 Volvo XC70 recalls (2)
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.
Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers
Problem: Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo S60, V60, V60CC, XC60, XC70, and S80 vehicles manufactured April 8, 2015 to August 19, 2015. In certain driving conditions when using the automatic engine stop/start function, the starter motor fuse may blow, preventing the car from restarting when necessary.
Risk: If the vehicle is unexpectedly unable to be started in the middle of traffic, such as when stopped at an intersection, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing starter motor fuse with a higher amperage fuse, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 or by visiting http://volvo.custhelp.com. Volvo's number for this recall is R39574.
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.
The seatbelts on the front driver and passenger side have failed to release when trying to unbuckle. This is a hazard. If there was a moment where it's imperative to leave the car (fire, water, etc) Driver and passenger could get locked in their seatbelts without the ability to exit the vehicle…
Volvo. Consumer writes in regard to a defective engine.
We have experienced three major defects with this vehicle. First and most concerning is the intermittent blackout of the driver's instrument panel (aka driver's information module, DIM). Second most conerning is the defect in the trailer lighting control module that leaves stop, running and signal…
Car stalled at an intersection twice. We took it to a repair shop after the first instance and they told us the battery had died, though they were able to charge it and it restarted fine. They could not find any other issues. We continued to drive it and two days later the car died at another…
The backup camera is malfunctioning now because the view field is partially blocked by the vehicle body. I was told that there're some other cars (including some new cars at dealer) have similar problems. I visited the retailer and then contacted the custom care center of volvo. However, the…
Other Volvo XC70 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 7 | 2 |
| 2015 XC70 | 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 2016 Volvo XC70?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Volvo XC70?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 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 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.