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Active Recalls (3)

20V378000 Jun 30, 2020 SEAT BELTS:FRONT

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-...

10V566000 Nov 8, 2010 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.

10V190000 May 7, 2010 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 XC70 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 5, 2006 THROUGH OCTOBER 1, 2009 FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD...

Complaints

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Apr 23, 2024 Visibility 200,400 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Volvo XC70. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof fractured without impact. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage ...

Apr 23, 2024 Visibility 200,400 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Volvo XC70. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof fractured without impact. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage ...

Mar 27, 2023 Visibility/wiper

I have noticed water leaking into the inside of my windshield and also noticed that the front and rear carpets are damp and the car is developing a musty smell. Upon closer inspection it appears that the top of the windshield is unbonded from the frame and moves outward when pressure is applied aga...

Mar 27, 2023 Structure

I have noticed water leaking into the inside of my windshield and also noticed that the front and rear carpets are damp and the car is developing a musty smell. Upon closer inspection it appears that the top of the windshield is unbonded from the frame and moves outward when pressure is applied aga...

Mar 27, 2023 Visibility/wiper

I have noticed water leaking into the inside of my windshield and also noticed that the front and rear carpets are damp and the car is developing a musty smell. Upon closer inspection it appears that the top of the windshield is unbonded from the frame and moves outward when pressure is applied aga...

Mar 27, 2023 Structure

I have noticed water leaking into the inside of my windshield and also noticed that the front and rear carpets are damp and the car is developing a musty smell. Upon closer inspection it appears that the top of the windshield is unbonded from the frame and moves outward when pressure is applied aga...

Sep 7, 2021 Power Train 120,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Volvo XC70. The contact stated that while her husband was leaving a restaurant drive-thru, the vehicle lost motive power without warning while entering the main street. The driver was waiting for a tow truck to tow the vehicle from the scene. The dealer was made aware of the ...

Sep 7, 2021 Engine And Engine Cooling 120,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Volvo XC70. The contact stated that while her husband was leaving a restaurant drive-thru, the vehicle lost motive power without warning while entering the main street. The driver was waiting for a tow truck to tow the vehicle from the scene. The dealer was made aware of the ...

Sep 7, 2021 Power Train 120,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Volvo XC70. The contact stated that while her husband was leaving a restaurant drive-thru, the vehicle lost motive power without warning while entering the main street. The driver was waiting for a tow truck to tow the vehicle from the scene. The dealer was made aware of the ...

Sep 7, 2021 Engine And Engine Cooling 120,000 mi

The contact owns a 2008 Volvo XC70. The contact stated that while her husband was leaving a restaurant drive-thru, the vehicle lost motive power without warning while entering the main street. The driver was waiting for a tow truck to tow the vehicle from the scene. The dealer was made aware of the ...

Jul 31, 2021 Exterior Lighting

1. Low beam headlights failed - both at the same time, resulting in high beam only driving at night. Units available for inspection. 2. Yes. No low beam headlights. Upon inspection of wiring, during replacement of low beams, headlight wiring insulation found to be flaking off, exposing bare wiring. ...

Jul 31, 2021 Exterior Lighting

1. Low beam headlights failed - both at the same time, resulting in high beam only driving at night. Units available for inspection. 2. Yes. No low beam headlights. Upon inspection of wiring, during replacement of low beams, headlight wiring insulation found to be flaking off, exposing bare wiring. ...

Aug 10, 2020 Engine Fire 125,000 mi

MY 2008 VOLVOS ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE I WAS SHOPPING , THE ENGINE IS COMPLETELY DESTROYED SO IT IS TOTALED.

Aug 10, 2020 Engine Fire 125,000 mi

MY 2008 VOLVOS ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE I WAS SHOPPING , THE ENGINE IS COMPLETELY DESTROYED SO IT IS TOTALED.

Mar 18, 2020 Visibility/wiper 191,050 mi

AFTER GETTING A CAR WASH (ON A TRACK, IN NEUTRAL) THE WINDSHIELD ON THE DRIVERS SIDE LEAKS, AND IT ALSO DOES THE SAME THING IN MY 2010 XC60.

Mar 18, 2020 Visibility/wiper 191,050 mi

AFTER GETTING A CAR WASH (ON A TRACK, IN NEUTRAL) THE WINDSHIELD ON THE DRIVERS SIDE LEAKS, AND IT ALSO DOES THE SAME THING IN MY 2010 XC60.

Feb 17, 2020 Electrical System 198,000 mi

THE PROBLEMS INCLUDE DOOR LATCHES QUIT WORKING AND UNABLE TO SECURE DOORS WHEN VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, DOORS COULD LATCH BUT UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE THE LOCKS WOULD NOT ENGAGE AND UNABLE TO DRIVE OR LEAVE THE VEHICLE IF THE DOORS ARE UNABLE TO ENGAGE. THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE MIRRORS FALLING/...

Feb 17, 2020 Visibility/wiper 198,000 mi

THE PROBLEMS INCLUDE DOOR LATCHES QUIT WORKING AND UNABLE TO SECURE DOORS WHEN VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, DOORS COULD LATCH BUT UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE THE LOCKS WOULD NOT ENGAGE AND UNABLE TO DRIVE OR LEAVE THE VEHICLE IF THE DOORS ARE UNABLE TO ENGAGE. THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE MIRRORS FALLING/...

Feb 17, 2020 Unknown Or Other 198,000 mi

THE PROBLEMS INCLUDE DOOR LATCHES QUIT WORKING AND UNABLE TO SECURE DOORS WHEN VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, DOORS COULD LATCH BUT UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE THE LOCKS WOULD NOT ENGAGE AND UNABLE TO DRIVE OR LEAVE THE VEHICLE IF THE DOORS ARE UNABLE TO ENGAGE. THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE MIRRORS FALLING/...

Feb 17, 2020 Electrical System 198,000 mi

THE PROBLEMS INCLUDE DOOR LATCHES QUIT WORKING AND UNABLE TO SECURE DOORS WHEN VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, DOORS COULD LATCH BUT UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE THE LOCKS WOULD NOT ENGAGE AND UNABLE TO DRIVE OR LEAVE THE VEHICLE IF THE DOORS ARE UNABLE TO ENGAGE. THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE MIRRORS FALLING/...

Feb 17, 2020 Visibility/wiper 198,000 mi

THE PROBLEMS INCLUDE DOOR LATCHES QUIT WORKING AND UNABLE TO SECURE DOORS WHEN VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, DOORS COULD LATCH BUT UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE THE LOCKS WOULD NOT ENGAGE AND UNABLE TO DRIVE OR LEAVE THE VEHICLE IF THE DOORS ARE UNABLE TO ENGAGE. THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE MIRRORS FALLING/...

Feb 17, 2020 Unknown Or Other 198,000 mi

THE PROBLEMS INCLUDE DOOR LATCHES QUIT WORKING AND UNABLE TO SECURE DOORS WHEN VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, DOORS COULD LATCH BUT UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE THE LOCKS WOULD NOT ENGAGE AND UNABLE TO DRIVE OR LEAVE THE VEHICLE IF THE DOORS ARE UNABLE TO ENGAGE. THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE MIRRORS FALLING/...

Jan 9, 2020 Engine 160,000 mi

HAVE HAD MULTIPLE OVERHEATING INCIDENTS WHILE DRIVING, WHICH COINCIDED WITH THE AIR CONDITIONER STOPPING WORKING. I THINK LEARNED OF VOLVO RECALL #09V218000 WHICH DESCRIBES EXACTLY THE FAILURE I'VE BEEN EXPERIENCING. I CONTACTED VOLVO CUSTOMER SERVICE, BUT THEY CLAIM THAT MY VIN DOES NOT FALL UNDER ...

Jan 9, 2020 Engine 160,000 mi

HAVE HAD MULTIPLE OVERHEATING INCIDENTS WHILE DRIVING, WHICH COINCIDED WITH THE AIR CONDITIONER STOPPING WORKING. I THINK LEARNED OF VOLVO RECALL #09V218000 WHICH DESCRIBES EXACTLY THE FAILURE I'VE BEEN EXPERIENCING. I CONTACTED VOLVO CUSTOMER SERVICE, BUT THEY CLAIM THAT MY VIN DOES NOT FALL UNDER ...

Apr 18, 2019 Visibility 165,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO CROSS COUNTRY WAGON. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED. THE GLASS PARTICLES PROJECTED UPWARD BECAUSE THE HEADLINER WAS CLOSED AND STRUCK THE WINDSHIELD OF THE VEHICLE TRAVELING BEHIND THE CONTACT. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER...

Apr 18, 2019 Visibility 165,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO CROSS COUNTRY WAGON. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED. THE GLASS PARTICLES PROJECTED UPWARD BECAUSE THE HEADLINER WAS CLOSED AND STRUCK THE WINDSHIELD OF THE VEHICLE TRAVELING BEHIND THE CONTACT. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER...

Apr 8, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 141,000 mi

PRIOR TO A 165 MILE ROAD TRIP THE FUEL GAUGE READ 1/4 TANK - 120 MILES TO EMPTY. I FILLED THE TANK TO FULL BEFORE HEADING OUT. AFTER REFUELING, I CLOSED THE GAS CAP BUT FORGOT TO SHUT THE FUEL DOOR. THE FUEL DOOR OPEN ERROR LIGHT CAME ON AND THE FUEL GAUGE STILL READ 1/4 TANK - 120 MILES TO EMPTY. I...

Apr 8, 2019 Unknown Or Other 141,000 mi

PRIOR TO A 165 MILE ROAD TRIP THE FUEL GAUGE READ 1/4 TANK - 120 MILES TO EMPTY. I FILLED THE TANK TO FULL BEFORE HEADING OUT. AFTER REFUELING, I CLOSED THE GAS CAP BUT FORGOT TO SHUT THE FUEL DOOR. THE FUEL DOOR OPEN ERROR LIGHT CAME ON AND THE FUEL GAUGE STILL READ 1/4 TANK - 120 MILES TO EMPTY. I...

Apr 8, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 141,000 mi

PRIOR TO A 165 MILE ROAD TRIP THE FUEL GAUGE READ 1/4 TANK - 120 MILES TO EMPTY. I FILLED THE TANK TO FULL BEFORE HEADING OUT. AFTER REFUELING, I CLOSED THE GAS CAP BUT FORGOT TO SHUT THE FUEL DOOR. THE FUEL DOOR OPEN ERROR LIGHT CAME ON AND THE FUEL GAUGE STILL READ 1/4 TANK - 120 MILES TO EMPTY. I...

Apr 8, 2019 Unknown Or Other 141,000 mi

PRIOR TO A 165 MILE ROAD TRIP THE FUEL GAUGE READ 1/4 TANK - 120 MILES TO EMPTY. I FILLED THE TANK TO FULL BEFORE HEADING OUT. AFTER REFUELING, I CLOSED THE GAS CAP BUT FORGOT TO SHUT THE FUEL DOOR. THE FUEL DOOR OPEN ERROR LIGHT CAME ON AND THE FUEL GAUGE STILL READ 1/4 TANK - 120 MILES TO EMPTY. I...

Apr 5, 2019 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

TRAVELING 7-10 MPH, BUSY RESIDENTIAL STREET IN LOU, KY, CAR SWERVED IN FRONT OF ME, APPLIED BRAKES, NOTHING HAPPENED. CHANGED TO RIGHT LANE, ATTEMPTED BRAKES, 2ND TIME, LOUD GRINDING NOISE, FROM REAR OF VEHICLE, NO BRAKING ACTION. PULLED VEHICLE TO FAR-RIGHT SIDE OF ROAD, PUT RED HAZARD LIGHTS ON, P...

Apr 5, 2019 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

TRAVELING 7-10 MPH, BUSY RESIDENTIAL STREET IN LOU, KY, CAR SWERVED IN FRONT OF ME, APPLIED BRAKES, NOTHING HAPPENED. CHANGED TO RIGHT LANE, ATTEMPTED BRAKES, 2ND TIME, LOUD GRINDING NOISE, FROM REAR OF VEHICLE, NO BRAKING ACTION. PULLED VEHICLE TO FAR-RIGHT SIDE OF ROAD, PUT RED HAZARD LIGHTS ON, P...

Mar 27, 2019 Service Brakes 132,000 mi

AUTO DEALERSHIP THAT SOLD THE VEHICLE HAD INSTALLED BRAKE PARTS, THAT WERE NONCOMPLIANT WITH FMVSS, WHICH CAUSED, SUDDEN AND COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE ON 12/1/2018, AND $2000.00 IN DAMAGES TO REPLACE ENTIRE REAR BRAKE SYSTEM. I WAS TRAVELING ON BUSY RESIDENTIAL STREET IN LOU, KY, 7-10MPH, NARROWLY A...

Mar 27, 2019 Service Brakes 132,000 mi

AUTO DEALERSHIP THAT SOLD THE VEHICLE HAD INSTALLED BRAKE PARTS, THAT WERE NONCOMPLIANT WITH FMVSS, WHICH CAUSED, SUDDEN AND COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE ON 12/1/2018, AND $2000.00 IN DAMAGES TO REPLACE ENTIRE REAR BRAKE SYSTEM. I WAS TRAVELING ON BUSY RESIDENTIAL STREET IN LOU, KY, 7-10MPH, NARROWLY A...

Aug 30, 2018 Engine 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HOT AIR BLEW FROM THE AIR VENTS WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING WAS ACTIVATED. ALSO, THE ENGINE OVERHEATED WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE FAN CONTROL MODULE NEEDED TO BE REP...

Aug 30, 2018 Engine 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HOT AIR BLEW FROM THE AIR VENTS WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING WAS ACTIVATED. ALSO, THE ENGINE OVERHEATED WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE FAN CONTROL MODULE NEEDED TO BE REP...

Jul 1, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 108,109 mi

HAD A FLAT TIRE, TOOK TO COSTCO FOR A NEW TIRE, COSTCO COULD NOT FIND RIM SIZE OR LOAD VERIFICATION ON THE PILLAR WHICH HAD ONLY THE WEIGHT OF PASSENGERS. THEY COULD NOT FIND WHAT SIZE TIRE THE ORIGINAL VEHICLE CAME WITH, STATED THE COMPUTER DOES NOT LIST THE SPEED RATING, THE VEHICLE LABEL DOES NOT...

Jul 1, 2018 Steering 108,109 mi

HAD A FLAT TIRE, TOOK TO COSTCO FOR A NEW TIRE, COSTCO COULD NOT FIND RIM SIZE OR LOAD VERIFICATION ON THE PILLAR WHICH HAD ONLY THE WEIGHT OF PASSENGERS. THEY COULD NOT FIND WHAT SIZE TIRE THE ORIGINAL VEHICLE CAME WITH, STATED THE COMPUTER DOES NOT LIST THE SPEED RATING, THE VEHICLE LABEL DOES NOT...

Jul 1, 2018 Wheels 108,109 mi

HAD A FLAT TIRE, TOOK TO COSTCO FOR A NEW TIRE, COSTCO COULD NOT FIND RIM SIZE OR LOAD VERIFICATION ON THE PILLAR WHICH HAD ONLY THE WEIGHT OF PASSENGERS. THEY COULD NOT FIND WHAT SIZE TIRE THE ORIGINAL VEHICLE CAME WITH, STATED THE COMPUTER DOES NOT LIST THE SPEED RATING, THE VEHICLE LABEL DOES NOT...

Jul 1, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control 108,109 mi

HAD A FLAT TIRE, TOOK TO COSTCO FOR A NEW TIRE, COSTCO COULD NOT FIND RIM SIZE OR LOAD VERIFICATION ON THE PILLAR WHICH HAD ONLY THE WEIGHT OF PASSENGERS. THEY COULD NOT FIND WHAT SIZE TIRE THE ORIGINAL VEHICLE CAME WITH, STATED THE COMPUTER DOES NOT LIST THE SPEED RATING, THE VEHICLE LABEL DOES NOT...

Jul 1, 2018 Steering 108,109 mi

HAD A FLAT TIRE, TOOK TO COSTCO FOR A NEW TIRE, COSTCO COULD NOT FIND RIM SIZE OR LOAD VERIFICATION ON THE PILLAR WHICH HAD ONLY THE WEIGHT OF PASSENGERS. THEY COULD NOT FIND WHAT SIZE TIRE THE ORIGINAL VEHICLE CAME WITH, STATED THE COMPUTER DOES NOT LIST THE SPEED RATING, THE VEHICLE LABEL DOES NOT...

Jul 1, 2018 Wheels 108,109 mi

HAD A FLAT TIRE, TOOK TO COSTCO FOR A NEW TIRE, COSTCO COULD NOT FIND RIM SIZE OR LOAD VERIFICATION ON THE PILLAR WHICH HAD ONLY THE WEIGHT OF PASSENGERS. THEY COULD NOT FIND WHAT SIZE TIRE THE ORIGINAL VEHICLE CAME WITH, STATED THE COMPUTER DOES NOT LIST THE SPEED RATING, THE VEHICLE LABEL DOES NOT...

Feb 15, 2018 Air Bags 114,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO XC70. WHILE DRIVING UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE "SRS URGENT NEEDS SERVICE" INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED A LOCAL DEALER (PORTLAND VOLVO CARS, LOCATED AT 9 US ROUTE 1, SCARBOROUGH, ME 04074) AND WAS INFORMED TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOS...

Feb 15, 2018 Air Bags 114,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO XC70. WHILE DRIVING UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE "SRS URGENT NEEDS SERVICE" INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED A LOCAL DEALER (PORTLAND VOLVO CARS, LOCATED AT 9 US ROUTE 1, SCARBOROUGH, ME 04074) AND WAS INFORMED TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOS...

Jul 21, 2017 Unknown Or Other

TAILGATE LOCK WONT WORK SEEMS LIKE THE PIECE THAT SHOULD ENGAGE WITH THE PIECE ON THE FLOOR IS NOT

Jul 21, 2017 Unknown Or Other

TAILGATE LOCK WONT WORK SEEMS LIKE THE PIECE THAT SHOULD ENGAGE WITH THE PIECE ON THE FLOOR IS NOT

Dec 19, 2016 Electrical System 55,000 mi

AM RADIO QUIT WORKING SEVERAL YEARS AGO. I COMPLAINED TO VOLVO OF AMERICA AND I'VE LODGED A COMPLAINT PREVIOUSLY WITH NHTSA REGARDING THE SAFETY FACTOR WITH THE RADIO NOT LOCKING ONTO ANY AM STATION. IT IS MY CONCERN THAT IN THE EVENT OF A NATIONAL EMERGENCY I WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO RECEIVE THE ALERT....

Dec 19, 2016 Equipment 55,000 mi

AM RADIO QUIT WORKING SEVERAL YEARS AGO. I COMPLAINED TO VOLVO OF AMERICA AND I'VE LODGED A COMPLAINT PREVIOUSLY WITH NHTSA REGARDING THE SAFETY FACTOR WITH THE RADIO NOT LOCKING ONTO ANY AM STATION. IT IS MY CONCERN THAT IN THE EVENT OF A NATIONAL EMERGENCY I WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO RECEIVE THE ALERT....

Dec 19, 2016 Electrical System 55,000 mi

AM RADIO QUIT WORKING SEVERAL YEARS AGO. I COMPLAINED TO VOLVO OF AMERICA AND I'VE LODGED A COMPLAINT PREVIOUSLY WITH NHTSA REGARDING THE SAFETY FACTOR WITH THE RADIO NOT LOCKING ONTO ANY AM STATION. IT IS MY CONCERN THAT IN THE EVENT OF A NATIONAL EMERGENCY I WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO RECEIVE THE ALERT....

Dec 19, 2016 Equipment 55,000 mi

AM RADIO QUIT WORKING SEVERAL YEARS AGO. I COMPLAINED TO VOLVO OF AMERICA AND I'VE LODGED A COMPLAINT PREVIOUSLY WITH NHTSA REGARDING THE SAFETY FACTOR WITH THE RADIO NOT LOCKING ONTO ANY AM STATION. IT IS MY CONCERN THAT IN THE EVENT OF A NATIONAL EMERGENCY I WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO RECEIVE THE ALERT....

Aug 18, 2016 Engine 96,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO XC70. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AIR CONDITIONER FAILED AND SEVERAL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 09V218000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). T...

Aug 18, 2016 Engine 96,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO XC70. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AIR CONDITIONER FAILED AND SEVERAL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 09V218000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). T...

Apr 25, 2016 Tires

2008 VOLVO XC-70. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SENSORS CORROSION. *M THE CONSUMER STATED DURING A TIRE CHANGE, IT WAS DISCOVERED TWO VALVES WAS SEVERELY CORRODED. *JB *TR UPDATED 12/14/16.*JB

Apr 25, 2016 Tires

2008 VOLVO XC-70. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SENSORS CORROSION. *M THE CONSUMER STATED DURING A TIRE CHANGE, IT WAS DISCOVERED TWO VALVES WAS SEVERELY CORRODED. *JB *TR UPDATED 12/14/16.*JB

Apr 25, 2016 Tires

2008 VOLVO XC-70. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SENSORS CORROSION. *M THE CONSUMER STATED DURING A TIRE CHANGE, IT WAS DISCOVERED TWO VALVES WAS SEVERELY CORRODED. *JB *TR UPDATED 12/14/16.*JB

Apr 25, 2016 Tires

2008 VOLVO XC-70. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SENSORS CORROSION. *M THE CONSUMER STATED DURING A TIRE CHANGE, IT WAS DISCOVERED TWO VALVES WAS SEVERELY CORRODED. *JB *TR UPDATED 12/14/16.*JB

Mar 2, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 65,000 mi

DESPITE FUEL GAUGE READING OVER 1/4 TANK CAR STOPPED IN MIDDLE OF A HIGHWAY AND NEARLY CAUSED A COLLISION; THANKFULLY NO ONE HURT. DESPITE SERVICE BULLETINS ON THIS ISSUE WITH 2008XC70 NO RECALL EVER ISSUED. SEVERAL OTHERS HAVE REPORTED THIS ISSUE TO NHTSA, I BELIEVE A RECALL IS APPROPRIATE DUE T...

Mar 2, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 65,000 mi

DESPITE FUEL GAUGE READING OVER 1/4 TANK CAR STOPPED IN MIDDLE OF A HIGHWAY AND NEARLY CAUSED A COLLISION; THANKFULLY NO ONE HURT. DESPITE SERVICE BULLETINS ON THIS ISSUE WITH 2008XC70 NO RECALL EVER ISSUED. SEVERAL OTHERS HAVE REPORTED THIS ISSUE TO NHTSA, I BELIEVE A RECALL IS APPROPRIATE DUE T...

Sep 23, 2015 Seat Belts 78,000 mi

SEAT BELT BUCKLE (DRIVER'S SEAT) WILL NOT RELEASE UNDER TENSION (DANGEROUS AFTER AN ACCIDENT) METAL TAB MUST BE PUSHED INTO BUCKLE TO RELEASE AT ALL. DEALER SAID IT WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AS IT IS, AND NOT REPAIRABLE; DEALER REPLACED ENTIRE ASSEMBLY AT MY EXPENSE. NOW PASSENGER SIDE SEATBELT BUCKLE I...

Sep 23, 2015 Seat Belts 78,000 mi

SEAT BELT BUCKLE (DRIVER'S SEAT) WILL NOT RELEASE UNDER TENSION (DANGEROUS AFTER AN ACCIDENT) METAL TAB MUST BE PUSHED INTO BUCKLE TO RELEASE AT ALL. DEALER SAID IT WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AS IT IS, AND NOT REPAIRABLE; DEALER REPLACED ENTIRE ASSEMBLY AT MY EXPENSE. NOW PASSENGER SIDE SEATBELT BUCKLE I...

Aug 25, 2015 Wheels Crash 5,200 mi

ON OR ABOUT THE ABOVE CAPTION DATE. WHILE TRAVELING NORTH ON ST RT 219 (WEST SENECA NY) I INDICATOR ON THE CAR NOT LOW TIRE PRESSURE. WITHIN 1 MINUTE OF THIS NOTICE THE LEFT REAR TIRE OF THE CAR BLEW. UPON REPAIR IT WAS NOTED BY THE FACILITY THE CAUSE OF THE FAILER WAS THE TPMS SENSOR HAD CORRODED O...

Aug 25, 2015 Wheels Crash 5,200 mi

ON OR ABOUT THE ABOVE CAPTION DATE. WHILE TRAVELING NORTH ON ST RT 219 (WEST SENECA NY) I INDICATOR ON THE CAR NOT LOW TIRE PRESSURE. WITHIN 1 MINUTE OF THIS NOTICE THE LEFT REAR TIRE OF THE CAR BLEW. UPON REPAIR IT WAS NOTED BY THE FACILITY THE CAUSE OF THE FAILER WAS THE TPMS SENSOR HAD CORRODED O...

Oct 29, 2014 Equipment 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEREO FAILED TO ACTIVATE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED WAS CONCERNED THAT THE AM STATION FAILED TO ACTIVATE AND BECAME CONCERNED FOR HIS SAFETY BECAUSE HE WAS UNABLE TO RECEIVE SAFETY ALERTS. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. TH...

Oct 29, 2014 Equipment 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEREO FAILED TO ACTIVATE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED WAS CONCERNED THAT THE AM STATION FAILED TO ACTIVATE AND BECAME CONCERNED FOR HIS SAFETY BECAUSE HE WAS UNABLE TO RECEIVE SAFETY ALERTS. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. TH...

Sep 9, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 34,000 mi

IN MAR, 2010 WHILE IN HEAVY SLOW MOVING TRAFFIC, CAR STALLED. MILEAGE INDICATOR SHOWED 245 MILES TO EMPTY. CAR TOWED TO VOLVO DEALERSHIP AND IT WAS FOUND TANK WAS EMPTY AND FUEL SENSOR WAS NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. PROBLEM WAS SUPPOSEDLY FIXED UNDER WARRANTY. IN MAR, 2012 ON INTERSTATE IN DRIVIN...

Sep 9, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 34,000 mi

IN MAR, 2010 WHILE IN HEAVY SLOW MOVING TRAFFIC, CAR STALLED. MILEAGE INDICATOR SHOWED 245 MILES TO EMPTY. CAR TOWED TO VOLVO DEALERSHIP AND IT WAS FOUND TANK WAS EMPTY AND FUEL SENSOR WAS NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. PROBLEM WAS SUPPOSEDLY FIXED UNDER WARRANTY. IN MAR, 2012 ON INTERSTATE IN DRIVIN...

May 21, 2013 Air Bags 10,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE, A PROGRAMMING UPDATE WAS MADE TO THE AIR BAG SYSTEM. THE FAILURE RECURRED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER TWO MORE TIMES. THE MA...

May 21, 2013 Air Bags 10,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE, A PROGRAMMING UPDATE WAS MADE TO THE AIR BAG SYSTEM. THE FAILURE RECURRED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER TWO MORE TIMES. THE MA...

Oct 2, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System Crash

MY 2008 VOLVO XC70 SPONTANEOUSLY ACCELERATED AS I PREPARED TO PARK. THIS HAPPENED ON TWO OCCASIONS SO FAR, AND I AM FRIGHTENED TO GET BEHIND THE WHEEL AGAIN. THE EXPERIENCE IN BOTH CASES WAS ALMOST IDENTICAL. THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD SUDDENLY AS I SLOWED THE CAR TO PARK IT. IN BOTH CASES, MY FOOT WA...

Oct 2, 2012 Service Brakes Crash

MY 2008 VOLVO XC70 SPONTANEOUSLY ACCELERATED AS I PREPARED TO PARK. THIS HAPPENED ON TWO OCCASIONS SO FAR, AND I AM FRIGHTENED TO GET BEHIND THE WHEEL AGAIN. THE EXPERIENCE IN BOTH CASES WAS ALMOST IDENTICAL. THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD SUDDENLY AS I SLOWED THE CAR TO PARK IT. IN BOTH CASES, MY FOOT WA...

Oct 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

MY 2008 VOLVO XC70 SPONTANEOUSLY ACCELERATED AS I PREPARED TO PARK. THIS HAPPENED ON TWO OCCASIONS SO FAR, AND I AM FRIGHTENED TO GET BEHIND THE WHEEL AGAIN. THE EXPERIENCE IN BOTH CASES WAS ALMOST IDENTICAL. THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD SUDDENLY AS I SLOWED THE CAR TO PARK IT. IN BOTH CASES, MY FOOT WA...

Oct 2, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System Crash

MY 2008 VOLVO XC70 SPONTANEOUSLY ACCELERATED AS I PREPARED TO PARK. THIS HAPPENED ON TWO OCCASIONS SO FAR, AND I AM FRIGHTENED TO GET BEHIND THE WHEEL AGAIN. THE EXPERIENCE IN BOTH CASES WAS ALMOST IDENTICAL. THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD SUDDENLY AS I SLOWED THE CAR TO PARK IT. IN BOTH CASES, MY FOOT WA...

Oct 2, 2012 Service Brakes Crash

MY 2008 VOLVO XC70 SPONTANEOUSLY ACCELERATED AS I PREPARED TO PARK. THIS HAPPENED ON TWO OCCASIONS SO FAR, AND I AM FRIGHTENED TO GET BEHIND THE WHEEL AGAIN. THE EXPERIENCE IN BOTH CASES WAS ALMOST IDENTICAL. THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD SUDDENLY AS I SLOWED THE CAR TO PARK IT. IN BOTH CASES, MY FOOT WA...

Oct 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

MY 2008 VOLVO XC70 SPONTANEOUSLY ACCELERATED AS I PREPARED TO PARK. THIS HAPPENED ON TWO OCCASIONS SO FAR, AND I AM FRIGHTENED TO GET BEHIND THE WHEEL AGAIN. THE EXPERIENCE IN BOTH CASES WAS ALMOST IDENTICAL. THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD SUDDENLY AS I SLOWED THE CAR TO PARK IT. IN BOTH CASES, MY FOOT WA...

Feb 2, 2012 Air Bags 63,627 mi

SUBMITTING COMPLAINT BASED ON 2008 VOLVO XC70 RECALL #184/SRS SOFTWARE UPGRADE 2008 XC70. VOLVO CORP & LOCAL VOLVO DEALERSHIPS ARE UNABLE TO CONFIRM THE SPECIFIC VIN, MILEAGE, DATE COMPLETED, & PLACE OF SERVICING OF RECALL #184 ON MY VOLVO; SPECIFIC VIN COMPLETION DETAILS OF RECALL ARE NECESSARY FOR...

Feb 2, 2012 Electrical System 63,627 mi

SUBMITTING COMPLAINT BASED ON 2008 VOLVO XC70 RECALL #184/SRS SOFTWARE UPGRADE 2008 XC70. VOLVO CORP & LOCAL VOLVO DEALERSHIPS ARE UNABLE TO CONFIRM THE SPECIFIC VIN, MILEAGE, DATE COMPLETED, & PLACE OF SERVICING OF RECALL #184 ON MY VOLVO; SPECIFIC VIN COMPLETION DETAILS OF RECALL ARE NECESSARY FOR...

Feb 2, 2012 Exterior Lighting 63,627 mi

SUBMITTING COMPLAINT BASED ON 2008 VOLVO XC70 RECALL #184/SRS SOFTWARE UPGRADE 2008 XC70. VOLVO CORP & LOCAL VOLVO DEALERSHIPS ARE UNABLE TO CONFIRM THE SPECIFIC VIN, MILEAGE, DATE COMPLETED, & PLACE OF SERVICING OF RECALL #184 ON MY VOLVO; SPECIFIC VIN COMPLETION DETAILS OF RECALL ARE NECESSARY FOR...

Feb 2, 2012 Air Bags 63,627 mi

SUBMITTING COMPLAINT BASED ON 2008 VOLVO XC70 RECALL #184/SRS SOFTWARE UPGRADE 2008 XC70. VOLVO CORP & LOCAL VOLVO DEALERSHIPS ARE UNABLE TO CONFIRM THE SPECIFIC VIN, MILEAGE, DATE COMPLETED, & PLACE OF SERVICING OF RECALL #184 ON MY VOLVO; SPECIFIC VIN COMPLETION DETAILS OF RECALL ARE NECESSARY FOR...

Feb 2, 2012 Electrical System 63,627 mi

SUBMITTING COMPLAINT BASED ON 2008 VOLVO XC70 RECALL #184/SRS SOFTWARE UPGRADE 2008 XC70. VOLVO CORP & LOCAL VOLVO DEALERSHIPS ARE UNABLE TO CONFIRM THE SPECIFIC VIN, MILEAGE, DATE COMPLETED, & PLACE OF SERVICING OF RECALL #184 ON MY VOLVO; SPECIFIC VIN COMPLETION DETAILS OF RECALL ARE NECESSARY FOR...

Feb 2, 2012 Exterior Lighting 63,627 mi

SUBMITTING COMPLAINT BASED ON 2008 VOLVO XC70 RECALL #184/SRS SOFTWARE UPGRADE 2008 XC70. VOLVO CORP & LOCAL VOLVO DEALERSHIPS ARE UNABLE TO CONFIRM THE SPECIFIC VIN, MILEAGE, DATE COMPLETED, & PLACE OF SERVICING OF RECALL #184 ON MY VOLVO; SPECIFIC VIN COMPLETION DETAILS OF RECALL ARE NECESSARY FOR...

Jan 18, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 59,000 mi

FUEL GAUGE ERRATICALLY MOVES DOWNWARD INAPPROPRIATELY. SEEMS TO RESET WHEN CAR RESTARTED, BUT TOTALLY UNDEPENDABLE IN TERMS OF ACCURACY. AUTO IS 3.5 YEARS OLD BUT OUT OF WARRANTY AT 60K MI. DEALER RECOMMENDS NEW FUEL TANK (WHICH INCLUDES SENDING UNIT) AND FUEL PUMP. RECOMMENDED AGAINST USED PART...

Jan 18, 2012 Fuel System, Gasoline 59,000 mi

FUEL GAUGE ERRATICALLY MOVES DOWNWARD INAPPROPRIATELY. SEEMS TO RESET WHEN CAR RESTARTED, BUT TOTALLY UNDEPENDABLE IN TERMS OF ACCURACY. AUTO IS 3.5 YEARS OLD BUT OUT OF WARRANTY AT 60K MI. DEALER RECOMMENDS NEW FUEL TANK (WHICH INCLUDES SENDING UNIT) AND FUEL PUMP. RECOMMENDED AGAINST USED PART...

Jan 5, 2012 Electrical System 16,000 mi

BATTERY FAILURE CAUSED BY OPEN LOW CURRENT SHORT. IF VOLVO FOLLOWED MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS UPON ROUTINE MAINTENANCE INSPECTIONS INCLUSIVE OF ANY NON-ROUTINE ELECTRICAL FAULTS AND ATTEMPTED REPAIRS IN THESE YEARS IN QUESTION, AND IF VOLVO FOLLOWED PROPER MAINTENANCE REPAIR PROCEDURES, THIS UNKN...

Jan 5, 2012 Electrical System 16,000 mi

BATTERY FAILURE CAUSED BY OPEN LOW CURRENT SHORT. IF VOLVO FOLLOWED MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS UPON ROUTINE MAINTENANCE INSPECTIONS INCLUSIVE OF ANY NON-ROUTINE ELECTRICAL FAULTS AND ATTEMPTED REPAIRS IN THESE YEARS IN QUESTION, AND IF VOLVO FOLLOWED PROPER MAINTENANCE REPAIR PROCEDURES, THIS UNKN...

Dec 13, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ALONG WITH FUEL INDICATOR READING 1/4 - 1/2 TANK REMAINING, MY 2008 XC70 ENGINE COMPLETELY STALLS OUT. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE AND BOTH TIMES COULD HAVE BEEN POTENTIALLY VERY DANGEROUS. I AM SICKENED TO LEARN THERE IS A RECALL FOR THE 2011 MODEL (SOFTWARE CALIBRATION FOR THE FUEL CUT...

Dec 13, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ALONG WITH FUEL INDICATOR READING 1/4 - 1/2 TANK REMAINING, MY 2008 XC70 ENGINE COMPLETELY STALLS OUT. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE AND BOTH TIMES COULD HAVE BEEN POTENTIALLY VERY DANGEROUS. I AM SICKENED TO LEARN THERE IS A RECALL FOR THE 2011 MODEL (SOFTWARE CALIBRATION FOR THE FUEL CUT...

Apr 12, 2011 Suspension 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO XC70 CROSS-COUNTRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES PREMATURELY WORE AT 20,000 MILES. THE TIRES WERE REPLACED BUT HAD BECOME WORN AT 43,500 MILES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE TIRES WERE WEARING AS NORMAL. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED T...

Apr 12, 2011 Tires 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO XC70 CROSS-COUNTRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES PREMATURELY WORE AT 20,000 MILES. THE TIRES WERE REPLACED BUT HAD BECOME WORN AT 43,500 MILES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE TIRES WERE WEARING AS NORMAL. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED T...

Apr 12, 2011 Suspension 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO XC70 CROSS-COUNTRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES PREMATURELY WORE AT 20,000 MILES. THE TIRES WERE REPLACED BUT HAD BECOME WORN AT 43,500 MILES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE TIRES WERE WEARING AS NORMAL. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED T...

Apr 12, 2011 Tires 20,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO XC70 CROSS-COUNTRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES PREMATURELY WORE AT 20,000 MILES. THE TIRES WERE REPLACED BUT HAD BECOME WORN AT 43,500 MILES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE TIRES WERE WEARING AS NORMAL. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED T...

May 15, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 30,010 mi

A 2008 VOLVO XC70 WITH APPROXIMATELY 30,000 MILES STALLED WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 30 MPH. THE FUEL GAUGE INDICATED 1/4 TANK AND THE LOW FUEL INDICATOR ON THE DASH WAS NOT ON. THE VEHICLE HAD RUN OUT OF GAS. *TR

May 15, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 30,010 mi

A 2008 VOLVO XC70 WITH APPROXIMATELY 30,000 MILES STALLED WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 30 MPH. THE FUEL GAUGE INDICATED 1/4 TANK AND THE LOW FUEL INDICATOR ON THE DASH WAS NOT ON. THE VEHICLE HAD RUN OUT OF GAS. *TR

Apr 12, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 13,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE FUEL GAUGE DISPLAYED A QUARTER OF A TANK FULL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE VEHI...

Apr 12, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 13,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE FUEL GAUGE DISPLAYED A QUARTER OF A TANK FULL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE VEHI...

Oct 19, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 22,500 mi

2008 VOLVO XC70 ON ROAD TRIP TO COLLEGE ON I-75, STARTED SPUTTERING AND "CHECK ENGINE " LIGHT WENT ON. I EXITED AT NEAREST EXIT LAKE CITY, FL AND PARKED AND CALLED FOR ROAD SIDE ASSISTANCE. MY CAR WAS FLAT-BEDDED AND TAKEN TO OCALA VOLVO. FUEL SENSOR, FUEL TANK , FUEL PUMP ETC REPLACED. I HAD TO U...

Oct 19, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 22,500 mi

2008 VOLVO XC70 ON ROAD TRIP TO COLLEGE ON I-75, STARTED SPUTTERING AND "CHECK ENGINE " LIGHT WENT ON. I EXITED AT NEAREST EXIT LAKE CITY, FL AND PARKED AND CALLED FOR ROAD SIDE ASSISTANCE. MY CAR WAS FLAT-BEDDED AND TAKEN TO OCALA VOLVO. FUEL SENSOR, FUEL TANK , FUEL PUMP ETC REPLACED. I HAD TO U...

Sep 5, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 21,151 mi

MY VOLVO'S ENGINE STARTED TO SPUTTER THEN DIED AND LOST ALL POWER. THIS OCCURRED IN SECONDS AND LEFT MY TWO YOUNG CHILDREN AND I IN A VERY DANGEROUS, POTENTIALLY DEADLY TRAFFIC SITUATION. MY GAS GAUGE READ 150 MILES WORTH OF GAS LEFT IN GAS TANK. THE VOLVO WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE IT WA...

Sep 5, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 21,151 mi

MY VOLVO'S ENGINE STARTED TO SPUTTER THEN DIED AND LOST ALL POWER. THIS OCCURRED IN SECONDS AND LEFT MY TWO YOUNG CHILDREN AND I IN A VERY DANGEROUS, POTENTIALLY DEADLY TRAFFIC SITUATION. MY GAS GAUGE READ 150 MILES WORTH OF GAS LEFT IN GAS TANK. THE VOLVO WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE IT WA...

Sep 5, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 21,151 mi

MY VOLVO'S ENGINE STARTED TO SPUTTER THEN DIED AND LOST ALL POWER. THIS OCCURRED IN SECONDS AND LEFT MY TWO YOUNG CHILDREN AND I IN A VERY DANGEROUS, POTENTIALLY DEADLY TRAFFIC SITUATION. MY GAS GAUGE READ 150 MILES WORTH OF GAS LEFT IN GAS TANK. THE VOLVO WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE IT WA...

Sep 5, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 21,151 mi

MY VOLVO'S ENGINE STARTED TO SPUTTER THEN DIED AND LOST ALL POWER. THIS OCCURRED IN SECONDS AND LEFT MY TWO YOUNG CHILDREN AND I IN A VERY DANGEROUS, POTENTIALLY DEADLY TRAFFIC SITUATION. MY GAS GAUGE READ 150 MILES WORTH OF GAS LEFT IN GAS TANK. THE VOLVO WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE IT WA...

Mar 28, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 29,000 mi

RAPID LOSS OF POWER IN FAST LANE ON BUSY HIGHWAY. TWO INCIDENTS. FIRST TIME, GAUGE SAID 90 MILES TO EMPTY. SECOND TIME, 125 MILES TO EMPTY. NO INDICATION OF QUESTIONABLE LOW FUEL. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. LUCKILY BOTH TIMES WAS ABLE TO GET PAST SEMI'S, AS VEHICLE LOST POWER TOTALLY IN LESS ...

Mar 28, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 29,000 mi

RAPID LOSS OF POWER IN FAST LANE ON BUSY HIGHWAY. TWO INCIDENTS. FIRST TIME, GAUGE SAID 90 MILES TO EMPTY. SECOND TIME, 125 MILES TO EMPTY. NO INDICATION OF QUESTIONABLE LOW FUEL. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. LUCKILY BOTH TIMES WAS ABLE TO GET PAST SEMI'S, AS VEHICLE LOST POWER TOTALLY IN LESS ...

Sep 26, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline

2008 VOLVO XC70 HAD A DEFECTIVE FUEL TANK. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS DEFECTIVE BECAUSE IT REGISTERED A HALF TANK OF FUEL ON THE GAUGE, BUT THE VEHICLE RAN OUT OF GAS. *NJ

Sep 26, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline

2008 VOLVO XC70 HAD A DEFECTIVE FUEL TANK. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS DEFECTIVE BECAUSE IT REGISTERED A HALF TANK OF FUEL ON THE GAUGE, BUT THE VEHICLE RAN OUT OF GAS. *NJ

Aug 4, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 5,800 mi

TRAVELING ON A BUSY EXPWAY DURING RUSH HOUR IN LEFT LANE WHEN CAR STARTED BUCKING. I WAS ABLE TO SWITCH 2 LANES AND ALMOST MADE IT TO THE SHOULDER WHEN THE CAR STOPPED AND WOULDN'T START AGAIN. CAR INFORMATION SYSTEM REPORTED THAT THE BATTERY POWER WAS CRITICALLY LOW. I PUT MY HAZARD LIGHTS ON AN...

Aug 4, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 5,800 mi

TRAVELING ON A BUSY EXPWAY DURING RUSH HOUR IN LEFT LANE WHEN CAR STARTED BUCKING. I WAS ABLE TO SWITCH 2 LANES AND ALMOST MADE IT TO THE SHOULDER WHEN THE CAR STOPPED AND WOULDN'T START AGAIN. CAR INFORMATION SYSTEM REPORTED THAT THE BATTERY POWER WAS CRITICALLY LOW. I PUT MY HAZARD LIGHTS ON AN...

Dec 10, 2007 Air Bags

WE BOUGHT OUR VOLVO ON OCT. 22, 2007, AND THE DAY THAT WE BOUGHT IT, THE AIRBAG LIGHT WENT ON. WE HAD TRAVELED TO VERMONT FROM MASSACHUSETTS WHERE WE BOUGHT THE CAR. WE CALLED OUR SALES REP FROM WHOM WE BOUGHT THE CAR TO SEE IF WE COULD STILL DRIVE THE CAR SAFELY. HE SAID WE NEEDED TO BRING IT IN...

Dec 10, 2007 Air Bags

WE BOUGHT OUR VOLVO ON OCT. 22, 2007, AND THE DAY THAT WE BOUGHT IT, THE AIRBAG LIGHT WENT ON. WE HAD TRAVELED TO VERMONT FROM MASSACHUSETTS WHERE WE BOUGHT THE CAR. WE CALLED OUR SALES REP FROM WHOM WE BOUGHT THE CAR TO SEE IF WE COULD STILL DRIVE THE CAR SAFELY. HE SAID WE NEEDED TO BRING IT IN...