4.5

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
24,833 miles

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problem #3

Aug 262003

S70

  • 74,500 miles
While braking, the vehicle vibrated. Took vehicle to dealership and the mechanic indicated there was a crack in the brake master cylinder. The ABS light illuminated, the oxygen sensor was replaced, the vacuum line was replaced, the upper torque arm bushing broke, the door locking system broke, the inside door panel came apart.

- Dallas, TX, USA

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problem #2

Jan 092002

S70

  • miles
I am reporting this incident, since the repair shop told me that it is third such failure that they have repaired on Volvo S70's in the last two weeks. No safety defect listed in summary.

- State College, PA, USA

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problem #1

May 181999

S70

  • miles
Intake vent port blew out, also, lost braking.

- Medina, OH, USA

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