1.9

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
88,000 miles

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problem #2

Jul 152014

XC70 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 70,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Volvo XC70. The contact stated that the all wheel drive failed to function. The contact was concerned that the failure could cause a crash during inclement weather. In addition, while in a ditch, the vehicle was difficult to exit and was damaged while attempting to get the vehicle out. The vehicle was taken to an unknown local dealer located in Santa Fe, New Mexico where the cause of the failure was unable to be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000. Updated 11/06/17 consumer stated weight sensor in seat turns on air bag light that flares our of elctronic rear view mirror that didn't work either. Updated 7/18/18

- Cambridge, MA, USA

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problem #1

Mar 082014

XC70 5-cyl

  • 106,000 miles
When reversing out of our garage first thing in the morning, brakes were nearly inoperative and required an additional 10-15 feet of stopping distance. Unable to depress the brake (hard brake). I almost ran into a tree and hit my dog. Dealer diagnosed as a faulty brake vacuum pump switch and brake vacuum. Scariest thing I have ever had happen. Luckily, no one was hurt as we were in a large driveway and my husband was able to get the dog out of the way. Thank goodness we had the extra space. If this had been in a parking lot, I would have hit another car or hit a person without question. There was a recall for earlier model Volvo (S40 & V40) and should be for any Volvo vehicles with the same switch/brake vacuum before someone is injured severely or worse, killed. Volvo is founded on the safety on their vehicles and should stand behind this issue 110%.

- Englewood, CO, USA

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