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Volvo C70 recalls

DVSA has published 13 safety recalls that name the Volvo C70 since 1999, 0 of them since 2020. Between them they cover at least 122,247 UK vehicles of this model.

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All Volvo C70 recalls, newest first

  1. C30, C70, S40, V50 · fluid may leak into wiring harness which may cause fire

    1 Dec 2011 · R/2011/163

    A number of Volvo C30S40V50 and C70 may experience a problem with washer fluid leaking inside the washer pump unit through the wires into the central control electronic module. This can impact on a number of different features of the vehicle but in the worst case it may lead to a fire.

    Fix: The solution is to replace and then modify the wiring harness for the washer fluid pump. In addition to this the washer pump connector will be inspected for any signs of corrosion and the washer pump will be replaced if necessary

    53,203 vehicles

  2. C30, C70, S40, V50 · clutch pedal mechanism may fail

    7 Sep 2011 · R/2011/127

    The rod connecting the clutch master cylinder and the clutch pedal may break. It may not be possible to disengage the clutch. In worst cases this may happen suddenly with no warning to the driver. If this happens bring the car to a safe stop using the engine and switch off the ignition.

    Fix: Replace clutch master cylinder with a new metal push rod in-place of the plastic one.

    35,587 vehicles

  3. C30, C70, S40, S80, V50, V70, XC60, XC70, XC90 · gearbox may jam

    11 Jun 2010 · R/2010/071

    A section of the gear shift mechanism may over time become loose and cause the mechanism to become jammed. If this was to occur it might not be possible to change gear or select neutral.

    Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check that the ball joint for the gear selector is properly secured.

    6,961 vehicles

  4. C30, C70, S40, S80, V50, V70, XC60, XC70 · engine speed may not decrease

    12 May 2010 · R/2010/051

    The engine oil level may rise. This situation may lead to the engine speed being maintained or possibly increased after the throttle pedal is released. In an extreme situation the engine may continue to run after it has been switched off.

    Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and carry out a ECM software upgrade adjust engine oil level and install a decal to confirm oil level to the consumer.

    20,204 vehicles

  5. C30, C70, S40, V50, V70 · gearbox may not engage or shift gears as intended

    21 Dec 2009 · R/2009/155

    It has been identified that due to internal leakage the gearbox hydraulic control module may not be able to engage or shift gears as intended.

    Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the gearbox replaced.

    42 vehicles

  6. C30, C70, S40, S80, V50, V70 · brakes may not perform adequately

    8 May 2009 · R/2009/052

    Brake assistance from the vacuum pressure pump may be reduced under certain cold start conditions. The brakes will still function but more pressure on the pedal will be required than normal.

    Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the non-return valve in the vacuum pump.

    2,004 vehicles

  7. C30, C70, S40, V50 · power steering pipe may leak.

    17 Jul 2008 · R/2008/112

    It has been established that the material in the power steering return line hose has not been manufactured to specification.

    Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the hose inspected and replaced as necessary.

    3 vehicles

  8. C30, C70, S40, V50 · reduced braking performance

    5 Mar 2008 · R/2008/040

    It has been identified that internal leakage of the brake master cylinder could occur. Should this be the case the driver may experience reduced braking performance whilst applying and maintaining force on the brake pedal.

    Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the brake master cylinder inspected and possibly replaced. At the same time the brake fluid reservoir will be checked and the affected pipes cleansed.

    2 vehicles

  9. C70 · left door handle may not perform in a collision

    21 May 2007 · R/2007/093

    The left hand door handle cable might have been incorrectly assembled. This may allow the door to become unlatched in certain side collision scenarios

    Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to adjust the door handle cables.

    1,111 vehicles

  10. C70 · weight information label has been supplied with incorrect information

    22 Jan 2007 · R/2007/005

    On subject vehicles it has been identified that the wrong information has been given on the product label in respect of the maximum permitted front axle weight.

    Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the label (which is a legal requirement) replaced.

    181 vehicles

  11. C70 · side impact protection system concern

    29 Aug 2000 · R/2002/122

    Transposed wiring in the side impact protection system (SIPS) may result in deployment of the air bag opposite to the side of an impact.

    Fix: Check the electrical wiring connections of the SIPS installation and correct any which are found to be transposed.

    2,511 vehicles

  12. C70 · passenger side air bag may inadvertently deploy

    13 Oct 1999 · R/1999/092

    Possibility that passenger side air bag may be sensitive to electrostatic discharge and may inadvertently deploy.

    Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit an additional grounding wire to electrical system.

    240 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1997 to 31 Dec 1998

  13. C70 · headlamps may fail to operate

    13 Oct 1999 · R/1999/091

    The master lighting switch on the instrument panel may cease functioning. In such cases the headlamps may fail to operate.

    Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace switch with quality assured unit.

    198 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1997 to 31 Dec 1998

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Source: DVSA recalls register, check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk, copy dated 6 Sep 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. A recall is listed here when DVSA names this model in it; the build dates on each recall say which cars it covers, and a registration check confirms your own.