2007 Volvo XC70 Base
YV4SZ592171279590
Vehicle history report for the 2007 Volvo XC70 Base (VIN YV4SZ592171279590). Black, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv]. 101,570 mi reported. Registered in Pa. 2 open safety recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Safety recalls 2
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2007 V70 and XC70 vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10136.
NHTSA Campaign #21V800000 · 14/10/2021EQUIPMENT: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.
Remedy: VOLVO ADVISES OWNERS TO PLEASE STOP USING THE GARMIN PORTABLE GPS DEVICE IMMEDIATELY, AND VISIT THE GARMIN WEBSITE TO DETERMINE IF THEIR UNIT IS AFFECTED. THE UNIT'S BATTERY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW BATTERY AND A SPACER WILL BE INSERTED ON TOP OF THE BATTERY NEXT TO THE PCB. THIS SERVICE WILL B
NHTSA Campaign #10V566000 · 08/11/2010We'll email you the moment a new safety recall is issued — no spam, unsubscribe any time.
Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Volvo XC70, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
🔍 Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 24
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2007 Volvo XC70.
AIR BAGS
The driver airbag has been under recall per letter dated 12/14/21, NHTSA RECALL #21V-800 We scheduled initial repair with dealer upon receipt of notice last December, however, this has not been accomplished and as of 9/23/22 as we are continually told the part needed remains on backorder. We had contacted Volvo directly on 3/31/22 and they stated the deale…
NHTSA ODI #11486006ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SEAT BELTS
Transmission issues, shifting, stop bump. Headlight issues wiring and hid ballast. Engine Evap work done. Back drivers side seat belt locking mechanism faulty. Knocking clinging under carriage in suspension areas.
NHTSA ODI #11471592AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2007 Volvo XC70. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V800000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the is…
NHTSA ODI #11461268AIR BAGS
2007 VOLVO XC-70. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO NHTSA SAFETY RECALL 21V-800. THE CONSUMER STATED THERE WERE NO VOLVO DEALERSHIPS WITHIN A REASONABLE DISTANCE TO PERFORM THE REPAIR. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED TO HAVE THE NECESSARY PARTS SENT TO A LOCAL AUTOMOTIVE SHOP.
NHTSA ODI #11458709SEAT BELTS
FRONT SEATBELT STUCK IN THE RETRACTED POSITION AND THEREFORE THE SEATBELT CANNOT BE USED. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN THE DEFECT WAS DISCOVERED.
NHTSA ODI #11377783FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
STARTED MY CAR IN THE MORNING AND IT SOUNDED NORMAL (IT HAD DRIVEN PERFECTLY NORMAL THE DAY BEFORE). WHEN I TRIED TO BACK OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, IT HAD NO POWER IN REVERSE AND BARELY CREPT ONTO THE ROAD. WHEN I PUT IT INTO DRIVE, IT HAD NO POWER EITHER-ONLY CRAWLED VERY SLOWLY. WHEN I PUT IT INTO MANUAL DRIVE, IT WENT NORMALLY. BACK INTO AUTOMATIC AND IT W…
NHTSA ODI #11173301SUSPENSION
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLVO XC70. WHILE SITTING IN THE IDLE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FELT LOW. UPON DRIVING A HALF MILE DOWN THE ROAD, THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE COLLAPSED ON TOP OF THE WHEELS. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR COIL SPRING FAILED …
NHTSA ODI #11120709POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES,BACK OVER PREVENTION
TL* 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 DEA…
NHTSA ODI #11024233+ 16 more complaints on record.





