Model year guide

2001 Volvo C70

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2001 Volvo C70 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 9 on record.

2001 Volvo C70 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2001 Volvo C70 at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints9
Typical price$1,900

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2001 Volvo C70 recalls 3

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder NHTSA Campaign #07E023000 · 29/03/2007

CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAIL AND LEAK BRAKE FLUID.

Fix: CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.

Vehicle Speed Control NHTSA Campaign #06V441000 · manufacturer #R155 · 15/11/2006

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A COMBINATION OF THROTTLE POSITIONING SENSOR IRREGULARITIES, A DIRTY THROTTLE HOUSING, AND/OR INEFFICIENT SOFTWARE CALIBRATION MAY CAUSE A WARNING LAMP TO LIGHT AND THE SUBSEQUENT ONSET OF LIMP HOME MODES.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE CURRENT SOFTWARE UPGRADE ONTO THE INVOLVED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.

Exterior Lighting:turn Signal NHTSA Campaign #00V405000 · manufacturer #101 · 06/12/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THERE COULD BE INADEQUATE CONTACT BETWEEN THE BULB AND SOCKET WHICH COULD CAUSE THE FRONT TURN SIGNAL NOT TO FUNCTION AS DESIGNED.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT TURN SIGNAL BULB AND SOCKET.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2001 Volvo C70 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

What's a 2001 Volvo C70 worth?

Low
$1,000
Typical price
$1,900
High
$4,200

From 5 comparable 2001 Volvo C70 listings.

Dimensions & weight

Length
185.8 in
Width
71.7 in
Height
55.5–56.3 in
Wheelbase
104.7 in
Curb weight
3,199–3,448 lb
Front track
59.8 in
Rear track
59.8 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2001 Volvo C70 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

THROTTLE CONTROL MALFUNCTION Closed

PE05-041 WAS OPENED ON JULY, 26, 2005, BASED ON 136 CONSUMER COMPLAINTS TO ODI ALLEGING THROTTLE CONTROL MALFUNCTIONS IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES. ODI HAS NOW RECEIVED 591 COMPLAINTS OF ETM FAILURES WHICH ALLEGE SYMPTOMS WITH POTENTIAL SAFETY RELATED CONSEQUENCES. THESE INCLUDE ALLEGATIONS OF ENGINE STALL, VEHICLE SURGING FORWARD WITHOUT ACCELERATOR INPUT, VEHICLE HESITATION UPON ACCELERATION AND SUDDEN AND UNEXPECTED TR…

NHTSA #PE05041 · Vehicle Speed Control · opened Jul 2005 · closed Dec 2005

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 174

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 174.

This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a remote session: • Connect a suitable battery maintainer/charger and verify that the battery voltage indicated in VIDA is between 12.5V and 14.9V. • Connect to the vehicle over…

Bulletin 8501 · Exterior Lighting · Apr 2025

Volvo Cars USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation has decided to launch Service Action S10303 on certain model year 2025 EX90 vehicles. Volvo Car Investigations have identified that there is a pairing issue with the key fob. As…

Bulletin S10303 · Feb 2025

Volvo Cars USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation has decided to launch Service Action S10303 on certain model year 2025 EX90 vehicles. Volvo Car Investigations have identified that there is a pairing issue with the key fob. As…

Bulletin S10303 · Feb 2025

This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a remote session: • Connect a suitable battery maintainer/charger and verify that the battery voltage indicated in VIDA is between 12.5V and 14.9V. • Connect to the vehicle over…

Bulletin 8501 · Exterior Lighting · Jan 2025

This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle/Connectivity report checklist. To provide timely and high-quality feedback to the appropriate department or factory

Bulletin 37175 · Jan 2025

Information about valid Software partnumbers to order and download Software for "PDS" Pre-Delivery Service

Bulletin TJ27536.21.1-2024-08-07 · Electrical System · Aug 2024

This is a Technical Journal: 12V Battery Testing Method

Bulletin 26745.13.14 · Electrical System · Jan 2024

COMPLIMENTARY UPGRADE C00009 DESCRIPTION.

Bulletin C00009 · Electronic Stability Control (esc) · Jul 2023

Rubber cushion

Bulletin TJ3656330 · Jun 2023

Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information â?? August 2022; Improvement List (Change Log) - US21+OBD22 (13L VGT, TC) And US17+OBD22 (11L) Emissions

Bulletin CBR-2201 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Aug 2022

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the C70. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 2

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2001 Volvo C70. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Other

On certain vehicles, a combination of throttle position sensor (TPS) irregularities, a dirty throttle housing, and/or inefficient software calibration, may cause a warning lamp to illuminate and the subsequent onset of "limp home" mode. Correction: Dealers will install an electronic throttle system software upgrade in both the electronic throttle module (ETM) and the engine con…

Transport Canada #2006311 · Nov 2006

Lights And Instruments

On certain Volvo C70, C70 convertible, C70 coupe, S70 and V70, inadequate contact between the bulb and socket could cause the front turn signal not to function as designed. This would fail to warn an approaching driver that the vehicle is turning and could lead to a crash. Correction: Dealers will replace the left and right front turn signal bulb and socket.

Transport Canada #2001101 · May 2001

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Volvo C70

The Volvo C70 is a two-door car which was manufactured and marketed by Volvo Cars from 1996 to 2013 across two generations.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2001 Volvo C70 trims & engines on record

Trims
HT
Engines
2.3L 5-cyl

2001 Volvo C70 vehicles on record

2001 Volvo C70 2001 Volvo C70 HTYV1NC53DX1J016866 2001 Volvo C70 2001 Volvo C70 HTYV1NC53D71J020017 2001 Volvo C70 2001 Volvo C70 HTYV1NK53D11J028312 2001 Volvo C70 2001 Volvo C70 HTYV1NK53D51J026045 2001 Volvo C70 2001 Volvo C70 HTYV1NC53D51J024471 2001 Volvo C70 2001 Volvo C70YV1NK53K91J027498 2001 Volvo C70 2001 Volvo C70YV1NK53D41J027221 2001 Volvo C70 2001 Volvo C70YV1704762D1033041 2001 Volvo C70 2001 Volvo C70YV1NK53D91J026176

Other Volvo C70 model years

2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2004 2003 2002 2000 1999 1998

2001 Volvo C70 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Volvo C70 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2001 Volvo C70. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Volvo C70?

Across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are vehicle speed control, tires, wheels.

How much is a 2001 Volvo C70 worth?

Comparable 2001 Volvo C70 listings run roughly $1,000–$4,200, typically around $1,900 (from 5 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.