Model year guide

2005 Volvo V70

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Volvo V70 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 7 on record.

2005 Volvo V70 at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints21
Typical price$3,857

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2005 Volvo V70 recalls 4

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #21V800000 · 14/10/2021

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.

Fix: 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.

Equipment:electrical:navigational System(global Positioning System) NHTSA Campaign #10V566000 · 08/11/2010

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.

Fix: 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 …

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.

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #06V375000 · 03/10/2006

CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THE LABEL DENOTING THE TIRE AND LOADING PRESSURE INFORMATION IS INCORRECT.

Fix: DEALERS WILL MAIL THE CORRECT LABELS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2005 Volvo V70 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Air Bags
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.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

What's a 2005 Volvo V70 worth?

Low
$1,700
Typical price
$3,857
High
$6,700

From 7 comparable 2005 Volvo V70 listings.

2005 Volvo V70 trims & engines on record

Trims
2.4 · R · 2.5T
Engines
2.4L 5-cyl

2005 Volvo V70 vehicles on record

2005 Volvo V70 2.4YV1SW612551512195 2005 Volvo V70 2005 Volvo V70 RYV1SJ527X52511685 2005 Volvo V70 2005 Volvo V70 2.4YV1SW612052461151 2005 Volvo V70 2005 Volvo V70 2.5TYV1SW592052512890 2005 Volvo V70 2005 Volvo V70 RYV1SJ527152472565 2005 Volvo V70 2.5TYV1SW592452512830 2005 Volvo V70 2005 Volvo V70 2.4YV1SW612852461298

Other Volvo V70 model years

2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998

2005 Volvo V70 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Volvo V70 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2005 Volvo V70. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Volvo V70?

Based on 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, fuel system, air bags.

How much is a 2005 Volvo V70 worth?

Comparable 2005 Volvo V70 listings run roughly $1,700–$6,700, typically around $3,857 (from 7 vehicles).

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