Model year guide

2002 Volvo XC

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Volvo XC is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 25 on record.

2002 Volvo XC — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2002 Volvo XC at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Typical price$2,078

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

2002 Volvo XC recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2002 Volvo XC.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 13 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.

What's a 2002 Volvo XC worth?

Low
$1,000
Typical price
$2,078
High
$3,300

From 25 comparable 2002 Volvo XC listings.

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 163

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 163.

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 XC70. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2002 Volvo XC trims & engines on record

Trims
Base

2002 Volvo XC vehicles on record

2002 Volvo XC — frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Volvo XC have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2002 Volvo XC. 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.

How much is a 2002 Volvo XC worth?

Comparable 2002 Volvo XC listings run roughly $1,000–$3,300, typically around $2,078 (from 25 vehicles).

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