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2002 Volvo C70 Convertible problems

The most common problem on the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible is acceleration and speed control. It has fewer complaints than a typical C70 Convertible model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
95/100
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
11
Worst area
Acceleration

The worst 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Acceleration
    1

Problems by type

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  • Acceleration
    1

Recalls 1

Vehicle speed controlReported November 15, 2006 · 170,099 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
This resulted in a high number of vehicles going into the limp home mode without need.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 06V441000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible 11

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 4, 2016 · Acceleration · 64,877 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo c70 convertible. While driving 25 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The electronic throttle control light illuminated. The failure occurred constantly. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 06v441000 (vehicle speed control). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 64,877.

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Questions about the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible

Is the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible, fewer than a typical C70 Convertible model year.

What is the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible year score?

The 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Volvo C70 Convertible: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible?

Acceleration and speed control, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible have?

1 recall, covering vehicle speed control.

Was there a recall on the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible acceleration?

Yes, 1 recall: 06V441000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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