Tl* the contact owns a 2003 volvo c70. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced intermittent failures while starting and driving the vehicle. The contact stated that in warmer weather, the gear shifter failed to shift as designed. The vehicle was taken to leikin motor companies (38750 mentor ave #1, willoughby, oh 44094), to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the transmission and ignition needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000. The VIN was not available.
The worst 2003 Volvo C70 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical3
- Engine2
- Transmission2
- Lights1
- Steering1
Problems by type
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- Electrical3
- Engine2
- Transmission2
- Lights1
- Steering1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Volvo C70 160
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This is a TJ text only
- This is a Technical Journal
- This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application
- Volvo Cars USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation has decided to launch...
- This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle/Connectivity report checklist
- Information about valid Software partnumbers to order and download Software for "PDS" Pre-Delivery Service
- This is a Technical Journal: 12V Battery Testing Method
- Complimentary upgrade C00009 description.
- Rubber cushion
- Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information – August 2022; Improvement List (Change Log)
2003 Volvo C70 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 5‑cyl | FWD | 17-18 | 24 | 20 |
| 2.4L 5‑cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 20 |
What 2003 Volvo C70 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The key won't turn for the ignition. This is a known problem with the dealership but volvo won't recognize the problem. The cost to fix this at the dealership is approx 800 dollars. My fear is that this problem will leave u stranded and more importantly I fear this will progress and lock the steering wheel while you are driving.
2003 c70 conv. Car battery goes dead multiple times. Changed battery and it continues to happen. Detailed check discovered a short in the passenger sun visor. Plastic pivot shaft has torqued off and caused a short in the wires embedded in the shaft that power the visor light. Replacement sun visor costs around $200 and the weak shaft is the same, so failure will most likely happen again. Shaft needs to be redesigned to allow for greater torque when lowering the sun visor. Removal of the bulb in the affected visor eliminated the battery drain. Potential fire hazard.
Transmission/radiator failure. Coolants mixing with each other and causing transmission to slip in and out of gear at lower speeds. Dealer says $5000.00 to repair/replace both tranny and radiator. I had taken my 2003 volvo c-70 convertible in 6 months prior complaining of a low whirring noise which they could not detect or would not detect. I asked about warranty/or secret warranty and they said there were none and that volvo wouldn't pay for repair, they also stated that this has been happening quite a bit. Consumers are footing the bill for this manufacture defect.
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Questions about the 2003 Volvo C70
Is the 2003 Volvo C70 reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2003 Volvo C70, fewer than a typical C70 model year.
What is the 2003 Volvo C70 year score?
The 2003 Volvo C70 scores 89 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Volvo C70: 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 2003 Volvo C70?
Electrical system, with 3 complaints. Next is engine (2).
How many recalls does the 2003 Volvo C70 have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 2003 Volvo C70 get?
Official estimates for the 2003 Volvo C70 range from 20 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.3L 5-cyl, FWD) gets 17-18 city and 24 highway.
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