When driving in the city or on the freeway vehicle would bottom out if the pavement has cracks/bumps or holes in it. Took to dealership & mechanic indicated problem due to poor design. Also, due to being in an accident. Owner never been in an accident to cause this type of problem.*ak the owner says vehicle would not bottom out because it was built too low.
The worst 1997 Volvo V70 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
- Suspension1
Problems by type
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- Electrical1
- Suspension1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Passenger compartment fires
PE02029
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Volvo V70 39
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Complimentary upgrade C00009 description.
- Rubber cushion
- The Deutronic DBL-1200 is an advanced battery maintainer/charger with the flexibility to be updated as...
- ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
- Vida qr
- Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
- Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
- This is a service product journal : the previously reported issue with vida 2015 and battery testing has...
- Bulletin describing how to correct condition of oil leakage occurring at one or more of the oil pump...
- Subject regarding engine management system service manual TP2321201. tt
What 1997 Volvo V70 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Consumer was driving saw white smoke. Later, the consumer was driving at 20 MPH when she smelled smoke, and saw flames coming from the vehicle, and next the driver's seat was on fire.
Request for new car assessment program ratings information.
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Questions about the 1997 Volvo V70
Is the 1997 Volvo V70 reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1997 Volvo V70, fewer than a typical V70 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Volvo V70?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Volvo V70 have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Volvo V70 have the most electrical problems?
The Volvo V70 model years with the most electrical complaints are 1999 (43 complaints), 2001 (30 complaints) and 2000 (18 complaints).
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