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2005 Volvo V70 problems

The most common problem on the 2005 Volvo V70 is acceleration and speed control. Its complaint count is close to a typical V70 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
74/100
Owner complaints
21
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
203
Worst area
Acceleration
Fuel economy
18-22mpg

The worst 2005 Volvo V70 problems

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

  • Acceleration
    4
  • Fuel system
    4
  • Airbags
    3
  • Brakes
    3
  • Transmission
    3

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Acceleration
    4
  • Fuel system
    4
  • Airbags
    3
  • Brakes
    3
  • Transmission
    3
  • Engine
    2
  • Body
    1

Recalls 3

Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator moduleReported October 14, 2021 · 194,546 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 21V800000 · Recall details

Equipment: electrical: navigational system(global positioning system)Reported November 8, 2010 · 416 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (GPS) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
Risk
An overheated battery could lead to a fire.
Remedy
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 be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 18, 2010. Owners may contact garmin at 866‑957‑1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.

Recall number 10V566000 · Recall details

Equipment: other: labelsReported October 3, 2006 · 19,700 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
A misprinted label would lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 06V375000 · Recall details

See all 3 recalls for the 2005 Volvo V70

Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Volvo V70 203

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

See all 203 bulletins for the 2005 Volvo V70

2005 Volvo V70 fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.4L 5‑cylFWD17-1924-2720-22
2.5L 5‑cylFWD182722
2.5L 5‑cyl4WD16-1722-2418-20

What 2005 Volvo V70 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 31, 2022 · Airbags · CA

Volvo do not want to replace the recall airbag with the same original logo on the airbag. This logo is the “R” on the airbag. The airbag without the “R” is for a regular Volvo.

Filed Sep 17, 2015 · Acceleration · 124,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 volvo v70. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the throttle body modulator failed. The vehicle was repaired but the failure continued to occur. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who diagnosed that the fuel sensor gauge failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 124,000.

Filed Aug 28, 2014 · Fuel system · 81,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 volvo v70. While the vehicle was undergoing maintenance, it was discovered that the fuel lines were hanging and the plastic cover had detached. The dealer recommended replacing the fuel line cover. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 81,000. Updated 10/07/14*lj the consumer stated prior model years were recalled. Updated 3/24/2015

Filed Jul 14, 2014 · Fuel system · 109,000 miles · MA

Car stalls dies in traffic.

Filed Sep 7, 2012 · Brakes · 91,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 volvo v70. The contact stated that while traveling 35 MPH, the emergency brake engaged, causing the rear driver side wheel to seize. The vehicle was later towed to a private mechanic where it was confirmed that the parking brake failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileages were 91,000.

Filed Oct 20, 2011 · Transmission · 100,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 volvo v70. The contact stated that radiator fluid would leak into the transmission, causing the vehicle to jerk and perform sluggish. The dealer diagnosed that the contact would need a new transmission. The manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 103,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Mar 8, 2011 · Transmission · 100,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 volvo v70. The contact stated that the vehicle would exhibit a loud banging when changing gears while driving 25 MPH and above. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the dealer advised that the transmission fluid would need replacing and the computer would need a software upgrade. The dealer made the repairs but to no avail. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Oct 19, 2010 · Transmission · 79,000 miles · NJ

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 volvo v70. The contact stated that while at a complete stop she engaged the accelerator pedal; however, the vehicle hesitated and did not respond. The vehicle responded within a few minutes although the failure occurred seven additional times. The dealer was informed about the failure and stated that the vehicle needed a new transmission. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 79000. The current mileage was 85000.

Filed Sep 7, 2009 · Brakes · 34,900 miles · IA

Brake failure during slow-to-stop while moving vehicle into garage. Brakes went stiff with little braking action. Lifted and replanted on pedal regained braking ability.

Filed Aug 25, 2008 · Engine · 30,000 miles · CO

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 volvo v70r. The contact stated that his vehicle would lose power when accelerating. The acceleration would "drop out" and pick back up for a second or two. It appeared as if the brakes had been applied, but no brake lights would illuminate. As a result, other drivers could not be forewarned about the deceleration, potentially causing the risk for a crash. The failure occurred while driving 40 MPH or while accelerating to some extent. He took the vehicle to the dealer and they acknowledged the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v226000 (engine and engine cooling) for model years 2003-2004, but they would not assist because no codes appeared during the diagnostic. In addition, his model year was not included in the recall. The dealer stated that the 2005 model year was the same as the 2003 and 2004 years included in the recall. The current mileage was 42,000 and failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

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Questions about the 2005 Volvo V70

Is the 2005 Volvo V70 reliable?

Owners have filed 21 complaints about the 2005 Volvo V70, close to a typical V70 model year.

What is the 2005 Volvo V70 year score?

The 2005 Volvo V70 scores 74 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Volvo V70: 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 2005 Volvo V70?

Acceleration and speed control, with 4 complaints. Next is fuel system (4).

How many recalls does the 2005 Volvo V70 have?

3 recalls, covering air bags and equipment.

What year does the Volvo V70 have the most acceleration problems?

The Volvo V70 model years with the most acceleration complaints are 2001 (61 complaints), 1999 (53 complaints) and 2000 (23 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2005 Volvo V70 get?

Official estimates for the 2005 Volvo V70 range from 18 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 5-cyl, FWD) gets 17-19 city and 24-27 highway.

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