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Volvo V70XC recalls

There are 4 safety recalls on record for the Volvo V70XC, covering 420,140 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

Volvo V70XC recalls by model year

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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

Exterior lighting: headlights: switchReported October 21, 2004 · 97,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, over an extended period of time, the headlight switch may cease to function.
Risk
The head lights may not operate properly which could result in intermittent or no headlight function. This could impair a driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
On vehicles with an original oem switch, dealers will replace the headlight switch. All other vehicles will be inspected to determine if the switch has een damaged and replace only if necessary. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners should contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.

Recall number 04V504000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fanReported September 13, 2004 · 149,799 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, under certain operating conditions, some electric cooling fans may overheat potentially causing heat damage and, in rare instances, a fire in the engine compartment.
Risk
A fire in the engine compartment could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the cooling fan. The recall began on november 29, 2004. Customers should contact volvo cars at 1‑800‑458‑1552.

Recall number 04V451000 · Recall details

Exterior lighting: brake lightsReported February 2, 2004 · 3,242 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain sport utility vehicles, the rear left and right brake light relays may not function when the brake pedal is depressed or may stay on continuously. The high positioned brake light and all other tail lights will not be affected.
Risk
If the brake lights fail to come on, there will be no lower brake lights to indicate to following vehicles that the vehicle is decelerating, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake light relay with two relays of a modified design. Owner notification began on february 23, 2004. Owners should contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.

Recall number 04V051000 · Recall details

Questions about the Volvo V70XC recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the Volvo V70XC have?

4, covering vehicle speed control, exterior lighting and engine and engine cooling.

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