Should I buy a 2006 Volvo C70 with documented wheels problems?

Depends on the price and the specific vehicle. Documented wheels issues should be priced into the purchase — if the seller is asking full retail, negotiate down by the expected repair cost. A pre-purchase inspection from an independent shop tells you whether THIS specific vehicle has already shown the symptoms or not.

2006 Volvo C70 wheels problems

moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $400

Complaints

Recalls

Crashes

Avg fix

$400

What owners are reporting 3 most recent

wheels · filed 06/10/2008

I HAVE A 2006 VOLVO C70 AND THE TIERS STARTED TO LOOSE AIR. WHEN I HAD THE VEHICLE INSPECTED I FOUND OUT THAT THREE OF THE FOUR 18' RIMS HAD CRACKS ON THE INSIDE OF THE RIM EDGE...WITH A LITTLE RESEARCH I HAVE FOUND THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE 2006 VOLVO C70. IT IS AN OUTRAGE THAT VOLVO DOES NOT YET HAVE TO FIX THIS SAFETY ISSUE. WHO KNOWS HOW MANY ACCIDENTS HAVE OR WILL HAPPEN DUE TO …

wheels · filed 04/01/2008

I BOUGHT MY 2006 VOLVO C70 IN AUGUST OF 2006 AT GALPIN MOTORS. I TOOK MY C70 INTO THE DEALERSHIP IN MAY OF 2007 BECAUSE ONE OF MY TIRES WAS GOING FLAT. IT TURNS OUT TWO OF MY 18" MIRZAM RIMS HAD GONE OUT OF ROUND AND ONE OF THEM WAS CRACKED ON THE INTERIOR. NO OTHER DAMAGE WAS FOUND TO HAVE OCCURRED TO THE CAR. ONE TIRE HAD A SLIGHT SEPARATION DUE TO THE DEFECT OF THE RIM. THE CAR ONLY HAD 7…

wheels · filed 04/01/2008

WHILE ON VACATION TWO OF MY ORIGINAL 18" MIRZAM RIMS WENT OUT OF ROUND IN FEBRUARY OF 2008. THE CAR ONLY HAD 17000 MILES ON IT. I TOOK IT TO A VOLVO DEALERSHIP BECAUSE OF A TIRE GOING FLAT AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE SECOND TWO ORIGINAL 18" MIRZAM RIMS HAD GONE OUT OF ROUND AND ONE OF THE 18" MIRZAM RIMS WAS CRACKED ON THE INTERIOR. THIS WAS NOT THE FIRST TIME THIS HAPPENED. THESE TWO RIMS …

Common questions

How serious is the wheels problem on the 2006 Volvo C70?

It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $400 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.

At what mileage does the wheels typically fail?

Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $400 for wheels repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to wheels?

No active recalls currently cover wheels issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.