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2007 · Volvo
Volvo C70 problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 17 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
Reliability score
8.4 / 10
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
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Critical
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Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2007 C70?
Generally reliable
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
Reliability score 8.4/10 — above the segment average
1 recall campaign on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2007 Volvo C70? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
body — 5 owner reports
· tends to show around 49,553 mi · ~$1,500 to fix
electrical — 4 owner reports
· tends to show around 100,750 mi · ~$850 to fix
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 1 active recall on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 8.4/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
body (~$1,500) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
A noise, a warning light, a repair quote, "should I buy this?" — get an answer grounded in
this vehicle's actual NHTSA record, not generic advice.
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2007 C70· body
The doors open while driving. Even if they are locked. The information system gives a message drivers door open or passenger door open and the interior lights come on while driving. This happened to me recently 4 times while driving from kent, ohio to naples, florida. The doors…
The trunk will no longer open although when I use the remote key to unlock it I do hear it click. I have read that this has been a problem for other drivers, which is why I'm reporting it here.
My 2007 c70 stopped reading both of my key fobs at the same time. I was at walmart and when I tried to start the car it said key error try again. So I tried and I tried. Nothing. I called my roommate who came with my other key about 1 hour later. It was about 1:30 am by this…
Dash warning light indicating open drivers door came on. Pulled to shoulder to check. Applied brakes and door came open. Previously light came on, opened and closed door and light went out. When drivers door came open, the retractable top was open completely. *tr
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On certain passenger vehicles, an incorrect temporary assembly instruction resulted in an incorrect assembly of the left door handle bowden cable attachment
This incorrect assembly may result in the left door not meeting certain legal requirements at a certain crash scenario.
Fix: Dealers will adjust the left door bowden cable by removing an existing cable tie and placing the bowden cable in its designated position free of charge. The recall began on june 29, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Common questions
Is the 2007 Volvo C70 reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.4 out of 10 based on 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Volvo C70 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2007 Volvo C70?
On the NHTSA data, the 2007 Volvo C70 does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.4/10 — above the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2007 Volvo C70?
Inspect the body first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 5 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 49,553 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2007 Volvo C70 a good used car to buy?
It scores 8.4 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 17 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is body. Typical failure occurs around 49,553 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Volvo C70?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is body, with 5 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 49,553 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The body is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 49,553 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Volvo C70 has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Volvo C70?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 17 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced minutes ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Volvo/C70.
Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics.
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