Volvo C70 years to avoid and best years
There are not enough Volvo C70 years yet to compare newer ones with older ones. 2012 has the most complaints per year, at 0 (23 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2013 at 0 (from 11 complaints) and 2012 at 0 (from 23 complaints). On the 2012 Volvo C70, 6 of 23 complaints name Structure.
Data as of .
Volvo C70 reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Volvo C70. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 → Fewest | 0 | 11 | 0 | Structure | 22 |
| 2012 → Most | 0 | 23 | 1 | Structure | 21 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Convertible
- Oil
- 0W-30 or 5W-30 (engine-dependent) · 6.1 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 235/45R17, 235/40R18
Known issues for this generation
Recall 11V-508 covers certain 2006-2012 C70 vehicles (also certain 2011-2012 S60) equipped with an optional accessory spare-tire kit: the tire information label may not match FMVSS 110 requirements for that kit, which can lead to improper inflation; dealers inspect and install the correct label.
Frequently asked questions
Which Volvo C70 years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2013 at 0 (from 11 complaints) and 2012 at 0 (from 23 complaints).
Which Volvo C70 year has the most owner complaints?
2012 has the most complaints per year, at 0 (23 complaints). On the 2012 Volvo C70, 6 of 23 complaints name Structure.
How do Volvo C70 owner complaints compare by year?
There are not enough Volvo C70 years yet to compare newer ones with older ones.
What engine oil does a US Volvo C70 use?
0W-30 or 5W-30 (engine-dependent) With filter, about 6.1 qt is commonly listed for this generation—confirm in the owner manual.
What tire sizes fit a US Volvo C70?
Published US specs commonly list front 235/45R17, 235/40R18 and rear 235/45R17, 235/40R18; confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US Volvo C70?
Recall 11V-508 covers certain 2006-2012 C70 vehicles (also certain 2011-2012 S60) equipped with an optional accessory spare-tire kit: the tire information label may not match FMVSS 110 requirements for that kit, which can lead to improper inflation; dealers inspect and install the correct label.