Volvo XC70 years to avoid and best years
Newer Volvo XC70 years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2016 has the most complaints per year, at 1 (7 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2014 at 0 (from 2 complaints), 2015 at 0 (from 6 complaints), and 2013 at 1 (from 8 complaints). On the 2016 Volvo XC70, 2 of 7 complaints name Engine.
Data as of .
Volvo XC70 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 XC70. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 → Most | 1 | 7 | 2 | Engine | 23.5 |
| 2015 → Fewest | 0 | 6 | 1 | Engine | 22.7 |
| 2014 Fewest | 0 | 2 | 2 | Fuel system, gasoline, Fuel and propulsion system | 20.7 |
| 2013 → Fewest | 1 | 8 | 2 | Visibility and wipers | 20.3 |
| 2012 → | 1 | 14 | 2 | Visibility and wipers | 20.3 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Wagon
- Oil
- 0W-30 or 5W-30 (engine-dependent) · 7.2 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 235/55R17, 235/50R18, 235/45R19 (trim-dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 20V-378 covers certain 2008-2016 XC70 vehicles (shared with other Volvo models): the front seat-belt anchor cable can fail, leaving an occupant less secured in a crash; dealers replace the cable for both front seats. Recall 12V-075 covers certain 2012 XC70 (and S60/XC60/S80) built May–October 2011 where the under-seat wire harness may not be secured, risking improper air-bag or belt pretensioner function; dealers inspect and secure the harness. Recall 13V-377 covers certain 2014 XC70 with keyless ignition where CEM software can affect headlamps or turn signals; dealers upgrade CEM software.
Frequently asked questions
Which Volvo XC70 years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2014 at 0 (from 2 complaints), 2015 at 0 (from 6 complaints), and 2013 at 1 (from 8 complaints).
Which Volvo XC70 year has the most owner complaints?
2016 has the most complaints per year, at 1 (7 complaints). On the 2016 Volvo XC70, 2 of 7 complaints name Engine.
How do Volvo XC70 owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Volvo XC70 years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones.
What engine oil does a US Volvo XC70 use?
0W-30 or 5W-30 (engine-dependent) With filter, about 7.2 qt is commonly listed for this generation—confirm in the owner manual.
What tire sizes fit a US Volvo XC70?
Published US specs commonly list front 235/55R17, 235/50R18, 235/45R19 (trim-dependent) and rear 235/55R17, 235/50R18, 235/45R19 (trim-dependent); confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US Volvo XC70?
Recall 20V-378 covers certain 2008-2016 XC70 vehicles (shared with other Volvo models): the front seat-belt anchor cable can fail, leaving an occupant less secured in a crash; dealers replace the cable for both front seats. Recall 12V-075 covers certain 2012 XC70 (and S60/XC60/S80) built May–October 2011 where the under-seat wire harness may not be secured, risking improper air-bag or belt pretensioner function; dealers inspect and secure the harness. Recall 13V-377 covers certain 2014 XC70 with keyless ignition where CEM software can affect headlamps or turn signals;…