2008 Volvo C70 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2008 Volvo C70.

20072009
Complaints
24
Crashes
3
Fires
2
Injuries
1
Fatalities
—
Recalls
2

Worst 2008 Volvo C70 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#110 complaints

Body Structure

Avg mileage:66,083 mi
#23 complaints

Steering Defects

Crash-related:1
#31 complaints

Airbags

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2008 Volvo C70.

Body Structure
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
66,083
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Other:Labels
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Rear
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 2008 Volvo C70

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~21,027 vehicles.

11V508000Equipment:other:labels
~20,611 affected

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2012 C70 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 15, 2005, THROUGH JULY 31, 2011, AND MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 S60 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 14, 2010, THROUGH APRIL 16, 2011, THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL ACCESSORY SPARE TIRE KIT. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NUMBER. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES DO NOT CONTAIN THE CORRECT INFORMATION FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE OPTIONAL ACCESSORY SPARE TIRE AND WHEEL KIT.

10V566000Equipment:electrical:navigational System(global Positioning System)
~416 affected

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.

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2008 Volvo C70 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2008 Volvo C70 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2008 Volvo C70 has 24 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Body Structure with 10 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2008 Volvo C70?
Top reported problems: Body Structure (10 complaints, avg 66,083 mi); Steering Defects (3 complaints); Airbags (1 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2008 Volvo C70?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 66,083 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2008 Volvo C70?
NHTSA complaints for the 2008 Volvo C70 include 3 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2008 Volvo C70 have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 21,027 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2008 Volvo C70?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Volvo C70 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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