1998 Volvo S70 Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 5%of 215 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 74,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the suspension of the 1998 Volvo S70, 5% of the 215 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 74,500 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While braking, the vehicle vibrated. Took vehicle to dealership and the mechanic indicated there was a crack in the brake master cylinder. The ABS light illuminated, the oxygen sensor was replaced, the vacuum line was replaced, the upper torque arm bushing broke, the door locking system broke, the inside door panel came apart.”
NHTSA complaint #10044537, filed 2003-11, 74,500 miles“The left front brake rotor locked up, causing some components to burn up. The problem was due to a stuck caliper, which according to Volvo is not related to the brake pad and rotor replacement performed by dealer. Lower ball joint was also replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10064998, filed 2004-04“Dt anti-lock brake system contact states each time the brakes are applied the vehicle is more difficult to stop and the wheels have also locked up. Transmission contact states the vehicle make a squeaking nose when parking, the vehicle pulls to the right side when driving at low speed. Engine and engine cooling contact states oil moves up through the ignition control. The vehicle has been taken to a service dealer and the mechanic stated the vehicle needed a new engine.”
NHTSA complaint #10120788, filed 2005-05“1st problem with car, door would not stay closed after several attempts to slam door would bounce off door frame. 2nd problem steering wheel would make grinding noise when making left turns only which would result in stiffness of left turn. 3rd problem , 1st winter that I had the car, the molding at the front windshield would be off of the window before any attempt to remove the snow, the dealer replaced molding. 2nd winter came along, front windshield molding off of the window. …”
NHTSA complaint #718879, filed 2000-02“Squeaking noise could be heard from rear of vehicle. Owner told by service and Volvo that the rear coil springs had been installed backwards at the factory. All attempt to solve problem has failed.”
NHTSA complaint #538760, filed 1998-07Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 11 | 5% |
Other parts of the 1998 Volvo S70
76 complaintsExterior lighting
35 complaintsElectrical system
31 complaintsEngine cooling
22 complaintsAir bags
13 complaintsBody and structure
13 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaintsEquipment
8 complaintsSeat belts
8 complaintsTires
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Volvo S70
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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