1999 Volvo S70 Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1999 Volvo S70. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 06V441000Nov 15, 2006170,099 vehicles potentially affected
  Vehicle speed control
  Covers: Volvo S70 1999–2000, V70 1999–2002, C70 1999–2002 +5 more

  Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles, a combination of throttle positioning sensor irregularities, a dirty throttle housing, and/or inefficient software calibration may cause a warning lamp to light and the subsequent onset of limp home modes.

  Possible consequence: This resulted in a high number of vehicles going into the limp home mode without need.

  Remedy: Dealers will install the current software upgrade onto the involved vehicles. The recall began on december 29, 2006. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

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• 04V504000Oct 21, 200497,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Exterior lighting › Headlights › Switch
  Covers: Volvo S70 1998–2000, V70 1998–2000, C70 1998–2000 +1 more

  Reported issue: On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, over an extended period of time, the headlight switch may cease to function.

  Possible consequence: The head lights may not operate properly which could result in intermittent or no headlight function. This could impair a driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: On vehicles with an original oem switch, dealers will replace the headlight switch. All other vehicles will be inspected to determine if the switch has een damaged and replace only if necessary. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

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• 00V405000Dec 6, 2000245,894 vehicles potentially affected
  Exterior lighting › Turn signal
  Covers: Volvo S70 1998–2000, C70 1998–2001, V70 1998–2000

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. There could be inadequate contact between the bulb and socket which could cause the front turn signal not to function as designed.

  Possible consequence: This would fail to warn an approaching driver that the vehicle is turning and could lead to a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right front turn signal bulb and socket.

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• 99V035000Feb 25, 19993,632 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Volvo S70 1999

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: all-wheel-drive sedans. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel filter bracket configuration margins are insufficient.

  Possible consequence: In the event of a vehicle crash, fuel leakage could occur. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a fuel filter protection bracket.

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NHTSA investigations

• PE00031TURN SIGNALClosed · Aug 15, 2000

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