1998 Volvo V70 Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 29about this part
- Share
- 16%of 187 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 69,500miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 29 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 1998 Volvo V70, 16% of the 187 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 69,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 3 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“For our 1998 Volvo V70 xc awd, there was a recall in nov 1999 (99v235/Volvo recall no. 94). When our headlight switch suddenly disassembled on the interstate at night in mid-september, leaving the car without a single visible light, I had to reassemble it and hold it together to reach home. We checked with our dealer the next day. The computer records showed that the switch recall had already been done for our car, so I bought another switch. As I looked closely at the switch that was removed, I realized I was looking at the recalled switch, still in the car four years after the recall date. …”
NHTSA complaint #10045438, filed 2003-11, 79,000 miles“Exterior lighting: headlights going out while driving, brake lights do not work. Fuses are good and bulbs are good as well! Brakes haven't worked since the drive home headlights go in and out. Could result in an accident!”
NHTSA complaint #10386483, filed 2011-03, 159,000 miles“Headlight switch for exterior lights does not work as it should. There is a recall for this switch to be replaced , but the dealer states that this vehicle does not have the right VIN number for replacement. The VIN numbers are not shown on the recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10063786, filed 2004-03, 60,000 miles“Consumer states headlight switch broke, causing headlights to be inoperative. Dealer states recall has been issued, but this vehicle was not included due to VIN.”
NHTSA complaint #10024781, filed 2003-06, 60,000 miles“Front turn signal lights stop flashing while rear turn lights continue to work. Removed both front bulbs, filaments ok, appears failue due to arcing of contact materials different from those of bulb leads. Cleaned contacts and installed new bulbs, now work fine. Did not discuss with dealer but understand problem is common. Could lead to accidents since turn indicators are a safety item.”
NHTSA complaint #713420, filed 1999-10Related recalls
- 04V504000Oct 21, 2004On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, over an extended period of time, the headlight switch may cease to function.Covers: Volvo V70 1998–2000, S70 1998–2000, C70 1998–2000 +1 more
- 00V405000Dec 6, 2000Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. There could be inadequate contact between the bulb and socket which could cause the front turn signal not to function…Covers: Volvo V70 1998–2000, C70 1998–2001, S70 1998–2000
- 99V235000Aug 30, 1999Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Operation of the headlight switch, over an extended period of time, can result in inconsistent operation of the switch.Covers: Volvo V70 1998, 850 1997, S70 1998 +1 more
Exterior lighting: other model years
Other parts of the 1998 Volvo V70
49 complaintsEngine cooling
24 complaintsFuel system
15 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsSeat belts
13 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsTires
9 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsEquipment
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Volvo V70
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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