1999 Volvo V70 Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1999 Volvo V70. 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 V70 1999–2002, C70 1999–2002, C70 Convertible 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 V70 1998–2000, S70 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 V70 1998–2000, C70 1998–2001, S70 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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• 98V254000Oct 14, 199850,835 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
  Covers: Volvo V70 1998–1999

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: station wagons equipped with third seats. Users of the third seat, when exiting the vehicle, can come in contact with the tailpipe.

  Possible consequence: Contact with the tailpipe can result in personal injury.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the length of the vehicle's tailpipe and, if necessary, repair the tailpipe.

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