1998 Volvo V70AWD Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 71,890miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 19 mpgcombined, 2.3L 5-cyl 4WD/AWD · 16 city / 23 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1998 Volvo V70AWD (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 1998 Volvo V70AWD. The part named most often is fuel system, with 2 complaints (33% of the total), followed by brakes (1) and electrical system (1). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 20% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 71,890 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 9 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Fuel system2 33%
- Brakes1 17%
- Electrical system1 17%
- Engine cooling1 17%
Example complaints
Fuel system: “1) vehicle stalls while driving in any weather condition 2) vehicle will not start after stalling 3) power brakes and power steering are reduced and present a dangerous driving situation 4) Volvo dealership avoids faulty design responsibility.”
NHTSA complaint #10130918, filed 2005-08, 65,000 milesEngine cooling: “Without warning my 1998 Volvo v70 awd wagon shuts off...while driving. Power steering and all. I've spent over $700 in repairs and the mechanic cannot figure it out. Now I dare not take it on a highway. The recent reports of this happening to years 1999 and on must be amended to include the 1998. I bought this wagon because of Volvo's longevity reputation. Now it's a potential road hazard.”
NHTSA complaint #10130935, filed 2005-08, 92,900 milesMileage when problems were reported
20% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 65,000 and 78,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1998 Volvo V70AWD version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V70 AWD | 2.3L 5-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,350 |
| V70 AWD | 2.4L 5-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 22 | 19 | $4,350 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1998 Volvo V70AWD in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 9 on record; the latest 9 are shown.
- 10241661Jul 21, 2023Electronic stability control, Other or unknown. Complimentary upgrade c00009 description.
- 10241651Jun 12, 2023Other or unknown. Rubber cushion
- 10213885May 12, 2022Other or unknown. The Deutronic DBL-1200 is an advanced battery maintainer/charger with the flexibility to be updated as products and repair methods evolve.
- 10213883May 6, 2022Other or unknown, Equipment. ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
- 10212891Feb 9, 2022Equipment. VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App
- 10212892Feb 3, 2022Equipment, Electrical system. Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
- 10213882Jun 23, 2020Other or unknown, Electrical system. Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
- 10087107Apr 19, 2016Electrical system. This is a service product journal : the previously reported issue with vida 2015 and battery testing has been resolved. Vida 2015 battery testing is the only approved method for producing battery…
- 10032914Jun 11, 2012Electrical system. Volvo: differential electronic module (dem), software. This technical journal applies to all awd model vehicles, starting from 2003. *pe updated on 4/10/2012. *kb updated 6/13/12.
Other model years of the Volvo V70AWD
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 6 | 71,890 | 0 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1998 Volvo V70AWD have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 1998 Volvo V70AWD as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1998 Volvo V70AWD is reported most often?
Fuel system is named most often, in 2 complaints (33% of the total), followed by brakes with 1.
Has the 1998 Volvo V70AWD been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1998 Volvo V70AWD get?
The EPA rates the 1998 Volvo V70AWD (V70 AWD, 2.3L 5-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 16 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,350 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1998 Volvo V70AWD reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 71,890 miles and the middle half falls between 65,000 and 78,000 miles; 20% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.