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Volvo XC70Model year report

2008 Volvo XC70 Problems

Complaints
39filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
71,500miles, 32 complaints with mileage
Recalls
8campaigns on record
Trend
FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA crash rating
—overall rating starts with 2011 models
EPA fuel economy
17 mpgcombined, 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD/AWD · 15 city / 22 hwy

Sources: NHTSA records for the 2008 Volvo XC70 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error

NHTSA recorded 39 consumer complaints for the 2008 Volvo XC70. The part named most often is fuel system, with 13 complaints (33% of the total), followed by visibility (5) and air bags (4). 32 of the complaints include a mileage, and 34% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 71,500 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns and 237 technical service bulletins for this model year. Fuel system complaints overlap with 9 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Visibility complaints overlap with 6 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.

Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.

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.

Also reported: Tires (2), Vehicle speed control (2), Wheels (2), Seat belts (1), Steering (1), Body and structure (1), Suspension (1), Transmission and drivetrain (1).

Example complaints

Fuel system: “While driving along with fuel indicator reading 1/4 - 1/2 tank remaining, my 2008 XC70 engine completely stalls out. This has happened twice and both times could have been potentially very dangerous. I am sickened to learn there is a recall for the 2011 model (software calibration for the fuel cut-functionality in the engine control module is too sensitive) but not the 2008! Thanks Volvo!!”

NHTSA complaint #10439776, filed 2011-12, 80,000 miles

Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “The problems include door latches quit working and unable to secure doors when vehicle was stationary, doors could latch but upon starting the vehicle the locks would not engage and unable to drive or leave the vehicle if the doors are unable to engage. The passenger and driver side mirrors falling/flying off the mount while in motion and then shattering on the road way. When vehicle is stationary the rear door not catching when fully open and automatically closes in rapid motion. The am radio transmission/reception motor stopping,”

NHTSA complaint #11309652, filed 2020-02, 198,000 miles

Air bags: “Submitting complaint based on 2008 Volvo XC70 recall #184/srs software upgrade 2008 XC70. Volvo corp & local Volvo dealerships are unable to confirm the specific VIN, mileage, date completed, & place of servicing of recall #184 on my Volvo; specific VIN completion details of recall are necessary for insurance coverage to drive vehicle per my insurance company. Was told to not drive vehicle on 01/28/12 & 01/30/12 by insurance company until specific details are provided & submitted in writing from us to insurance company as noted above to my vehicle. …”

NHTSA complaint #10446348, filed 2012-02, 63,627 miles

Electrical system: “Am radio quit working several years ago. I complained to Volvo of america and I've lodged a complaint previously with NHTSA regarding the safety factor with the radio not locking onto any am station. It is my concern that in the event of a national emergency I would not be able to receive the alert. I am, also, not able to tune to local area station for emergency traffic reports. My vehicle, with this problem, is not of an isolated condition. …”

NHTSA complaint #10936118, filed 2016-12, 55,000 miles

Mileage when problems were reported

34% of the 32 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 29,000 and 125,000 miles.

6%0–1019%10–259%25–5016%50–759%75–10025%100–15016%150+
Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (32 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 71,500 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.

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Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Fuel economy and running cost

EPA ratings for each 2008 Volvo XC70 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).

VersionEngineTransmissionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
XC70 AWD3.2L 6-cyl6-speed automatic152217$4,850

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

See all 8 recalls for the 2008 Volvo XC70 → · Check a 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. 237 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

See all 237 bulletins →

Other model years of the Volvo XC70

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
2016727,3502—26—Not enough data
2015628,7001—27—Not enough data
2013815,3002—21—Not enough data
20121425,0002—21—Not enough data
20111538,0003—21—Falling
20101528,5005—18—Falling
20091563,2235—18—Falling
20083971,5008—17Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years)Falling
20072585,3752—19Not compared (before 2008)Falling
200618101,0002—19—Falling
20052771,1432—19Not compared (before 2008)Falling
200410190,0003—19Not compared (before 2008)Falling
200324115,5524—19—Stable
20023581,4424——Not compared (before 2008)Stable
20016679,0005——Not compared (before 2008)Stable

All Volvo XC70 model years · Best and worst years by complaints

Frequently asked questions

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2008 Volvo XC70 have?

NHTSA recorded 39 consumer complaints for the 2008 Volvo XC70 as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 2008 Volvo XC70 is reported most often?

Fuel system is named most often, in 13 complaints (33% of the total), followed by visibility with 5.

Has the 2008 Volvo XC70 been recalled?

NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What gas mileage does the 2008 Volvo XC70 get?

The EPA rates the 2008 Volvo XC70 (XC70 AWD, 3.2L 6-cyl) at 17 mpg combined, 15 city and 22 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,850 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.

At what mileage are problems with the 2008 Volvo XC70 reported?

Among the 32 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 71,500 miles and the middle half falls between 29,000 and 125,000 miles; 34% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 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.