2001 Volvo V70 XC
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Driver Assistance & Speed Control
Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 39 of 144 complaints (27%) mention it.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2001 | 2002 | vs. 2001 Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,300 | 3,900 | |
| Combined MPG | 18 | 20 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16 / 21 | 17 / 23 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 494 | 444 | |
| Complaints filed | 144 | 27 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 6 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 9 | 2 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2001 Volvo V70 XC have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2001 Volvo V70 XC?
Driver Assistance & Speed Control: 39 of 144 NHTSA complaints (27%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2001 Volvo V70 XC get?
EPA rates it 18 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2001 Volvo V70 XC?
EPA estimates $4,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S5) | 5 | 2.4L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 494 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 22 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 30 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 27 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 39 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 6 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN · Campaign 04V451000 · Sep 20, 2004
Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS, SOME ELECTRIC COOLING FANS MAY OVERHEAT POTENTIALLY CAUSING HEAT DAMAGE AND, IN RARE INSTANCES, A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Consequence: A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE COOLING FAN. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 29, 2004. CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.