1999 Volvo V70
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Driver Assistance & Speed Control
Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 82 of 248 complaints (33%) mention it.
Complaints filed rose from 218 in 1998 to 248 in 1999.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1998 | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 | vs. 1999 Midsize Station Wagons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,700–4,100 | 3,700–4,100 | 3,500–4,300 | 3,700–4,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 19–21 | 19–21 | 18–22 | 19–21 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16–18 / 22–27 | 16–19 / 23–26 | 16–19 / 22–26 | 16–19 / 23–26 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 423–468 | 423–468 | 404–494 | 423–468 | |
| Complaints filed | 218 | 248 | 196 | 221 | |
| Recalls issued | 5 | 4 | 6 | 9 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 12 | 5 | 12 | 8 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 8 | 2 | 3 | 2 | |
| Injuries reported | 17 | 5 | 5 | 7 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
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 1999 Volvo V70 have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns 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 1999 Volvo V70?
Driver Assistance & Speed Control: 82 of 248 NHTSA complaints (33%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 1999 Volvo V70 get?
EPA rates it 19–21 MPG combined across 7 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 1999 Volvo V70?
EPA estimates $3,700–$4,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (7)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 5 | 2.3L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Station Wagons | 18 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 444 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 5-spd | 5 | 2.3L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Station Wagons | 18 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 444 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 4-spd | 5 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Station Wagons | 18 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 444 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 4-spd | 5 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Station Wagons | 18 mpg | 26 mpg (high) | 21 mpg (high) | $3,700 (low) | 423 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 5 | Manual 5-spd | 5 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Station Wagons | 19 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | 21 mpg (high) | $3,700 (low) | 423 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic 4-spd | 5 | 2.3L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Station Wagons | 16 mpg (low) | 23 mpg (low) | 19 mpg (low) | $4,100 (high) | 468 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic 4-spd | 5 | 2.4L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Station Wagons | 16 mpg (low) | 23 mpg (low) | 19 mpg (low) | $4,100 (high) | 468 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 31 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 35 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 62 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 23 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 10 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 82 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 20 | 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 (4)
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL · Campaign 06V441000 · Nov 20, 2006
Defect: 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.
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.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH · Campaign 04V504000 · Oct 21, 2004
Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY CEASE TO FUNCTION.
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.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL · Campaign 00V405000 · Dec 7, 2000
Defect: 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.
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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE · Campaign 98V254000 · Oct 15, 1998
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: STATION WAGONS EQUIPPED WITH THIRD SEATS. USERS OF THE THIRD SEAT, WHEN EXITING THE VEHICLE, CAN COME IN CONTACT WITH THE TAILPIPE.
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.