8 5 3 3 5

2005 Volvo XC70 Problems and Repair Histories

2005 Volvo XC70 problems reported via the Car Repair History and Car Reliability Surveys

See what people are saying about 2005 Volvo XC70 problems

 

2005 Volvo XC70s for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2005 Volvo XC70 problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.

For 2005 Volvo XC70 problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the 2005 Volvo XC70 problems and repair histories that follow it.

Year Make/Model Trips/Year/100 Cars Compared to all models for the same year  
2005 Volvo V70 / XC70 44 V70 / XC70s, 10.5 months of data per V70 / XC70, average 93700 miles96
80% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs

Return to top

Non-members can see only ten 2005 Volvo XC70 problems and repair histories. Log in or join us to see them all.

Repair costs are in local units.

2005 Volvo XC70

Engine not specified

Volvo XC70 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 48360   First odometer entry
Jul 2009 52080 0 rear propeller shaft seal was replaced and lubed. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2011 44020   First odometer entry
Oct 2012 46700 1000 Worn control arm bushings PCV hose broken 
Dec 2012 47120   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011 73000   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 75000 400 took in for an inspection and found brakes needed work sunroof would not open, not fixed as could not replicate, problem has resurfaced 
Jan 2012 0   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 65100   First odometer entry
Jun 2009 68200 650 Replaced rear wheel bearing 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2012 147000   First odometer entry
Dec 2012 147000 1400 second transmission replacement in this car. 

 

Volvo XC70 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 21000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 23000 115 Engine misfires after cold start. Technical Service Bulletin for this problem is; TNN 21-21. In order to fix the problem, all intake valves must be replaced. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Return to top

2005 Volvo XC70 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 300hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual AWD

Volvo XC70 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 53320   First odometer entry
Apr 2009 58280 100 power steering unit and control arms 
Oct 2009 64480 300 front suspension struts replaced 

 

Volvo XC70 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2009 65100   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 74400 520 steering u-joint between wheel and rack had failed/frozen, steering extremely heavy and would not return to center without force front left CV boot had split 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Return to top

2005 Volvo XC70 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 300hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Volvo XC70 in Kansas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 111000   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 115000 0 Replaced PCV oil separator and hose, oil separator (vapor container) started leaking. 
Jan 2013   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in Oklahoma, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 100 Seat Back latch 
Jun 2009 599 Gas Tank Pressure Reg 

 

Return to top

2005 Volvo XC70 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 257hp 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volvo XC70 in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011 0 Everything else, repair 

 

Return to top

2005 Volvo XC70 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volvo XC70 in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2008 38000   First odometer entry
Feb 2009 49000 0 Radiator developed leak. New radiator installed - problem repaired. Steering wheel buttons were luminated by faded in and out. Replaced lighting system on steering wheel. Issue fixed. 
May 2009 54000 310 Car in for 52.5 routine maintenance. Tech recommended rear brake pads and upper tie rod (left side). Ordered parts and DIY both repairs. Rear brake pads replaced. 1st set! 
Aug 2009 57000 540 Took vehicle in for oil change/tire rotation and discovered issue with front right bushing worn out in control arm. Sourced new parts and had installed by same mechanic. Successful repair and alignment complete. 
Feb 2011 86000 450 Replaced A-frames on front end. Bushings worn so replaced entire A-frame on both sides. 
Apr 2011 90000 210 A plastic PCV type valve got old brittle and cracked. 
Nov 2011 101000 175 Relaced Left Tie Rod 
Jan 2012 104700 175 Fuel Door was removed by high pressure car wash and not reusable. A new fuel door was ordered (painted) and replaced. 
Sep 2012 113000 150 Replaced Ball Joint. 
Mar 2013 118000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2008 25000   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 51000 900 had to replace the radiator 
Jan 2011 54700 2100 part failed and let coolant mix with oil. Needed new radiator and hoses and had to flush engine. 
Oct 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2009 65000   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 78000 506 Tie rods replaced, both sides, and steering alignment completed. Steering felt loose, mechanic confirmed worn tie rods. 
Jan 2011 81000 900 Leak in radiator. Radiator replaced with new one. total cost $900 including parts, labor, tax, etc. 
Mar 2013 104000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Return to top

2005 Volvo XC70 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Volvo XC70 in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2009 81220   First odometer entry
Oct 2011 102920 295 Brakes replaced, rotors and pads 
Dec 2011 104160 400 Rear brakes and handbrake shoes 
Apr 2012 107880 220 ABS ring replaced 
Dec 2012 117180   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2010 100440   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 106640 1000 - Fuel Pump Changed - Control Arm (?) 
May 2012 116560 500 Alarm Triggered w/o reason. Alarm siren module replaced. 
Dec 2012 120280 325 Front right bearing had to be changed. Mechanic warned in July that it was coming but wasn't able to know which one it was at first (too subtle). 3000Km later it was obvious. Could have stay on it a 2-3000Km but the noise was annoying. 

 

Volvo XC70 in Oregon, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2011 118000   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 121000 300 The PCV system needed to be replaced. The breather tube had cracked and broke into pieces. 

 

Volvo XC70 in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2012 89000   First odometer entry
Feb 2012 89000 850 Auto-up switches for both drivers and passenger windows failed and had to be replaced with Volvo only parts (window switch circuit board) - very expensive and untimely repair! 
Jul 2012 93000 600 Auto - window sensors went kaput for both drivers windows. Another window switch circuit board replaced. 
Mar 2013 106000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2008 25000   First odometer entry
Oct 2012 75700 390 leaking angle/bevel gear, resealed by dealer 
Mar 2013 80000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in Maine, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2011 87000   First odometer entry
Feb 2011 88000 468 ck.eng.lite -code indicated timing issue.Found both intake/exhaust cams off 4 teeth.Disassembled rear eng.,locked camshafts,set mechanical timing, reassem. all, replaced 1 cam seal.  
Sep 2011 94000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2011 84940   First odometer entry
Jun 2012 96100 980 AC Condenser and fan replacement Headlight Ballast unit 
Jul 2012 96500 0 Stabilizer bar came loose - made clunking sound on small bumps 
Sep 2012 97340 0 All front lights except fog lights failed. The ballasts have gone and new ones are insanely expensive. We have mail ordered parts from a discount place and are waiting for them. Driver side heating failed front seat heaters failed 
Jan 2013 104780 985 heating system repair failed- now feet get cold AC blast (in Canadian winter!) while face gets heat blast. Going back to shop again. replaced headlight ballasts ($750 malice worked for three days then failed again - only fog lights work. Seat warmers failed - did not "burn out" as sometimes reported on blogs, fuses ok. Cause of problem unclear. Was advised they could not be repaired. 

 

Volvo XC70 in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2012 61000   First odometer entry
Jan 2013 62000 300 Lower control arm bushings replaced.  Top motor mount replaced. 
Mar 2013 64000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2013 121520   First odometer entry
Apr 2013 124000 900 Fuel pump failed. Replace fuel pump and tank seal. 

 

Volvo XC70 in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 72000   First odometer entry
Oct 2011 85000 400 Leak detection pump at gas tank failed. 

 

Volvo XC70 in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 81000   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 89000 250 A clunking sound when shifting between D and R after the transmission has shifted into R (i.e. not the shifting sound, something more). Shop said power steering reservoir was "broken" or "bad" and needed replaced along with a power steering hose. (reservoir covered, hose was my cost). 
Dec 2011 99000 9500 Turbo blow off valve not closing. ABS sensors on 3 wheels were bad and the ABS modulator was running constantly because it thought wheels were slipping. The PCV system was repaired on a previous trip but because a TSB was missed not all the correct parts were installed. The poorly functioning PCV system may have contributed to the Turbo failure. The valve cover tube connecting to the PCV system broke. The power steering pump high pressure hose was leaking. Timing belt replacement. 
Jan 2012 99700 1150 Airbag sensor. 
Mar 2012 101000 1590 Previous repair to PCV system put pressure on valve cover and blew that gasket. Additionally the belt tensioner was bad. Replacing the valve cover required a TON of labor. 
Apr 2012 102000 1201 Vehicle began to intermittently go into "reduced power mode". It was throwing a code related to the throttle position sensor. The Throttle module needed replaced. Unlike the prev. repair the major expense here was the part cost. 
Mar 2013 115000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2010 84000   First odometer entry
May 2010 92000 1000 tie rods and ball joints replaced to fix front end vibrations. 
Jun 2010 94000 900 Front end was rattling. Repairs corrected the problem 
May 2011 114700 1300 Regular maintenance. Replaced timing belt. 
Mar 2012 126000 1 Position light. Bulbs are tough to get to. Always takes me longer than it should. 
Aug 2012 134000 1100 Replaced all four shocks/struts Oil rebreather box. Not sure what the problem is. It was something the service manager said needed to be replaced. It wasn't something that was critical so I skipped it. 
Nov 2012 137500 500 Had Mavis replace the rest of the suspension parts. During the prior work they did not replace all of the parts. They did not think that the parts needed to be replaced originally, but they did. 
Mar 2013 143000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2008 49000   First odometer entry
Jul 2009 58000 0 Front suspension mounts, found by dealer during an inspection. 
Dec 2010 81000 0 Complete transmission and transmission cooler replacement. No problem evident to owner. Car failed smog test due to catalytic converter not ready signal. Apparently problem with all CAN bus OBDII systems, took to more informed test station and they passed it. New front shock absorbers and torque arm replaced. No problem evident to owner. 
Nov 2012 106700 100 Expansion tank cracked. 
Dec 2012 107000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 34000   First odometer entry
Apr 2009 40000 0 Gear shift stuck in drive.  
Dec 2010 56000 125 Exhaust clamp & suspender replaced 
Mar 2011 57000 500 Purge Valve, whatever that is. 
Oct 2012 67700 500 replace radiator 
Mar 2013 72000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2008 38000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 64000 0 Electronic controls on the steering wheel and steering column (turn signals, wipers, trip computer, cruise, radio controls) not functional. Fixed under CPO warranty (control module and steering wheel buttons replaced). 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 24000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 24000 250 Power steering fluid low (?leak?) Vibration felt in front tires (and steering wheel) at high speeds 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 104000   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 105000 200 Replace timing belt and pulleys. 
Feb 2012 123300 65 Removed and replaced directional signal switch. 
Jun 2012 130000 35 Replaced rusted/broker rear exhaust hanger 
Sep 2012 135000 165 Blower motor failed. Removed and replaced blower motor. 
Mar 2013 147000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Return to top

2005 Volvo XC70 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 161hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD

Volvo XC70 in Bulgaria
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 48980   First odometer entry
Jan 2011 50220 700 Rear bearing hubs replacement. Brakes inspections. Clearance at front left shock absorber corrected. 
Dec 2012 58900   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Return to top

2005 Volvo XC70 4dr Wagon

168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD

Volvo XC70 in Slovenia
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 122140   First odometer entry
May 2011 122760 200 Right wheek bearing replaced first time and the only one so far. 
Nov 2011 127100 200 Hand brake. Headlight washing system failure 

 

Return to top

2005 Volvo XC70 4dr Wagon

168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic FWD

Volvo XC70 in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2008 40000   First odometer entry
Jun 2008 41000 0 Worn front sway bar links. They were replaced. Front windows squeak. New glides ordered. Will have installed by roving van, no additional trip to shop needed. 
Nov 2010 82000 0 upper engine mount bushing broken - replaced entire mount as the bushing is integral to the mount front lower control arm bushings replaced Outer axle boots torn and leaking. Boots were replaced prior to any axle damage. 
Mar 2013 128000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2008 0 rear latch mechanism failure...warranty. 
Sep 2009 65000 0 cel, software upgrade 
Sep 2011 96000 0 timing belt/tensioner/water pump/serp belt 
Dec 2011 100000 250 Catalytic converter, from Erie Volvo, vs $1200 for new one. Symptom was a harmonic buzz around 2k rpm on acceleration, graduated to a code, my extended warranty had expired 4 weeks earlier, dealer would do nothing till it threw a code. 

 

Volvo XC70 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2008 27000   First odometer entry
Mar 2009 33000 0 Installed spring kit occupant weight sensor bracket on passenger airbag. 
May 2010 52300 0 CD player would not play CD's. Driver's side seatbelt was difficult to unlatch. Replaced seat belt latch due to internal mechanical fault. 
Aug 2011 71000 350 Passenger front window would bounce back open w/ the auto close feature. Dealer fixed it w/ no charge while doing routine maintenance. 
Jul 2012 83000 680 Leaking AC condenser was replaced. 
Mar 2013 94000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2012 135000   First odometer entry
Jan 2012 135000 2500 Broken large piece from head of one of the exhaust valves in No. 5 cylinder. Discovered engine has solid lifters. Not sure if valve overheated due to not seating properly because valve stretched. Happened while cruising at 65 MPH. 
Sep 2012 149000 545 Check Engine light on. Code P0190 - Fuel Pressure Sensor reads high. Verified with freeze frame data. Problem very intermittant. Replaced sensor with Volvo part. Problem resolved. Scan tool shows MAF sensor reads very high just after startup. Lasts for about one minute. Very high negative STFT after engine goes into closed loop. Tried to clean MAF - NG. Replaced MAF. I am an experienced mechanic. 
Feb 2013 154700 320 After running for 20 sec or less from a cold start (overnight), the fuel pressure drops to 282 KPa causing the engine to stall. Press spec 375 - 395 KPa. Swapped PEM module fixed problem. Very tough to catch this issue while failing-scantool. 
Mar 2013 156000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volvo XC70 in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2009 53000   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 57000 0 rear wiper washer fluid leaking inside vehicle. dealer fixed and paid for 100% of the cost. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Return to top

2005 Volvo XC70 4-door

turbocharged 5-cylinder automatic AWD

Volvo XC70 in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 48000   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 50000 200 Car would not start: starter cable connection corroded and needed to be cleaned and reattached. Window squeaked: drivers window track needed to be lubricated. 
Feb 2011 55000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Return to top

2005 Volvo XC70 4-door

turbocharged 5-cylinder automatic 2WD

Volvo XC70 in Tennessee, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2009 51000   First odometer entry
Oct 2009 53000 305 Replaced original rotors and pads. Original pads still had useable life on them. Rotors were fine. 
Sep 2011 82000 29 Headlight lense was hazzing over from years of sun and environmental issues. Had shop sand and buff out to restore the lense clarity. 
Oct 2011 85000 250 When shifting into drive, there is a very audible "click" coming from the perceived right front wheel area. 
Feb 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Return to top

2005 Volvo XC70 4-door

5-cylinder manual 2WD

Volvo in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 65000   First odometer entry
Jun 2008 66000 0 Power locks didn't work but problem was sticking ignition key. Power driver's seat would not go up and down (sometimes). Replacement ignition lock installed, keys programmed Power seat module installed, programmed 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Return to top

2005 Volvo XC70 4-door

5-cylinder automatic 2WD

Volvo XC70 in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 50000   First odometer entry
Jun 2009 51000 150 Passenger airbag off light comes periodically comes on when someone is sitting in the passenger seat. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Return to top

Expert 2005 Volvo XC70 Repair Advice

Non-members can see only ten 2005 Volvo XC70 problems and repair histories. Log in or join us to see them all.

 

What People Are Saying about Problems with the 2005 Volvo XC70

blog comments powered by Disqus