YearToAvoid

2007 Volvo XC70 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Caution The 2007 Volvo XC70 has a Complaint Index of 55, ranking 6th worst among 12 model years, with a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 25 complaints and 2 recalls, led by electrical system problems at 32% of complaints.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
55/100
#6 of 12 XC70 years
Verdict
Caution
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
25
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
2
distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes
0
reported in complaints
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Top issue
Electrical System
Best nearby year
2015
rated Best
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
19
16 city / 23 hwy
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Top 2007 Volvo XC70 problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Electrical System8 (32%)
  2. Engine5 (20%)
  3. Seat Belts5 (20%)
  4. Airbags4 (16%)
  5. Suspension, Wheels & Tires4 (16%)
  6. Structure & Body3 (12%)
  7. Brakes2 (8%)
  8. Fuel System2 (8%)
  9. Transmission & Powertrain2 (8%)
  10. Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (4%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

What owners report

  • Rear seat belts jam when the seat is folded down, leaving the belt unusable and unable to be released.
  • Suspension components can fail with a loud bang while driving, including rear spring failures on both sides at different mileages.
  • The ignition key can become stuck and fail to turn, requiring replacement of the ignition lock switch.
  • Electrical systems can cut all power while driving at speed, with power returning only after the vehicle is shut off and restarted.
  • Owners report headlights, radio, dashboard lights, and back-up assist all malfunctioning together in some vehicles.
  • Brakes have gone nearly inoperative during low-speed maneuvers, traced to a faulty brake vacuum pump switch.
2007 Volvo XC70 complaints: complaints filed per month2Sep 2007Apr 2012Mar 2014Jan 2015May 2016Aug 2018Mar 2022Sep 2022
25 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2007 to Jul 2026; peak Jun 2011 (2).

2007 Volvo XC70 recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 21V800000Oct 14, 2021Airbags194,546 vehicles

    Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module

    Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2007 V70 and XC70 vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

    Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10136.

  2. NHTSA 10V566000Nov 8, 2010Other416 vehicles

    Equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)

    Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.

    Risk: An overheated battery could lead to a fire.

    Remedy: Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable gps device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit is affected. The unit's battery will be replaced with a new battery and a spacer will be inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 18, 2010. Owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.

2007 Volvo XC70 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
16 MPG
Highway
23 MPG
Combined
19 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$4,200
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2007 compared with other XC70 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100200520062007200820092010201120122013201420152016
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2005Avoid8227219
2006Good2718219
2007Caution5525219
2008Avoid10039817
2009Caution6415518

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2007 Volvo XC70 reliable?
Compared to other XC70 model years, 2007 ranks 6th worst out of 12 with a Complaint Index of 55 and a Caution verdict based on NHTSA complaints and recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Volvo XC70?
NHTSA data shows Electrical System issues make up 32% of complaints, followed by Engine and Seat Belts problems, each at 20%.
Does the 2007 Volvo XC70 have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls: one for a driver's air bag inflator that may explode during deployment, and one for overheating batteries in Garmin 760 GPS units.
What mileage do 2007 XC70 problems usually appear at?
The median mileage at failure across all reported problems is 85,375 miles, with electrical issues appearing around 94,057 miles.
Is 2007 the worst year for the Volvo XC70?
No, 2008 and 2010 rank worse with Complaint Index scores of 100 and 91 and Avoid verdicts, while 2007 sits in the middle at 55 with a Caution verdict.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.