2013 Volvo XC70 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2013 Volvo XC70 has a complaint index of 45, ranking 7th among 12 model years, and earns a "Good" verdict relative to other XC70 years. NHTSA lists 8 complaints, 2 recalls, 1 crash, and 1 injury for this year.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 45/100
- #7 of 12 XC70 years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 8
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 2
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 1
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Top issue
- Visibility & Wipers
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 20
- 18 city / 24 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
Top 2013 Volvo XC70 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Visibility & Wipers3 (38%)
- Other2 (25%)
- Structure & Body2 (25%)
- Airbags1 (13%)
- Steering1 (13%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Windshield top seal loosens or fails, letting water leak into the cabin during car washes or heavy rain, sometimes reported at a median mileage of 26,592 miles.
- Leaking windshield seal creates condensation and obscures the driver's field of vision.
- One owner reported a steering fluid reservoir running low shortly after purchase, requiring a new steering box.
- A rear door became unable to open from either inside or outside.
- In one crash with a deer, the airbags failed to deploy, and the driver-side airbag later deployed on its own with the ignition off, causing injury.
2013 Volvo XC70 recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 20V378000Jun 30, 2020Seat Belts308,260 vehicles
Seat belts:front
Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.
Risk: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.
- NHTSA 12V415000Aug 28, 2012Suspension, Wheels & Tires286 vehicles
Tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S80 and XC70 vehicles. A software error within the Central Electronic Module (CEM) will result in the "TPMS Service Required" message appearing after approximately 15 minutes of accumulated driving over 25 mph. The error will prevent the Tire Pressure Monitoring System from warning the driver that a tire needs air. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."
Risk: A malfunctioning TPMS cannot warn a driver that a tire is underinflated. Underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and possible crash.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners and dealers will reprogram the vehicle's TPMS. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on October 12, 2012. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
2013 Volvo XC70 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18 MPG
- Highway
- 24 MPG
- Combined
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,250
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- 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.
2013 compared with other XC70 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2013 Volvo XC70 reliable?
- Compared to other XC70 model years, the 2013 rates "Good" with a complaint index of 45, ranking 7th out of 12 years tracked by NHTSA.
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Volvo XC70?
- NHTSA complaints for this year center on visibility and wipers, mainly windshield seal leaks, which make up 3 of the 8 complaints, followed by structure and body issues.
- Does the 2013 Volvo XC70 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls: one for a Central Electronic Module software error affecting the TPMS warning, and a later seat belt anchor cable recall covering multiple Volvo models including the 2013 XC70.
- How does the 2013 XC70 compare to other years?
- With a complaint index of 45, the 2013 XC70 performs better than years like 2008 (100) and 2010 (91), which are rated "Avoid," but not as well as 2015 and 2016, rated "Best."
- What is the fuel economy of the 2013 Volvo XC70?
- EPA rates the 2013 XC70 at 20 mpg combined (18 city / 24 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,250.