2014 Volvo XC70 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
No verdict The 2014 Volvo XC70 has just 2 complaints and a complaint index of 0, the lowest of any year, ranking 12th (best) out of 12 model years. It carries 2 recalls, for seat belts and a keyless-ignition electrical module.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 0/100
- #12 of 12 XC70 years
- Verdict
- No verdict
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 2
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 2
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Fuel System
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 21
- 18 city / 25 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2014 Volvo XC70 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Fuel System1 (50%)
- Visibility & Wipers1 (50%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- One owner reported a strong fuel odor both inside and outside the vehicle at 157,752 miles, regardless of whether the car was running or parked.
- One owner reported rain leaking in from the top edge of the windshield, making it hard to see while driving.
2014 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 13V377000Aug 21, 2013Electrical System7,767 vehicles
Electrical system
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2014 S60, S80, XC60 and XC70 vehicles equipped with keyless ignition. In the affected vehicles, the Central Electronic Module (CEM) will not perform as intended. As a result, the front windshield wipers might run continuously when the ignition is on. Also, the turn signals, high beams, and headlight switch might not work.
Risk: Malfunctioning head lamps and/or turn signals increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the CEM software, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
2014 Volvo XC70 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18 MPG
- Highway
- 25 MPG
- Combined
- 21 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,100
- 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.
2014 compared with other XC70 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Volvo XC70 reliable?
- Among 12 model years of the XC70, 2014 has the lowest complaint index (0) and only 2 complaints, ranking it 12th worst, meaning it has the fewest reported problems of any year.
- What problems does the 2014 Volvo XC70 have?
- NHTSA lists just 2 complaints for the 2014 XC70: one about a strong fuel smell inside and outside the vehicle and one about water leaking in through the top of the windshield.
- Does the 2014 Volvo XC70 have any recalls?
- Yes, two recalls: one for a seat belt anchor cable replacement and one for a Central Electronic Module software upgrade affecting keyless ignition vehicles.
- What year Volvo XC70 should I avoid?
- Based on NHTSA complaints and recalls, 2005, 2008, and 2010 carry Avoid verdicts, while 2014 is among the best years with a complaint index of 0.