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2000 Volvo V70 recalls
NHTSA has 5 safety recall campaigns on record for the 2000 Volvo V70. Decode your VIN to confirm the exact vehicle.
Recall list
Vehicle speed control
NHTSA 06V441000November 15, 2006170,099 units
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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
NHTSA 04V504000October 21, 200497,000 units
Problem: On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, over an extended period of time, the headlight switch may cease to function.
Risk: 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.
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
NHTSA 04V451000September 13, 2004149,799 units
Problem: On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, under certain operating conditions, some electric cooling fans may overheat potentially causing heat damage and, in rare instances, a fire in the engine compartment.
Risk: A fire in the engine compartment could occur.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the cooling fan. The recall began on november 29, 2004. Customers should contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552.
Exterior lighting:turn signal
NHTSA 00V405000December 6, 2000245,894 units
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Latches/locks/linkages:tailgate:latch
NHTSA 00V239000August 24, 20004,957 units
Problem: On certain station wagons, the tailgate locking mechanism may have been incorrectly manufactured which, in combination with cold temperatures, could cause improper locking of the tailgate.
Risk: The tailgate may not lock properly.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the locking mechanism for the tailgate. Owner notification began september 25, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Source: NHTSA recall database. A recall applies to vehicles built in a specific date range; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Questions
How many recalls does the 2000 Volvo V70 have?
NHTSA records list 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2000 Volvo V70.
How do I know if my 2000 Volvo V70 has an open recall?
Enter your VIN on NHTSA.gov's recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls). It shows unrepaired recalls for your exact vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.