Question 1

Is the Volvo XC70 reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Volvo XC70 has 77 total NHTSA complaints across 6 model years. The most reliable years are 2016 (7 complaints), 2015 (9 complaints), 2013 (9 complaints). Years to avoid: 2011 (18 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Volvo XC70 should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2011 Volvo XC70. The 2011 model has the most complaints (18) with the top issue being DOORS/LATCHES.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Volvo XC70?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Volvo XC70 are 2016 (7 complaints), 2015 (9 complaints), 2013 (9 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2016	7	Car stalled at an intersection twice. We took it ...	Excellent Reliability
2015	9	My Volvo XC70 has had a sudden and significant inc...	Above Average
2013	9	WINDSHIELD LOOSE AT TOP SEALING SURFACE PER MECHAN...	Above Average
2012	17	WINDSHIELD WIPER SPEED ON HIGHEST SETTING IS UNABL...	Average
2011	18	BACK DOOR LATCH IS DEFECTIVE. *TT...	Below Average
2010	17	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLVO XC70. WHILE DRIV...	Average

Volvo XC70 — All Years

Volvo XC70 — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid