2002 Volvo C70: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2002 Volvo C70: 1 recall, 5 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #06V441000 · 2006 · 170,099 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: This resulted in a high number of vehicles going into the limp home mode without need.
The fix: Dealers will install the current software upgrade onto the involved vehicles. The recall began on December 29, 2006.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (2): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (2).
- Engine & cooling (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Equipment (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Steering (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2002 Volvo C70 has 5 owner complaints, ranking #13 of 15 C70 model years for complaints (well below the 13 average). Complaints peaked in 2002 (1 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 63,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2001 (7 complaints, 2 recalls), 2003 (4 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3 L 5-cyl turbo | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | Premium |
| 2.4 L 5-cyl turbo | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | Premium |
| 2.3 L 5-cyl turbo | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 26 | 21 | Premium |
| 2.3 L 5-cyl turbo | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 20 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2002 Volvo C70 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2002 Volvo C70. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2002 Volvo C70 problems?
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (2), engine & cooling (1), equipment (1).
What gas mileage does the 2002 Volvo C70 get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (2.3 L, Manual 5-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2002 Volvo C70 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.