Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2001 Volvo C70 Convertible, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Engine and engine cooling4
- Vehicle speed control4
- Tires2
- Electrical system2
- Structure1
- Power train1
- Wheels1
- Suspension1
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Fuel consumption
Official Canadian test results for 3 variants: combined 11.3–11.8 L/100 km (about 20–21 mpg US), CO₂ 260–271 g/km.
| Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| C70 Convertible Turbo · Subcompact · Premium gasoline | 13.0 | 9.3 | 11.3 |
| C70 Convertible Turbo · Subcompact · Premium gasoline | 13.3 | 9.5 | 11.6 |
| C70 Convertible Turbo · Subcompact · Premium gasoline | 13.4 | 9.8 | 11.8 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
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.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Volvo told its dealers about the 2001 Volvo C70 Convertible: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 630822 | CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN OF SHIFT QUALITY.*YD |
| 620109 | INFORMATION TO ALL VOLVO RETAILERS (US & CANADA) REGARDING VEHICLES WITH INADEQUATE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE HEADLIGHT WIPER BLADE AND THE STOP LUG. INFORMATION CONTAINS SERVICE MANAGER BULLETIN 35-101A, SERVICE BULLETIN 36-0018, PARTS BULLETIN 35-101A AND OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER. *TT |
| 10249191 | This is a Technical Journal: 12V Battery Testing Method |
| 10241661 | COMPLIMENTARY UPGRADE C00009 DESCRIPTION. |
| 10241651 | Rubber cushion |
| 10219421 | Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information August 2022; Improvement List (Change Log) - US21+OBD22 (13L VGT, TC) And US17+OBD22 (11L) Emissions |
| 10213885 | The Deutronic DBL-1200 is an advanced battery maintainer/charger with the flexibility to be updated as products and repair methods evolve. |
| 10213883 | ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations |
| 10213882 | Battery Charger/maintainer requirement |
| 10212892 | Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS) |
| 10212891 | VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App |
| 10087107 | THIS IS A SERVICE PRODUCT JOURNAL : THE PREVIOUSLY REPORTED ISSUE WITH VIDA 2015 AND BATTERY TESTING HAS BEEN RESOLVED. VIDA 2015 BATTERY TESTING IS THE ONLY APPROVED METHOD FOR PRODUCING BATTERY TEST CODES. THE USE OF VIDA CLASSIC OR OTHER MEASURING TOOLS IS NOT CONSIDERED ACCEPTABLE WHEN SUBMITTING WARRANTY CLAIMS. |
| 10037893 | VOLVO: THERE IS A SOFTWARE UPDATE. *RM UPDATED 4/11/2012. *KB UPDATED 4/13/12. *PE UPDATED 5/15/12. *PE UPDATED 6/4/12. *PE |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)
NHTSA investigations
THROTTLE CONTROL MALFUNCTION
THROTTLE CONTROL MALFUNCTION
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation