2002 Volvo V70XC: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2002 Volvo V70XC: 1 recall, 27 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #04V051000 · 2004 · 3,242 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain sport utility vehicles, the rear left and right brake light relays May not function when the brake pedal is depressed or May stay on continuously. The high positioned brake light and all other tail lights will not be affected.
Why it matters: If the brake lights fail to come on, there will be no lower brake lights to indicate to following vehicles that the vehicle is decelerating, which could result in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the brake light relay with two relays of a modified design. Owner notification began on February 23, 2004. Owners should contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (12): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (10).
- Fuel & propulsion (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Speed control / throttle (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Fuel system (3): the most common themes are leaks (2).
The 2002 Volvo V70XC has 27 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 10 V70XC model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 41). Complaints peaked in 2011 (6 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 8 years old, at a median of 98,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2001 (144 complaints, 1 recalls), 2003 (12 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 5-cyl turbo | Automatic (S5) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 20 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2002 Volvo V70XC have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2002 Volvo V70XC. 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 V70XC problems?
Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (12), fuel & propulsion (4), speed control / throttle (3).
What gas mileage does the 2002 Volvo V70XC get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (2.4 L, Automatic (S5)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2002 Volvo V70XC repair manual?
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