2004 Volvo XC70 power train problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2004 Volvo XC70 — 11% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“During acceleration the gearing slips between 1st and 2nd gear causing a very hard shift (due to engine acceleration) when the 2nd gear engages. It is dangerous at times in ice or snow. *tr”
filed Jan 1, 2012
“Noticed a severe change for the worse in the handling characteristics of my volvo xc 70 awd vehicle. Lost awd capability, confirmed by front wheels slipping in light snow. Dealer inspection identified failed angle gear and coupler, repair price $2500.00 not covered under warranty. Owner replaced…”
filed Mar 29, 2011
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other XC70 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 XC70 | 1 | 3% |
| 2007 XC70 | 2 | 8% |
| 2005 XC70 | 8 | 30% |
| 2003 XC70 | 5 | 21% |
| 2002 XC70 | 14 | 40% |
| 2001 XC70 | 21 | 32% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2004 Volvo XC70
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.