Model year guide

2001 Volvo C70

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2001 Volvo C70 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

2001 Volvo C70 — representative photo
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2001 Volvo C70 at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints9
Typical price$1,900

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2001 Volvo C70 recalls 3

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder NHTSA Campaign #07E023000 · 29/03/2007

CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAIL AND LEAK BRAKE FLUID.

Fix: CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.

Vehicle Speed Control NHTSA Campaign #06V441000 · 15/11/2006

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.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE CURRENT SOFTWARE UPGRADE ONTO THE INVOLVED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.

Exterior Lighting:turn Signal NHTSA Campaign #00V405000 · 06/12/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THERE COULD BE INADEQUATE CONTACT BETWEEN THE BULB AND SOCKET WHICH COULD CAUSE THE FRONT TURN SIGNAL NOT TO FUNCTION AS DESIGNED.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT TURN SIGNAL BULB AND SOCKET.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2001 Volvo C70 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

What's a 2001 Volvo C70 worth?

Low
$1,000
Typical price
$1,900
High
$4,200

From 5 comparable 2001 Volvo C70 listings.

2001 Volvo C70 trims & engines on record

Trims
HT
Engines
2.3L 5-cyl

2001 Volvo C70 vehicles on record

2001 Volvo C70 2001 Volvo C70 HTYV1NC53DX1J016866 2001 Volvo C70 HTYV1NC53D71J020017 2001 Volvo C70 HTYV1NK53D11J028312 2001 Volvo C70 HTYV1NK53D51J026045 2001 Volvo C70 2001 Volvo C70 HTYV1NC53D51J024471

Other Volvo C70 model years

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2001 Volvo C70 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Volvo C70 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2001 Volvo C70. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Volvo C70?

Across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are vehicle speed control, tires, wheels.

How much is a 2001 Volvo C70 worth?

Comparable 2001 Volvo C70 listings run roughly $1,000–$4,200, typically around $1,900 (from 5 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.