Model year guide

1999 Volvo S70

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 Volvo S70 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 17 on record.

1999 Volvo S70 at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints218
Combined20–21 mpg
Typical price$794

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

1999 Volvo S70 recalls 4

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.

Exterior Lighting:headlights:switch NHTSA Campaign #04V504000 · 21/10/2004

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY CEASE TO FUNCTION.

Fix: ON VEHICLES WITH AN ORIGINAL OEM SWITCH, DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH. ALL OTHER VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED TO DETERMINE IF THE SWITCH HAS EEN DAMAGED AND REPLACE ONLY IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 24, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings NHTSA Campaign #99V035000 · 25/02/1999

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ALL-WHEEL-DRIVE SEDANS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." THE FUEL FILTER BRACKET CONFIGURATION MARGINS ARE INSUFFICIENT.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUEL FILTER PROTECTION BRACKET.

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.

1999 Volvo S70 common problems

Owners have filed 218 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

1999 Volvo S70 safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1999 Volvo S70 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

1999 Volvo S70 MPG & running costs

Combined20–21 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,020

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 5 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 1999 Volvo S70 worth?

Low
$500
Typical price
$794
High
$1,000

From 9 comparable 1999 Volvo S70 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1999 Volvo S70 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,100
Fuel only$20,100
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1999 Volvo S70 trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · GLT · T5
Engines
2.4L 5-cyl · 2.3L 5-cyl

1999 Volvo S70 vehicles on record

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Other Volvo S70 model years

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1999 Volvo S70 — frequently asked questions

Does the 1999 Volvo S70 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1999 Volvo S70. 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 1999 Volvo S70?

Owners have filed 218 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are vehicle speed control, electrical system, electronic stability control (esc).

What is the 1999 Volvo S70 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 1999 Volvo S70 crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 1999 Volvo S70 get?

The 1999 Volvo S70 has U.S. EPA estimates of 20–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (5 versions).

How much is a 1999 Volvo S70 worth?

Comparable 1999 Volvo S70 listings run roughly $500–$1,000, typically around $794 (from 9 vehicles).

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