2009 Volvo Xc70: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2009 Volvo Xc70? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 15 complaints, with Wheel Issues as the top reported area.
2009 Volvo Xc70 Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2009 Volvo Xc70 trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2009 Volvo Xc70 Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2009 Volvo Xc70 has 15 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Wheel Issues. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.
- Make
- Volvo
- Model
- Xc70
- Model year
- 2009
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 15
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 5
- Top reported component
- Wheel Issues
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 18
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 15 / 23
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2009 Volvo Xc70 Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Wheel Issues
Tire Issues
Fuel/Propulsion System
Complaint patterns center on Wheel Issues, Tire Issues, Fuel/Propulsion System. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2009 Volvo Xc70?
The 2009 Volvo Xc70 looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2009 Volvo Xc70
Inspection Focus
- Inspect wheels for damage or unusual wear.
- Check tire condition and pressure regularly.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for fuel, steering, engine, and electrical systems.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect wheels for damage or unusual wear.
- Check tire condition and pressure regularly.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for fuel, steering, engine, and electrical systems.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2009 Volvo Xc70, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 15 NHTSA complaints for the 2009 Volvo XC70, issues appear concentrated in wheel and tire components, with fewer reports in fuel, steering, engine, and electrical systems. No crash-related complaints were recorded, but the low complaint volume limits confidence in these patterns.
- Wheel Issues account for the highest number of complaints (4).
- Tire Issues are the second most reported component (3 complaints).
- Fuel/Propulsion System, Steering Defects, Engine Problems, and Electrical Faults each have 2 complaints.
- Wheel Issues
- Tire Issues
- Fuel/Propulsion System
All 2009 Volvo Xc70 Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Volvo Xc70. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2009 Volvo Xc70. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
When it rains, water continuously drips through the windshield. It is distracting and obstructs my vision.
Driver side door latch does not lock. It seems secure but one latch does not move. Warning light comes on. I’m concerned about driving it
VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN AS IF IT IS NOT GETTING FUEL, STALLS AND SHUTS OFF. IT WILL RESTART AFTER SITTING FOR A WHILE BUT WILL ONLY GO A SHORT DISTANCE BEFORE DOING IT AGAIN. FIRST OCCURENCE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING AT 65 MPH IN FAIRLY FAST MOVING TRAFFIC CREATING A VERY UNSAFE SITUATI…
VEHICLE STALLS, IT WILL START UP AGAIN, CAN BE DRIVEN A SHORT DISTANCE BUT STALLS AGAIN THIS HAPPENS WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION HAS HAPPENED ON CITY STREETS AND ON THE HIGHWAY A RECALL IS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS PROBLEM VOLVO RECALL NO.R215 RECALL 09V3433000 COMPONENT: ELECTRIC…
I STARTED HEARING A LOUD NOISE WHEN I TURNED THE STEERING WHEEL. THE MECHANIC TRIED CHANGING THE POWER STEERING FLUID. THIS REMEDIED THE PROBLEM FOR 6 MONTHS BEFORE THE NOISE RETURNED. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION BY AN IMPORT CAR SERVICE, THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE RACK AND PINION STEERIN…
REAR MIDDLE SEAT BELT LATCH FAILED TO WORK OR SECURE PERSON. IT WILL NOT CLICK. LOCAL VOLVO DEALER IS CHARGING TO REPAIR THE SAFETY ITEM.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM FAILED. ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS (4/14/14 AND 8/25/14) LOW PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON. WHEN CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE, THE STEMS DISINTEGRATED. TIRES WENT FLAT. REPLACED FLAT TIRE WITH SPARE AND DROVE TO LOCAL TIRE SHOP. THE TIRE SERVICE MECHANIC TOL…
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM CATASTROPHIC FAILURE. WHILE CHECKING THE TIRE AIR PRESSURE ROUTINELY, TWO SEPARATE TIRE VALVES BROKE OFF AND THE TIRES WENT FLAT IMMEDIATELY. VOLVO REFUSED TO COVER THE REPAIR ($100 PER VALVE AND PRESSURE MONITORING SENSOR). I REPLACED ALL 4 AT LOC…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT STATED THE TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AS THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BECAME DEFLATED. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THE TIRE WAS REPLACED WITH A SPARE. THE MANUFACTURE…
BRAKE PADS ON PASSENGER SIDE/RIGHT REAR WEARING PREMATURELY OR FASTER THAN PADS ON OTHER WHEELS, OR IN RELATION TO OTHER 3 WHEELS. EITHER BRAKE CALIPERS ARE STICKING OR THERE IS A SOFTWARE OR ELECTRONIC BRAKING PROBLEM ON THE CAR. LOCAL VOLVO DEALER (ONLY ONE IN IDAHO) INDICATED …
LOW COOLANT WARNING LIGHT COMES ON EVERY 2 - 3 MONTHS. VEHICLE CONTINUES TO NEED COOLANT ADDED AT REGULAR INTERVALS. DEALERSHIP HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIND LEAK OR FAULT WITH WARNING LIGHT TO DATE. I AM CONVINCED THERE'S A MALFUNCTION YET TO BE DETERMINED. *TR
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED THE SPEEDOMETER AND THE FUEL GAUGE STOPPED WORKING; LEAVING THE CONTACT UNAWARE OF SPEED AND THE AMOUNT OF FUEL IN THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD MAJOR E…
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 09V343000, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SOFTWARE RECALL IS RELATED TO HIS YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL VEHICLE. HE WAS DISPLEASED TO KNOW THAT HIS VIN WAS EXCLUDED FROM THE RECALL. THE CONTACT HAD CONCERN…
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 VOLVO XC70. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING SHE NOTICED A VERY LOUD NOISE IN THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND DETERMINED THAT THE HOSE THAT PROVIDED STEERING FLUID TO THE STEERING SYSTEM CAUSED THE STEERING RACK TO FAI…
CONSUMER HAS ISSUES WITH THE POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE HE RECEIVED RECENTLY AT HIS LOCAL VOLVO DEALERSHIP. *NJ THE CONSUMER WAS TRYING TO GET A RECALL ISSUE RESOLVED REGARDING THE FAN CONTROL MODULE. HOWEVER, HE WAS TOLD PREFERENTIAL WAS GIVEN TO CLIENTS THAT PURCHASED VEHICLES FRO…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2009 Volvo Xc70.
2009 Volvo Xc70 Recalls
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2009 Volvo Xc70. 5 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2009 Volvo Xc70 Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2009 Volvo Xc70 reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 15 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2009 Volvo Xc70 looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Volvo Xc70?▾
#1: Wheel Issues (4 complaints). #2: Tire Issues (3 complaints). #3: Fuel/Propulsion System (2 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2009 Volvo Xc70?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2009 Volvo Xc70?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2009 Volvo Xc70, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 15 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2009 Volvo Xc70 have any recalls?▾
Yes. 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2009 Volvo Xc70. A major recall area is SEAT BELTS:FRONT. 5 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2009 Volvo Xc70?▾
The 2009 Volvo Xc70 looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Wheel Issues during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Volvo Xc70 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
Owner Reliability Rating
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.