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2003 VOLVO V70

5 recalls Risk Grade: B- Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #09V483000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The fuel pump in your vehicle is a crucial part that sends gasoline from the tank to your engine. Over time, it can crack and leak fuel in hot climates with frequent temperature changes, which can be caused by low-quality fuel.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel pump cracks, you might notice a strong fuel smell or a leak. If there's an ignition source nearby, this could cause a fire.
Free Fix
Your authorized Volvo dealer will inspect and replace the faulty fuel pump with a redesigned one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2001-2005 S80, MODEL YEAR 2001-2004 V70, S60, XC70 AND MODEL YEAR 2003-2005 XC90 VEHICLES SOLD IN OR REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, ARIZONA, ARKANSAS, CALIFORNIA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, HAWAII, KENTUCKY, LOUISIANA, MISSISSIPPI, NEVADA, NEW MEXICO, NORTH CAROLINA, OKLAHOMA, SOUTH CAROLINA, TENNESSEE, TEXAS, UTAH, VIRGINIA AND THE U.S. TERRITORIES. WHEN EXPOSED TO CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS (HOT CLIMATE AND TEMPERATURE CYCLING) OVER TIME AND IN COMBINATION WITH VARYING FUEL QUALITY, THE FUEL PUMP CAN DEVELOP CRACKS IN THE FUEL PUMP FLANGE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE CONDITION OCCURS VEHICLE OWNERS MAY NOTICE FUEL SMELL AND/OR FUEL LEAK WHICH, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL PUMP INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE, AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP WITH A PART OF A MODIFIED DESIGN. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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Critical #07V226000 Plain English
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The fuel pressure sensor in your vehicle is a small part that helps the engine control module know how much fuel is being used. But in some cases, this sensor might send the wrong signal, causing problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the sensor fails, your engine could misfire while driving, which means it won't have enough power to move your vehicle safely. In the worst case, the engine could stall without warning, putting you at risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will replace the faulty fuel pressure sensor with a new one, at no cost to you. This repair is completely free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR LOCATED ON THE LEFT END OF THE FUEL RAIL MAY, AT TIMES, TRANSMIT INCORRECT SIGNAL REGARDING THE FUEL PRESSURE TO THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE. IF THE SIGNAL IS OUTSIDE OF THE PRE-PROGRAMMED ALLOWABLE LIMITS, A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE MAY BE SET AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL COME ON. THE SOLDERED JOINTS ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD OF THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR MAY CRACK DUE TO TEMPERATURE CHANGES AND EXCESSIVE VIBRATIONS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
MISFIRE MAY OCCUR DURING DRIVING THAT, IN TURN, WILL REDUCE THE ENGINE TORQUE AND IN THE WORST CASE SCENARIO, THE ENGINE MAY STALL WITHOUT WARNING. IN CERTAIN TRAFFIC SITUATIONS THIS COULD CAUSE AN UNSAFE SITUATION AND POSSIBLY A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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High Priority #21V800000 Plain English
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AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Manufacturer
Volvo Car USA, LLC
What Happened
The driver's air bag in your V70 or XC70 is a safety device that deploys to protect you in a crash. In some 2001-2007 models, the air bag inflator could weaken over time and explode when it's supposed to deploy.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag inflator explodes, sharp metal fragments could shoot out and hit you or your passengers, causing serious injury or even death. This is a real and immediate risk, and we want to fix it as soon as possible.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will replace the faulty air bag with a new one, completely free of charge. You'll receive a recall notice, and once you schedule the repair, the dealer will take care of the rest.
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Original — What Happened
Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2007 V70 and XC70 vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10136.
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Moderate #10V566000 Plain English
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EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The Garmin GPS unit in your vehicle is a portable navigation system that uses a battery to power it. In some cases, this battery can get too hot, which can cause a fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If the battery overheats, it could catch fire, which is a serious safety risk. You should take this seriously and take action to get it fixed.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the battery in your Garmin GPS unit with a new one and add a protective spacer to prevent future overheating. This service is completely free, so schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
VOLVO ADVISES OWNERS TO PLEASE STOP USING THE GARMIN PORTABLE GPS DEVICE IMMEDIATELY, AND VISIT THE GARMIN WEBSITE TO DETERMINE IF THEIR UNIT IS AFFECTED. THE UNIT'S BATTERY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW BATTERY AND A SPACER WILL BE INSERTED ON TOP OF THE BATTERY NEXT TO THE PCB. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN AT 866-957-1981 OR VISIT GARMIN'S WEBSITE AT WWW.GARMIN.COM/NUVIBATTERYPCBRECALL.
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Low Priority #03V284000 Plain English
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EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
There's a problem with the labels in your vehicle. Specifically, the second ISOFIX guide wasn't installed, and the owner's manual information about ISOFIX might be wrong.
Risk if Unfixed
This doesn't meet safety standards, which means your child restraint system might not be properly attached, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Free Fix
You'll receive a package with the missing ISOFIX guide and installation instructions. You can also take your vehicle to a Volvo dealer to have the guide installed – it's free, and you should contact them to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE SECOND ISOFIX GUIDE WAS NOT INSTALLED IN THESE VEHICLES AND, IN CERTAIN CASES, THE OWNER'S MANUAL ISOFIX INFORMATION IS INCORRECT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Original — Remedy
OWNERS WILL RECEIVE A LETTER/PACKAGE CONSISTING OF THE SECOND ISOFIX GUIDE WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, AND IN CERTAIN CASES, THE CORRECTED OWNER'S MANUAL MAY BE PROVIDED. IF THE OWNER WANTS TO TAKE THEIR VEHICLE TO A VOLVO DEALER FOR INSTALLATION OF THE GUIDE, IT WILL BE PERFORMED AT NO CHARGE TO THE OWNER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 19, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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Browse by Component

EQUIPMENT
2 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 recall
AIR BAGS
1 recall

Other VOLVO V70 Years

2016
1 recall
2015
1 recall
2014
1 recall
2013
1 recall
2012
1 recall
2011
1 recall
2010
3 recalls
2009
3 recalls
2008
4 recalls
2007
2 recalls
2006
4 recalls
2005
4 recalls
2004
6 recalls
2002
6 recalls
2001
9 recalls
2000
6 recalls

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