Does the 1999 Volvo S70 have any recalls?

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: vehicle speed control, exterior lighting, fuel system, gasoline. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1999 Volvo S70 recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Volvo dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1999 Volvo S70?

205 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1999 Volvo S70 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1999 Volvo S70. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Volvo been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

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1999 Volvo S70 recalls, newest first

November 15, 2006NHTSA 06V441000170,099 vehicles potentially affected

Vehicle speed control

Summary: 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.
Consequence: This resulted in a high number of vehicles going into the limp home mode without need.
Remedy: 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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 21, 2004NHTSA 04V50400097,000 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Headlights › Switch

Summary: On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, over an extended period of time, the headlight switch may cease to function.
Consequence: The head lights may not operate properly which could result in intermittent or no headlight function. This could impair a driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 6, 2000NHTSA 00V405000245,894 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Turn signal

Summary: 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.
Consequence: This would fail to warn an approaching driver that the vehicle is turning and could lead to a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right front turn signal bulb and socket.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 25, 1999NHTSA 99V0350003,632 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary: 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.
Consequence: In the event of a vehicle crash, fuel leakage could occur. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install a fuel filter protection bracket.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 205 complaints about the 1999 Volvo S70 with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 13
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 12
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Vehicle speed control65
Electrical system41
Fuel system23
Engine and engine cooling17
Engine and engine cooling › Engine9

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Questions

Does the 1999 Volvo S70 have any recalls?: 4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: vehicle speed control, exterior lighting, fuel system, gasoline. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1999 Volvo S70 recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Volvo dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1999 Volvo S70?: 205 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.