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2009 Volvo V70 repairs by problem area
Engine (23%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (11%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (43%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)
Other (9%)
Chart based on 47 repairs.
2009 Volvo V70 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (8%)
$500 - $999 (11%)
$100 - $499 (24%)
< $100 (58%)
Chart based on 38 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2009 Volvo V70
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| Volvo V70 in Iowa, United States Nov 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Dec 20092000 mi | Check engine light - misfires in multiple cylinders. Fuel system and spark plugs replaced with no improvement. | ||
2009 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 281hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volvo V70 in New South Wales, Australia Jul 2009 - Dec 2011 | |||
| Apr 20106200 mi | Nearside rear door lock replaced | ||
2009 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 182hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volvo V70 in Romania Jul 2010 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Sep 201026040 mi | coolant fluid too low, refilled for free. | ||
| Aug 201263600 mi | Loosing coolant every 900 km 250 cc. After investigation, turned out to be reservoir cap, replaced it. | ||
| Sep 201389280 mi$167 | Strut bearing | ||
| Jul 2014102080 mi$860 | wervelklep vervangen / swirl valve replacement | ||
2009 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volvo V70 in New York, United States Jul 2012 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Aug 201275700 mi | Camshaft-driven vacuum pump for brake booster was leaking engine oil onto the transmission. Shaft seal had failed. Apparently common on this engine. Took the dealer 3 tries, but finally repaired under compulsory used car warranty. No power to right-hand license plate light. Problem was somewhere inside the sealed fixture, and probably an unrepaired original defect. Cut a wire, drilled through the housing, and soldered wire to the appropriate terminal. | ||
| Apr 201381300 miUS $220 | Alternator was whistling/whining loudly. Replaced alternator with a remanufactured unit. | ||
| Mar 201489000 miUS $1300 | Replaced A/C compressor due to a failed bearing on compressor clutch. Pulley was visibly wobbling from side to side. Noticed due to repetitive flappnig/thumping noises as pulley contacted other parts. | ||
| Aug 201492000 miUS $73 | One valve stem developed a large crack, causing the tire to lose air. New TPMS sensor installed by local tire shop. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Utah, United States Jul 2016 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Oct 201699700 miUS $790 | Radiator fan running erratically and running continuously after the vehicle was shut off. Failure of the fan control module software required replacement of whole fan asembly. Recall in 09 for same issue but vehicle VIN not included. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Washington, United States Mar 2012 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Oct 201224500 mi | Battery wouldn't hold a charge. Dealer found bad cells. | ||
| Jul 201333000 mi | Creaking noise coming from rear hatch when driving over bumps. This is a known problem addressed by a Technical Service Bulletin. The problem was resolved with adjustment and lube of the affected parts. | ||
| Jan 201530500 mi | Car intermittently cranks without immediate starting.can take 5 seconds of cranking before it fires. Dealer unable to duplicate. Creaking in rear cargo area especially when going over speed bumps. This is a known issue and simply involves lubing the joints where rubbing occurs. The lubricant seems to last about 1.5 years. | ||
| Sep 202194000 miUS $200 | Windshield washer reservoir was leaking. Replaced with new. | ||
| Volvo V70 in Tennessee, United States Jul 2009 - Jul 2011 | |||
| Dec 200910000 mi | AC/Heat fan motor whines. Dealer states problem normal. Car will return in a week for 2nd attempt to fix. | ||
| Jan 201011000 mi | Heating and A/C fan motor making noise during routine driving. Two trips to dealer and not able to duplicate. | ||
| Mar 201014000 mi | Heating and cooling fan motor/housing replaced under warranty. | ||
| Jun 201018000 mi | Re-set transmission console, replace radio surround trim. | ||
| Jul 201018000 mi | IAQS not working, download software. Front Parking Assist too sensitive, download software. Re-set transmission console (4th time). | ||
| Volvo V70 in California, United States Jul 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jul 2009500 mi | Forward and aft power motor for the driver’s seat failed. | ||
| Aug 20091000 mi | Replaced power steering racl due to leak. SRS warning light. Reset it.They informed us if the light comes back on, they will replace the sensor. | ||
| Sep 20091000 mi | SRS light bad sensor. Replaced this time. We also noticed that one of our aft parking assist sensors was somewhat pushed in. We asked the dealer if they would check the sensors, they did and corrected the problem. | ||
| Volvo V70 in California, United States Jul 2009 - Jan 2018 | |||
| Jul 201019000 mi | There was a knocking sound coming from the steering column. They had to order/replace the entire steering column. | ||
| Dec 201133000 mi | AM Radio stopped working. They replaced the am radio. | ||
| Mar 201682000 miUS $678 | oil leakage on engine area crankcase breather box on top of engine was replaced. replace vacuum pump rings | ||
| Jul 2017115000 miUS $224 | Rear brakes and rotors | ||
| Volvo V70 in Wisconsin, United States Jul 2009 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Aug 20092000 mi | AM RADIO STOPPED WORKING, THEY ORDERED PARTS. | ||
| Sep 20093000 mi | They replaced radio. Car was overheating, wiring from engine fan to computer was repaired. | ||
| Nov 20096000 mi | Car overheating. Dealer replaced fan control. | ||
| Jun 201254000 mi | hood open light would come on when driving. solution, replace hood latch. | ||
| Sep 201256000 mi | DEAD BATTERY, WARRANTY TOW AND REPLACED | ||
| Sep 201375000 miUS $450 | LEAKING VACUUM PUMP | ||
| Jun 2016110000 miUS $450 | Replaced leaking expansion valve. (did not fix) | ||
| Jul 2016110800 miUS $1800 | Warm a/c again - replaced leaking evap & condensor/dryer. repair leaking cv joint, reseal. | ||
| Jan 2017108000 miUS $1200 | heater blower motor inop, replaced motor. | ||
| Mar 2017123000 miUS $250 | replace (front) sway bar links | ||
| Apr 2018137000 miUS $200 | leaking vacuum hose | ||
2009 Volvo V70 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder diesel automatic 2WD
| Volvo V70 in Great Britain Apr 2012 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Nov 201559700 mi£570 | Radiator core leaking, radiator replaced | ||
| May 201663000 mi£320 | Nre bushes inrear suspension arms. | ||
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