The 2008 Volvo XC70 has 7 recalls, the most serious involving side curtain and side impact airbags that can deploy late in a crash, reducing protection for occupants.
The airbag issue stems from software in the restraint system control module and has been addressed across multiple filings, though if prior repairs were not completed the risk remains. There is also a front seatbelt recall where the pretensioner or belt assembly may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash. On the mechanical side, the engine cooling fan can stop working due to a software error in the fan control module, which can cause the engine to overheat and break down, with reduced air conditioning performance as an early warning sign. The remaining recalls involve the tire and wheel information label on the rear driver's side door pillar, which was printed without the required wheel rim size, making it harder to confirm that the correct tires and rims are fitted to the vehicle.
At a glance
What can fail
The flexible steel cable connecting the seat belt to front seats can weaken over time, potentially preventing the seat belt from properly securing an occupant during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable in both front seats.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The tire pressure information labels and owner's manual contain incorrect maximum tire inflation pressure specifications that don't meet federal safety standards.
What the fix does
Volvo will replace the pressure labels, update the tire pressure monitoring software, and apply a corrected label to your owner's manual at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error in the Fan Control Module can cause the engine cooling fan to stop working, leading to reduced air conditioning performance and rapid engine temperature increases that may result in engine failure.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the Fan Control Module with a corrected unit.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The wheel information label on the driver's side door pillar is missing the wheel rim size, which prevents owners from knowing the correct tire and rim specifications for their vehicle.
What the fix does
Owners receive a correct certification label with installation instructions. Dealers can install it if preferred.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The wheel information label on your driver's side door pillar is missing the wheel size (rim) information required by safety standards.
What the fix does
You will receive replacement labels and instructions to install the correct wheel size information on your door pillar.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Safety Restraint System control module has incorrect software. The inflatable curtain and side impact airbag may not deploy properly, and the side impact protection system may activate late during a crash.
What the fix does
The dealer will update the software in the Safety Restraint System control module.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Software errors in the airbag control unit may delay inflation of side curtain and side impact airbags during certain side crashes, and may cause false SRS warning messages and lights.
What the fix does
Dealers will upgrade the airbag control unit software.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
