Volvo V70: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 48,646 Volvo V70 cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1997 and 2017.
In a sample of 400 cars, 63.5% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre tread depth insufficient (13.5% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 18 recalls for this model; 6.8% of registered cars still have an open recall.
3.4% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 13.5% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 12% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 10.5% |
| Tyre damaged | 9.5% |
| Excessive leak of other fluids | 7.5% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 7.5% |
| Drive shaft boot damaged and not sealing | 6.8% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 6% |
| Particulate filter not working properly, particle count too high | 5.3% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 5% |
Share of 400 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 17% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 7.8% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 3% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 1% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 48,646 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 6.8% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 3.4% |
| Used as a taxi | 0.1% |
| First registered | 1997 to 2017 |
All Volvo V70 passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-12 | seats | – | 1 |
| 2021-10-15 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 126 |
| 2020-10-22 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 9,906 |
| 2020-07-08 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 21,376 |
| 2020-07-06 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 12,186 |
| 2020-06-29 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 102,166 |
| 2020-03-20 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 779 |
| 2020-03-18 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 2,184 |
| 2019-12-17 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 7,683 |
| 2019-12-17 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 9,810 |
| 2019-07-03 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 36,793 |
| 2019-01-24 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 17,022 |
| 2016-02-29 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 300 |
| 2016-02-16 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 188 |
| 2016-02-08 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 55 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Volvo V70 fail the APK?
In a sample of 400 cars first registered 2012–2021, 63.5% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Volvo V70?
The most common APK defects are: tyre tread depth insufficient (13.5%), number plate light not working (properly) / missing (12%), tyre pressure incorrect (10.5%).
Does the Volvo V70 have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 18 recalls. 6.8% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Volvo models
XC40 · XC60 · V60 · V40 · XC90 · EX30 · V50 · S60 · EX40 · V90 · XC70 · C30 · S40 · S80 · C70
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.