2002 Volvo V70

$3,900
from
3
listings
$4K–$8K
price range
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Low$3,900
High$7,500
From$3,900
Avg Mileage158,333 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 3 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Safety

6 active recalls on record. Review the safety section before buying

2002 Volvo V70 Trims

All Trims Combined
From$3,900
$4K–$8K
3 listings158,333 avg miles
2.4
From$1,990
4 listings|$2K–$7K
2.5T
From$699
4 listings|$699–$5K
Cross Country
From$1,999
5 listings|$2K–$8K

2002 Volvo V70 Pricing

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Volvo V70 Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 6 recalls and 106 complaints, the 2002 Volvo V70 rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

6
Recalls
106
Complaints
6
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
06V4410002006-15-11
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

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.

THIS RESULTED IN A HIGH NUMBER OF VEHICLES GOING INTO THE LIMP HOME MODE WITHOUT NEED.

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03V2840002003-01-08
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

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.

THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.

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10V5660002010-08-11
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.

AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.

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09V4830002009-18-12
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

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.

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.

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21V8000002021-14-10
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

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.

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

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04V0510002004-02-02
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE REAR LEFT AND RIGHT BRAKE LIGHT RELAYS MAY NOT FUNCTION WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY STAY ON CONTINUOUSLY. THE HIGH POSITIONED BRAKE LIGHT AND ALL OTHER TAIL LIGHTS WILL NOT BE AFFECTED.

IF THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAIL TO COME ON, THERE WILL BE NO LOWER BRAKE LIGHTS TO INDICATE TO FOLLOWING VEHICLES THAT THE VEHICLE IS DECELERATING, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2002 Volvo V70's biggest weak point? POWER TRAIN. It leads 106 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Power Train25
02Vehicle Speed Control12
03Fuel/propulsion System9
04Fuel System, Gasoline8
05Exterior Lighting7
106 total across 1 model years (2002–2002)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Volvo V70 Fuel Economy

20–21mpg combined
·
17-19city
·
23-26hwy
·
$3,900-$4,100/yr

Fuel economy for the 2002 Volvo V70 ranges from 20 to 21 MPG combined across 7 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
V70 FWD - Automatic 5-spd
21mpg
2.4L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
V70 FWD - Automatic 5-spd
21mpg
2.4L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
V70 FWD - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.3L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
V70 FWD - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.4L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city25 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
V70 AWD - Automatic (S5)
20mpg
2.4L 5-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor
V70 FWD - Automatic (S5)
20mpg
2.3L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor
V70 XC AWD - Automatic (S5)
20mpg
2.4L 5-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
17 city23 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2002 Volvo V70

10States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Washington (23%), but the remaining listings are spread across 9 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2002.

2002 Volvo V70: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2002 Volvo V70 a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2002 Volvo V70. There are 6 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2002 Volvo V70?

Yes, 6 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2002 Volvo V70?

Fuel economy ranges from 20 to 21 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $125 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2002 Volvo V70?

POWER TRAIN problems top the list with 106 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2002 compare to other Volvo V70 years?

Each Volvo V70 model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Volvo V70 overview page.

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