Volvo XC70 2
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
305 PS
3.0L T6 Benzin
Real sport Volvo
Fun to Drive!238–243 PS
3.2L Benzin
4 weaknesses
Good Choice190–197 PS
2.0L D4 Drive-E Diesel
7 weaknesses
Stay Away!Generations
Engine Overview
The Volvo XC70 2 is available with 6 engine variants — from 133 to 305 hp. 3 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Volvo 2.0L D4 Drive-E (Diesel, 190 PS) has the D4204T14 (2.0L D4 Drive-E) — rated: "Stay Away!", 7 known weaknesses.
The Volvo 2.4L D5 (Diesel, 185–215 PS) comes with 3 different engines: D5244T4 (2007–2009, Stay Away!) und D5244T10 (2009–2016, Be Careful) und D5244T15 (2010–2016, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.4L D5!
The Volvo 2.0L T4 Drive-E (Benziner, 190 PS) has the B4204T19 (2.0L T4 Drive-E) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Volvo 2.5L Turbo (Benziner, 230 PS) has the B5254T7 (2.5L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Volvo 3.0L T6 (Benziner, 285–304 PS) comes with 2 different engines: B6304T2 (2007–2010, Be Careful) und B6304T4 (2010–2016, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 3.0L T6!
The Volvo 3.2L (Benziner, 238–243 PS) comes with 2 different engines: B6324S (2007–2010, Be Careful) und B6324S5 (2010–2016, Good Choice). Pay attention to the model year for the 3.2L!
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| CRM control unit or roof Hall sensors faulty The CRM control module and twelve Hall sensors control the exact position of the folding roof. When a sensor fails, the mechanism stops immediately. Symptoms: Roof fault warning in display, roof stops at any position, only readable with VIDA. from 100,000 km | Medium | |
| Electric window regulator faulty The C70 II electric window regulators are prone to cable breaks and failed carriers. Particularly critical on the convertible as the window must function correctly for roof operation. Symptoms: Window can no longer move, cracking noise when operating, window drops into door | Low | |
| Tailgate wiring harness breaks at hinge area The tailgate wiring harness breaks at the left hinge arc through metal fatigue. Particularly affected are the rear window heating element, brake lights, wiper and central locking. Typical and very common problem on the V70 III and XC70 II. Symptoms: 'Tailgate open' message on instrument cluster, rear window heater not working, rear brake lights fail from 80,000 km | Low | |
| Nav/audio system fails due to cold solder joints The audio and navigation system of the V70 III and S80 II fails due to cold solder joints in the control unit. Parking sensors fail at around 170,000 km. Xenon headlights burn out between 170,000 and 200,000 km. Symptoms: Black screen, navigation unresponsive, audio system drops out on cold start from 140,000 km | Medium | |
| Blind spot assistant (BLIS) failure The BLIS blind spot warning system fails due to moisture in the wiring harness or faults in the wing mirror sensors. The warning system remains permanently active or stops responding. Symptoms: BLIS warning light permanently on or system no longer shows warnings from 120,000 km | Low | |
| Faulty infotainment control unit The C70 II infotainment system fails through control unit defects and connectivity problems. Replacement units are available; climate control can also be affected. Symptoms: Display stays black, touchscreen unresponsive, climate control non-functional from 100,000 km | Medium |
Top Reported Issues
Top Reported Issues
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 90 weaknesses have been documented for the Volvo XC70 2 (2007–2016) — 69 engine-related and 21 vehicle-related. 2 problem engines: D5244T4 (2.4L D5), D4204T14 (2.0L D4 Drive-E). Typical issues affect Electronics, Suspension, Steering, Rust. Considered reliable: B6324S5 (3.2L).
XC70 (D5244T4, 2007–2009) — Stay Away!: Injector seal leaking (Black Death), Swirl flap linkage breaks, Timing belt + water pump. Power: 185 PS.
XC70 (D5244T10, 2009–2016) — Be Careful: Injector seal leaking, Swirl flap linkage breaks, Timing belt + water pump. Power: 205 PS.
XC70 (D5244T15, 2010–2016) — Be Careful: Timing belt + water pump, Injector seal leaking, DPF clogs with short-trip use. Power: 215 PS.
XC70 (D4204T14, 2014–2016) — Stay Away!: EGR recall due to fire risk (same as D3), Turbocharger failure — turbine wheel collapse, DPF issues from high EGR soot load. Power: 190 PS.
XC70 (B5254T7, 2007–2016) — Be Careful: Timing belt + water pump, PCV oil separator clogged, Wastegate actuator faulty. Power: 230 PS.
XC70 (B6304T2, 2007–2010) — Be Careful: Elevated oil consumption (pre-2012), Piston ring design flaw on early engines, Thermostat sticks closed. Power: 285 PS.
XC70 (B6324S, 2007–2010) — Be Careful: READ unit (thrust bearing) fails, READ unit bearing failure (up to 2010), Camshaft end plugs leaking. Power: 238 PS.
XC70 (B6304T4, 2010–2016) — Be Careful: Elevated oil consumption (pre-2012), Timing chain (rare, but expensive), Thermostat sticks closed. Power: 304 PS.
XC70 (B4204T19, 2013–2016) — Be Careful: Timing belt — change interval 120,000 km/8 years, Excessive oil consumption due to defective piston rings (up to MY2016), Oil consumption from weak piston rings (VEP4 issue). Power: 190 PS.
What to watch out for with the Volvo XC70? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee