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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2012 Volvo C70 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2012 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
1
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
23
Latest campaign
Oct 18, 2011

Recall summary by component1

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Equipment1Oct 18, 2011
11V508000

Safety recalls1

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0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Oct 18, 2011Latest campaign
Oct 18, 201111V508000

Equipment: other labels

A MISPRINTED LABEL COULD LEAD TO IMPROPER TIRE INFLATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

DetailsHide details for campaign 11V508000
What's wrong
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2012 C70 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 15, 2005, THROUGH JULY 31, 2011, AND MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 S60 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 14, 2010, THROUGH APRIL 16, 2011, THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL ACCESSORY SPARE TIRE KIT. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NUMBER. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES DO NOT CONTAIN THE CORRECT INFORMATION FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE OPTIONAL ACCESSORY SPARE TIRE AND WHEEL KIT.
Risk
A MISPRINTED LABEL COULD LEAD TO IMPROPER TIRE INFLATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
VOLVO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE AND INSTALL THE LABEL AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-201-768-7300.
Campaign
NHTSA 11V508000 · Oct 18, 2011
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Volvo recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component23

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
23Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Unknown or other1148000
Structure835000
Power train29000
Suspension29000
Wheels29000
Latches/locks/linkages14000
Electrical system14000
Service brakes14000
Seat belts14000

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Unknown or other

    “Door unlocking while driving”

    Filed 05/27/2026 · ODI 11740323
  • Structure

    “The drivers side door keeps opening while driving. I see recalls for other volvo models but not mine. This is very concerning when driving on the highway”

    Filed 08/18/2025 · ODI 11681243
  • Latches/locks/linkages

    “While in transit, the passenger door periodically unlatches on its own. There is a safeguard that prevents the door from completely swinging open when this happens. This problem has not been inspected by a professional.”

    Filed 07/07/2025 · ODI 11671696

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2012 Volvo C70 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2012 Volvo C70 have?

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2012 Volvo C70. The most recent, 11V508000 (reported October 18, 2011), concerns equipment. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2012 Volvo C70?

Unknown or other is the most-reported component, named in 11 complaints out of 23 filed with NHTSA (48%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2012 Volvo C70?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Volvo recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Volvo dealer.

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