2002 Volvo C70 ConvertibleVolvo C70 Convertible 2002

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible, manufacturered by Volvo Car Usa, Llc.
The vehicle is described as a Front-Wheel Drive Subcompact Cars 2-door sedan,hardtop,coupe.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
VolvoYV4 YV4 Premium
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
17 - 18 MPG24 - 25 MPG423.19 - 444.35 g/mile
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Sub-models: - C70 Convertible Turbo -

Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible?
     - The 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 17 - 18 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 24 - 25 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible is $3300.
  • Where is the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible produced?
     - The 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible is produced in Uddevalla New Jersey, Sweden.
  • Are there recalls for the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible?
     - There are 2 recall(s) for the 2002 Volvo C70 Convertible, additional information is below.
Available Engine & Drive Classes
  • 2.3L 5 cylinder 5-speed automatic
  • 2.3L 5 cylinder 5-speed manual
  • 2.4L 5 cylinder 5-speed automatic
NHTSA Mandated Recalls

  • Recall 38553 [USA]: This resulted in a high number of vehicles going into the limp home mode without need.

  • Recall 2006311 [Canada]: Other

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Recalls are also available on the Complaints page
NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details

  • Automatic 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive C70 Convertible

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders5
    Engine displacement in liters2.3
    TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsCLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.8755
    City mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Engine cylinders5
    Engine displacement in liters2.3
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3300
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,24
    Vehicle record id17486
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)8
    Model name (carline)C70 Convertible
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)88
    TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 121.9
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 133.1
    EPA vehicle size classSubcompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsCLKUP
    If t, this vehicle is turbochargedT
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013

  • Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive C70 Convertible

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders5
    Engine displacement in liters2.3
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.1671
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Engine cylinders5
    Engine displacement in liters2.3
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3150
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,25
    Vehicle record id17487
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)8
    Model name (carline)C70 Convertible
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)88
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 122.8999
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 134.6999
    EPA vehicle size classSubcompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6000
    If t, this vehicle is turbochargedT
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013

  • Automatic 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive C70 Convertible

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders5
    Engine displacement in liters2.4
    TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsCLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.1671
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Engine cylinders5
    Engine displacement in liters2.4
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3150
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,25
    Vehicle record id17488
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)8
    Model name (carline)C70 Convertible
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)88
    TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 122.6023
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 135.2035
    EPA vehicle size classSubcompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsCLKUP
    If t, this vehicle is turbochargedT
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
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  • SMB00-354-2017-0 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Warranty, customer pay and/or internal repairs performed must be verified by a punched time flag on the back of the repair order hard copy. Each repair line must have a separate and identifiable time punch for the respective repair for all
  • SMB00-325-2017-0 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Service manager bulletin title : service action notification re - mails group : no : issuing department : car market : product safety & compliance united states and canada 00 325 reference bulletins : date : smb00 - 323 and smb00 - 323a yea
  • SMB00-337-2017-1 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Volvo cars service and parts business service manager bulletin title : workshop systems requirements and guidelines vida in 2015 , peer - to - peer infrastructure group : no : issuing department : car market : united states and canada 00 33
  • ST-001-2017-10-0 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Mandatory tool list bulletin: volvo mandatory special tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair volvo cars. They are used in development of volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
  • ST-001-2017-10-0 - COMMUNICATION: Mandatory tool list bulletin: volvo mandatory special tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair volvo cars. They are used in development of volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
  • SMB00-337-2017-1 - COMMUNICATION: Volvo cars service and parts business service manager bulletin title : workshop systems requirements and guidelines vida in 2015 , peer - to - peer infrastructure group : no : issuing department : car market : united states and canada 00 33
  • SMB00-325-2017-1 - AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION: Service manager bulletin title : service action notification re - mails group : no : issuing department : car market : product safety & compliance united states and canada 00 325 reference bulletins : date : smb00 - 323 and smb00 - 323a yea
  • SPJ3176020 - EQUIPMENT: This document is a service product journal: memory used for vida is not fully optimized and below examples of symptoms might therefore occur. Vida will run slow after some time. Vida might freeze. Certain operations might stop working.In
  • TJ2753672 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: This document is a technical journal: information about valid software partnumbers to order and download software for "pds" pre-delivery service
  • PB77-017-2017-06 - WHEELS: This is a parts bulletin: wheel cross reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.
  • PB77-006 - WHEELS:RIM : Winter wheel applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
  • TJ26745.7.2 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: This document is a technical journal: effective immediately, all 12v batteries may betested using the hand held battery tester 9513030 (bt3300). The vida test is stillavailable but no longer required. For battery replacements under warran
  • SPJ31722.1.1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: A new feature will be available in vida version 16.4 where by users will be automatically informed when their passwords are about to expire. The pop-up window example, in the attachment, will be shown 14 days prior to the expiraton date.
  • SPJ31721.1.0 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Below error message may be shown in vida when selecting the software tab in vida. With this message, it will not be possible to purchase software products. "124 - client id is not registered"
  • SPJ31628.7.0 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Vida users are not able to check operations & packages an error message will be shown saying "database error. Please contact system administrator"
  • SPJ31352.1.0 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Alternative solution when vida is unavailable or the electronic wiring diagrams function in vida is unstable. Access by using the applicable url.
  • SMB00-325 - EQUIPMENT: *no description
  • SMB-00-353 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : The volvo technical helpdesk (thd) is a central contact point available to authorized volvo dealer technicians to assist with difficult to repair situations. If for some reason our technical experts cannot solve an issue directly, it will b
  • TJ27536 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Information about valid software partnumbersto order and download software for "pds" pre-delivery service
  • SMB22-206 - ENGINE (PWS): All new volvo engines leave the factory filledwith castrol edge professional as an integral part of their delivery of high performance.Castrol edge professional?S outstandingperformance has made it the oil of choice forvolvo and is the
  • SMB88-001A - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Seat belt extender
  • TJ31543 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: This is a technical journal: this journal is a guide for performing software downloads. Service: *see guide updated oct. 12, 2016 for relevant p5/spa software download information: p5_spa_sw_guide.Pdf see vida software tab for all other veh
  • SMB17-2017A - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Volvo cars service and parts business service manager bulletin title : retail car delivery process all my 2016 s60 , v60 , xc60 , xc70 and s80 group : no:issuing department : car market : united states and canada 17 2016a service operations
  • SMB00-354 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Warranty, customer pay and/or internal repairs performed must be verified by a punched time flag on the back of the repair order hard copy. Each repair line must have a separate and identifiable time punch for the respective repair for all
  • SPJ3070120160419 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: This is a service product journal : the previously reported issue with vida 2015 and battery testing has been resolved. Vida 2015 battery testing is the only approved method for producing battery test codes. The use of vida classic or other
  • SMB-88-001A - SEAT BELTS:FRONT: Volvo: for owners who require front seat belt extenders which are available. *pe
  • TJ-US16761 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM): Volvo: there is a software update. *rm updated 4/11/2012. *kb updated 4/13/12. *pe updated 5/15/12. *pe updated 6/4/12. *pe
  • RTJ-21324 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Volvo: the 5 speed automatic transmission, aw55-50/51, has a bolt on top that anchors the b4 band, which applies 3rd gear. If that bolt is removed, the band will be disengaged and 3rd gear will be inoperative. This includes c70 coupe and
  • 25149C - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Cleaning the crankcase ventilation. *ak
  • 25149B - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Checking crankcase ventilation system. *ak
  • 155 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: Electronic throttle system software upgrade. *tt
  • 149 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: Electronic throttle module (etm) extended warranty. *tt
  • 013 - TIRES: Volvo recommended winter tires. *tt
  • 149 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV): Warranty coverage should a customer epxerience a defect wit the etm system beyond the terms of the normal new car warranty. *tt troubleshooting electronic throttle system (ets). *tt checking crankcase ventilation system. *tt cleani
  • 4002 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM): Transmission control module (tcm) upgrades available to correct complaints/symptoms. *tt
  • 4347 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Difficult to engage 1st and/or reverse gear. *tt
  • 0051 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Vvt solenoid, cleaning. *mr
  • 640015 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS: Power steering suction hose. *tt
  • 2250033 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Heated oxygen sensor (ho2s) replacement. *tt
  • 2843 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some coupes and convertibles may exhibit rough cold start, engine code 56, on vehicles equipped with b5244t low pressure turbo engine. *tt
Known Recall Investigations

  • Throttle control malfunction investigation # PE05041

    Pe05-041 was opened on july, 26, 2005, based on 136 consumer complaints to odi alleging throttle control malfunctions in the subject vehicles.Odi has now received 591 complaints of etm failures which allege symptoms with potential safety related consequences.These include allegations of engine stall, vehicle surging forward without accelerator input, vehicle hesitation upon acceleration and sudden and unexpected transition into reduced performance operation (limp mode).Volvo submitted over 2,900 complaints concerning the etm in the subject vehicles during pe05-041.Odis preliminary analysis of a sample the volvo complaints identified approximately 55 percent with one or more of the symptoms described above.Odi is continuing its assessment of the information contained in the volvo complaints. In november 2005, to resolve an investigation by the california air resources board, volvo announced that it would extend the warranty coverage to 10 years / 200,000 miles for the etm in approximately 356,000 model year 1999 through 2002 passenger cars sold in the united states and canada.Under volvos policy, vehicles that experience etm failures will receive a variety of repairs including etm cleaning, reprogramming the engine control module and/or replacement of the etm. This investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea05-021) to continue to assess the safety consequences of etm failures in the subject vehicles.

Recall investigations are also available on the Complaints page
NHTSA decoded information from VIN

139 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.

Variable Value
Air Bag Loc Front1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Body ClassConvertible/Cabriolet
DisplacementCC2319
DisplacementCI141.514062555
DisplacementL2.3
Doors2
Engine ConfigurationIn-Line
Engine Cylinders5
Engine ManufacturerVolvo
Engine ModelB5234T3
Error Text0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
Fuel Type PrimaryGasoline
MakeVOLVO
MakeID485
ManufacturerVOLVO CAR USA, LLC
Manufacturer Id1006
ModelC70
ModelID3129
Model Year2002
NCSA Body TypeConvertible(excludes sun-roof,t-bar)
NCSA MakeVolvo
NCSA Model70 Series (For XC70 for 2014 on, use model code 402)
Other Engine Infow/o EGR, w/o air pump, OBDII, variable valve timing-exhaust, underfloor catalyst, Bosch Motronic ME 7.0 - EMS, RuLo, ORVR, Transmission: auto and manual
Other Restraint System InfoDual Airbags (SRS)
Plant CityUDDEVALLA
Plant CountrySWEDEN
PretensionerYes
VINYV1NC53DX2J026248
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR
More information on VIN Requirements can be found at Title 49
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20160229

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo c70 convertible. While driving 25 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The electronic throttle control light illuminated. The failure occurred constantly. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 06v441000 (vehicle speed control). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 64,877.

NoNoN NoneNone20111031

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo c70. The contact stated that the vehicle would not shift properly. Sporadically, it would seem to shift into park while accelerating. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis but eventually, the vehicle was taken to a personal mechanic where the transmission was rebuilt. The failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 78,000. The vin was not available.

NoNoN NoneNone20081019

During sun roof retraction a 30" metal brace fell from the internal roof slot for the sun roof on my head. The metal member appears to be a sturdy cross brace held in place by some type of adhesive. I was immensely distracted and was almost involved in a accident. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20070219

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 volvo c70. The contact stated that the vehicle needed a new transmission at 60,000 miles. The vehicle fails to shift into second gear. When it finally shifts into gear, the vehicle jerks. The contact discovered numerous complaints of consumers experiencing the same failures. The dealer has not yet been notified. The failure mileage was 57,000 and current mileage was 60,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20040113

Volvo c70 - 2002 -- leaks power-steering fluid so fast i cannot drive the car. I have had it towed to the volvo dealer three times for the same problem and it still has not been fixed. It is undriveable. The volvo company refuses to give me any assistance as far as repurchasing the car. The dealer that has worked on it had not given volvo headquarters the reasons for the car being in their shop.

NoNoN NoneNone20021030

Coolant warning light came on volvo dealer notified. Appointment scheduled next day. Owners' manual instructs do not use coolant other than volvo coolant. Neither manual nor dealer advise not to drive car. That day while driving, oil light flickers while stopped at traffic light. Immediately pulled over. Engine seized and destroyed. Car had only 2250 miles and only 60 days old. Volvo disclaims responsibility. Dt

Common OBD-II Error Codes
  • C0000 [1] Vehicle Speed Information Circuit Invalid Data
For a complete list of all consumer complaints and OBD II codes, see the Complaints page
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
YV1NK48K92J0302832002C70UDDEVALLA , SWEDEN
YV1NC53DX2J0262482002C70UDDEVALLA , SWEDEN
YV1NK53D32J0307602002C70UDDEVALLA , SWEDEN
YV1NC53K92J0301672002C70UDDEVALLA , SWEDEN
YV1NC53DX2J0289402002C70UDDEVALLA , SWEDEN
YV1NK53D32J0309982002C70UDDEVALLA , SWEDEN

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