NHTSA model-year recall report

2002 Volvo C70 Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

Affected systems

Urgent advisories

Nov 15, 2006

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At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Volvo C70 average of 2.4 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Vehicle Speed Control, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2002 Volvo C70 recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 06V441000

Vehicle Speed Control

Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.

Reported Nov 15, 2006

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE CURRENT SOFTWARE UPGRADE ONTO THE INVOLVED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Volvo C70 model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

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2002 Volvo C70 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2002 Volvo C70 have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2002 Volvo C70. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2002 Volvo C70?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology