1998 Volvo S70 latches/locks/linkages problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the latches/locks/linkages on the 1998 Volvo S70 — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Dt*: the contact stated once the passenger side door and both rear doors are locked, they can not be opened from the inside. In order for occupants to exit the vehicle, while the doors are locked, the door must be opened by someone from the outside. The dealer recommended replacing the auto window…”
filed May 22, 2006
“Front passenger inside door handle would stick. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak *sc *jb”
filed Dec 23, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Latches/locks/linkages problems in other S70 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 S70 | 3 | 2% |
| 1999 S70 | 4 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 Volvo S70
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.