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2012 Volvo C70 T5

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2012 Volvo C70 – front Unverified
Photo: 2013 Volvo C70 T5 Inscription in Electric Silver Metallic, front left, 2025-09-22 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the second generation (facelift) (M, 2010–2013); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 2013 Volvo C70 T5 Inscription in Electric Silver Metallic, front left, 2025-09-22 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: Volvo C70 (48657601813) by crash71100, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: Volvo 2010 C70 Convertible Left Side by Tabercil from Canadian, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 2013 Volvo C70 T5 Inscription in Electric Silver Metallic, rear left, 2025-09-22 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: Passenger Seat - 2012 Volvo C70 (7458967156) by Michael Sheehan, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2012 Volvo C70 T5 is a 2.5-liter turbocharged with an automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $39,950 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.

EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeConvertible
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$39,950 ($56,549 *)
MSRP with Destination$40,825 ($57,788 *)
Destination Charge$875
Engine
Engine TypeModular turbocharged I5
Displacement2.5 L
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Bore and Stroke83.0 x 93.2
Compression Ratio9.0:1
Injection TypePort fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
TransmissionAutomatic (S5)
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined21 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Gasoline
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2012 Volvo C70 C FWD).

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Volvo C70. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Oct 18, 2011 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

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.

Consequence: 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.

NHTSA campaign 11V508000

23 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2012 Volvo C70

Owner Complaints

23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Volvo C70. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Unknown Or Other11
Structure8
Power Train2
Suspension2
Wheels2
Electrical System1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
May 27, 2026 · Unknown Or Other
“Door unlocking while driving”
Aug 18, 2025 · 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”
Jul 7, 2025 · 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…”
Apr 4, 2025 · Power Train, Electrical System, Service Brakes
“The car developed an electronic communication issue that would cause random failure messages for the ABS, anti-skid system, transmission control and a "brake failure" message that would put the car…”
Jan 3, 2024 · Suspension, Structure, Wheels
“There is a know defect with the chassis used for several Volvo car models. My car is a Volvo C70, year 2012. My car is affected by this defect. The defect wasn't disclosed to me at time of sale. I…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2012 VOLVO C70. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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