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Service bulletins for the 2016 Volvo XC70

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

334 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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SMB00-108C2022-10-24. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Expendable Items Parts List.
Service Manager2022-06-13. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
Service Manager2022-06-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. 3G Network Sunset
Service Manager2022-06-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
356EN012022-06-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App
PB88-R10029-20212021-04-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Create PB with attached word doc.
SMB00-288-2021-02021-03-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Volvo?s Warranty Department tracks Retailer warranty spending by utilizing the Warranty Retailer Counseling Process (WRCP). The WRCP is used to gauge individual retailer performance on objective measures over time. By setting clear performance expectations and parameters and assisting retailers in focusing on individual processes and procedures, all retailers are provided with adequate tools to help achieve the ultimate goal of qualifying for self-authorization status.
TJ28979.3.0-20202020-11-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This is a Technical Journal: Sensus Connect, Internet browser limitations. Do not attempt to repair.
ST-001-2020-09-12020-10-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. 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 repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them.
ST-001-2020-06-22020-08-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. 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 repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them.
SMB00-013-2020-02020-07-20. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Service Manager Bulletin: Vehicle Type and Platform Information
TJ33524.2.0-20202020-05-26. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. This is a Technical Journal: Unusual noise while driving from sealing ring. check first if the sealing ring is displaced, if so, proceed with replacement of the sealing ring
TJ31216.6.0-20202020-04-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. VOLVO CAR SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Drive - E : Low oil level message in Driver Information Module ( DIM ) REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 31216 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : STATUS DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo Car USA 2016 - 04 - 13 2016 - 04 - 21 FUNC GROUP : FUNC DESC : 2200 Lubricating and oil system Page 1 of 10 Attachment File Name File Size TJ 31216 . pdf 3.6904 MB Vehicle Type Eng Struc Week Type Eng Sales Body Gear Steer Model Year Plant Chassis range Desc Range 1XX 26 2015 - 2016 0000001 - 9999999 201346 - 201604 1XX 40 2015 - 2016 0000001 - 9999999 201346 - 201604 CSC Customer Symptom Codes Code Description AZ Lubrication and oil system / Excessive oil consumption BU Lubrication and oil system / Incorrect fluid level 7G Text window and warning symbol / Yellow symbol and text message EA Text window and warning symbol / Red symbol and text message VST Operation Number VST Operation Number Description 98623 - 2 Pistons replace acc . to TJ31216 ? Right first time in Time ? Produced in the USA and available as an electronic document . Hard copy documents are printed in USA on recycled paper containing a minimum of 50 % wastepaper and 10 % post - consumer waste . © 2016 VOLVO CAR USA , LLC Technical Journal 31216 DTC Diagnostic Trouble Codes Text DESCRIPTION : If an engine still has a high level of oil consumption despite following TJ30087 , follow the actions described under SERVICE . SERVICE : From engine serial number : 1501327 , engines have been modified from engine factory . For service : Change to new pistons + piston rings according the attached service method . VEHICLE REPORT : Yes , please submit a Vehicle Report if the service solution described in this TJ has no effect . Use concern area ? Vehicle Report ? and sub concern area ? Support not needed ? , use function group 2200 . To view TJ attachment continue to next page . This TJ has one attachment . Page 2 of 10 201
SMB00-321-2020-02020-03-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Volvo Complimentary Factory Scheduled Maintenance 'FSM330' MY2013 and later. Factory Scheduled Maintenance up to the first 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first) as recommended in the Volvo Warranty and Maintenance Information booklet.
SJ1000167-2020-02020-03-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. This is a Service Journal: Coolant Filling Equipment Tool
SMB00-438-2019-12019-12-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments
ST-001-2019-10-12019-12-09. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. 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 repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them.
TJ20803.14.0-2012019-12-09. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. This is a Technical Journal: In case of complaint of Noise, some "tools" have been created to help you to do a better and more precise fault tracing
SMB00-325-2017-12019-12-09. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. 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 YEAR MONTH DAY SERVICE SERVICE WARRANTY 2013 02 15 MANAGER WRITER ADMINISTRATOR Service Personnel : Read and initial Page 1 of 1 Volvo monitors completion rates for all service actions and will complete notification re - mails to vehicle owners when necessary . Listed below are the latest notification re - mails . Please refer to SMB 00 - 323 and SMB 00 - 323A for information on how and where to find the related Service Action documents in VRC2 and TIE . FEBRUARY RE - MAILS Action Description # of Re - Mails Service Campaign 236 Washer Reservoir Sensor Canada ? 295 Recall 129 Brake Vacuum Pump U.S . ? 3,430 Recall 245 Replace Fuel Lines U.S . ? 48 MARCH RE - MAILS Action Description # of Re - Mails Recall 246 Inspect P / S Return Hose U.S . ? 1,367 Recall 246 Inspect P / S Return Hose Canada ? 95 Recall 251 Inspect Underbody Coating Canada ? 54 Recall 255 TCM Software Upgrade U.S . ? 499 Recall 256 TPMS Warning Message U.S . ? 123 Please be prepared to accommodate vehicle owners that may contact you regarding these actions . ? Fixed Right ? First Time ? Produced in the USA and available as an electronic document . Hard copy documents are printed in USA on recycled paper containing a minimum of 50 % wastepaper and 10 % post - consumer waste . © 2013 VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA , LLC
SMB00-355-2016-12019-11-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Service Manager Bulletin - GLOBAL WIFI SERVICE TECHNICAL OVERVIEW The Volvo Cars Global WiFi service is a service developed by Volvo Cars. From start, three service offerings are available within the service: ? Volvo Cars Diagnostic WiFi (VCCarDW) ? Volvo Cars Vehicle Connectivity WiFi (VCVCW) ? Volvo Cars Guest WiFi
TJ20803.12.0-2012019-11-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. This is a Technical Journal: In case of complaint of Noise, some "tools" have been created to help you to do a better and more precise fault tracing
SMB00-006-2017-02019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Software Installation Policy changes.
PB21-047-2017-052019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Please return stock of part number 31460615 tooth belt kit to your servicing distribution center.
TJ32170.2.2-20172019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. This is a Technical Journal: Bluetooth phone volume too low or decreases by itself. If the Bluetooth phone volume is perceived as too low or decreases by itself. Please check the microphone functionality to confirm that the microphone cable is not damaged. Do not replace the IHU for this symptom as there is currently no permanent solution available.
TJ32170.2.1-20172019-11-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. This is a Technical Journal: Bluetooth phone volume too low or decreases by itself. If the Bluetooth phone volume is perceived as too low or decreases by itself. Please check the microphone functionality to confirm that the microphone cable is not damaged. Do not replace the IHU for this symptom as there is currently no permanent solution available.

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.