Volvo XC70 vs Lexus RX
Both cars' complete complaint records, side by side.
Read the totals carefully. NHTSA publishes no sales figures, so the car that sold more collects more complaints regardless of quality. The rows worth weighing are the proportions — the share of complaints that involved harm, and which part dominates.
| Measure | Volvo XC70 | Lexus RX |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints on file | 515 | 1,271 |
| Model years covered | 2001–2016 | 1999–2026 |
| Worst model year | 2004 | 2021 |
| Best model year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Crashes reported | 13 | 155 |
| Fires reported | 8 | 22 |
| Injuries reported | 9 | 81 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 1 |
| Most complained-about part | Fuel & Propulsion | Other & Unspecified |
| Share of complaints involving harm | 5.8% | 20.4% |
Volvo XC70 by year
What breaks
Fuel & Propulsion
83
16.1%
Transmission & Drivetrain
72
14.0%
Suspension
46
8.9%
Electrical System
43
8.3%
Engine & Cooling
41
8.0%
Acceleration & Cruise Control
34
6.6%
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
31
6.0%
Airbags
24
4.7%
Lexus RX by year
What breaks
Other & Unspecified
171
13.5%
Engine & Cooling
153
12.0%
Transmission & Drivetrain
134
10.5%
Airbags
129
10.1%
Brakes
125
9.8%
Electrical System
110
8.7%
Body & Structure
82
6.5%