Abs/traction control module faulty...cost us $700 to repair...according to our volvo dealer, volvo is aware that this problem has occurred in a lot of volvo's but they have chosen to not conduct a recall...this is wrong and volvo needs to be punished for not taking care of their customers...it's an absoulute disgrace...we'll never buy another volvo...too many problems, very poor reliability!
1997 Volvo 850 brakes complaints
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My car is a 1997 volvo 850. The ABS warning light comes on intermittently. I am told by the dealer that there have been problems with the ABS computers. An independent volvo owners website noted other 850 owners experiencing the same problem. The question is volvo going to do a recall?
1997 volvo 850. The ABS and tracs lights are on approx. 90% of the time while driving vehicle. When lights are on, brake pedal is very soft and stopping distance is significantly increased. When lights are off, brake pedal gets firmer after pumping and braking distance is reduced. This problem has gotten progressively worse over the past 24 months. Dealer and independent mechanic were able to determine cause or correct the problem during repeated visits. Ineffective brakes and loss of steering control while braking contributed to a serious accident involving the vehicle and a semi-trailer.
My ABS light has been coming on and I got it checked at my mechanic and was informed of the reoccuring problem with the module on my make and year. I was also informed of the around $600 bill it will be to replace something that seems to be serious enough for volvo to recall. - nb.
Falure of ABS control modual for 1997 volvo 850 glt. There are a huge amout nof failures for 1996-1998 and should be a saftey recall.
While traveling on the highway brake pedal went all the way down the floor.
While driving the vehicles ABS warning light illuminated and stayed on.
I have a 1997 volvo 850r that is currently experiencing problems with the ABS/tracs system - the lights came on for the ABS and the tracs system. In researching my problem it has become apparent that the 850 volvo is known for failures to its ABS module and the entire braking system in general. The amount of information that I have been able to find on this common problem leads me to believe that this should be a recalled item. Apparently volvo now offers a new and improved ABS control module (that they charge dearly for) because of the numerous problems and replacements of the old units. Volvo should bear the expense of replacing these units as it is a safety issue and the shear number of these instances leads me to believe that it is a systematic design flaw.
The ABS control unit on my 1997 volvo 850 has an internal short or loose connection as told by the dealership. If you do research into this matter on the internet or by calling the volvo dealerships, you will find this problem occurs very frequently in these cars. When the ABS light is on there is no anti-lock brakes, and this can cause the brakes to lock up during hard braking applications, and easily on moist or wet roads. As a major safety feature on these cars and especially a volvo, who is known for their safe automobiles this control module fails very often and can cause an accident if brakes lock up in a panic stop. Jb
Defective ABS module on 1997 volvo 850 t5
I own a 1997 volvo 850 glt. It has a problem with the ABS computer, according to the dealer. When I purchased the car I got the extended warranty and took it in with this problem with 10,000 miles remaining on the warranty and was told that it was not covered. After further investigation and several calls to customer service reps I was told that when I bought my extended warranty that it was not covered but is covered now, for the same exact problem.
Abs traction lock light /unit defective. Brake intermittent. Dt
Abs control module fails each time the car is driven. This failure causes momentary loss of braking and is a serious safety issue. Www.brickboard.com is a good source for others with this problem. It is very widespread and the dealers are aware of the issue. The part costs $500 to replace and it can also fail at any time. Dt
Issue my ABS control block motor operated for 30-40 seconds recently while traveling at 25-30 MPH with no ABS/trax lites illuminated. (buzzing sound under the hood) brakes were very hard with reduced stopping power during motor operation on slowing to 5 MPH. The motor stopped and ABS/trax lites illuminated with brake function returning to normal. Based on my experience I consider this a recall issue. Abs control failure issue has been reported numerous times by 850 owners on www.brickboard.com. Obviously under the right conditions this issue could cause an accident. This is a $600-700 repair for an essential safety system on this car and this system should last the life of the car. Appreciate your help and consideration. Dt
There is a short in the ABS ecu and there are numerous cases of this that can be found at www.brickboard.com a volvo owners webboard and you can search there site and find a lot of the same problem and with this shortage. The light comes on and when the light is on the car does not operate with anit-lock brakes and will lock up. Dt
Due to failure of this part I have had numerous wheel lock-ups and emergency braking. See "brickboard.com" under "850" for many reports of failures. Mr
Intermittent failure of the ABS control module. Nlm
Consumer states the brakes constantly screech, the dealer informed consumer they were just glazing, however the ABS light illuminated and the ABS started activating inappropriately when approaching a stop sign, the dealer informed consumer that most likely there was a problem with the sensor.
The vehicle was running for 3-5 minutes with the seat heater on when the left front seat bottom heater caught fire, the invesigator reported that this fire was the result of unregulated operation of the heater pad wires. Nlm
Rubber boots fell off both front calipers, causing cylinder walls to rust and corride which, in turn, would not allow pistons to detract. Dealer said the calipers were a manufacturing design defect becasue the boots should not fall off so eaisly and is contacting the volvo representative.
When consumer applied brakes there was a loud sound when she made a left or right turn. Dealership was aware of problem.
Air pump was initially replaced under warranty on 02/18/1999 (mileage 47462) and failed again 14 mos. Latter (the car is now out of warranty). The estimated cost to repair is $400. The ABS control module was initially replaced 07/13/1998 (mileage 33659) and has failed just this week (08/15). Don't have an estimate of the repair cost, but believe it will be $300-400. These 2 failures don't speak very well for the quality of the parts used by volvo.
In rainy conditions braking system malfunctioned, causing no braking ability at all, and resulting in two crashes. Dealer could not determine the cause of the problem. Please provide further information.
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