1998 Volvo S70 brakes problems

Filed Sep 14, 2018 · Brakes · 20 miles · CA

I took my car to the sears auto center at 1178 el camino real in san bruno, california (sears store #6909) on september 2, 2018 for front brakes. Sears returned the car to me on 9/2/18 (a copy of my "final invoice" is enclosed). I subsequently learned that the dust boot for the right front brake caliper is missing. I returned to sears on september 10 and told the manager in charge, mr. Holloway, that I had learned - from another mechanic who had been doing other front end work - that the dust boot was missing and that this is one of the component parts of the brake caliper system (designed to keep debris and moisture out of the brake caliper). Sears re-inspected my vehicle on september 10 and confirmed that the dust boot is missing. I was told that the department manager (mr. Julio estrada) would need to address the situation. On september 11, 2018, the manager of the sears auto center - mr. Julio estrada - refused to fix the problem at sears' expense. I believe that sears was negligent and ask that the federal safety agency investigate the conduct of sears auto center.

Filed Nov 2, 2007 · Brakes · AZ

I have a 1998 volvo s70 which has ABS/trac light problems. I've been having intermittent issues with this where the indicator lights come on and the ABS will sometimes pulsate and it makes a terrible noise. My understanding is that when the ABS indicator is on, I don't have ABS brakes. It appears from the volvo brickboard that a lot of people are having this issue. I am concerned about the safety (besides the fact that it is scary when the brakes start going) and think volvo should make the necessary repairs. It appears to be an issue only on this year/make.

Filed Jan 3, 2007 · Brakes · 60,000 miles · CA

Abs brake unit failed at 60k miles; all service was done at dealer. Dozens and dozens of owners have reported this to the federal safety agency for exact same make and model. Nhts seems powerless to take on this issue. How many deaths will it take to get some action? Volvo dealers and ford know well the problem -- just count the cash they are making on the replacements, and then multiply by 10 because most are not willing to pay $1,000 for a $200 part.

Filed Dec 18, 2006 · Brakes · 78,000 miles · MD

Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the antilock brake light intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined while the light was illuminated, there was a failure of the antilock brakes. Also, the dealer determined the computer needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was alerted.

Filed Sep 20, 2006 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 76,000 miles · IL

Dt*: the contact stated the ABS and traction control lights on the dash illuminated causing both components to be inoperable. This occurred intermittently. The vehicle was driven to the dealer who determined both systems needed to be replaced. Updated 10/31/2006 -

Filed Dec 6, 2005 · Brakes · 73,000 miles · NY

The ABS antilock brake system in my 1998 volvo s70 failed. The dashboard light indicated ABS & traction control (tracs) failure. Normal non-ABS braking remained. Research on several volvo owners web sites (such as brickboard: http://www.brickboard.com/awd/?model=s70) showed systemic failure of the ABS control module volvo part # 9162675 due to printed circuit board solder cracking after 6 years. The car was tested by a volvo dealer confirming ABS control module failedure. Volvo charges a total $650 to replace the unit. The "brickboard" owners group suggested a repair shop in california that resolders the circuit board, replaces and upgrades failed components, tests & returns it for $130 plus shipping. We had the old board repaired, since a new exact replacement board from volvo would have the same failure after another 5 years. The repaired ABS control unit has been reinstalled & the car now works properly, with full ABS and tracs control. This is not the first printed circuit failure from volvo. Our 1993 volvo 940 turbo had two board failures: 1, the relay base board solder cracked, and resulted in the overdrive relay not working; 2, cruise control operated erratically, due to bad board solder. Both of these boards were repaired by our local service shop. We are very concerned that two critical safety elements - the ABS system and traction control - are failing in a relatively short period of time, & because of a failure of what should be a simple assembly of tested parts. Further, we are most disturbed that volvo's remedy is a very expensive replacement, with the same failure prone part. Worse, although we opted for a complete repair, there are owners who cannot afford the fix. These will be driving with far less braking and control than the car is capable of providing.

Filed Oct 20, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · 117,000 miles · NC

Dt: the vehicle was losing power, it shuts down. Usually it will start back. Can cut across traffic, and it will just stall. Took it to the dealer many times, and they could not duplicate the problem. They put different parts on it to narrow down the problem. There is no power steering after it stalls. Back in january the turbo went it out and they replaced it. The vehicle was still skipping. This started happening around january 15, 2005. *nm the ABS control module was replaced.

Filed Sep 4, 2005 · Brakes · 119,000 miles · UT

Intermittent failure of the ABS/tracks system - well known/documented defect. Volvo parts center says cause was faulty ABS units from the philippines. This causes a failure of the ABS system, yet volvo does not recall?.

Filed Aug 23, 2005 · Brakes · 112,027 miles · PA

Abs and tracs off indicator lights are on. Dealer diagnosed as failing ABS control module. Dealer stated that ABS does not work while indicator lights are on, but brakes do. With indicator lights on, the safety feature of anti-lock brakes and traction control are compromised.

Filed May 12, 2005 · Brakes, Engine · MI

Dt anti-lock brake system contact states each time the brakes are applied the vehicle is more difficult to stop and the wheels have also locked up. Transmission contact states the vehicle make a squeaking nose when parking, the vehicle pulls to the right side when driving at low speed. Engine and engine cooling contact states oil moves up through the ignition control. The vehicle has been taken to a service dealer and the mechanic stated the vehicle needed a new engine. *nm