Upon applying the brakes there was a humming noise/vibration that did not allow the brakes to respond. There was a problem in the computer that engaged the ABS brakes. *ak updated 8/9/2006 -
1998 Volvo S70 brakes complaints
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Abs/tracs failure.
Volvo ABS brake modular failed. Local volvo service center aware of problem.
Rotors, brakes and struts replaced at approximately 100,000. Abs controller fault diagnosed at dealer. Failure LED to loss of all antilock brake features as well as tracs. Replacement of ABS controller module recommended.
Abs light coming on and off intermediately, told by technician that ABS module is bad and needs to be replaced at a cost of $600 plus. The problem is since this is intermittent that when the unit "test" itself when your braking if it notices that they aren't working many times the brake pedal goes to the floor, which could be very dangerous. When I spoke to volvo north american they said yes this is a common problem, but will not fix it.
Abs module fails on most all 850 and s/v70 series cars 97-00. The ABS system as well as the traction control system will not work when the unit is failing. It is an intermittant problem that gets worse over time (sometimes the fail indicator is on sometimes not). Volvo is well aware of the problem and a replacemet is around 500.00 not including diagnostics and labor to install. To my knowledge their is no recall (from a company that prides itself on safety).
The left front brake rotor locked up, causing some components to burn up. *ak the problem was due to a stuck caliper, which according to volvo is not related to the brake pad and rotor replacement performed by dealer. Lower ball joint was also replaced.
While braking, the vehicle vibrated. Took vehicle to dealership and the mechanic indicated there was a crack in the brake master cylinder.*ak the ABS light illuminated, the oxygen sensor was replaced, the vacuum line was replaced, the upper torque arm bushing broke, the door locking system broke, the inside door panel came apart. *jb
My 1998 volvo s70 had the ABS module failed. This seems to be a very common problem with the car. Had this failed in rain or snow, the consequences could have been terrible.*ak from what I have read, this is a known problem by volvo, but they refuse to fix it. The cost is outrageous, over $600.
My 1998 volvo s70 has 43,000 miles on it and the ABS light comes on and off, and sometimes you feel in the brake pedal. After talking to other volvo owners they have had the same problem
The ABS light comes on and off intermittently. My technician says it is a faulty ABS controller. I have seen several posts on brickboard.com in reference to the same problem. It appears to me that volvo has released a car with an obvious defect.
Failure of ABS controller module. My research over the internet and numerous volvo certified technicians indicate this failure is problematic with the teves 20 ABS module. An internet forum page dealing with the volvo 850/s70 models is littered with inquiries into this problem. One volvo technician I corresponded with indicated he had replaced "hundreds" of these modules over the last several years.
Abs/tracs lights comes on and off indicating a brake module malfunction
Rear passenger wheel sensor for the ABS, shows needed replacement. The sensor replacement does not correct the problem. The auto tech researched from a common auto technichians web page and found this to be a common problem for the s70. The problem lays with a faulty computer on the vehicles. As a result the ABS does not operate. 1998 volvo s70t.
Abs computer chip was bad and needed to be replaced. My car has fewer than 60,000 miles. This component was not covered by the extended warranty and cost over $600 to replace. I have heard this is a common problem. If failure of the ABS chip is as common as I'm told, then I believe volvo should pick up the cost for replacing this defective component in their vehicles.
Abs and tracs light turns on and off randomly while driving. Affects the brakes because ABS is disabled and also activated during driving. This issue has been widely discussed in online forums, and is also well-known to dealers throughout the world. The problem is due to a failure in the ABS/tracs control unit.
Abs light works intermittently. I was told I needed to replace my ABS unit as is was faulty but ABS light on the dash doesn't always turn on.
The ABS system controller is defective on my 98 volvo s70 with 90k miles. Under very light braking at slow speeds the ABS will engage for no apparent reason and the remainder of the time it fails completely. I am told it is a chronic condition with this model and is a serious condition.
Abs and trac lights work only part of the time. Lights for these features usually light up after an odd, one-second humm.
My wife's 1998 volvo s70 had 74,000 miles when her ABS and tracs warning light came on. After taking it into the volvo dealership it was assessed that the ABS/tracs is not working because of a failure of the ABS/tracs control module. After some research I found a large number of people having the same issue when their same model car reached anywhere between 50 and 100 thousand miles. This is a serious safety concern and volvo should recall and replace the part.
I have a 1998 volvo s70 t5. The anti-lock brake controller board is malfunctioning causing the anti-lock brake "red" indicator light to come on at various "random" times while driving the car. When this happens, the brake pedal depresses on its own and many noises are heard around the area of the front left tire and the anti-lock brakes stop working while the light is on. This happens very frequently (at least once every time I drive the car).
The ABS / tracks warning light has been coming on intermittently for the past year. Initially in 2002 the dealership was not able to provide us with a definitive diagnosis, but without looking at the car, said that it was the ABS control unit for $1000+. We declined the repair on the basis that it was a guess. On may 1, 2003, while in for routine service, the diagnosis was the ABS/tracks control unit at a cost of $1000+. I entered 1 failure on today's date but numerous times the ABS brakes engage when the brake pedal is not being touched and sometimes engages when the brakes are applied at slow speeds in non-emergency stopping. The dealership told me that the ABS brakes will not work in an emergency situation. I have seen numerous complaints on the federal safety agency website which leads me to believe the ABS problem is widespread as probably less than 1% of car owners know to file a report. I estimate that 50% of 1998 volvos have this problem at 50000+ miles. I consider this a serious safety issue as a driver will rely upon the ABS in an accident and will apply the brake pedal accordingly. If the ABS don't function, the wheels will lock and possibly cause the driver to lose control of the car. The other safety issue is the ABS engaging when the brake pedal is not applied or when the ABS engage in non-emergency stopping. This is not controlled braking and could also cause an accident by alarming and confusing the driver. We bought the volvo after being hit by a drunk driver at 100+ MPH and can't afford to sustain further serious injury or the stress caused by worrying about safety equipment failure on what is considered to be the safest car on the road. Please address this very serious issue. Thank you.
The ABS light was coming on intermittently. After consulting the web I learned this was a common problem in the 98 s70's. Volvo is aware of the problem! While driving with the condition I noticed if the ABS pump cycled and the lights come on you lose braking unless you pump the brakes. Extremely dangerous condition for a many drivers. I'm a law enforcement officer and my training helped me avoid the accident.
Abs ecu unit defective. Abs light comes on intermittently. When ABS light is on ABS is not functioning. Volvo warranty will not cover replacement. Difficult for dealers to diagnose.
Abs module on my 1998 volvo s70 (76k miles) is defective but is not covered under warranty. I believe it should be covered for the life of the vehicle. I know many volvo owners have experienced this same problem. Please instruct volvo to issue a recall to fix this crucial safety problem.
The ABS light illuminated on the dashboard. *jb there is continuos failure of the ABS braking system, and the consumer doesn't know if the system is engaged. The tracs control light is intermittent, and the consumer doesn't know if the wheels are going to lock not.
The cruise control turns off automatically, and without warning, causing a fairly rapid deceleration. Sometimes, cruise control will not set.
Asb/tracs module failure on my 1998 volvo s70
Abs / tracs lights come on due to defective ABS controller. No anti-lock brakes.
The ABS/tracs failure was due to a $500 printed circuit board in the engine compartment area. The mechanic says that it is a problem known to many, as there have been a rash of them in the last year. Dt
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