Tl*the contact owns a 1999 volvo s80. While driving on three different occasions there was sudden unintended acceleration. The rpms increased from 700 to 4000. The vehicle was shifted into neutral gear in order to turn the engine off. Within a few seconds before restarting the vehicle the rpms increased. The vehicle was turned off three times and then back on in order to reset itself. The dealer was not contacted nor was the manufacturer notified. The failure mileage was 136,044.
1999 Volvo S80: sudden unintended acceleration
6 of the 199 complaints about the 1999 Volvo S80 describe sudden unintended acceleration.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 4 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Sudden unintended acceleration by model year
What owners say
1999 volvo s 80. Consumer states problems with the transmission and electrical problems *tgw the consumer stated while driving, the interior dashboard and overhead lights began to dim and then returned to normal light levels on a repeated basis. There were a couple of incidents, where the vehicle would lunge forward without applying pressure to the accelerator and at times would almost come to a complete stall. The consumer stated he also had problems accelerating as he entered the interstate on entrance ramps due to what appeared to be stalling of the engine. The vehicle completely stalled. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop and it was determined the etm had failed and needed to be replaced. The repair shop informed the consumer about a recall and extended warranty. However, when the consumer contacted volvo, he was told his vehicle was updated in august 2008 and they wouldn't assist any further.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 volvo s80. While driving 40 MPH, the vehicle began to slow down and the ABS and engine indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the trollis system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred two weeks later. The vehicle was taken to the dealer again and they stated that the central module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle needed to be taken back to the dealer for further inspection. The failure mileage was 60,000 and current mileage was 97,000. Updated 1/8/09 *cn the ball joint needed to be replaced, the heating system, throttle systems, engine cooling fan and the master cylinder all failed. The vehicle would accelerated on its own. The vehicle stalled on several occasions. The steering made a noise when it was turned. The dealer lubricated the steering. The dealer stated the vehicle needed an o2 sensor. The ignition switch was replaced. The inner tie rods were replaced. 01/14/09.
(1) on more than one occasion the volvo s80 has had shuttering of the engine at idle. (2) on more than one occasion the volvo s80 has placed the occupants at risk of bodily injury due to the loss of power and sudden acceleration in high traffic situations. (3) the volvo s80 has been to the dealer on two occasions - the first occasion, I believe the throttle body components were cleaned and the warning light reset - the second and latest visit, on sept 21, I was informed that the throttle body needed to be replaced at an approximate cost of $850 and that my ABS brake module also needed to be replaced at an approximate cost of $830.
After stopping at a light or sign with foot on the brakes vehicle jumped forward several feet. Also, when trying to pass another vehicle on the highway vehicle decelerated instead of accelerating, nearly causing an accident.
The vehicle experienced sudden acceleration.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, a combination of throttle positioning sensor irregularities, a dirty throttle housing, and/or inefficient software calibration may cause a warning lamp to light and the subsequent onset of limp home modes.
- Risk
- This resulted in a high number of vehicles going into the limp home mode without need.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install the current software upgrade onto the involved vehicles. The recall began on december 29, 2006. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 06V441000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1999 Volvo S80 sudden acceleration
Is sudden unintended acceleration a common problem on the 1999 Volvo S80?
6 of 199 owner complaints about the 1999 Volvo S80 (3%) mention sudden unintended acceleration. The model year with the most reports is 2000.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1999 Volvo S80?
There is 1 recall and 4 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1999 Volvo S80
Stalling 44Loss of power 22Ball joint 18Check engine light 14ABS 13Fuel pump 11Adaptive cruise 7Brake failure 6Fire or smoke 6Fuel leak 6Headlights 5Hesitation 5Won't start 5
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