2000 volvo s80 with a defective throttle. Consumer states discontent regarding auto recall and warranty. *tgw the consumer stated the vehicle has a defective throttle body which caused the vehicle to have an erratic idle when stopped or going very slow. As a result, it would lung forward. The consumer stated he never received any information regarding a recall.
2000 Volvo S80 acceleration complaints
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I own a 2000 volvo s-80 t6, which I have had nothing but problems with. Before I had it, my son owned it and also had problems with it. One is that the vehicle doesn't start, it stalls, and it surges forward or in reverse. All since 2005. Just last month I ran into my garage door and several times almost was involved in vehicle crashes due to it either surging forward or dying on me. I read how there is a possible recall on 2001 models, so why does it not include 2000 yrs. Does it take an accident with lives lost before anything is done to correct these problems. The vehicle has been taken in to the dealership and I have been told that the problem has been taken care of. So why is it still happening? The last incident happened on january 3rd of 2009, where I ran into my garage, caused from the car surging. The vehicle has been in for the same problem on numerous occasions.
The events that are occurring are that my vehicle will die on me, at times it won't start, and it lunges forward as I start the engine. It is also idling very high. It happens almost daily. I have had my vehicle checked for any recalls, and have had sensors replaced several times. Now my vehicle is smelling of gas as I try and start it. I had it repaired on 7/22/09, as the vehicle wouldn't pass smog, at which time apparently they replaced a sensor at that time.
Etm (electric throttle module intake manifold) needs to be replaced! (volvo only has a very limited extended warranty issued on 4/2006. The etm was cleaned 3 different times since 8/8/02; and a software upgrade was completed on 10/19/06. My last 2 complaints to my volvo dealership mechanic has resulted in denial on 10/19/06 and refusal to repair under the extended warranty on 8/18/08 due to unretrievable computer codes (volvo admits the problem was still an etm problem). [this has occurred every year for the last 6 years!!!] on several occasions, accidents almost happened because the vehicle either stalls on the freeway at 55-60mph, or vehicle suddenly surges at a red light or stop sign. According to vexedvolvo.com, the real cause is due to a wearing out of the "potentiometer films in the throttle position sensors". A simple etm "cleaning" will not suffice.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 volvo s80. The contact experienced two failures listed as recalls for the suspension and vehicle speed control. The manufacturer stated that his VIN was not included in the recalls. He is very upset with being excluded from the recalls because the failures are identical. While proceeding to make a left turn at approximately 5 MPH, the tire detached from the front driver side of the vehicle. The contact felt that this was a very serious safety hazard. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and the wheel axle, lower control arm, and upper ball joint were replaced. The contact also observed the failure of the speed control mechanism. While driving between 55-60 MPH and applying pressure to the accelerator pedal, the vehicle decelerated and hesitated. This failure occurs only during highway driving. The vehicle has not been repaired for this failure. The recall numbers were unknown. The failure mileage was 53,000 and the current mileage was unknown.
My 2000 volvo s80 has failed to accelerate properly. In idle, it sometimes works fine, but at other times it idles erratically. Several times recently, I've needed to accelerate quickly, but the car hesitated and displayed the check engine light. A few times, I attempted to accelerate anyway, and the light would begin to blink, and the car would still sputter. This created a dangerous situation for me and my family. I had the spark plugs replaced but that did not fix the problem. I learned recently that this is indicative of a failed etm (electronic throttle module), which has been an issue with this model car.
Trebol motors distributors corp. Po box 11204, fdez. Juncos sta. San juan, p.r. 00910-2304 phone # 787‑793‑2828 fax 787‑793‑2978 year 2000 s80 gentlemen: according to north america volvo I have at list three recalls on my unit. The same are under the numbers: 1- recall id # 06v441000 vehicle speed control dated nov. 15, 2006 model affected 2000 volvo s80 2- recall id # 04v451000- engine and engine cooling:cooling system fan 3- recall id # 00v238000-suspension front control arm: upper ball joint , dated aug. 24, 2000. Those recalls are applicable to my car as telephone call from volvo north america. Two of them, the first two, occurred to my vehicle, and I paid you for labor and parts. 2- invoices: 1- # 04937 dated 09/05/06 throttle housing 8644347 total cost paid $ 815.74. Paid 09-15-2006 2- # 02481 dated 06/18/04 electrical fan 30636445 total cost paid $ 498.02 paid 06-17-2004 the third recall I do not find invoices for, but may be invoices: that part probably damage the shock absorbers which were change on 09/05/2006 invoice 04937 , in which I paid for parts 8667253 , 8646713 the amount of $ 566.98, paid on 09/16/2006. I call several times to your service department but the manager of service never ever return my calls. I expect your reaction soon. Your promt attention will be appreciated. Please acknowledge receipt. I authorize my father jose d. Santiago to visit and make all efforts with trebol motors to take whatever actions may be needed to get reimbursement of payments made up to now.I also authorize him to sign all documents, deliver copies, and handle notifications to trebol motor & /or volvo.also to take car for service covered by any recalls not yet repair. Jose d. Santiago dated may 4, 2007
Tl*- the contact stated that the 2000 volvo s80 had repairs done on 11/10/05 for the electronic throttle module. He originally had the repair completed on 11/10/05. The contact stated that the recall was repaired again on 02/09/07, and he still hasdthe same problems with the vehicle. The dealership informed him that he would have to be fully responsible for the cost of the repairs himself. The contact will be filling a complaint with the manufacturer on 2/20/07, and will be sending in information needed for reimbursement for the 1st repair. The failure mileage was 7800, and the current mileage was 101000.
Approximately 6 months ago vehicle began erratic throttle while on speed control (surging). Dealer serviced vehicle with software update and temporarily resolved problem. Problem has returned as well a spontaneous stalling, and very erratic variance in throttle pedal position and acceleration. Stalling has occurred with throttle pedal release entering turn lane - no power steering nor brake boost. Dealer has serviced vehicle - cleaned sensors related to throttle position module - with no improvement. Wife is refusing to drive vehicle she now refers to as scary.
1. Following download of recall software performance has been vastly reduced and now only achieves 8.2 mpg. 2. The ABS control module functions intermittently and usually in the failure mode. Abs brakes do not function properly-replacement $950 3. While backing (cold engine), brakes fail to stop the car for several seconds (feet). 4. The vehicle stalls mostly on turns but on straight away. A. Car now shuts off approx 6-8 times while driving, dangerous while driving at interstate/highway speeds. It "surges" forward and the lights (dash and headlights) fade - vehicle stalls with no power steering or power brakes. 5. Cruise control fails ?? Up hills/down hills shuts down. Now is inoperable. 6. The electronic door locks malfunction intermittently. 7. Following error codes display and total mileage, trip 1 & 2 mileage displays default to ?? --------?? And mileage does not log on the odometer: a.brake failure stop asap b.coolant level low stop asap c.ABS failure / service required d.stc service required e.power steering failure - service required f.emission system service required g.stop safely and restart engine h.alarm system service required I.alarm triggered j.emission system service required k.no oil pressure stop asap l.check engine. *nm the ball joint, driver side window motor, sunroof switch were replaced. Numerous bulb replacements and replacement of mass flow sensor. The cooling fan malfunctioned. The ABS control module would function intermittently which would cause the ABS to not function. The power steering failed. The vehicle will completely shut off while driving. The cruise control was inconsistent, the vehicle would loose power with the cruise activated. The electronic doors malfunctioned, the fob does not always open the door and at times when closing the driver side door. Updated 12/15/06.
Erratic throttle post 10 minutes of drive, much acceleration, not enough acceleration, hesitation, backfires lean. Gets stuck 2nd gear. Cel on. "transmission service urgent" warning message displayed. Cruise control is lost and cannot be turned back on. Obdii pcodes stored 10-29-2006 10:21:18.464 read stored dtc: p0756 dtc: p1171 dtc: p1181 dtc: p1618 10-29-2006 10:21:18.474 read stored dtc: p1184 10-29-2006 10:21:18.474 read stored dtc: p1174 the first code always displayed when the fault occurs. Subsequent continued driving results in the second code pending or permanent. The remaining codes will be added in pairs. First dealer reports I have 18 codes but factory vadis indicates can only store 15 codes maximum. Requested additional $300 to adjust fuel trims, check exhaust and intake leaks, check o2 sensors, work declined. Second dealer reports needs complete transmission. No attempt to solve complaints by dealer, contacted volvo customer service and they declined to discuss problems, they declined any further involvement. Car had salvage title 2+ years ago from minor accident which prematurely deployed air bags, repaired and returned to service. I am retired ase master mechanic, service manager, and sae member, this is not a transmission issue but caused by the erratic actions of the throttle body system and module. Transmission passes all conventional tests. Results stuck in gear can be corrected by cycling the ignition switch off and back on. This can be done by pulling to the side of the road and stopping to cycle the key or traffic permitting placing in neutral and restarting and then back to drive. No observed failures above 65 MPH. Tsb send wrong signals to "network" are translated as instructions resulting in poor fuel consumption, high emissions, abnormal wear and tear on transmission, ignition switch, starter, and related components for normal operation, plus a dangerous driving condition.
In early jul 05, I experienced electronic throttle system (ets) problems with my 2000 volvo s80. Particularly concerning to me from a safety standpoint was that several times, including when I was in highway driving situations, the car on its own suddenly accelerated and decelerated, hesitated on acceleration or would not accelerate, and displayed engine stall symptoms. The computer indicated degraded engine performance (limp mode). I lined up a service appointment with lovering volvo of meredith. After lovering's first attempt at repairs, the car was still not operating normally and I took it back to the dealer a second time. I paid a total of $2,074.42 for repairs, $1,741.44 the first time and $332.98 during the second visit. In accordance with a june 2006 volvo letter, I took my s80 back to lovering for inspection and ets software upgrade. I submitted to volvo a claim for reimbursement for ets repairs. The advertising checking bureau (acb), which administers the ets warranty rebate program on behalf of volvo, sent me a check for $747.93 for the ets repairs. Acb said it was authorized to reimburse me only the $587.93 cost of electronic throttle body, electronic throttle module reload, and gasket, and associated $160.00 labor cost. Acb advised me to contact the volvo customer care center. A volvo customer care representative confirmed that acb had done as instructed and suggested that I take up the matter of the remaining repair costs with lovering. The lovering invoices, dated july 26, 2005 and august 8, 2005, indicate that a $295.65 portion of the initial $1,741.44 repair bill had to do with totally unrelated steering/suspension and engine mount repairs. Still questionable in my mind are the oxygen sensor repairs which added up to $897.86 and the subsequent mass air flow sensor repairs which came to $332.98. I suspect the problems are all ets-related and I am currently pursuing the matter with the dealership.
My 2000 volvo s80 2.9 vehicle started surging then hesitating, back & forth, at all speeds up to 70 MPH interstate speeds while cruise control was on and off. When cruise control is on, after about 5-10 miles, cruise control turns itself off & car suddenly starts decelerating. After about 1 week of this, on 6/30/06 performance reduced message appeared. On 6-24-06 engine service required message appeared for a short time. After stopping and turning motor off for about 30 minutes to read owner's manual, started motor again & message has not reappeared. When cruise turns itself off, you cannot turn cruise back on until motor is stopped & restarted, then you can turn cruise control back on for about 5-10 miles then it will go back off. Surging and hesitation continues with steady pressure on accelerator (trying to maintain constant speed) and cruise control off.
A 2000 volvo s80 t-6 would on occasion change speed and jerk without warning. The problem initially was sporadic but became increasingly worst over a period of three weeks. A volvo dealership checked the vehicle and found the electronic throttle module was bad and needed replacement. Repair cost exceed $1,200. Ouch.
2000 volvo s-80 t6 , etm part replaced in dec 2004, in conjunction with complaint number 10145678; returned car to dealership on saturday 5/13/06 to have software recall upgrade performed due to same conditions as present in 2004 incident - vehicle stopping unexpectedly in traffic. Car since saturday has continued to stop in traffic 5 times, car was returned to service, now the service department is saying the etm is ok , but I may have to pay to have the problem diagnosed- and could be another malfunctioning part that they did not inform me about on last service visit. They are expecting me to pay for part and labor replacement - which I believe is still in conjunction with the malfunction of the etm. My wife and family are afraid to get into this car.
I purchased a 2000 volvo s80 from carmax in feb. 2006. The car only had 26000 miles on it so I thought it was a great deal. I contacted the manufacturer to see if any and all recalls had been performed on the vehicle. They said the only thing needed to be done was to have the electronic throttle module system to be upgraded in the cars computer. On 5-11-06 the volvo dealer performed the upgrade. Within one hour of picking up the car it began to rev and surge with the air conditioner on as if the throttle was sticking. After parking it to run an errand I tried to start the car and it would start but then immediately rev up and then die. I had to get it towed to carmax which it was warranted under. Now carmax had the vehicle towed to the volvo dealer to have the electronic throttle control worked on. The volvo dealer diagnosed the problem as needing to replace the e.t.c. Module, which they did. Now I drive the car home on 5-16-06. After two hours of the car sitting at my house I attempt to go somewhere but the car starts and immediately begins to rev like before and then dies. I will attempt to drive the car to the dealer tomorrow 5-17-06 to be fixed again.
My 2000 volvo s80 t6 stalls (typically in junctions) after 120k maintenance service / recall 155 etm software upgrade. The service was performed on 5/12/06 at authorized volvo dealer (128volvo.com). Since the service, the car stalled 5 times, and has been to the dealership three more times, without a fixing the problem. The dealer rejects my complains and wants this issue to "happen more frequently before taking action". Sudden stalls almost lead me to a traffic accident already at least once; the dealership isn't concerned about traffic safety.
I have a 2000 volvo s80 t6 with several etm or throttle control failures. I have had ist serviced twice and it continues to fail. My neighbor has the same problem. The vehicle stalls inadvertently and has stranded me in the middle of traffic where I narrowly missed being hit by a tractor trailer. My wife also was almost hit while making a left hand turn and stalling in the middle of an intersection.
Re: vovlo s80 2000 model year; car independently accellerated while being driven the car surged when in idle, then when put into drive, it suddenly accellerated without my pressing the gas. I was able to stop the car using the brake. When I took my foot off the brake, the car again accellerated. I stopped the car again, and when I took my foot off the brake it accellerated a third time. I turned the car off. As I was in an open parking lot, I turned the car on again to see if the problem was repeatable. The car again surged in ide, then accellerated soon after my putting it in drive. I turned the car off and on again, and the problem repeated a third time. Forty-five minutes later, the car was started without incident. It was brought to the volvo dealer, where the mechanics repeatedly tried to duplicate the problem without success. We left the car at the dealership for eight weeks, basically refusing to pick up the car until they found the problem and corrected it. Volvo had a specialist look at the car, and the specialist was ultimately able to duplicate the problem. The specialist noted that the car was increasing, instead of decreasing, RPM's as it came to a stop. They cleaned the throttle module and updated the software for the throttle mechanism. We looked into volvo's known problem with this model and found that the electronic throttle module (etm) has frequently failed, causing cars to stall and accellerate unexpectedly. We obtained the service records of our (recently purchased, used) car and found that the etm had already been replaced due to problems reported by the previous owner in 2003. One week ago, when the car stalled. The incident date entered below is approximate, but I can find out the exact date if that would be helpful.
I have been having problems with my 2000 volvo s80 hesitating as if it's not getting any gas when first beginning to drive it everyday. I have complained about this problem since purchasing this vehicle but the volvo repair shop have not been able to fix the problem and they say they do not know what the problem is. Also my check engine light, stc light, and ABS light keeps coming on. I have also noticed that when these lights come on my car becomes hard to steer sometimes. After checking into this problem I have found that many other volvo s80 's built around the same time as mine are having the same problems. I have complained about my car suspension making weird noises since having this vehicle and the volvo repair shop says they can not find any thing wrong but when enquiring with others who own volvo s80's, built around the same time as mine, many are saying they are having this problem also. The below information asks for an incident date but the problem with my 2000 volvo s80 hesitating and being hard to steer occur often probably over 100 times.
Consumer request reimbursement for previously repaired recall for electronic throttle system. *ts the dealer replaced the wiper blades. The strut spring was replaced.
My car started accelerating by itself. It would start to chug like it was going to cut off. There was little acceleration when I did give it the gas. I took it to the volvo dealer in milwaukee and had it fixed. The cost was just under $979.73.
In august 2005, we took our vehicle in for routine maintenance at 67500 miles. I am the primary driver of this vehicle and had noticed some problems which were discussed with the service department. This vehicle had stalled at parking lot speeds and it had been sputtering at take-off. My husband presented the service department with a publication from the highway safety board which discussed a problem with the throttle body on the volvo s80. As we were having the same problems described in this publication, my husband asked the service department to replace the throttle body on our vehicle. The service department was aware of the problem but as volvo had not issued a recall, they were not authorized to replace this without the volvo warranty company reviewing this issue with our vehicle. The warranty company did examine our vehicle, but declined to replace the throttle body at that time. On december 11, 2005 my family (husband and two children, ages 2 and 10 months) were traveling home to the atlanta area from nashville, tennessee. While driving this vehicle, I noticed that it began to accelerate and decelerate and then completely lost power. We were traveling on I-75 south at interstate highway speeds and were able to get to the shoulder of the road when this happened. Unfortunately, we had to pull over onto the left shoulder as the two right lanes were in a construction zone. We were then endangered by traffic merging to the left which in some cases attempted to pass on the left shoulder. We had to have the car towed to nalley volvo in marietta, georgia which was approximately 34 miles from where we originally broke down. As this happened on a sunday evening and no rental car businesses were opened, we then had to get a taxi to take us the rest of the way to our home. On monday morning, my husband spoke with the service department about what had happened. The problem was diagnosed as a defective throttle body.
Dt*: the contact stated while stopping at a red light the vehicle stalled with no warning. The engine was restarted and again stalled. The vehicle was towed to a local dealership where the vehicle was inspected. The dealer determined that the throttle body needed cleaning and the software updated. After the repairs were made the vehicle was sold.
In mid 2005, I started having problems with my volvo s80 (yr 2000) idling at stop lights. The idle would fluctuate from 400 to 1100 rpms. At times this would cause my car to die. While it was a nuisance at stop lights, it started to fluctuate at higher rpms and three times while on the interstate going approximately 55 MPH the car died and I have to put in neutral and restart while in rush hour traffic. I took to service place and they did a diagnostic, and removed and cleaned the throttle body before replacement. The following codes were found in the ECM 9160, 9150, 904c 903f 9040 and 130a. After they reset the faults and removed and cleaned the throttle body, they test drove the car and the same idle and (and it died) problems existed. They replaced the throttle body actuator assy, upgrade engine management software to work with new actuator. Since they have replaced the electronic throttle body I have had zero idling problems to date. I have all copied of my paperwork if needed.
When merging onto hwy. Car lost power while trying to accelerate to enter lane. Car behind me almost hit me and swerved into the other lane where he was almost hit by another car. The electronic throttle system of my car failed. Volvo is replacing these per an extended warranty. Had I known about this problem, I would have had the car repaired before there was a problem. I had to have the car towed and was then told this was a common problem with this car. Why has there been no recall. I am the only private owner of this vehicle, having purchased it from a dealership. Yet when I called volvo about this problem, they found my neighbor's car in their database, but not mine. I feel there are others being put at risk due to the autos throttle system failure. I have seen a letter sent to a television station stating that these cars have a problem they call, "limp home mode" . Well, mine was almost "dead in the road mode" I hope there are no deaths due to this problem. I have had my car fixed, because I could not drive it unless I did. I will not purchase any more volvos, due to the omission of the truth concerning this vehicle. Thank you. Brenda tilley.
200 s80 was accelerating spontaneously and lunging forward. The car crashed into a garage wall while coasting into a parking space, and the accelerator was not depressed. The electronic throttle module was replaced. The volvo dealership mechanic could not get the computer error code, or appreciate the symptoms when he test drove the vehicle, and had to call my local mechanic (who identified the faulty etm) for help. Volvo will now reimburse all customers who paid for throttle module repair/replacement in the past. I found this out only after I went to my dealership's service department and lodged a complaint about the etm repair.
December 2004, etm / speed control fails on expressway. Car slows dangerously - uncontrollable throttle. Taken to dealer, two weeks out of warranty - all repairs $1,000,out of my pocket - no assistance by volvo - complained to north america hq - no response. Told at service desk this was not an issue with other vehicles - after reading several news articles and the various issues surrounding this s -80 component - it is apparent there is a major issue with this component at volvo.
(1) none obvious (2) 2000 volvo s80 t6 "engine reduced power" on interstate placed car in "limp" mode. Impaired traffic creating hazard while coasting to one of a few available road shoulders. Repeated failures and incidents within last 50 miles since volvo attempted 1st repair. (3) read ECM codes 9150 9160 904c 904d 903f - previous codes read as p121 and p1608. Cleaned pcv breather fitting, checked battery voltage, installed upgraded etm switch pn 30677023.
Dt: the contact states the vehicle surged and lurched when stopping. The electronic throttle module (etm) was replaced in the vehicle once, two years ago. The problem recurred. A certified dealer was contacted, who completed diagnostic testing, but captured no codes. After several failed attempts while the etm was under warranty the dealership could not diagnosis the problem. Now, after the warranty on the etm expired, the dealership has diagnosed the problem, the etm needed to be replaced again at the contact's expense. The contact was not the original owner of the vehicle. No repairs further have been made.
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