2000 Volvo S80: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Feb 3, 2011 · Acceleration, Airbags · 116,000 miles · FL

I have a 2000 volvo s 80 and it was sold to me by a dealer this car has so many problems and I feel that when I took the car to volvo they tried to charge me 6400 just to fix the problem like ABS sensors,stc sensor , throttle etc I feel its un fair I only had the car for 3days what can I do.

Filed Jan 27, 2010 · Brakes · 152,300 miles · MI

2000 volvo s80 t6, 152,000 miles, maintained regularly. Driving in snowy weather; vehicle had been parked earlier in the day and been driving fine. At 40 miles per hour, the left rear brake locked up the wheel and remained stuck. Abs and traction control lights came on and systems came disabled. Lock-up was the result of a parking brake shoe separating from its backing, similar to http://forums.swedespeed.com/zerothread?id=97350 .

Filed May 26, 2009 · Brakes · 122,000 miles · IL

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 volvo s80. The contact stated that the trans signal (alert to the ABS and speed sensor) would alter the ABS and all of the instrument panel lights would illuminate. He had not noticed any performance issues with the vehicle due to the failure. He took the vehicle to a repair shop for diagnostic testing. The results produced six codes and indicated that the speed sensor was also a part of the failure. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign id number 06v441000. The current mileage was 122,944 and failure mileage was approximately 122,000.

Filed Aug 15, 2008 · Brakes · 50,000 miles · NY

2000 volvo s80 2.9l had ABS module failed twice at 25k miles (2006) and 50k (8/2008) miles. Gotten close to accidents especially during rain, snow, or humid weather. Complained to authorized dealer/mechanic at least over the last 4 years without any help until it requires repair.

Filed Jul 17, 2008 · Brakes, Engine · 107,000 miles · NC

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 volvo s80. While driving various speeds, the vehicle would spontaneously decelerate. Prior to the failure, the engine and brake warning lights illuminated on the instrument control panel. The dealer stated that the ABS module needed to be replaced at the cost of $1,500. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer did not provide any assistance. The failure and current mileages were 107,000. Updated 09/23/08. *lj updated 09/24/08.

Filed Jan 15, 2008 · Airbags, Brakes · 148,900 miles · VA

Srs airbag failure and ABS brake warning lights and alerts posted on dashboard display. Turns out the problem was defective software and was resolved with a software update. This is a critical safety issue since the failure results in the disabling of the systems. The problem was diagnosed and fixed in about an hour. Volvo clearly new about this problems since the software upgrade (aka a fix) was already completed and available - volvo had to pay someone to fix the software, why pay them if there was no defect. I believe this safety issue should be at least advised if not mandatory for all owners of these vehicles. It is a simple easy way to avoid a tragedy if these systems are disabled by defective software.

Filed Nov 28, 2006 · Acceleration, Electrical · 45,000 miles · MA

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.

Filed Oct 12, 2006 · Suspension · 59,000 miles · PA

Purchased a 2000 volvo s80 in march of 2006, experience power loss with thing such as sunroof and windows, terrible glare from front windshield impairs vision, suspension- ball joints, axles, rods, strut bushings, struts, brake calipers, cv boots/joints, control arm, and tires have been replaced ... Still hear noise., engine surges at low speeds and when car is stopped- engine torque mount replaced, brake pedal has to be pressed completely before car stops-despite brake booster, and master cylinder being replaced. Abs module was replaced. Car drags (has a delay) when accelerating. Received updates and recalls performed. Fixed almost everything car surged forward into a trailer hook on the back of a parked car-cosmetic damage very expensive. Have been hoping that the repairs will come to an end...first car ever purchased and have almost spent 1/2 of its blue book value in repairs. Seeking explanations, reimbursements, and national awareness. Love the appearance, wish it wasn't so many defects.

Filed Oct 8, 2006 · Electrical, Lights · 82,000 miles · ID

My 2000 volvo s80 began giving me error messages of several kinds, one of which tells me "dipped beam bulb failure." when that happens, the low beam headlights do not work (they come on when I start the car as running lights). After buying new bulbs to put in, I found that the old bulbs were not burned out and that the problem occurred at random. The big problem was driving home with the bright lights only - which though seemed differently, are not too awfully bright - only a few people flashed me. I then had other codes coming up and had to replace the "ABS controller" to the tune of $1000; and, guess what? The dipped beam bulb failure message still occurs off and on (spending the $1000 did cure the other, multiple messages)

Filed Jul 29, 2006 · Electrical, Fuel system · 49,374 miles · IL

I want to add my documentation about the failure of the throttle module and subsequent lack of appropriate action. The unit in the 2000 volvo s80 failed to bring the car to a complete halt in traffic in december 2004. Subsequent repairs to solve the problem were $845. If volvo sent out a notice for etm repair refunds last winter, I did not receive it despite living at the same address as when I purchased the vehicle in dec 1999. I also want to call your attention to the increasing problem with the dstc system as evidence by activity in the chat rooms. Our vehicle shows a persistent dstc service message that the dealer claims can not be adequately diagnosed without first replacing the yaw sensor for $668. Others with this problem have turned to buying and self installing rebuilt ABS units which the federal safety agency should be proactively seeking to understand. The cause of the ABS unit failure? Some claim it is the vibration and pounding from the entirely inadequate front end suspension and wheel system causing the electronic parts to fail. I can attest to the suspension problem having spent $1790 yesterday to replace front bushings, stabilizer links, struts and spring seats on a car with 64k miles. The front struts previously were replace in jan '04 at a cost of $726 when mileage was 40k. I've also had to replace the ball joints several times already.

Filed Mar 15, 2006 · Acceleration, Brakes · 48,000 miles · GA

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.

Filed Nov 16, 2005 · Acceleration, Engine · 49,086 miles · NJ

I own a 2000 volvo s80 2.9 - VIN: [xxx]. I had purchased the vehicle new from bridgewater volvo in nj on aug 15, 2000. I have 49,100 miles on the car and I have maintained the vehicle impeccably in the last 5 years of ownership. Two weeks ago the car started stalling and the message display read "reduced performance". My wife uses the car to commute to work and the stalling of the car on the highways put her into a potentially dangerous situation. She was able to safely pullover and the car would re-start again every time it stalled. She finally got home and after the second day of the problems she left it in the garage and used the second car for commuting. She then took it to the volvo dealer in edison nj. Volvo of edison diagnosed the problem and here is the direct qoute from their bill - "performance reduced light fault trace ECM 91a7 and ABS 00b1-found internal fault in etm and brake pedal position sensor replace and download etm and brake pedal position sensor" since the car is no longer under warranty I had to pay the following amounts: parts - throttle body, gasket & sensor = $655.42 labor - $472.50 taxes = $67.68 total = $1,195.60 I called volvo customer service to complain about the pre-mature failures and their response was there is nothing they can do about it. I also stated that I am dissatisfied with their product quality and I may not consider buying another volvo product. The customer service rep told me that in that case volvo may not even consider reviewing my case as I may not consider buying another volvo. In addition to the above problem last year I had a cooling fan failure which was covered under warranty just before it expired. Now I have never ever received a recall notice from volvo on any problems. I understand that there was a recall on the front suspension ball joints and I do not know if volvo during the routine service visits ever applied the recall fix. *nm updated 07/17/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act