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.
2000 Volvo S80 electrical complaints
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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.
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)
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.
Yr 2000 volvo s80 2.9l. Two safety related complaints follow: 1. Dash board (speedometer, tach, lights, etc), electric windows and door locks, and turn signals just stop working all at the same time! I have to unhook the battery to reset. Common problem from looking at internet forums. 2. Airbag malfunction light message comes on when the airbag has not deployed. This occurred after the mysterious electrical malfunction described above. The dealer wants a fee to reset and check the airbag function. This is also common from looking at internet forums. I think the dealers should be made to fix these problems free of charge.
June 13, 2004: car lost power on I-70 in ohio. Time - 10:00 pm; conditions clear. Vehicle dropped into "limp home mode" requiring that we drive in the breakdown lane to the nearest exit which was about 8 miles. Vehicle speed was about 20 MPH max. - a dangerous situation on an interstate at night since both debris, dead animals and highway construction barriers required temporarily leaving the breakdown lane. Neither my wife nor I knew what was happening at the time. We were able to find a motel and had the car towed to the nearest volvo dealership for repairs the next day. Car repairs included an etm, throttle body, the main control module (part #8601630), various diagnostic tests and software downloads. Time constraints necessitated our returning to connecticut by the next day so we ended up leaving the car and obtaining a rental. The dealership finished the repairs and had the car driven to us a couple of days later. A good part of the repair costs were absorbed by volvo, however we did pay some. The reason for this complaint is concern for my wife's safety. She is the primary driver of this car, using it to commute to/from work on heavily traveled roads. We have since learned that these repairs do not permanently solve this problem. The car now has 95,000 miles on it - about 35, 000 more miles since the original failure. We are aware of volvo's 10 year/200,000 mile warranty on the etm, but volvo needs to find a permanent fix rather than risk my wife's or my safety.
In oct 04, we purchased a volvo 2000 s80, [xxx]. We were satisfied with the performance of the car for the most part. Shortly after we purchased the volvo, the check engine light came on, and after having the codes check, the oxygen sensor needed to be replaced. Since the car was running smooth and w/agreement of my mechanic, I did not have the os replaced. In march 2006, another msg came on the msg ctr, urgent transmission service req'd. After having the problem check out, I was told the transmission needed to be completely overhauled. My transmission overhaul cost $1300. The problems with the transmission, according to transmission technician, was with the overdrive clutch hub and two shift solenoids were defective. After the repair the car was running great. Another problem came up on the msg ctr, stating urgent engine service req'd. We had driven less than the 100 mi when another msg appeared. After checking w/my mechanic and another owner of a 2000 s80 volvo, who had experienced the same problem, it was determined we had a problem with the etm (elect throttle mod), which was a known issue with volvo. L. After more investigating, I found out that the warranty on the etm had been extended to 200,000 miles, my car had a little over 125,000 miles. I scheduled my car for repair at my local volvo dealership, tim marburger volvo of bristol, tn, for repair under a warranty problem. My car was repaired/upgraded to fix the issue with the etm. My volvo is currently running much better than it's run since we purchased the vehicle. Once the msg came on regarding the engine needing service, the performance was marginal at best, fortunately we were not in a situation that could have caused an accident, that his happen in traffic, who knows what might have happened. It seems that volvo knows they have problems with the etm, why haven't they done something to notify their volvo owner of this problem??? This is provided for your info/action. *nm
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.
While driving in highway traffic, the car has a sudden loss of speed & steering & completely stalls. 1st time 3/17/04 throttle body control unit was replaced. 2nd time 11/26/05 mass air flow meter was replaced. Both times was able to restart car after coasting to shoulder. One other time as well, date not noted. These are the same symptoms as reported under complaint pe05041 involving the electronic throttle control module (etm).
2000 volvo s80 t6 on numerous occasions the vehicle would stall, even when driving at highway speeds. On several occasions while driving my children to school on the highway the vehicle stalled forcing me to cross 3-4 lanes of heavy traffic without the use of power steering or power brakes. The electronic throttle module was determined to be defective. This is a known defective part on 1999-2001 volvo s80's. There are even documented reports that the etm will fail on over 90% of all volvo s80's within this year range ('99-01). I have spent $900 to have this replaced. The state of california is filing a lawsuit against volvo over this part. I live in ky; therefore I don't believe that lawsuit will help me. I am asking volvo for full reimbursement to replace this part. It not only was a faulty design, but also potentially deadly part. There should have been a full recall on this part and volvo knew about this problem even before the release of the vehicle in '99. There is another know defective part on the same year volvo that is the ABS module. I had to have that replaced for a cost of $1000. Documented reports say the ABS module will fail on 60% of those volvos.
In july 2005, I noticed the car surging, particularly at highway speeds. It cut off, giving a message of "reduced performance" but no "check engine" message. The "reduced performance" message is not listed in the owner's manual. I was able to drive the car at about 5 MPH to a turnoff point. I cut the car off to consult the owner's manual and it restarted without a problem. I attributed the problem to perhaps faulty gasoline. On oct. 9, the car abruptly cut off on the interstate, giving the same warning message but this time also displaying a "check engine" light. Fortunately I was able to safely coast across two lanes of traffic to the emergency lane. When I took the car in for diagnostics (to an independent dealer), he said that the throttle body was bad and directed me to several web sites that discussed the problem and the class-action lawsuit in california. On oct. 17, "john" with volvo north america's customer care hotline said that the problem was probably not covered under my extended warranty because of the car's age. I pointed out that it has fewer than 60,000 miles. I asked him about a recall and he told me about the pending investigation by the federal safety agency. I also asked him for the federal safety agency's telephone number, which he gave me. I have not taken the car to my local dealer yet. I am appalled that a company that prides itself on safety would allow people to drive their vehicles knowing that the cars might cut off at any time.
The major problem with volvo's computerized throttle (etm, s80 1999-2001, e.g.) is to describe the symptoms. It's blurry like a stomach disorder if you don't find an exact description. In my case it's like the engine looses power and you can't compensate fast enough by giving more throttle. It's impossible to meet clutch and throttle no matter what. Now, if you take it really slowly so the computer manages to react, it's no problem but if you are the slightest to hasty .... Results: engine stops, sometimes on critical spots and changing of gear like a new driver. I've been on a volvo garage to discuss the matter and I've been treated like an idiot. I know I'm right and they know they're wrong. It's time to put pressure on volvo and make them correct their mistake. If not, in the future, choose another car! I'm saying this although I'm swedish!
2000 s80 volvo t6, has stalled in traffic nine times, including a sudden loss of speed and power steering while driving in highway traffic without warning. I have had car towed to our dealer several times, they keep it for a week, trying to see if the car will stall for them. We are frustrated with the dealer, will it take a death before there is any action. Can you please help us?
I own a volvo s80 and have seen some performance problems similar to those described by http://vexedvolvo.org/. Stalling on a highway is one of the biggest problems although my stalls usually don''t cause the car to totally stop. I recently contacted volvo since I feel that this type of situation is unsafe. They never responded to my request, which was for a replacement part, that I would pay for, that wouldn't fail over time. I have sent them two emails so far with no results. I am a 9-year volvo owner and because of the problems they have ignored I fee l volvo has given up on trying to make their cars safe and reliable. If I can help with your investigation please let me know. The car has 88000 miles on it.
Surging engine RPM noted on numerous occasions while stopped. Seems to be when using air conditioner our safety concern is the possibility of the engine overpowering the brakes. Dealer says it is the electronic throttle module and noted it is an on-going problem with this model car as well as a safety and reliability concern.
On three occasions (between jan. 2005 and aug. 2005), while driving my 2000 volvo s80 it has cut off on me. The first time I was pulling into a parking spot at a shopping center. While giving the car gas and pulling into the parking spot the car shut off on me. The second time I had coasted probably 20 feet and was going to pull into a driveway and when I gave the car gas it shut down on me. The third time I was stuck in traffic and I was giving it gas to move up a little and the car cut off. I am reporting this because I saw an article related to these occurrences in the greensboro news & record.
My 2000 s80 volvo has a defect with the emission control module it was losing power and idling very bad. Because of this problem the cat converter and o2 sensors also miss functioned which cost over $4000 to repair after I got the car back 2 days later the emission message appeared again and the car is not running well.
2000 volvo s80 t6; five times now the car has lost all power while traveling at speeds between 15 and 25 MPH. The last time it happened was when I was turning left and the car lost power half way through the turn.
Throttle control car would surge uncontrollably while I was driving on the highway it would sometimes stall the car out and I had to pull over to restart the car I went to the dealer to have them install and new throttle body and electronic throttle module.
While traveling at interstate highway speed (65-75 MPH), the engine began to surge violently, for no apparent reason. Within seconds, the warning indicator illuminated and the message center displayed, "stop safely and restart engine." after pulling onto the shoulder, the engine RPM fluctuated from 400-1000 RPM quickly. Similar or more severe events occurred three more times that day. Fortunately, no accident occurred as a result of stopping on the shoulder.
2000 s80 volvo 2.9 is dangerous! Suddenly when driving throttle dies, acted like throttle cable broke. Then it came back! Then it surged at a red light last week, and I had no foot on the gas! Volvo said etm(?) needed cleaning / replacing . It was cleaned , still surges, I am afraid it will die on highway while going on an on ramp.
Dt: the contact stated 2000 volvo model s80 caught on fire on 8-26-05. The fire originated from under the hood. It completely destroyed the engine. He was not having any problems with the car prior to this. He was driving at 25-50 MPH when the fire broke out. He saw smoke coming from the hood. The fire department was called and extinguished the fire. He was not the original owner he did not know if anything was replaced on the vehicle. The current owner did not report any problems with the car prior to this, such as stallingor surging the fire department and the police police departmentindicated t the fire was an electrical nature, but they were not absolutely sure.
Another complaint for the volvo s80 throttle module causing the car to lose all power on the freeway. I was fortunate that each time this occurred, I was in a position to get off the road safely. The situation could have been disastrous, however. I work in nashville where every route to work is undergoing road construction and does not have a shoulder to pull off on. Had the etm failed in one of these locations, I would likely have been hit by other autos unable to avoid me. I had the part replaced for about $850 as volvo claimed that it was not a problem and refused to fix it. In addition to the faulty etm is the ABS control unit for the airbags and traction control. According to what I've seen on volvo message boards (volvospy.com, swedespeed.com and brickboard.com), this part also seems to fail as frequently as the etm. Mine is failing now and needs to be replaced or I can have it fixed at an independent shop - please check the following website for more information on this shop: http://home.earthlink.net/~vicrocha/ if the ABS control unit fails in an accident, the airbags will not to deploy. If the traction control is not working, the car may not be able to avoid a dangerous situation which could result in an accident as well. The part can be made to be more dependable, according to information from the independent shop listed above. The incident date is not accurate. It occurred over a period of a couple of weeks a little over a year ago. I can check the date of repair to give you a more accurate date if you wish. Thanks!
2000 volvo s80 -- defective throttle control module subject of preliminary evaluation pe05041 on april 20, 2005, while driving using cruise control at highway speeds the car would lose and regain power frequently. On april 21, 2005 while driving at approximately 35 miles per hour on a two lane road without a shoulder the car lost significant power and a variety of warning lights came on with instructions to turn off the engine. Was able to restart the car with limited power and took it to the dealer. The problem was diagnosed as a faulty throttle module and replaced at a cost, paid 100% by me, of $919.16. Subsequently, the cruise control occassionaly exhibits the same slight loss and resumption of power. While I was lucky in that I was able to turn into a driveway when nearly all power was lost, had there been traffic on the two lane road I was subject to being rearended. The frequency of this failure, which I understand to be the subject of a class action lawsuit in california contending there is a "hidden warranty" practice being conducted by volvo which at times pays for the expense and other times not, is worthy of your official evaluation. Thank you.
Faulty electronic throttle control on 2000 volvo s80 t6 sedan. Engine died on busy roadway, car towed to repair shop, repaired for $1,300.84. Vehicle is out of warranty, but had only 27,928 miles on it at the time of the failure on 04-15-2005.
I would just like to add my concern to the list of individuals who experienced stalling condition with the volvo. We own a 2000 volvo model s-80 t-6. In april of this year we were experiencing stalling conditions with our car at slow speeds mainly after a few miles of driving after the first start of the day. The car was taken to the local dealership for troubleshooting and possible repair. After a week in the shop the vehicle was returned to us and we were advised that they could not duplicate any stalling. Since then we have experienced a stall condition twice and again it was within the first few miles after the initial start of the day. The car always starts and performs satisfactory afterwards. It was not an everyday occurrence, but does make one uncertain about reliability.
I should have know that something was wrong with my used 2000 volvo s80 t6 two weeks after purchased it when the engine cut off on me while I was going through an intersection. I just thought that my car was still warming up and that is why the engine cut off. Then a couple weeks later my automatic door locks would work intermittently so much so that I had to use my remote keyless entry just to unlock my doors while I am sitting inside my car! But this isn't the worst of it. While I am on my way to a hair appt in heavy los angeles traffic, my car starting stalling. I was doing 30 - 50 miles per hour going down the freeway and my car would just cut off. Imagine if my 3 year daughter was in the car at the time. I couldn't believe that I was having engine problems with the highly recommended volvo. I couldn't believe it. I had to literally drive on the shoulder of the freeway just to keep giving my car power. I had never been so afraid while driving. I was upset and pissed off that my car was still considered safe to drive. All of these models should be taken off the streets. I eventually had the car towed to the volvo dealer and luckily I still had the extended warranty. The dealership told me that it was a faulty electronic throttle module and they replaced it. My car was working fine until two weeks ago when the same issue has started to occur with the automatic locks. I can't unlock the automatic locks from inside of my car, I have to use the remote keyless entry. I have to the conclusion that the car that I am driving in is a death trap and that I would really like to be reimbursed for all the headaches that this car has given me. Volvo's motto is "for life", I am starting to tell people, if you value your life, then don't purchase a volvo.
Volvo s80 the federal safety agency action number pe05041 saw that the federal safety agency recently opened an inquiry into issue of etm in volvos and wanted to add my car to list of complaints received. I had many incidents of car suddenly killing in rush hour traffic over the course of four or five months. Fortunately I did not have an accident, but only due to extreme defensive driving: avoided rush hour, stayed to outside lanes, was able to coast to shoulder, etc. Dealer was aware that etm was issue, but extended warranty refused to cover because error codes did not stay in car computer. Once etm was replace earlier this year, car has been working fine.
2000 volvo s80 stalling while driving several episodes, all at low speed the episode below was the last.
The vehicle would have small changes in speed over the course of several months the car began to lose power and then stall at speed between 50-75 MPH. The car restarted but speed was inconsistent even with cruise control. Dealer was contacted and they advised that is was probably the electronic throttle control module, this was without further inspection of the vehicle. The service work was done and so far the problem has been corrected.
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