2000 Volvo S80: jerking or lurching

Filed Feb 29, 2012 · Acceleration, Electrical · 98,000 miles · NC

My 2000 s80 t6 stalls in traffic and loses power while driving. Whenever I stop at a traffic light, I'll have to step harder on the accelerator in order to avoid the vehicle behind me from hitting my car.sometimes it jerks so bad I feel that engine may fall off.there's no engine light on or anything. I have called volvo and was told the problem is etm but has been replaced on my car according to their records. I have taken the car to the dealership and had different components tested out and fixed but that did not solve the problem.

Filed Apr 25, 2011 · Electrical · 146,600 miles · SC

On april 21,2011 approximately 7:45am, my vehicle failed in accelerating power suddenly while driving. In addition, my vehicle jerk, skip, and shook uncontrollably. I had my car towed to my personal repair shop (reputable volvo service, inc.) my mechanic informed me after a diagnostic, that the throttle module needs to be replaced. He tells me that only the volvo dealer would be the only repair service to replace this part due to the software program that included. So, once again, the car was towed the authorize volvo dealer. The diagnostic here is the same, the throttle module needs to be replaced. There was a recall on this part, along with other parts. I was not informed about this through the dealer but through research of my own. The service manager tells me that I would have to contact volvo manufacturer to see rather they would honor the recall of the replacement of this part. I contact the manufacturer and spoke with mrs. Marilyn and mrs. Jan and I was told that this part was past the warranty but they would honor the software update for this part. Also the engine cooling fan recall is still open but I have already had this part and labor done at my own expense due to the fact that I was not aware of the recalls. The throttle module is about $700.00, this does not include labor or another software program. For my total repair cost is $1185.00 and strongly feel that this is not fair because none of my parts were replaced through the recall. In other words I shouldn't have to pay for a part plus labor that was defective in production. I should be extended the same recall conditions that other volvo owners were able to received. Volvo inc knows exactly what cars received their recall parts replacement and also which cars did not through their VIN number. Of course they would extend the software update program because it's less expensive. Please assist me. Thanks

Filed Jul 5, 2010 · Fuel system · 85,386 miles · FL

I purchased a used 2000 volvo s80 today. Previous owner purchased car in 2002 and had all factory service done up to the 75000 check up (car has 85000 miles now). Car manifests all symptoms covered by the federal safety agency action number : pe05041. Surges and if you don't hold the brake hard at stop, car will lurch forward into traffic. While cruising, car surges forward and if you're not careful, the surging will cause the car to get out of control. Called the nearest dealer in jacksonville. They indicate that etm may need replacing ($1200) but my cars 10 year warranty in pe05041 expired in may. Car had problems before and dealer downloaded software but problem not corrected and etm was never mentioned to be replaced. Is there a way for me to be covered under the pe05041 warranty since prior dealer never took care of this and now my local dealer says it is just past the 10 year mark? My phone number is [xxx] and email is [xxx] . Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Dec 16, 2009 · Transmission · 123,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 volvo s80. While driving approximately between 25-30 MPH on an incline. The "transmission" and "engine" warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. Then the vehicle unexpectedly lurched forward. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician stated the transmission required replacement. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The failure and current mileages were 123,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Jun 4, 2008 · Electrical · 98,000 miles · NY

As I understand it, the electronic throttle module (etm) on my 2000 volvo s80 is in the process of failing. Two years ago, I had my vehicle serviced when it began surging forward when idling, even when I was braking. An etm software upgrade was done at that time and the etm was cleaned. Now, just short of two years later, I am having exactly the same problem again. As I am coming to a stop, my vehicle will suddenly and unexpectedly surge forward, even when my foot is on the brake. I am petrified that I am going to strike the back of another vehicle before I can arrange to get my car in for service. Further, when I put my car in park or use the AC system, my car comes to a near stall and just lurches all over the place. It simply cannot maintain an even idle when in park. Last week, for the first time, I became aware of the november 2006 recall concerning etms. This LED me to look at my old service records, since I was having the same frightening problem that I had two years ago. Sure enough, there it was again - "customer states at idle revs up and surges." I have already paid for this repair once. This is an extremely serious matter and my vehicle simply is not safe to drive.

Filed Jun 23, 2006 · Acceleration · 82,400 miles · IL

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.

Filed Dec 8, 2005 · Acceleration · 56,000 miles · FL

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.

Filed Nov 4, 2005 · Engine · 82,000 miles · ID

2000 volvo s80 t6 sedan - car began to jerk as though missing; got progressively worse, even after complete maintenance update. Has essentially gone to no power and I'v had to coast to the side of the highway - turn off- wait - restart and then run awhile longer. Local mechanic says its a throttle module or my main computer and must be fixed at dealer (220 miles away) because no one else can program the new module when replacing.

Filed Sep 12, 2005 · Acceleration · 97,000 miles · IL

The vehicle was not idling properly. While stopped at a stop light, the engine would speed up and slow down. When starting to move from a stop, the car would lurch forward as the engine speed increased. This resulted in numerous close calls of me having to stop suddenly before hitting the car in front of me, also increasing the chance of being hit from behind from cars as I stopped suddenly. The volvo dealer replaced the electronic throttle module as well as the mass air sensor to correct the problem. This is similar to the other complaints that have been reported about the etm on the volvo.

Filed Aug 22, 2005 · 49,000 miles · NJ

Car began lurching when idling. Took to dealer, who said the electronic throttle module needed replacement - and that nhts was investigating this.

Filed Aug 2, 2005 · Engine · 76,000 miles · TN

Engine constantly surges forward while brakes are applied. At a stoplight, the car will just suddenly lurch forward. On highway, car lost power and acceleration. When I pulled over, the engine cut off. Dealership told me to the problem was the electronic throttle, which I replaced for $2100. The car continues to have engine surges.

Filed Oct 23, 2000 · Acceleration · NY

Engine revs up (100-300 RPM) when coming to a stop. You have to step on the brakes really hard so that it will not move. I have brought it to the shop 4 times and complaint about it but was told that they know that the car revs up but the RPM will not make it run. It does and I even called volvo customer service to get help but got nowhere.the dealership knows about the problem but was told that they cannot change the sensor because the compute does not lod a code and they will not be reimburse by volvo.please help... I know the car is defective but nobody is helping me to correct this problem. I even complained about the suspension being bad at the same time that I brought the car for the jerking problem but was told it was fine. Brought it 4 times and complained about the suspension but nothing. Last month volvo had a recall on the balljoints and that tells me that I was right complaining about the suspension. The car is getting worst. At times it just moves in a jerking motion when you put it in reverse or drive. Need your help and I don't know if you have received complaints from this. I would sincerely appreciate help since I have the car used by my kids. Right now I have not used it for a month bec. Of the problem. I got into an accident in ny when I nudge a pedestrian during a stop since the car jerks and I was not able to step on the brakes really to stop it from moving..the person was really mad and all I had to do is apologize.