Abs / trac lights intermittent failure, causing occasional loss of braking for 1-2 seconds.
1998 Volvo V70: brake failure
6 of the 187 complaints about the 1998 Volvo V70 describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 5 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
- 20071
- 20053
- 20011
- 20002
- 19993
- 19986
What owners say
When the brakes were applied, the ABS light appeared on the dashboard. Braking power hesitated, which caused the to have no brakes.*ak the brakes activated without driver application. Yet, when the brakes were applied, there was a delay in braking. *ph
Failure of ABS control module. 1998 volvo v70. Intermittent and partial loss of brakes, usually (not always) when going over bump. Sometimes brake pedal almost goes to floor before engaging. The problem started sporadically about four years ago (ABS fault light with no noticeable problem). Several visits to dealer, but no remedy. About 18 months ago, problem became more severe with actual loss of brakes occurring. It seems from newsgroups that this is a very common problem with this year volvo, so I don't believe it is a isolated incident.
Abs/ traction computer failure, premature brake failure, side airbag deployed falsely (volvo v 70 awd cross country).
We learned this week that our volvo v70 has a design defect - in that the brake rotors become warped after a short period of usage. The service representative at the authorized volvo dealer where we purchased the car, informed us of this. We have had to have the rotors replaced twice, in less than a year, first in december 1998 and now again in october 1999. The mechanics tell us that the rotors should usually last the life of the car. According to the service representative the rotors are not suitable for the weight of the car in the v70 and 840 series. He indicated that he had contacted the manufacturer and that volvo considers the need for replacement this often, as simple wear and tear. Another customer present at the same time also stated she had problems and that most recently in her had been totaled in an accident when the brakes failed. The service representative stated that they have had many customer complaints but that volvo in unresponsive. We are concerned because we purchased a volvo for its safety reputation. We have a four year daughter we transport in the car, and we are afraid of what could happen. Not only would an accident harm us, but others on the road. Please advise what action we should take.
The brakes failed to work on an incline when the vehicle stalled. Emergency brakes had to be used to stop. Dealer says it's normal.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc
- Information regarding new rear brake pads and calipers
- Subject on the cross-shaped pad retainer spring in the rear calipers coming in contact with the rotor
- Concerns with the cross-shaped pad retainer spring in the rear calipers CAN come in contact with the rotor
- Introduction of new rear brake pads and calipers
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1998 Volvo V70 brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1998 Volvo V70?
6 of 187 owner complaints about the 1998 Volvo V70 (3%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1998.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1998 Volvo V70?
There are 0 recalls and 5 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1998 Volvo V70
ABS 33Headlights 16Stalling 8Door locks 7Check engine light 6Seat belt 6Fire or smoke 5Loss of power 5
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