While driving, the ABS and traction control indicator illuminated. Both lights stayed for the duration of travel. *ak *jb
1998 Volvo V70 brakes complaints
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Abs module failed. Abs and tracking system warning lights came on/off.
Anti lock brakes control unit failed. A light indicated that the ABS brakes were not working, but the consumer heard and felt the ABS brakes were working when applying the brakes.
Abs/tracks system failure on both 1995, 850 and 1998, v70. When ABS/track light(s) comes on, no ABS/track. Left front weel may pull when braking on v70. Volvo corp. Does not want to do anything about this problem... Made several calls, had inspection/service done by "certified volvo service technician," volvo will not accept problem...
While traveling on the highway, the air message appeared on the dashboard and codes were not correct. Dealer was aware of the problem. Ts the computer chip on the anti lock braking system failed. The mechanic stated that there were several other vehicle with the same problem. Volvo wouldn't repair the vehicle under warranty. *scc
Anti-lock brakes not functioning. Cause has been identified as a defective ABS/tracs module, a known weak spot on 1998 model volvo s/v/c 70 series.
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
1998 volvo - (v70 and others) ABS/trac control module fails with 64,000 miles on car. Symptoms are intermittent warning lights. Well documented problem according to dealer and other owners (see www.brickboard.com) repair is nearly $700. Major safety issue since ABS and trac do not work when lights are on and module fails.
Abs / traction control module failed which resulted in loss of ABS and traction control. It has come to my attention that this is a common safety issue with volvos. According to my service writer at the volvo this is a common problem with this model. The repair is also not cheap at approx. $650.00. Excluded in the volvo increased protection (vip) "limited" extended warranty.
Defective ABS computer module.
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.
I bought this car used with less than 35k miles in feb 2002. Problem was a frozen right front brake caliper and a faulty right rear wheel speed sensor which engages the ABS unnecessarily/randomly. This did not happen for about a year after owning the car. I have been told by my mechanic that the rear wheel speed sensor failure appears to be quite common because he has seen it in many of the same cars. The part that is used to replace it is also a different part number which leads me to believe that volvo is most likely aware of this problem as well but have never issued a recall. There were many other problems with the car such as barometric pressure sensor failure, upper motor mount requiring replacing, AC sensor failure, wheel bearing, etc. All within the period of 1 year but none of these things affected the safety/braking of the car so I do not consider that truly dangerous. Those issues involve aggravation and money, not safety.
Abs/ traction computer failure, premature brake failure, side airbag deployed falsely (volvo v 70 awd cross country).
I have a 1998 volvo v70r awd and both the ABS/trac warning lights had been going on and off for the past couple months. The light would come on for a few minutes then go off. I understand that this is a common problem with the vehicle and have now had the control unit replaced. The cost to replace the ABS control unit was approximately $563.60.
Abs warning light comes on intermittently. Then goes off after a cycling of the engine. Seems to be a very common problem with this model and because the ABS system is not working when the light is on, it is dangerous. Volvo does not seem to be paying much attention to this problem despite a high number of complaints. Becaue there is no one date for this problem I will arbitrarily put one in for reporting purposes
Abs module failure looking at a few volvo on line boards this does not seem to be an isolated case so much for the "safty" car company. Dt
The ABS computer module in my volvo failed and had to be replaced at a cost of $700. I was informed by my mechanic that it had a crack in the computer board. This car has never been in any kind of accident, so this crack must have occured during normal driving. My brother had the same ABS problem in his 1998 volvo s70. Looking at comments online, this appears to be a very common problem with this expensive part. Dt
The ABS control module on several models of volvo including the v70 has a terrible track record. When it fails the car is without ABS and traction control, making the car much less safe. When replacing mine at the dealership (almost a thousand dollars) I was told that they couldn't keep the replacements in stock because so many were failing, and that the part had been redesigned as a result of the failures. I would like volvo to be held accountable for this faulty part so that owners can have them replaced for free before their brakes fail in emergency situations. Dt
Abs control module is cracked. I have heard this is a common problem for this vehicle. Abs system is not operable until ecu is replaced. Intermittent problem (ABS light comes on periodically). Dt
Consumer states that when trying to apply the anti lock brakes the brakes will lock up and the vehicle will have heavy vibration causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Dealer notified. Mr
Air bag deployed while car was in motion, followed by ABS/tracs warning lights coming on. The ABS no longer works after this occurs. This occurred intermittenly at first, but on a constant basis now. Mr
Problem with ab controller computer. Mr
Abs / traction control module failed which resulted in loss of ABS and traction control. It has come to my attention that this is a common safety issue with volvos. My mechanic from pro volvo (tele# 732‑303‑0770)claims he changes 2 ABS modules every week. The dealership even stocks 14 of these modules in its inventory. The repair is also not cheap at approx. $650.00. Mr
Abs module failed. It is apparently a common safety issue with this model/year volvo.
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While driving ABS/ tracking light illuminate on dashboard. Please provide any further information.
Both rear rotors have been replaced 5 times in one year due to excessive wear. Starting with the 2000 models volvo changed to larger rotors.
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Abs anf tracking system off warning lights come on. Sometimes at startup, while driving or braking. Dealer has serviced system with new sensors and resetting computer with no success on numerous occasions. They say it isn't important.
The rear brakes required replacement pads at 19,000 miles. The dealer told me this is normal for this vehicle and that the next model year had a redesigned rear brake assembly. The tires were worn at 23,000 miles.( dot number: )
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