Tl*the contact owns a 1999 volvo v70. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled in traffic repeatedly without warning. A local mechanic stated that the vehicle needed a new throttle. The dealer stated that ecm902f was not the designated code for a new throttle. The current mileage is 80,000, and failure mileage was 79,800. Ak
1999 Volvo V70 acceleration complaints
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The idle on my car was rough, and after a mechanic failed to turn up the cause I found a reason on a volvo forum on the web. The problem was a dirty throttle butterfly valve. I cleaned it in accordance to the volvo service bulletin. Five thousand miles later I am driving my car in stop and go traffic and the car starts sputtering, racing, and the engine is generally behaving poorly. I found that I could even out the idle and keep the car from stalling in traffic by keeping my right foot depressing the accelerator at all times, and using my left foot for the brake. I was not in any accidents, but almost got rear ended at least once.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled under normal driving conditions. The vehicle would surge prior to stalling. The surge was controllable during braking. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who changed the software of the electronic throttle module, but the problems persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who cleaned the throttle module. The problem reoccurred constantly. The dealer could not provide a determination for the cause of the problem on both occasions. The contact also received a letter from the manufacturer concerning an extension on the warranty on parts that included the electronic throttle system. The dealer did not honor the letter.
I was driving my 1999 volvo v70 on the highway, and it constantly accelerates and decelerates on its own with no action done by me. In one case it accelerated to the point in which I lost control and caused an accident. Vehicle is in the process of having the etm replaced at the dealership at a cost of 1000.00 to me because it is outside of warranty coverage.
Dt*: the contact stated the ets light illuminated then the vehicle stalled. This occurred at any speed and mainly while turning and applying the brakes. This is an ongoing problem, and happened 50-60 times. The dealership was unable to determine a problem.
Failure of the electronic throttle module resiulted in erratic throttle response. Surging on idle was causing problems if brake was not applied strongly enough. Cruise control was also erratic in function. Took to the dealer for replacement @ $1200.00. They gave no indication that this was a chronic problem. I only discovered the chronic nature of the problem on a bulletin board web site for volvo's.
Dt: the contact stated while driving the vehicle stalled intermittently. The vehicle has been to the dealership numerous times to have the electronic throttle module replaced. The contact was afraid to drive the vehicle. The problem recurred after repairs made. The vehicle surges and stutters violently the manufacturer has been contacted.*ak the door latch was broken. A loose ball joint was replaced. The drivers window would not go up. Updated 01/25/06.
1999 volvo v70 wagon. Vehicle stalled/lost power and died while driving due to electronic throttle module (etm) failure. The etm was replaced.
Stalling at low speeds. The etm has been replaced twice, xref 10137600. *ak the mass air flow unit was replaced, the bulbs burned out, the blower motor fan would run constantly, the check engine and ABS light would illuminate. The consumer sold the vehicle in may 2005. Updated 01/09/06.
I own a 99 volvo v70 wagon, purchased used. Vehicle has developed drivablility problems relating to the etm, (electronic throttle module) and will suddenly stop or cut out while driving, often resulting in a very dangerous situation, especially on the highway. Dealer says that this is a very common problem with this year volvo and estimates cost to repair at $800-$1200 but also notes that problem often returns because replaced parts often fail also. This is a problem that is affecting large numbers of volvo cars, and it needs to be addressed by the federal safety agency!
The throttle on our 1999 volvo v70 has failed. The problem was noticed by unusual throttle behavior on the freeway at 60 - 70 miles per hour. After this behavior had occurred several times over a period of months, the ets light came on indicating a throttle problem. The problem caused an unusual feeling to driving the car as if there were some resistance or impediment to the engine running properly. The ets warning light came on the date below listed as "incident date," but the problem was occurring over a few month period before that date. The ets light did not stay on, but there is clearly a problem with the throttle. I took the car to the dealer, lee volvo in wellesley, ma and was told the throttle needed to be replaced. This is worrisome, because the manual says to turn the car off and back on when the ets light comes on, but the ets light will not consistently indicate a problem, when the throttle is defective as ours is. We own a 2000 volvo s70, which I understand may have the same throttle, and that you are considering a recall for volvo throttles. It is expensive to replace the throttle $1,000+, and dangerous as it is a problem which may arise at 70 miles an hour with no warning.
Dt: while driving vehicle lost power and died on the highway. Caller said the electric throttle system warning light came on when the vehicle lost power. He was able to get the vehicle restarted but it would not idle right and could not be driven. Vehicle was towed to dealer who determined that the electric throttle neede to be replaced. Manufacturer said sometimes these things failed. *ak
Dt: while driving on 09/10/2005 the vehicle hesitated/lost power and died. Also ets light appeared. In addition, brakes were not holding. This started in 2002.
1999 volvo v70 w/61,000. Electronic throttle module failure (ets and check engine lights: rough idle on start (surging);slow speed only. Dealer service mgr. Indicated they replace many, but not at such low mileage. No indication that failure was imminent except slight, occasional hesitation after startup. Trip length of 3 miles. Subsequent startup and commute to dealer uneventful except check engine light was lit.
I've had numerous electronic problems with my volvo v70 since I bought it in 1998. The vehicle has been brought back to the volvo repair dealer for many repairs (I have organized documents of all the repair orders) clearly identified as "lost of power" while driving. Mostly on small roads and only once on an interstate. Originally started under warranty, I was told that the same problem was not covered outside of warranty when I spoke with the president of volvo north america's secretary. I have had many parts replaced trying to correct the situation including two electronic throttle control units (totaling three if you include the one that came with the car). "loss of power", "stalling at traffic lights", "hesitation when pressing on accelerator", an other comments are all documented in the volvo repair shop repair orders. The problems continued until throughout my ownership of the car. I finally gave up and sold it june 05. The repairs that volvo did to my v70 would work for a while and then the lights would soon come back on. I'd put up with it for a while until the car started to become to dangerous to drive (hesitation) and then I'd bring it in for repair. Volvo tried different solutions and told me that the computer codes indicated different repairs, but to me it was always the same symptoms. I would be glad to share the entire book of repair orders over the 7 years (and 167,000 miles) that I owned the car. Again they were always done at a certified volvo dealership.
Dt: the contact stated basically the warning light was coming on in the latter part of 2003. It happened several times. He took the vehicle to the dealer, and the dealer told him that he could have it cleaned, but the warning light could still come on. He would eventually have to replaced the electronic throttle module (etm). The contact had it replaced in 2-04, and just found out about the problem with the valves. He called the dealer stating he would like his money back from volvo. Because the car was not under warranty at the time he had the etm replaced, and because the mileage was 64,495, they could not reimburse him. The caller was not the original owner.
Failure of electronic throttle system occurred. No injuries due to immediate discontinued use after warning light illuminated. After light illuminated, I drove the car straight home from work, parked it and am currently researching where I will take it to get repaired. I have recently read numerous articles on this problem that others are having as well, and wanted to note this incident as well.
Cars stalls without warning at varying speeds. Sometimes I just lose acceleration without warning- has caused two near causes. I have written in the date of my last incident -but it has occurred intermittently for the past year.
1) 1999 volvo v70. Ets light appeared on dashboard. 2) throttle body assembly defective 3) parts replaced with new.
Rough engine idle, fluctuating idle speed, unpredictable acceleration rate.
The volvo began to sporadically lose power and stall. I called the volvo dealer and made an appointment after it stalled while cornering and my wife had almost lost control of the vehicle. On 9/23/04 the vehicle was towed to volvo. They checked for codes, battery cables, fuel and ignition and battery and found nothing wrong. They replaced a relay. Total cost was $173.15. The problem was still present and I had the vehicle towed back in on 11/16/04. They then diagnosed the problem as a faulty throttle unit. They replaced it and performed a software reload. The cost of that service was $ 1077.14. The vehicle has not stalled since.
Vehicle speed control. 1st failure occurred when I was driving my 9 year old daughter and 6 year old neighbor. Traffic was heavy and the surge almost caused me to rear end the car in front of me. Lack of power with normal acceleration which leads to more pressure to the accelerator leading to an eventual dangerous surge. Very noticeable at a dead start, but does occur at different speeds. Explained by dealership that etm needs replacing. Replacement cost will be $800-$1200.
1999 volvo v70 wagon. Mass registration 9418pg my 16 year old daughter driving with her mother in the above described 1999 volvo on rt 3 southbound between milton & marshfield massachusetts, when the ets light came on and the vehicle began to shake and stall. My wife having experienced this before instructed my daughter to pull over onto the shoulder of the road and restart the car. My wife & I paid south shore volvo of norwell massachusetts $1100 to replace this ets or etm system january of this year. We have also had spent $800. On two oxygen sensors that south shore volvo initially diagnosed as the problem. We have further spent an additional $125. On an ignition switch which has been causing all of the dashboard light to continuously light and go out, now the speedometer and mileage meter have begun to fail.. South shore volvo has refused to correct the problems, they will not even return our calls. California has filed a class action lawsuit in an attempt to get some relief for it's citizens. I am going to attempt to join theirs, would prefer some appreciate some assistance. Thank you vincent p stancato. Ps, 20 year volvo owner, I drive a 1991 volvo 245, used to like these cars.
Dt: the vehicle stalled. The dealer replaced throttle body 3 times. *ak
Ets light on, dealer replaced etm customer pay. Receipts faxed to odi, this voq created from e-mail sent by current owner mr. Scott. The consumer stated the part failed and was replaced before he purchased the vehicle, but he is sure it will have to replaced again.
I have had two 1999 volvo 70-series. One a v70 wagon, and the other a s70 sedan. Both had a failure of the electronic throttle module (etm). The etm on the v70 failed at 61,091 miles. The s70 failed at 101,312 miles for me, but since we bought the car used at about 98,000 miles, I do not know if it failed before. The v70 was exhibiting symtoms and was replaced under warranty when I brought it in for service. The s70 however failed on the road in traffic with my daughter driving, while I was also in the car. It was replaced by volvo, but cost me as there was no warranty.
While driving at highway speed 65-70 MPH car suddenly jumped forward then slowed and stalled while driving on hwy. Luckily I was able to pull to the side of the road without a problem. After a few minutes the car restarted and would drive but was surging just like before it stalled. I quickly drove the car home and parked. The problem has not yet been corrected but was quoted $1000 to replace the electronic throttle module by dealer (wilde volvo in brookfield, wi). The same dealer also told me that they replace an average of three of the electronic throttle modules every week. That seems like a defective part if they change 3 a week at 1,000 each and the stalling could cause a serious accident.
Dt: consumer owns a 1999 volvo v70. Vehicle stalled/ died and lost power due to throttle valve failure.
During the month of march, 2005, I was driving my 1999 volvo v70 on the interstate at 65 miles per hour when the car jerked several times and slowed to 10 miles per hour; not accelerating pass that speed. I exited the interstate and drove home at the speed of 10 miles per hour or less. To prevent the car from stopping at red lights, I placed the car in park and pressed the accelerator to keep the car from stopping. I had the car towed to volvo south atlanta and it was determined that the throttle body had to be replaced at a cost of $905.44. The parts were disposed of but I have a receipt for the throttle body, gasket and etm reload.
"check engine" light came on 8/3/05. Took car to dealership for diagnosis. Said it was malfunction of throttle that regulates air going into engine. No consequences as of yet.
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