Tl*the contact owns a 1999 volvo v70. In 2008 a mechanic stated that the ABS, ebd switch failed at 105,000 miles. He did not replace the switch. In september of 2009 the failure recurred and caused the brakes to malfunction. The dealer confirmed that there were no related recalls per his VIN. The ABS module and the ebd switch were replaced. The repair cost was $822.26. The failure mileage was 105,000 and the current mileage was 120,000. Updated 10/27/09 *cn the consumer stated only the ABS feature failed. The brakes continued to work, however, the switch failure also caused intermittent failure of the odometer and speedometer as well as causing the dashboard warning lights to come on and go off. Updated 10/28/09.
1999 Volvo V70: ABS light or ABS activating
8 of the 169 complaints about the 1999 Volvo V70 describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 8
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- typical mileage
- 70,000
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 3 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 volvo v70. While driving 55 MPH, the ABS warning lights illuminated, the speedometer stopped working, and the transmission failed to shift. The dealer stated that the ABS module failed and they made the replacement. No other failures have occurred since the replacement. The VIN was unknown. The current mileage is 140,000 and failure mileage was 102,000.
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.
Engine stutter / stall / engine speed reduced and not drivable - multiple occurrences before and after repairs over period of 5 years. Dealer repair 9/27/00 13941 miles replaced throttle body. Second instance records not readily available - believe replaced manifold. Third instance 9/16/03 36061 miles - replaced multiple components until problem went away. Fourth instance july 2005 approx 75000 miles tracs, ABS, check engine light with erratic vehicle speed - had to keep throttle high RPM but diagnosis was wheel speed sensor repaired and problem went away - but starting to show same stutter on start up that predated first failure - has not failed yet, but wife refuses to drive as unsafe due to multiple failures and loss of power / speed in traffic. I believe this car is an example of the investigation in work - ref pe05041.
11/12/04 mass air flow sensor replaced 12/16/04 map sensor & shut off valve replaced 3/15/05 shut off valve replaced again! 1/18 05 master window switch pack replaced - 5/31/05 master window switch pack replaced again!! 3/17/05 electronic throttle control module replaced!!! 5/9/05 oxygen sensor and ABS control unit replaced. When the throttle control module failed in march 2005, my 1999 volvo v70 had only 55,000 miles on it! I was on the expressway when my car lost power and had no way to get back onto the road safely.....I have spent over $4000 in the past year replacing electrical control units in order to make this car safe. The check engine light came multiple times over the past year. I am afraid to drive this car for fear of something else going wrong with the electrical system. I have four small grandchildren who are with me at least three days a week.
While driving and applying the brakes vehicle suddenly accelerated and stalled. Consumer was able to restart, and take the vehicle to the dealer. And mechanic replaced ABS module but the problem recurred.
When the brake pedal was depressed, the brakes didn't engage and the vehicle failed to stop, as a result the driver had to continuously pump the pedal to stop vehicle. *ak consumer stated there was complete and total brake failure. The consumer had the ABS unit that was replaced. The check engine light illuminated. The dealer reset the light. *ph
Abs brake, check engine light, transmission lights all came on. Third time in 11 months. First service was a soft ware patch. Hardware replaced last week and same problem happened again. Manufacturer unwilling to assist with problem. Dt
Service bulletins that may apply
- This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc
- 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
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1999 Volvo V70 abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1999 Volvo V70?
8 of 169 owner complaints about the 1999 Volvo V70 (5%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1998.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1999 Volvo V70?
There are 0 recalls and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1999 Volvo V70
Stalling 44Loss of power 23Check engine light 17Hesitation 6Headlights 5Misfire 5
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