2000 Volvo V70 engine problems

Filed Jan 7, 2019 · Electrical, Engine · CA

I took my car to the dealer because it was not passing smog and had trouble for several years. So the smog dealer told me to take it to the dealer. I told the dealer that I was trying to pass smog, but the car had been driving very good in spite of the smog problem. They replaced everything that you can imagine at a cost of over 10,000 dollars which both of us spent in a two month period. But after they got it to pass smog I noticed another more serious problem, it would stop running in the middle of traffic. I told them about this new problem and they replaced the key and it still stopped on me 3 x on the freeway and streets. I returned the car going down the main streets for 2 hours and lift it with the company. Mckevitt volvo in san leandro ca. They wanted to charge me but I told them my are did not have this problem until they worked on it! I need a working car and I am in dept as a result of their work. I am a 65 year old retired teacher but I can't afford this dept. 11

Filed Oct 21, 2015 · Engine, Transmission · 146,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 volvo v70. While driving 65 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to move forward as the rpms increased. The check engine and ets warning lights illuminated. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 146,000.

Filed Jun 24, 2015 · Acceleration, Engine · 115,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 volvo v70. While driving 65 MPH, the rpms excessively increased and the ets warning light illuminated. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was aware of the federal safety agency campaign number: 06v441000 (vehicle speed control); however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 115,000.

Filed Apr 28, 2014 · Acceleration, Engine · 93,000 miles · MI

My volvo v70 has been dying immediately after starting the engine and has progressively gotten worse over the last 6 months. Have had two trips to a mechanic who repaired a few parts, but it didn't fix it. Problem continues. Recently, we were driving on the highway at about 65 MPH and the car speed dropped to about 20 MPH and couldn't go any faster and we had to pull over. This is a major safety risk. Now the car starts and immediately dies for about 4-5 times before it will start and continue running. There is a whirring noise coming from the electronic throttle when it dies immediately. I took it to a volvo dealer and they said a recall for a software update was performed on my car in 2006 to lower the wear inside the throttle. Then volvo issued a service campaign for the etm when it fails, but the campaign lasted until 200,000 miles or 10 years. So even though the car has only 94k miles and the recall software was installed only 25k miles ago, volvo won't replace a critical part to the safe operation of the vehicle because the 10 years have passed. So the dealer and volvo refused to replace this part even though the etm already had a recall and service campaign in the past. 2 actions to address a defective part, but volvo didn't fix the problem and I have a bad part in my volvo that is unsafe.

Filed Aug 8, 2012 · Acceleration, Engine · 197,593 miles · CA

August 8, 2012 I am sending this complaint concerning the service I received on a recall for a 2000 v-70 volvo, campaign# r115 ( vehicle speed ), the federal safety agency -campaign# o6v441000, action # eaq-5021. I scheduled an appointment with a volvo dealership. I went to the scheduled appointment and left my vehicle to be serviced. I was called from the dealership and was told my car was ready for me to pick up. After driving my vehicle for about 15 min max. It began unfortunately with the same symptoms I previously was experiencing. I called the service department where I apparently had my car serviced for repair and was told by the manager that I would be responsible for another diagnosis, and that it was probably something else, since the recall service was done I decided to call the: volvocars.us telephone #, @ 1‑800‑458‑1552. I thought for sure, I would receive the support I needed . I did not. I was told once again, I was responsible for the repair. Very upset, needless to say, I proceeded once again, and called the manager at the volvo dealership. I expressed once again, my concern with the service performed. In addition to the service, I had some questions concerning the service invoice . They have yet to be answered. I have adolescent children who are passengers in my vehicle everyday, and we would so appreciate!!! Our car serviced as it should be, please, this recall reads more than an upgrade. Apparently this upgrade was completed, I beg to differ. Thank you for your time and consideration in this very concerning matter, as I look forward to hearing from your office. At your most earliest convenience.

Filed Apr 11, 2011 · Engine, Fuel system · 114,500 miles · NC

Lost power in traffic, had to drive 10 MPH in limp mode in heavy traffic

Filed Sep 3, 2008 · Engine · 110,000 miles · NC

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 volvo v70. The vehicle would shut off while driving at any speed. The dealer replaced some of the components. The contact merged into heavy traffic and the vehicle shut off again. The failure has occurred twice and been repaired twice; however, the contact is concerned that the failure will recur. The failure mileage was 110,000.

Filed Feb 15, 2006 · Acceleration, Engine · OH

On 2/3/06 our volvo v70 year 2000, 74000m showed an ets light and check engine light. Car stalled at upon stopping and also upon stopping at a stop light the vehicle would not accelerate. Upon turning the car off and back on I was able to have it accelerate. The car would run ok for about 20 miles then lights came on again. Contacted volvo byers in cols oh 614‑864‑0780 whom informed me that the throttle system is needing replaced. Had the vehicle serviced on 2/6/06. Byers perform fault tests and noted that there was low voltage and stated cables from battery were needing replaced. I informed them that I was confused with how this could cause the ets light and check engine light to come on and cause my car to stall and at times not accelerate while the car is running. They indicated that prior to fixing the ets they needed to fix this issue. The cost $463.59. They then cleared all fault codes and noted that there was no ets code present. I informed them that this is probably because they did not drive the car enough after it had been turned off as this is what occurred to me the day the ets caused problems. They insisted that it was repaired. However, on february 15, 2006 the ets and check engine light came on again and the car stalled upon stopping and the lights would turn off upon restarting then driving 10 miles turned back on. I called the dealer complaining about the issue and failure to remedy the initial cause of the problem. I addressed my frustration that I spent over $450 to fix a problem that may never have had to be fixed. Researched other problems with volvo ets and found similar issues and experiences with this module. Furthermore, I learn of a warranty extension but never received any documentation of any potential problem with the vehicle. This is a safety hazard. Had I been stopped in an intersection/railroad track I would not have been able to accelerate the car to avoid potential injury. Very frustrated with volvo in ohio.

Filed Nov 11, 2005 · Engine · SC

When I begin to brake and the car slows, it will simply cut off. It is getting progressively worse and cuts off about one-half the time I begin to come to a complete stop. I had this same problem several years ago, and it reached the point where it stalled at as I was driving in a roundabout at approximately 10 MPH. I took the car to my mechanic and it was repaired. Now, however, the stalling failure is recurring. Although the field below requires a specific date, this problem is ongoing.

Filed Nov 8, 2005 · Engine · 85,604 miles · MO

Loss of power while driving/multiple times (sometimes while pulling out into traffic). Engine light came on. Took to dealer who replaced throttle.