2000 Volvo V70: check engine light

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 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 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.

Filed Sep 12, 2005 · Acceleration · 00

Engine light and ets warning lights come on. Was supposedly repaired at dealer but lights are coming on again. Have read on a number of forums that the ets failure can cause dangerous driving conditions...sudden loss of power. If this problem can cause this problem volvo should offer a recall on the device. I have also researched that incorrect diagnostic software was installed on some models.

Filed Apr 26, 2004 · Electrical · 78,000 miles · OH

Driving 2000 make volvo v70 on interstate at 65 MPH. Ets and check engine warning lights come on. Car begins losing power, can't slow down or speed up. Finally steer to an exit ramp; car dies at bottom of exit ramp. No crashes, but major traffic jams. Car completely dead, needs to be towed. Viewing internet forums re: volvo, ets warning light and electronic throttle system (ets) problems are a major occurrence and a huge safety issue, judging from the many close calls I've read about similar to mine. Dealer replacing the ets module. Did not care about my safety. This is a huge issue that volvo needs to deal with. I and my daughter could have been killed, and others as well.