2000 Volvo V70: engine stalls while driving

Filed Sep 10, 2011 · Acceleration, Brakes · MN

Why aren't you doing anything about volvo building crap? They should be in jail. Etm - design was unacceptable from a day one. The etm is causing surging, stalling and many other symptoms. Once volvo started to replace some of them, they used new ones with exactly the same flawed design. Abs module - is known for causing loss of braking power, early brake pads wear and damaging transmission. Front brake calipers - rust on calipers is squeezing rubber boots around sliding pins. Damage to rotors, pads and wheel bearings. Front lights low beams - unacceptable light output. Front seat belts - are cutting into side trim and side trim is cutting into seat belts. Wind shield wipers - highest speed is useless in heavy rain. Cruise control - RPM surges while going 55mph and turning on the cruise control. Do something!

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 Jul 18, 2008 · Acceleration · 140,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 volvo v70 cross country. The contact is currently experiencing difficulty starting the vehicle. While driving 60 MPH, the throttle light illuminates intermittently. She received a safety recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign id number 06v441000 (vehicle speed control). The recall repair was performed and the surging and stalling ceased for a short period of time; however, the failures have recurred. On july 18, 2008, the dealer stated that they would repair the ECM system if needed, but the contact would have to pay to have the vehicle diagnosed. The current and failure mileages were 140,000.

Filed Oct 24, 2006 · Electrical · 54,000 miles · DC

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 25 MPH and above, the vehicle completely lost power. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer, who replaced battery cables and the control module. The consumer stated sometimes it would take anywhere fro 30 seconds to 2 minutes before the vehicle resumed normal operation after stalling. Updated 12/01/06.

Filed May 2, 2006 · Brakes · 97,000 miles · GA

Abs control module failure. I was informed by two dealerships, north pointe volvo and dyer and dyer volvo, as well as volvo professional repair (all located in the atlanta ga area) that this was a common occurrence. Well I experienced this yesterday. The automobiles' ABS no longer is effective when this unit goes bad, leading to dangerous situations. It also leads to stalling, and shifting problems with the transmission which can lead to an accident, and almost caused me to have one yesterday. The part has to be replaced to the tune of nearly $1000.00 I can procure the old part from the service manager. I was informed this was a design flaw as heat causes the deterioration of this module due to its location near the engine.

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 · Acceleration · 79,129 miles · GA

Entering the highway, my volvo v70 had a complete stall. Car completely stopped and would not start. After about 20 minutes, it re started. It was driven to the volvo dealer once it started again and the "electronic throttle module" was replaced at a cost of $800.

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 1, 2005 · Engine · 85,000 miles · NY

The electronic throttle control module in my 2000 v70 volvo wagon was defective. The car ran badly, missed and stalled - brakes and transmission shifting was also affected. The situation continued to happen while on an extended trip with no volvo dealers within range. It took several trays for the dealer where I purchased the car to make the necessary repairs at a cost of about $900.00. I feel that the company should reimburse me since I understand that this situation is under investigation.

Filed Oct 26, 2005 · Acceleration · 85,000 miles · NY

Dt: the vehicle stalled/died and lost power due to electronic throttle module failure. *ak

Filed Oct 24, 2005 · Acceleration · 43,143 miles · NY

Dt: the contact's wife had the electronic throttle module (etm)replaced. The vehicle would slow down, almost stalling, and then the vehicle would surge. The replacement of the etm remedied the problem.*ak updated 11/29/2005 -

Filed Oct 6, 2005 · Acceleration · 67,400 miles · CT

Dt: the consumer said the electronic throttle control module (etcm) on 2000 volvo v70 had to be replaced. The dashboard light kept coming on and off intermittently. The vehicle stalled due to etcm failure. The dealer replaced the etcm. *ak