2001 Volvo V70 engine problems

Filed Feb 14, 2022 · Engine · 178,000 miles · CA · fire

The contact owns a 2001 Volvo V70. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, the engine caught fire. The air bag warning light was illuminated. There was damage to the garage. There were no reported injuries. The fire department extinguished the fire and confirmed the origin of the fire was the engine. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 178,000.

Filed Jun 28, 2016 · Engine · 190,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 volvo v70. The contact discovered that fluid was leaking from the vehicle when anti freeze was added. In addition, when the air conditioner was activated, warm air emitted from the vents. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the cooling fan needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was previously serviced per the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v451000 (engine and engine cooling) years ago. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000. The VIN was not provided. Updated 09/22/16*lj consumer stated "recalled part coolant fan module" again became defective. It caused damaged to the vehicle, including a radiator and coolant reserve tank, in addition to replacement of the defective modular/ coolant fan assembly. Updated 6/19/18

Filed May 28, 2015 · Engine · 113,000 miles · WA

Transmission has had problems for about three years. We were traveling on the hwy and the car started shaking, then stopped. We had to have it towed to our mechanic. Needs new transmission and alternator which would cost more than it is worth. Our mechanic has seen a number of 2001s with problematic transmissions. We are very disappointed in volvo for not fixing this problem. Now this beautiful car is sitting in our driveway unused.

Filed Aug 6, 2008 · Engine, Transmission · 101,000 miles · TX

The transmission and radiator on my 2001 volvo v70 failed and had to be replaced. I did quite a bit of research on 2001 volvo v70 and found that many of this particular make and model have transmission failure. In my particular case, the transmission gave me "problems" several months prior to needing to be replaced. I brought the vehicle to the dealership on three separate occasions to have it looked at. Each time the repairs made no difference. On my final attempt to have the problem resolved (after the warranty had expired) I was told the transmission and radiator needed to be replaced. *tr the consumer stated the transmission would hesitate when shifting gears. The consumer stated she is on her 3rd transmission. Updated 08/26/08.

Filed Apr 8, 2008 · Engine · 86,000 miles · IL · 1 injury

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 volvo v70. While driving 30 MPH, radiator fluid saturated the driver side floorboard underneath the accelerator pedal. The dealer stated that the seals or heater core could have caused the failure. As of april 8, 2008, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The current and failure mileages were 86,000.

Filed Nov 21, 2006 · Engine · 83,500 miles · MD

2001 volvo v70 surges while underway, surges and stalls at idle, goes into reduced performance mode (20 MPH or less). Car runs normally when cold (up to 1 mile after starting in morning), then begins to surge and fail. Need to pull over to shoulder, stop engine for 3 minutes, and restart. If engine is stopped for less than 3 minutes, it restarts in 20 MPH mode. This has happened daily for 2 weeks. Independent mechanic replaced ignition coil based on obd code, but problem recurred the next day. Have appointment with volvo service department 11/22/06.

Filed Aug 15, 2006 · Acceleration, Engine · CA

I own a 2001 volvo v70 .. And have had repeated experiences with the vehicle either stalling while in gear and / or "surging" forward while at a stop with the brake pedal depressed ... The vehicle has been brought to an authorized volvo repair shop and to the dealer for these problems a minimum of 4 times upon the return of my vehicle to me the vehicle exhibited the same problems .. The most recent event having taken place on 08.08.06 at this most recent incident I had my two granddaughters in my vehicle and I believe that this event put all our lives in danger .. This is definitely a safety issue / hazard ! I placed a call to the dealership only to be given the "run-around" from jon, tony, and gloria ... Jon burnham suggested that I let them have my vehicle to drive until the "problem" is duplicated .. Gloria masterly said I should not take my car to my local volvo approved repair shop ... That I should have it towed to them, instead both thru asc at no charge ... And at my expense numerous times> tony rivas told me that he had to make a call and that he would get back to me ... No one got back to me ... Nor has anyone issues with the magnate marelli etm and am appalled at the devil may care attitude that volvo is taking towards this whole affair I bought volvo because of their reputation for safety ! I am now afraid to drive my car ... And am receiving no assistance from any volvo advisors or representatives I am nearly 80 years old .. And would hate to lose what years I do have left to an avoidable problem which may very well take my life

Filed May 22, 2006 · Engine · 62,000 miles · VA

Surging, missing, skipping while idling in gear. It may surge, miss, skip while out of gear, but it is hard to detect. I have had the etm software update and then they cleaned it. The dealer does not know what to do with it now and it is still happening. They have not yet done the volvo campaign to replace faulty etm's because the guidelines are strict. (someone has to die first, then they will replace it) this has been going on for over three months now.

Filed Feb 9, 2006 · Acceleration, Brakes · NY

2001 v70 did not shift properly and clunked in and out of gear. Consumer was told that the stabilizer motor mount was faulty. *ts the throttle body, cam shaft sensor and vacuum boost sensor needed to be replaced.

Filed Dec 19, 2005 · Brakes, Engine · CA

2001 volvo v70 braking system failed and engine completely shut down without warning. *ts *nm *** no answer required***