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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Report #706368

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 06, 1999.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . THE ENHGINE WILL BEGIN TO RUN ROUGHLY (AS THOUGH IT IS FLOODED) LOSES, POWER AND WILL NOT ACCELERATE. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE "ETS" AND "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHTS COME ON. THE OWNER'S MANUAL SAYS TO PULL OVER, SWITCH OFF THE IGNITION AND THEN RESTART. IF THE *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A1X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LAKE OSWEGO, OR. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990201. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Unknown Or Other

VOLVO S70 1999 Unknown Or Other Report #706368

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 06, 1999.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . THE ENHGINE WILL BEGIN TO RUN ROUGHLY (AS THOUGH IT IS FLOODED) LOSES, POWER AND WILL NOT ACCELERATE. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE "ETS" AND "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHTS COME ON. THE OWNER'S MANUAL SAYS TO PULL OVER, SWITCH OFF THE IGNITION AND THEN RESTART. IF THE *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A1X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LAKE OSWEGO, OR. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990201. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Report #837671

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 10, 1999.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . ENGINE WILL RUN LIKE IT'S FLOODED. RESULTING IN LOSS OF POWER. PRIOR TO VEHICLE SHUTTING DOWN, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE DEALER IS REPAIRING VEHICLE AGAIN, AND HAS REPAIRED VEHICLE TWICE BEFORE. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A1X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LAKE OSWEGO, OR. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Unknown Or Other

VOLVO S70 1999 Unknown Or Other Report #837671

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 10, 1999.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . ENGINE WILL RUN LIKE IT'S FLOODED. RESULTING IN LOSS OF POWER. PRIOR TO VEHICLE SHUTTING DOWN, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE DEALER IS REPAIRING VEHICLE AGAIN, AND HAS REPAIRED VEHICLE TWICE BEFORE. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A1X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LAKE OSWEGO, OR. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Report #838628

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUTSDOWN, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL. DEALER CANNOT IDENTIFY THE PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56DXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in STANTON ISLAND, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe Report #841893

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE . TAIL PIPE EXCEEDS THE LENGTH OF BUMPER, CAUSING SOMEONE TO BE BURNED. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK .1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D3X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ROCHESTER HILLS, MI. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:4WD. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System Ignition

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Ignition Report #713786

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 30, 1998.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . THE CAR HAS AN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM. AFTER SEVERAL DAYS OF INACTIVITY THE CAR WILL NOT START. ACCORDING TO THE DEALER A FAULTY SWITCH IN THE DOOR ALLOWS THE BATTERY TO DRAIN OVER EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME. UNFORTUNATELY FOR ANYONE WHO TRAVELS AND LEAVES THERE CAR AT THE AIRPORT THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS EVENT. THE CAR HAS FAILED TO START FOR ME ON FOUR SEPARATE OCCASIONS. I HAVE REPLACED THE BATTERY AND BEEN TO THE LOCAL VOLVO DEALER. THE DEALER INFORMED ME OF THE DESIGN DEFECT. HOWEVER I DO NOT KNOW IF YOU ARE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM OR IF THERE HAS BEEN A RECALL. SOMEBODY IS GOING TO GET HURT SEEKING HELP WHEN THEIR CAR FAILS TO START IN SOME LONELY DARK SETTING..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D8X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BOCA RATON, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981001. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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VOLVO S70 Structure Body Door

VOLVO S70 1999 Structure Body Door Report #851183

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . WHEN OPENING THE DOOR FROM THE INSIDE WITH DOOR HANDLE, IT WILL PINCH THE OCCUPANT'S FINGER. THIS OCCURS ON ALL THE INSIDE DOOR HANDLES. DEALER SAYS IT IS THE DESIGN. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D7X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, TN. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Child Seat Base (infant)

VOLVO S70 1999 Child Seat Base (infant) Report #855321

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 1999.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with CHILD SEAT:BASE (INFANT) . WAS PUTTING CSS IN VEHICLE WHEN THE SEAT BELT LATCH BROKE. HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES ALREADY. TOOK VEHICLE BACK TO DEALERSHIP & WAS INFORMED BY MECHANIC THE BASE OF CSS WAS TOO LARGE FOR CENTER BELT. PUT THE CSS ON EITHER SIDE OF CENTER & THE LATCH (MALE) ALSO BROKE. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GCDT14X0XK. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MIDDLETOWN, NJ. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System Ignition Module

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Ignition Module Report #857727

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 27, 1999.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE . VEHICLE HAS ELECTRICAL/BRAKE AND ENGINE PROBLEMS. BRAKE PEDAL HAS A CLICKING NOISE, AND AFTER THE THIRD CLICK, BRAKE PEDAL LOCKS UP. ALSO, ENGINE FAILED TWICE. FAILURE A RESULT OF THE ENGINE FLOODING ITSELF, RUINING THE SPARK PLUGS. DEALER DOES NOT KNOW WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. ENGINE WAS REPLACED. BRAKES WILL ALSO OCCASIONALLY SINK INTO THE FLOOR. THESE PROBLEMS STILL EXIST AFTER BEING REPAIRED TWICE. IN ADDITION THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAS FAILED SEVERAL TIMES--THE TURN SIGNALS WENT OUT, BOTH HEADLIGHTS HAVE GONE OUT, AND THE GEAR SHIFT PANEL LIGHTS HAVE GONE OUT. *AK *ML.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A8X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ALPHARETTA, GA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990220. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Report #857727

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 27, 1999.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . VEHICLE HAS ELECTRICAL/BRAKE AND ENGINE PROBLEMS. BRAKE PEDAL HAS A CLICKING NOISE, AND AFTER THE THIRD CLICK, BRAKE PEDAL LOCKS UP. ALSO, ENGINE FAILED TWICE. FAILURE A RESULT OF THE ENGINE FLOODING ITSELF, RUINING THE SPARK PLUGS. DEALER DOES NOT KNOW WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. ENGINE WAS REPLACED. BRAKES WILL ALSO OCCASIONALLY SINK INTO THE FLOOR. THESE PROBLEMS STILL EXIST AFTER BEING REPAIRED TWICE. IN ADDITION THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAS FAILED SEVERAL TIMES--THE TURN SIGNALS WENT OUT, BOTH HEADLIGHTS HAVE GONE OUT, AND THE GEAR SHIFT PANEL LIGHTS HAVE GONE OUT. *AK *ML.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A8X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ALPHARETTA, GA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990220. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components

VOLVO S70 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Report #857727

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 27, 1999.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS . VEHICLE HAS ELECTRICAL/BRAKE AND ENGINE PROBLEMS. BRAKE PEDAL HAS A CLICKING NOISE, AND AFTER THE THIRD CLICK, BRAKE PEDAL LOCKS UP. ALSO, ENGINE FAILED TWICE. FAILURE A RESULT OF THE ENGINE FLOODING ITSELF, RUINING THE SPARK PLUGS. DEALER DOES NOT KNOW WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. ENGINE WAS REPLACED. BRAKES WILL ALSO OCCASIONALLY SINK INTO THE FLOOR. THESE PROBLEMS STILL EXIST AFTER BEING REPAIRED TWICE. IN ADDITION THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAS FAILED SEVERAL TIMES--THE TURN SIGNALS WENT OUT, BOTH HEADLIGHTS HAVE GONE OUT, AND THE GEAR SHIFT PANEL LIGHTS HAVE GONE OUT. *AK *ML.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A8X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ALPHARETTA, GA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990220. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #857727

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 27, 1999.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . VEHICLE HAS ELECTRICAL/BRAKE AND ENGINE PROBLEMS. BRAKE PEDAL HAS A CLICKING NOISE, AND AFTER THE THIRD CLICK, BRAKE PEDAL LOCKS UP. ALSO, ENGINE FAILED TWICE. FAILURE A RESULT OF THE ENGINE FLOODING ITSELF, RUINING THE SPARK PLUGS. DEALER DOES NOT KNOW WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. ENGINE WAS REPLACED. BRAKES WILL ALSO OCCASIONALLY SINK INTO THE FLOOR. THESE PROBLEMS STILL EXIST AFTER BEING REPAIRED TWICE. IN ADDITION THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAS FAILED SEVERAL TIMES--THE TURN SIGNALS WENT OUT, BOTH HEADLIGHTS HAVE GONE OUT, AND THE GEAR SHIFT PANEL LIGHTS HAVE GONE OUT. *AK *ML.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A8X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ALPHARETTA, GA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990220. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Air Bags Side/window

VOLVO S70 1999 Air Bags Side/window Report #861445

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 28, 2000.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW . CONSUMER HAD A FRONT END COLLISION, AND DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. DRIVER WAS SLIGHTLY INJURED. PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID DEPLOY..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D6X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in CORTE MADERA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #552874

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2000.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . THE VEHICLE MADE A ROARING SOUND FOLLOWED BY CHECK THE ENGINE AND ETS LIGHTS WHEN STARTING, AND ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN WHILE THE DRIVER WAS BACKING OUT OF PARKING. THE INCIDENT OCCURED AGAIN AFTER REPAIR WAS DONE. YH.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YVILS55A7X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BETHESDA, MD. Vehicle was purchased on 20000515. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #553175

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . VEHICLE WILL NOT ACCELERATE IN DRIVE, BUT SURGES BACK FORWARD WHEN APPLYING BRAKES, ENGINE LIGHT IS ON AND THROTTLE SURGING. *ET.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YVILS55A7X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BETHESDA, MD. Vehicle was purchased on 20000515. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Visibility Defroster/defogger System

VOLVO S70 1999 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Report #874624

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 21, 2000.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM . VEHICLE EXPERIENCING FUEL ODOR LEAKING INTO VEHICLE WHENEVER AIR CONDITIONER OR HEATER ARE BEING USED. VEHICLE BEEN IN DEALER SHOP ON THREE OCCASIONS, AND STILL UNABLE TO CORRECT PROBLEM. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55AXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SAINT LOUIS, MO. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL.
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VOLVO S70 Seats Front Assembly Power Adjust

VOLVO S70 1999 Seats Front Assembly Power Adjust Report #876431

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 04, 2000.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST . WHILE TRAVELING ABOUT 20 MPH AND BRAKING DRIVER'S SEAT MOVED BACKWARDS FAR ENOUGH FOR PASSENGER TO HAVE TO TAKE OFF SEAT BELT AND MOVE FORWARD TO TOUCH PEDALS. TOWED TO DEALER, AND SUBSEQUENTLY FIXED/REPLACED SENSOR. HAVE HAD ADDITIONAL ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS OR SOUND OR SMELLS. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YVILS55A7X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in TEMECULA, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Structure Body Door

VOLVO S70 1999 Structure Body Door Report #557384

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2000.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS AND AUTOMATIC TRUNK LOCK FAILED TO OPEN. *CJ.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A7X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in NEW CITY, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990801. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Structure Body Trunk Lid

VOLVO S70 1999 Structure Body Trunk Lid Report #557384

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2000.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID . AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS AND AUTOMATIC TRUNK LOCK FAILED TO OPEN. *CJ.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A7X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in NEW CITY, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990801. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank Assembly Filler Pipe And Cap

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank Assembly Filler Pipe And Cap Report #557384

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2000.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP . AUTOMATIC GAS TANK DOOR WOULD NOT OPEN. *CJ.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A7X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in NEW CITY, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990801. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Exterior Lighting

VOLVO S70 1999 Exterior Lighting Report #557384

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 04, 2000.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . RIGHT TURN SIGNAL BULB WAS REPLACED. JUNE 2000, BOTH HEADLIGHTS BURNT OUT. JULY 2000, DEFECTIVE RIGHT TURN SIGNAL, ALL POSSIBLY DUE TO A PROBLEM WITH THE BULB/SOCKETS OF THE LIGHTING SYSTEM. *CJ.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A7X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in NEW CITY, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990801. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #553362

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . VEHICLE WILL NOT ACCELERATE IN DRIVE, BUT SURGES BACK FORWARD WHEN APPLYING BRAKES, ENGINE LIGHT IS ON AND THROTTLE SURGING. *ET.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YVILS55A7X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BETHESDA, MD. Vehicle was purchased on 20000515. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

VOLVO S70 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #739587

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 15, 1999.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . WHEN APPLYING BRAKES AT ANY SPEED, THERE IS A CLICKING NOISE, CAR FEELS LIKE IT DOESN'T WANT TO STOP. THEN THE CAR STALLS. THIS HAS HAPPENED IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. FOUR TRIPS TO DEALER SO FAR, NO REMEDY. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A8X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in JOHNS ISLAND, SC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19991001. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #882456

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 1999.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A CLICKING SOUND, BRAKE DISTANCE HAS INCREASED, PEDAL FEELS HARD, TO DEALER 4 TIMES, WHO CANNOT FIND PROBLEM. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A5X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in WATERTOWN, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990401. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System Fuses And Circuit Breakers

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Fuses And Circuit Breakers Report #891014

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 14, 2001.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS . RECALL 00V405000; CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR REPAIRS. HOWEVER, AFTER REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED, VEHICLE'S HEADLIGHTS AND TURN SIGNAL FAILED. DEALERSHIP EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND DETERMINED THAT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM, RELATED TO IGNITION, WAS CAUSING PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ATTACHMENTS. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A4X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in FAYETTEVILLE, NC. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System Ignition

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Ignition Report #891014

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 14, 2001.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . RECALL 00V405000; CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR REPAIRS. HOWEVER, AFTER REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED, VEHICLE'S HEADLIGHTS AND TURN SIGNAL FAILED. DEALERSHIP EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND DETERMINED THAT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM, RELATED TO IGNITION, WAS CAUSING PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ATTACHMENTS. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A4X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in FAYETTEVILLE, NC. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System Fuses And Circuit Breakers

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Fuses And Circuit Breakers Report #891014

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 14, 2001.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS . RECALL 00V405000; CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR REPAIRS. HOWEVER, AFTER REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED, VEHICLE'S HEADLIGHTS AND TURN SIGNAL FAILED. DEALERSHIP EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND DETERMINED THAT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM, RELATED TO IGNITION, WAS CAUSING PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ATTACHMENTS. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A4X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in FAYETTEVILLE, NC. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Report #897703

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM . EMISSION SYSTEM CONTINUED TO FAIL. AT STOP VEHICLE WOULD JERK FORWARD. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WOULD COME ON AND REMAIN. SOMETIMES VEHICLE WOULD STALL OUT WHEN MOVING FORWARD. WOULD BE NO WARNING. BEEN TO DEALER 8 TIMES, AND WAS TEST DRIVEN. VEHICLE DID NOT STALL ON MECHANIC. OWNER , DEPUTY SHERIFF VIDEO TAPE PROBLEM. WAS REPAIRED UNDER FAULT CODES, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A6X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ESCONDIDO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System Ignition

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Ignition Report #897703

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . EMISSION SYSTEM CONTINUED TO FAIL. AT STOP VEHICLE WOULD JERK FORWARD. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WOULD COME ON AND REMAIN. SOMETIMES VEHICLE WOULD STALL OUT WHEN MOVING FORWARD. WOULD BE NO WARNING. BEEN TO DEALER 8 TIMES, AND WAS TEST DRIVEN. VEHICLE DID NOT STALL ON MECHANIC. OWNER , DEPUTY SHERIFF VIDEO TAPE PROBLEM. WAS REPAIRED UNDER FAULT CODES, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A6X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ESCONDIDO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Unknown Or Other

VOLVO S70 1999 Unknown Or Other Report #897703

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . EMISSION SYSTEM CONTINUED TO FAIL. AT STOP VEHICLE WOULD JERK FORWARD. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WOULD COME ON AND REMAIN. SOMETIMES VEHICLE WOULD STALL OUT WHEN MOVING FORWARD. WOULD BE NO WARNING. BEEN TO DEALER 8 TIMES, AND WAS TEST DRIVEN. VEHICLE DID NOT STALL ON MECHANIC. OWNER , DEPUTY SHERIFF VIDEO TAPE PROBLEM. WAS REPAIRED UNDER FAULT CODES, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A6X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ESCONDIDO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Air Bags Frontal

VOLVO S70 1999 Air Bags Frontal Report #753774

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 13, 2001.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . HEAD ON COLLISION WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED, OWNER STRUCK WINDSHIELD WITH HEAD, BROKE WINDSHIELD AND INJURED NECK. MY VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED, AND THE REPAIR SHOP SAID SOMETHING FAILED W.R.T THE AIRBAGS. THEY SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED. VOLVO HAS INSPECTED THE VEHICLE, BUT NO RESULTS YET REGARDING THEIR FINDINGS.*AK.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D5X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BRUNSWICK, MD. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 20000701. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Report #8001214

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2001.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . VEHICLE STALLS AT ANY SPEED, HAS STALLED 3 TIMES. DEALER HAS REPLACED ETS SYSTEM, THIS HAS NOT REMEDIED THE PROBLEM.*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):ADD. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BEDFORD, NH. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments

VOLVO S70 1999 Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments Report #8004005

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 07, 2001.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS . CONSUMER STATES THE WELD ON THE UPPER HINGE IS BROKEN FROM THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR. NLM *MJ.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A1X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in JACKSONVILLE, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments Report #758128

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2001.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS . AFTER TAKING MY CAR IN FOR A SCHEDULED 45000 MILE SERVICE IN SEPTEMBER 2001, I NOTICED THAT THE DRIVER DOOR WAS MAKING A POPPING NOISE. I THOUGHT THAT THE DOOR HAD SIMPLY NOT BEEN LUBED. WHEN I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN FOR THE NEXT SERVICE IN JANUARY 2002, I SPECIFIED THAT THE DOOR WAS POPPING AND TO MAKE SURE IT WAS LUBED. I WAS ASSURED THAT IT WOULD BE LUBED. WHEN I PICKED UP MY VEHICLE IT WAS STILL MAKING THE POPPING NOISE. WITHIN A WEEK IT WAS MAKING A HORRIBLE NOISE. I CALLED AND WAS TOLD THAT THE DOOR HINGE HAD MOST LIKELY BROKEN AWAY FROM THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE AND WOULD HAVE TO BE RE-WELDED. I WAS TOLD THAT THIS WAS SOMETHING THEY HAD SEEN PREVIOUSLY ON THIS MODEL AND OTHERS, AND THAT IT WAS NOT DUE TO WEAR OR TEAR ON THE CAR. I BELIEVE THIS TO BE A DEFECT IN THE ASSEMBLY OF THE CAR. I DO NOT KNOW IF A SAFETY ISSUE EXISTS WITH REGARD TO EXITING THE CAR FOLLOWING A COLLISION, OR WITH THE DOOR'S STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY DURING A COLLISION.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A1X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in JACKSONVILLE, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 20000401. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Tires

VOLVO S70 1999 Tires Report #8016825

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 15, 2002.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with TIRES . TIRES ON THIS VEHICLE ARE RATED LESS THEN THE PROPER REQUIREMENT. DEALER NOTIFIED . FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YZ1LS56D6X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in PLAIN CITY, OH. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10001564

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 12, 2002.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING THE VEHICLE WILL SURGE FORWARD CAUSING A DISTRACTION TO THE CONSUMER. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):PLEASE PROV. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LONG BEACH, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments

VOLVO S70 1999 Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments Report #10018361

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 25, 2003.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS . THE HINGE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR MAKES A HORRIBLE POPPING NOISE WHEN I OPEN OR CLOSE THE DOOR AND I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT THE MECHANIC HAS SEEN ON THIS MODEL VOLVO BEFORE. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A4X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in CHANDLER, AZ. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990420. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments Report #10019766

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS . THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR HINGE MADE A TERRIBLE NOISE WHEN OPENING AND CLOSING THE DOOR. *NLM PH *JB.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A4X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in CHANDLER, AZ. Vehicle was purchased on 19990401. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: RED BANK VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 732-741-5886 . DEALER'S CITY: RED BANK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 07701 .
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VOLVO S70 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch

VOLVO S70 1999 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch Report #10018950

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2003.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . RIVETED DOOR STOP POST WELD SNAPS OFF-DRIVERS SIDE. *JB.Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ACWORTH, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: CHRIS VOLVO .
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VOLVO S70 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

VOLVO S70 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #10029441

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 11, 2003.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING ABS FAILED. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK.Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ORCHARD PARK, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System Wiring

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Wiring Report #10028931

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 17, 2003.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING . I OWN A VOLVO S70, SEDAN YEAR 1999 4 DOOR. I PURCHASED VEHICLE IN MARCH OF 1999. AT 12K MILES THE HEADLIGHTS STARTED MALFUNCITIONING WITHOUT WARNING. MOST RECENTLY THE ENTIRE LIGHTING SYSTEMS HAS STARTED TO HEAT UP AND ALL LIGHTS WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING IN THE MIIDLE OF THE NIGHT. FOR A COMPANY WHO CLAIMS TO HAVE THE "SAFETEST VEHICLE ON THE ROAD. I DO NOT CONSIDER THE VEHICLE WHICH LIGHTS AND ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILS WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHTSAFE? . I HAVE ATTEMPTED TO CONTACT VOLVO MULTIPLE TIMES. ONCE THEY INFORMED ME THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON A PART, OF WHICH I NEVER RECEIVED NOTIFICATION. THEY CLAIM THAT SINCE I TAKE MY VEHICLE FOR REGULAR SERVICE I SHOULD NOT HAVE TO WORRY, BUT THEY WOULD NEVER ADMIT OR HAVE RECORDS OF WHETHER THE RECALL SERVICE WAS PERFORMED. THESE ARE NOT SAFE VEHICLE PLEASE CHECK INTO RECALLING THE ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BEFORE SOME GETS FURTHERED INJURED. .Mileage was 12000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A7X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SAN JOSE, CA. Vehicle was purchased on 19990307. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:U. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SMYTHE VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 408-358-5577 . DEALER'S CITY: LOS GATOS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 95032 .
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Report #10030347

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 09, 2003.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD. I START THE CAR AND IT STRUGGLES TO TURN ON AFTER A COUPLE OF SECOND IT IDLES NORMALLY. I THINK IT'S A FEUL DILIVERY PROBLEM BUT I'M NOT A MECHANIC. I'VE TAKEN THE CAR TO SERVICE AND THE PROBLEM PERSIST.*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D8X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MIAMI, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 20030409. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WARREN HENRY VOLVO .
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VOLVO S70 Exterior Lighting Headlights Switch

VOLVO S70 1999 Exterior Lighting Headlights Switch Report #10038796

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 05, 2003.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH . WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, I HAD THE HEADLIGHTS SWITCHED ON. THE INTERIOR DASHBOARD LIGHTS WERE LIT AND NO WARNING LIGHTS WERE ON. AS I DROVE INTO A LESS LIGHTED AREA, I NOTICED THAT MY HEADLIGHTS WERE IN FACT NOT LIT. I CONFIRMED THAT THE SWITCH WAS ON, WHICH THEY WERE. I CONFIRMED THAT NO WARNING LIGHTS WERE ON. LATER, I HAD THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH REPLACED, WHICH FIXED THIS PROBLEM. VERY DANGEROUS PROBLEM. MY VOLVO MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT A DEFECTIVE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WAS A COMMON PROBLEM. I TOLD HIM THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE 1998 VOLVO S70, BUT NOT THE 1999 VOLVO S70, FOR THIS PROBLEM. HE WAS AMAZED BECAUSE HE SAID THAT BOTH CARS USE THE SAME SWITCH. *PH.Mileage was 70000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A1X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SAN JOSE, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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VOLVO S70 Tires

VOLVO S70 1999 Tires Report #10044695

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 05, 2003.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with TIRES . THE CONSUMER HAD DIFFICULTY CONTROLLING THE VEHICLE BECAUSE OF A FAILURE WITH THE REAR END AND REAR TIRES. THE PROBLEM WORSENED WHEN ACCELERATING AND DECELERATING. THERE'S WAS ALSO A NAUSEATING TAR LIKE SMELL WITHIN THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALERSHIP INDICATED THE TRANSFER CASE HAD SHREDDED WHICH CAUSED AN OIL LEAK. THE PART COULDN'T BE REPLACED FOR ALMOST THREE WEEKS DUE TO A NATIONWIDE BACK ORDER. *JB AFTER 3 AND A HALF WEEKS THE TRANSFER CASE WAS REPLACED. WITHIN 48 MILES THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO EXHIBIT SYMPTOM OF THE PREVIOUS FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DIFFERENT DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN INDICATED THAT BOTH FAILURES WERE SECONDARY TO THE TIRE DEALER PUTTING AN INCORRECT TIRE SIZE ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO REGISTER THAT THE TIRE WAS CONSTANTLY SLIPPING. *NLM.Mileage was 69000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D2X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in WEST HARTFORD, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990630. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. DEALER'S NAME: AL NEMET . DEALER'S CITY: QUEENS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY.
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VOLVO S70 Power Train Transfer Case (4-wheel Drive)

VOLVO S70 1999 Power Train Transfer Case (4-wheel Drive) Report #10044695

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 05, 2003.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) . THE CONSUMER HAD DIFFICULTY CONTROLLING THE VEHICLE BECAUSE OF A FAILURE WITH THE REAR END AND REAR TIRES. THE PROBLEM WORSENED WHEN ACCELERATING AND DECELERATING. THERE'S WAS ALSO A NAUSEATING TAR LIKE SMELL WITHIN THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALERSHIP INDICATED THE TRANSFER CASE HAD SHREDDED WHICH CAUSED AN OIL LEAK. THE PART COULDN'T BE REPLACED FOR ALMOST THREE WEEKS DUE TO A NATIONWIDE BACK ORDER. *JB AFTER 3 AND A HALF WEEKS THE TRANSFER CASE WAS REPLACED. WITHIN 48 MILES THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO EXHIBIT SYMPTOM OF THE PREVIOUS FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DIFFERENT DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN INDICATED THAT BOTH FAILURES WERE SECONDARY TO THE TIRE DEALER PUTTING AN INCORRECT TIRE SIZE ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO REGISTER THAT THE TIRE WAS CONSTANTLY SLIPPING. *NLM.Mileage was 69000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D2X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in WEST HARTFORD, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990630. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. DEALER'S NAME: AL NEMET . DEALER'S CITY: QUEENS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY.
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VOLVO S70 Exterior Lighting Brake Lights

VOLVO S70 1999 Exterior Lighting Brake Lights Report #10046007

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2001.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS . 1999 VOLVO S70 - CONTINUED REAR BRAKE, RUNNING LIGHT, AND TURN SIGNAL PROBLEMS.I PARTICIPATED IN THE ORIGINAL RECALL CAMPAIGN (00V405000) TO REPLACE THE REAR TURN SIGNAL SOCKETS AND BULBS. TO THIS DAY I CONTINUE TO HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE REAR TURN SIGNALS, RUNNING LIGHTS, AND BRAKE LIGHTS. I FREQUENTLY HAVE PROBLEMS WITH ALL OF THE REAR LIGHTING (BRAKE, RUNNING, AND TURN SIGNALS). RECENTLY, I FOUND BOTH REAR TURN SIGNAL AND BOTH REAR BRAKE LIGHTS WERE NOT FUNCTIONING. I HAD TO BANG ON THE LIGHT HOUSINGS TO GET THE BULBS TO MAKE GOOD CONTACT WITH THE SOCKETS. THE ONLY RELIEF I HAVE FOUND IS TO REPLACE ALL REAR BULBS EVERY 3 MONTHS. EVEN THEN, I FREQUENTLY HAVE MULTIPLE BULB FAILURES. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 27000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A1X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in DAMASCUS, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990326. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DON BEYER VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 701 237-5000 . DEALER'S CITY: FALLS CHURCH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 22046 .
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VOLVO S70 Exterior Lighting Turn Signal

VOLVO S70 1999 Exterior Lighting Turn Signal Report #10046007

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2001.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL . 1999 VOLVO S70 - CONTINUED REAR BRAKE, RUNNING LIGHT, AND TURN SIGNAL PROBLEMS.I PARTICIPATED IN THE ORIGINAL RECALL CAMPAIGN (00V405000) TO REPLACE THE REAR TURN SIGNAL SOCKETS AND BULBS. TO THIS DAY I CONTINUE TO HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE REAR TURN SIGNALS, RUNNING LIGHTS, AND BRAKE LIGHTS. I FREQUENTLY HAVE PROBLEMS WITH ALL OF THE REAR LIGHTING (BRAKE, RUNNING, AND TURN SIGNALS). RECENTLY, I FOUND BOTH REAR TURN SIGNAL AND BOTH REAR BRAKE LIGHTS WERE NOT FUNCTIONING. I HAD TO BANG ON THE LIGHT HOUSINGS TO GET THE BULBS TO MAKE GOOD CONTACT WITH THE SOCKETS. THE ONLY RELIEF I HAVE FOUND IS TO REPLACE ALL REAR BULBS EVERY 3 MONTHS. EVEN THEN, I FREQUENTLY HAVE MULTIPLE BULB FAILURES. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 27000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A1X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in DAMASCUS, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990326. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DON BEYER VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 701 237-5000 . DEALER'S CITY: FALLS CHURCH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 22046 .
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VOLVO S70 Exterior Lighting Tail Lights

VOLVO S70 1999 Exterior Lighting Tail Lights Report #10046007

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2001.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS . 1999 VOLVO S70 - CONTINUED REAR BRAKE, RUNNING LIGHT, AND TURN SIGNAL PROBLEMS.I PARTICIPATED IN THE ORIGINAL RECALL CAMPAIGN (00V405000) TO REPLACE THE REAR TURN SIGNAL SOCKETS AND BULBS. TO THIS DAY I CONTINUE TO HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE REAR TURN SIGNALS, RUNNING LIGHTS, AND BRAKE LIGHTS. I FREQUENTLY HAVE PROBLEMS WITH ALL OF THE REAR LIGHTING (BRAKE, RUNNING, AND TURN SIGNALS). RECENTLY, I FOUND BOTH REAR TURN SIGNAL AND BOTH REAR BRAKE LIGHTS WERE NOT FUNCTIONING. I HAD TO BANG ON THE LIGHT HOUSINGS TO GET THE BULBS TO MAKE GOOD CONTACT WITH THE SOCKETS. THE ONLY RELIEF I HAVE FOUND IS TO REPLACE ALL REAR BULBS EVERY 3 MONTHS. EVEN THEN, I FREQUENTLY HAVE MULTIPLE BULB FAILURES. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 27000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A1X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in DAMASCUS, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990326. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DON BEYER VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 701 237-5000 . DEALER'S CITY: FALLS CHURCH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 22046 .
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10046773

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 12, 2003.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . MY VOLVO 1999 S70 T5 HAS HAD PROBLEM WITH OIL LEAKING (OR BURNING) SINCE THE SECOND YEAR. MY HUSBAND HEARD SOME STRANGE AND LOUDER THAN NORMAL NOISE FROM THE ENGINE AND HE CHECKED THE OIL AND NO MORE OIL IN THE ENGINE. HE HAD TO PUT 3 TO 4 QUARTS OF ENGINE OIL IN. THIS KIND OF INCIDENT HAPPENED AT TWO TIMES WHEN MY CAR WAS UNDER 50,000 MILES AND UNDER WARRANTY. WE REPORTED TO VOLVO DEALER SERVICES, THEY COULD FOUND ANY PROBLEM THE FIRST TIME. SECOND TIME THEY FOUND SOME PROBLEM AND FIXED IT. NOW AT 51700 MILES (OUT OF WARRANTY), WE HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM AGAIN. MY HUSBAND HAD TO PUT 3 QUARTS OF OIL INTO THE ENGINE BECAUSE THERE WAS NO MORE OIL LEFT IN IT. THIS MORNING I NOTICED THAT THE TEMPERATURE WAS HIGHER THAN NORMAL. WE CALLED BOTH VOLVO OF IRVINE, AND CERRITOS OF CALIFORNIA AND THEY DENIED THAT WE REPORTED ANY PROBLEM ABOUT OIL IN THE PAST. ONLY VOLVO OF IRVINE SAYING THAT THEY DID FIX SOME PROBLEM WITH OIL PUMP IN THE PAST BECAUSE WE COMPLAINED ABOUT ENGINE NOISE. THEY DID NOT PUT IT DOWN ABOUT THE COMPLAINED OF OUT OF OIL IN THE ENGINE. WE CANNOT TRUST VOLVO SERVICES. POOR SERVICE AND VERY BAD VOLVO CAR. *LA.Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990430. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO OF IRVINE .
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10047978

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE LOST SPEED OR HESITATED, AND EVENTUALLY STALLED. DEALER INDICATED TO THE CONSUMER THAT THROTTLE BODY WAS THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. ALSO, DEALER INDICATED THAT THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS MAKE/MODEL, AND YEAR. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A2X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HAZEL GREEN, AL. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Exterior Lighting Headlights Switch

VOLVO S70 1999 Exterior Lighting Headlights Switch Report #10048992

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 15, 2003.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH . ON 1999 VOLVO S70, HEADLIGHTS SPONTANEOUSLY WENT OFF WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. PROBLEM IS DEFECTIVE HEADLIGHT SWITCH, WHICH WAS RECALLED ON THE 1998 AND EARLIER VOLVO S70S (AND MODEL 850S). RECALL HAS NOT BEEN ISSUED FOR 1999 AND LATER, BUT FAILURE IS IDENTICAL TO THE 1998 AND EARLIER MODELS THAT WERE RECALLED.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 46000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A4X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BATON ROUGE, LA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990701. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10049045

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 18, 2003.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . MY 1999 VOLVO S70 HAS FAILED TO START AFTER SHORT TRIPS. MY WIFE HAD MENTIONED THIS PREVIOUSLY, BUT TWO RECENT INCIDENTS MADE THIS REPORT NECESSARY.*AK THE FIRST INCIDENT WAS ON THE MORNING OF 11/18/2003. AFTER A 30-MINUTE TRIP, I SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND LEFT THE CAR TO GATHER PAPERS FOR WORK. I LEFT THE CAR LESS THAN 5 MINUTES. WHEN I TRIED TO RESTART THE CAR, THERE WERE LIGHTS IN THE DASH AND THE FUEL PUMP PRIMED, BUT NO IGNITION. THERE WAS NO CLICKING, BUT IT SEEMED THAT THE CAR HAD POWER. CAR WAS TOWED TO A VOLVO DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE. THEY FOUND A WEAK BATTERY, AND REPLACED IT. THAT APPARENTLY FIXED THE PROBLEM, AND CAR WAS RETURNED TO ME. THE SECOND INCIDENT WAS THE FOLLOWING SUNDAY, NOVEMBER23. DROVE THE CAR TO THE LOCAL HARDWARE STORE. I SHUT OFF ENGINE, GOT OUT, AND MADE MY PURCHASES. WITHIN FIFTEEN MINUTES, I RETURNED AND TRIED TO START THE CAR. DASH INDICATOR LIGHTS CAME ON, BUT NO CLICKING. TRIED TO START THE CAR A FEW TIMES, SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL TO ROLL THE CAR, STILL WOULD NOT START. THE CAR WAS TOWED AND RETURNED TO THE DEALERSHIP. MONDAY MORNING, TECH AT THE DEALERSHIP TRIED AND IT STARTED IMMEDIATELY. THEY FOUND NO TROUBLE, AND ASKED TO RETURN MY CAR. I HAVE REFUSED TO ACCEPT THE CAR UNTIL THE TROUBLE, HOWEVER INTERMITTENT, IS ISOLATED, DIAGNOSED, AND CORRECTED. I AM CURRENTLY DRIVING A LOANER CAR FROM THE DEALERSHIP. BATTERY REPLACEMENT DOES NOT FIX THIS. MAY BE A "DEAD SPOT" IN THE STARTER, WHICH COULD EXPLAIN WHY THE CAR WOULD START AFTER SOME MAJOR MOTION (BEING TOWED, ETC). MAY BE ISSUES WITH THE CHARGING SYSTEM, TO EXPLAIN THE WEAK BATTERY IN THE FIRST INCIDENT. COULD BE A GREATER HAZARD FOR OTHERS WHO MAY BE TRAVELING, AND FIND THEMSELVES STRANDED..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 74500 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in PENNSBURG, PA. Vehicle was purchased on 20020215. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: KEYSTONE VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 215-855-9610 . DEALER'S CITY: LANSDALE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA.
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VOLVO S70 Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments

VOLVO S70 1999 Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments Report #10055382

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 20, 2003.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS . CONSUMER HEARD A GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S DOOR. SEVERAL DAYS LATER CONSUMER WAS HAVING PROBLEMS GETTING IN AND OUT OF THE VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE DOOR NEEDED REWELDING, AND THE REWELDING WAS DONE BY THE DEALER. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SILVER SPRING, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments Report #10056126

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 19, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS . WHENEVER CONSUMER OPENED THE DRIVER'S DOOR THERE WAS A SQUEAK COMING FROM THE HINGES. DEALER EXAMINED THE DOOR, OILED THE HINGES, BUT THEY STILL SQUEAKED. SEVERAL DAYS LATER, CONSUMER OPENED THE DOOR AND HEARD A LOUD SOUND, AND COULD NOT OPEN THE DOOR ANY FURTHER. DEALER EXAMINED THE VEHICLE, AND REPAIRED THE HINGES ON DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR. *AK *MR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 62500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):V11SS5A3X15. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SILVER SPRING, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981118. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: ANNAPOLIS VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 410 573 1300 . DEALER'S CITY: ANNAPOLIS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MD. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 21401 .
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VOLVO S70 Exterior Lighting Headlights Switch

VOLVO S70 1999 Exterior Lighting Headlights Switch Report #10064827

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 23, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH . WHILE DRIVING THE HEADLIGHTS FAIL TO FUNCTION. THE DEALERSHIP INDICATED THAT THERE WAS A FAILURE IN THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH. THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS ISSUE 99V235000 BUT IT WAS FOR EARLIER MODEL YEARS. *NM.Mileage was 92500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):PLEASE FILL. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LEXINGTON, KY. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10086139

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 31, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . 1999 VOLVO S70 ETS LIGHT COMING ON DUE TO FAULTY MANUFACTURING OF THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE. THIS IS HAPENING ON THOUSANDS OF VOLVOS AND CAUSES UNSAFE DRIVING CONDITIONS DUE TO THE ACCELERATOR NOT WORKING PROPERLY AND CAUSES THE CAR TO STALL INTERMITTENTLY. VOLVO WILL NOT TAKE RESPONSIBILITY AND CHARGES FOR THE REPAIR.*AK.Mileage was 47825 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MONONGAHELA, PA. Vehicle was purchased on 20040209. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10086213

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 05, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . VOLVO THROTTLE CONTROL MODULE FAILURE.THIS CAUSES THE CAR TO RACE,IDLE INCORRECTLY AND ULTIMATELY STOP WHILE DRIVING.DEALERSHIPS EVEN SAY THAT THE ORIGINAL MODULE WAS NOT DESIGNED CORRECTLY AND THAT VOLVO SHOULD PAY FOR THE $850.00 IT COSTS TO REPLACE.PLEASE HELP. THIS IS A BIG PROBLEM THAT THOUSANDS HAVE AND OR WILL HAVE.IT IS A VERY DANGEROUS PROBLEM WHEN THE CAR JUST STOPS RUNNING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY WITH NO POWER AND WILL NOT RESTART. MY VOLVO S70 ONLY HAS 48,000 MILES AND MANY OTHERS ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. THANK YOU. *AK.Mileage was 48272 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D2X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MONONGAHELA, PA. Vehicle was purchased on 20040209. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BOBBY RAHAL VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 724-940-3411 . DEALER'S CITY: WEXFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 15090 .
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Other

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Other Report #10086366

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 06, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER . VOLVO 1999 V70 ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL FAILURE. INTERMITTENTLY REALLY ROUGH IDLE, NO POWER, TOTALLY UNRELIABLE TRANSPORTATION. THIS IS BRINGING THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON AND EVENTUALLY PUTTING CAR IN LIMP HOME MODE. IF THIS CAR EVER FAILED IN HEAVY, HIGH-SPEED TRAFFIC, THERE WOULD BE A MAJOR CATASTROPHE WITH POSSIBLE LOSS OF LIFE. THERE ARE NUMEROUS INSTANCES OF THIS FAILURE RECORDED IN INTERNET CHAT ROOMS. VOLVO IS APPARENTLY AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM, BUT DOES NOTHING TO SOLVE IT.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BALTIMORE, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10086791

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 30, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . 1999 VOLVO S70 ETS LIGHT COMING ON DUE TO FAULTY MANUFACTURING OF THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE. THIS IS HAPENING ON THOUSANDS OF VOLVOS AND CAUSES UNSAFE DRIVING CONDITIONS DUE TO THE ACCELERATOR NOT WORKING PROPERLY AND CAUSES THE CAR TO STALL INTERMITTENTLY. VOLVO WILL NOT TAKE RESPONSIBILITY AND CHARGES FOR THE REPAIR.*AK .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 85000 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MEDINA, OH. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10089225

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 17, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . ELECTRONIC THROTTLE SYSTEM (ETS) LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. IT WAS AN INDICATION FOR CONSUMER TO GO TO THE VOLVO DEALER, WHO CHARGED $67.00 FOR VEHICLE TO BE DIAGNOSED. THEN, CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT VEHICLE NEEDED A THROTTLE UNIT PART, AND A DOWN LOAD OF SOFTWARE. IF THIS WAS IGNORED VEHICLE WILL HAVE PROBLEMS. HOWEVER, WARRANTY EXPIRED. CONSUMER ALSO CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER, AND WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO, AND IT WAS A NORMAL EXPENSE FOR CONSUMER TO PAY. *AK THE CONSUMER BELIEVES THE PART SHOULD BE RECALLED. *NM.Mileage was 48000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A5X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in RICHMOND, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000201. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: MOOER'S VOLVO . DEALER'S CITY: RICHMOND . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 23294 .
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10093826

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 08, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . MY ENGINE STARTED TO SHAKE AND JUST CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP, AS A RESULT OF A FAILURE OF MY VOLVO'S THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 62000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D2X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LITTLE ROCK, AR. Vehicle was purchased on 20030406. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: NORTHPOINT VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 5012243200 . DEALER'S CITY: LITTLE ROCK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: AR. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 72211 .
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10102366

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 30, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE IS DEFECTIVE. DRIVER LOSES ENGINE CONTROL WITH OUT WARNING. CAR USUALLY LIMPS HOME AT LESS THAN 20 MPH. PROBLEM CORRECTS IT'S SELF AFTER SITTING THEN THE EPISODE REPEATS WITH OUT WARNING. IT APPEARS THIS DEFECT MAY POTENTIALLY AFFECT ALL VOLVOS WITH THIS MODULE. DEALER ACCEPTS NO RESPONSIBILITY. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 71074 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D4X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ESCONDIDO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981223. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CARLSBAD VOLVO . DEALER'S CITY: CARLSBAD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA.
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VOLVO S70 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Control Unit/module

VOLVO S70 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Control Unit/module Report #10107431

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 03, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE . THE VEHICLE WOULD START TO DRAG FROM SIDE TO SIDE WHILE THERE WAS A SMELL COMING THROUGH THE INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE OWNER WOULD HAVE TO PULL OVER AND RESTART THE VEHICLE. TAKEN TO DEALER FOR CHECKUP AND RESULTS SHOWED THAT THE ABS CONTROL MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):FILL IN. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in STUART, FL. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Fan

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Fan Report #10108217

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 02, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN . THE INCIDENT TOOK PLACE AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE, MY COOLANT LIGHT WENT ON AND I THOUGHT TO MYSELF, IT MUST BE LOW, I WILL PULL OVER AT THE NEXT TOWN WHICH IS 10 MINUTES AWAY AND CHECK THE COOLANT LEVEL. AT THAT MOMENT I LOOKED AT MY TEMPERATURE GAUGE AND THE NEEDLE WAS RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE AND I ASSUMED THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE WAS NOT HIGH OR LOW BECAUSE THERE WAS NOTHING TO INDICATE OTHERWISE. NOT MORE THAN 5 MINUTES LATER, MY CAR LOST ALL POWER, AND IN THAT INSTANCE I WAS FORCED TO PULL OVER TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD, I STOPPED THE CAR AND AS I DID THIS, THE CAR ENGINE STARTED TO SMOKE HEAVILY, EVERYTHING SHUT OFF AND I FOUND MYSELF STRANDED. I HAVE BEEN INFORMED THAT THE ENGINE MELTED AND A NEW ONE IS $9,700. THE SERVICE SHOP LET ME KNOW THERE IS AN ISSUE WITH THE SENSOR IN THE COOLANT TANK, IF THIS SENSOR IS NOT SUBMERGED IN COOLANT, YOUR TEMPERATURE GAUGE DOES NOT WORK AND THE NEEDLE STAYS RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE. IN MY CASE, MY VOLVO GUY TOLD ME I WAS COMPLETELY OUT OF COOLANT. HOW THIS HAPPENED IN JUST A 5 MINUTE PERIOD OF TIME IS A MYSTERY TO ME, BUT THE MORE CONCERNING PART IS IF I WAS COMPLETELY OUT OF COOLANT, MY ENGINE WOULD START TO HEAT UP, MY TEMPERATURE GAUGE WOULD TELL ME THAT MY ENGINE WAS HOT, HOWEVER, WHEN LOOKING AT MY TEMPERATURE GAUGE, IT TOLD ME MY ENGINE TEMPERATURE WAS ?NORMAL?. THIS ISSUE ALSO COULD BE RELATED TO THE MOST RECENT 9/04 VOLVO RECALL, HOWEVER, MY PARTICULAR MODEL IS NOT LISTED. UNFORTUNATELY MY CAR IS NO LONGER UNDER A WARRANTY.*AK.Mileage was 0 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53DXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LITTLETON, CO. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990327. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Air Bags Frontal Sensor/control Module

VOLVO S70 1999 Air Bags Frontal Sensor/control Module Report #10111205

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE . WHILE DRIVING. THE SRS LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. CONSUMER CONTACTED VOLVO. WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT WARRANTY, EXPIRED, AND THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO TO ASSIST HIM. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in DECATUR, GA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS.
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VOLVO S70 Power Train Automatic Transmission Lever And Linkage Floor Shift

VOLVO S70 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Lever And Linkage Floor Shift Report #10115172

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 12, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT . WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY THE THREE YEAR OLD CHILD WAS ABLE TO SHIFT THE VEHICLE OUT OF PARK. VEHICLE WAS NOT RUNNING, AND THERE WAS NO KEY IN THE IGNITION SWITCH. WHILE THE VEHICLE COMMENCED TO ROLL DOWN THE DRIVEWAY CONSUMER TRIED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. DRIVER'S DOOR KNOCKED THE CONSUMER DOWN, AND THE CHILD FELL OUT OF THE VEHICLE. IT CONTINUED TO ROLL UNTIL IT HIT AGAINST THE CURB. BOTH DRIVER AND CHILD SUSTAINED INJURIES, AND WERE TRANSPORTED TO A LOCAL HOSPITAL. VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED AT THIS TIME.*AK .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 2 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 83500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55AXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MASSAPEQUA, NY. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990628. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control Report #10121417

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 12, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL . I PURCHASED A NEW 1999 S70 VOLVO FROM HERB GORDON VOLVO IN SILVER SPRING, MD THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE HAS BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES, STILL NO CHANGE. I RECENTLY HAD IT REPLACED..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D4X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SILVER SPRING, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990419. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: HERB GORDON VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 3018902020 . DEALER'S CITY: SILVER SPRING . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MD. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 20904 .
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VOLVO S70 Air Bags Frontal Sensor/control Module

VOLVO S70 1999 Air Bags Frontal Sensor/control Module Report #10125967

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 26, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE . DT:CONSUMER SAYS THAT THE SRS LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO VOLVO, AND THEY SAID IT NEEDED A NEW AIR BAG. CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS HIT IN THE REAR. ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF GARAGE THE AIRBAG LIGHT WAS ON. CONSUMER TOOK IT TO ANOTHER DEALER TO HAVE IT CHECKED; THE DEALER SAID THAT THE SRS CONTROL MODULE HAD AN INTERNAL FAULT. THE DEALER ORDERED THE NEEDED PART, AND IS NOW IN THE PROCESS OF REPAIRING THE PROBLEM. CONSUMER'S WARRANTY EXPIRED, AND CONSUMER MUST PAY FOR REPAIRS $522. *AK.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Mileage was 45400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A6X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in PLACENTIA, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990602. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Air Bags Frontal Report #10126031

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 12, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . I WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION. THE AIRBAG FAILED TO DEPLOY RESULTING IN INJURIES FROM HITTING STEERING WHEEL. VEHICLE TOTAL LOSS, BROKEN MOTOR MOUNTS, AIRBAG FAILURE.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in EAST GREENWICH, RI. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO FINANCE .
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Report #10130849

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 14, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . IN THE LAST MONTH OUR 1999 S70 VOLVO HAS STALLED - ONCE WHEN TRAVELING AT SLOW SPEED AND THE OTHER ACCELERATING FROM A STOP LIGHT. IN BOTH INSTANCES THE CAR COULD BE RESTARTED. ALSO, THE "CHECK ENGINE" INDICATOR ILLUMINATES FREQUENTLY - AS IT IS NOW - AND WHEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER WE ARE ADVISED THEY CAN NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 106056 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55AXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in CHAPEL HILL, NC. Vehicle was purchased on 20020806. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: ABSOLUTE AUTOMOTIVE . DEALER'S CITY: DURHAM . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10130849

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 14, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . IN THE LAST MONTH OUR 1999 S70 VOLVO HAS STALLED - ONCE WHEN TRAVELING AT SLOW SPEED AND THE OTHER ACCELERATING FROM A STOP LIGHT. IN BOTH INSTANCES THE CAR COULD BE RESTARTED. ALSO, THE "CHECK ENGINE" INDICATOR ILLUMINATES FREQUENTLY - AS IT IS NOW - AND WHEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER WE ARE ADVISED THEY CAN NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 106056 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55AXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in CHAPEL HILL, NC. Vehicle was purchased on 20020806. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: ABSOLUTE AUTOMOTIVE . DEALER'S CITY: DURHAM . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10130891

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 25, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . 1999 VOLVO S70 T5 THROTTLE BODY (ETM) FAILED SUDDENLY. NO INJURIES BUT THIS IS A MAJOR PROBLEM WITH THESE AS THEY ALL FAIL BETWEEN 45,000 AND 100,000 MILES. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 78000 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in DEVON, PA. Vehicle was purchased on 20041111. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control Report #10130900

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 15, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL . DT: THE CONTACT OWNED A 1999 VOLVO S70. CONTACT WAS COMPLAINING ABOUT AN AIR-INTAKE PROBLEM. HAD TROUBLE STARTING THE VEHICLE, AND NOT ACCELERATING WHILE DRIVING. HAD CAR IN THE REPAIR SHOP THIS PAST WEEK, AND THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH IT. HOWEVER, THEY CLEANED OUT AIR INTAKE, BUT SHE CONTINUED TO HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. ALSO, SAW AN ARTICLE AT WWW.NBC4.COM UNDER THE AUTOMOTIVE SECTION. *AK .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ODENTON, MD. Vehicle was purchased on 20020101. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: PRIVATE PARTY .
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VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10131013

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 22, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . WARNING LIGHT, ENGINE RAN ROUGH, STALLED SINCE APRIL 2004 UNTIL JANUARY 2005, AND DEALER REPEATEDLY RAN TESTS AND CHARGED ME HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS FOR TESTS AND REPLACING PARTS THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM UNTIL JANUARY 2005. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 62070 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A3X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in PLEASANT HILL, CA. Vehicle was purchased on 20011014. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. DEALER'S NAME: LAWRENCE VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 925-939-3333 . DEALER'S CITY: WALNUT CREEK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 94597 .
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10131021

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 26, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . HI - IN APRIL 2005 I HAD MY CAR IN FOR SERVICE JUST BEFORE THE EXTENDED WARRANT EXPIRED IN MAY. THEY MENTIONED THIS ELECTRICAL PROBLEM BUT SAID IT WASN'T COVERED SO I DIDN'T DO ANYTHING SINCE I HADN'T NOTICED A PROBLEM. THE SERVICE MGR SAID IT DID NOT NEED FIXED ANYTIME SOON AND SENT ME ON MY WAY. IN JULY I NOTICED THAT MY CAR KEPT LOSING POWER ON THE HIGHWAY (VERY DANGEROUS I95 IN FT LAUDERDALE). I TOOK IT IN ON A THURSDAY FOR A DIAGNOSTIC AND THEY CAME BACK WITH A BUNCH OF LITTLE THINGS THAT TOTALED ABOUT $1500. I WAS THINKING ABOUT A NEWER CAR SO I ASKED IF ANYTHING WAS URGENT AND THEY SAID NO AND SENT ME ON MY WAY AGAIN. I STOPPED BACK BY THE DEALER THE NEXT DAY BECAUSE THE POWER WINDOWS QUIT WORKING, THEY SAID IT WASN'T RELATED AND I MADE AN APPT TO COME IN THE FOLLOWING MONDAY TO HAVE THAT FIXED ($210). ON MY WAY HOME, THE ETU LIGHT CAME ON. I GOOGLED 1999 S70 ETU AND WAS OVERWHELMED BY THE INFORMATION ON THIS PROBLEM. WHEN I WENT IN ON MONDAY I WAS LIVID THAT THEY HAD LET ME GO ON DRIVING THIS CAR WITHOUT TELLING ME OF THE POSSIBILITY OF IT DYING ON ME IN TRAFFIC. ALSO THEY HID IT FROM ME AND THEY WERE NICKEL AND DIMING ME JUST LIKE IT SAID THEY WOULD DO IN THE FORUMS! THE SALES MANAGER ADMITTED HE KNOW ABOUT THE CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT, ETC. HE RAN ANOTHER DIAGNOSTIC AND GUESS WHAT - THE PROBLEM WITH THE ETU MIRACULOUSLY SHOWED UP. THEY WERE GOING TO CHARGE ME $1800 BUT DID ME A FAVOR AND KNOCKED IT DOWN TO $1375. CAN YOU HELP ME GET MY MONEY BACK - I AM ANGRY - I COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED. *NM .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D3X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in FT LAUDERDALE, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 20040109. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WESTON VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 954-888-6891 . DEALER'S CITY: DAVIE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 33331 .
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10131028

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . DT: CALLER WAS TOLD ABOUT THE VOLVO INVESTIGATION. SHE , HAD THE PROBLEM AT LEAST 4 TIMES. THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THEN A MONTH LATER, IT STALLED TWICE IN ONE DAY. DEALER SAID THE FIRST TIME MIGHT NOT BEEN ENOUGH TO MAKE THE WARNING LIGHT COME ON, BUT NOW THAT IT HAPPENED AGAIN THE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. MANUFACTURER SAID THE DEALER NEEDED TO LOOK AT IT, AND CHECK THE THROTTLE BODY. IT WAS A RECALL AND L SHE COULD BE REIMBURSED. CALLER SAID IT HAPPENED WHEN SHE WAS TAKING OFF OR SLOWING DOWN AT LOW SPEEDS.*AK.Mileage was 101500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A0X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ALEXANDRIA, VA. Vehicle was purchased on 20001216. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: DON BEYER VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 703-237-5000 . DEALER'S CITY: FALLS CHURCH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10131035

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 15, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . DT: CONTACT STATED ON 3 OR 4 OCCASIONS WOULD LOSE O POWER INTERMITTENTLY, USUALLY AFTER SLOWING DOWN AND ACCELERATING. IT HAPPENED ABOUT 4 TIMES OVER THE LAST YEAR. TOOK VEHICLE TWICE TO DEALER, AND THEY COULD NOT T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. VEHICLE WILL BE FINE FOR A COUPLE OF MONTHS AND THEN IT WILL HAPPEN AGAIN. WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE CAR AFTER ONLY A FEW MINUTES.*AK *NM .Mileage was 70000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55AXX1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BOYLSTON, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20020801. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: GALLO VOLVO . DEALER'S CITY: WORCESTER . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA.
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Report #10131036

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 22, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY . DT: WHILE DRIVING ON A FREEWAY, THE VEHICLE SURGED. IT WAS IMPOSSIBLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER E PULLED THE VEHICLE OFF OF THE ROAD AND CALLED THE DEALERSHIP, THEY TOLD HIM TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN THEY REPLACED THE ELECTRONIC FUEL REGULATOR. THIS OCCURRED IN SEPTEMBER 22, 2004. THIS HAS NOT HAPPENED SINCE, BUT HE CONSUMER WAS CONCERNED IT MAY HAPPEN AGAIN. THERE WAS CURRENTLY AN INVESTIGATION OPEN REGARDING THIS PROBLEM, PE05041.*AK *JB.Mileage was 72000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56DXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MINNEAPOLIS, MN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000201. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. DEALER'S NAME: KLINE VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 651-481-9600 . DEALER'S CITY: MAPLEWOOD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MN.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10131060

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 14, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . I WAS DRIVING THE CAR TO WORK ONE MORNING. I STOPPED TO MAKE A LEFT TURN. I PROCEEDED TO ACCELERATE, BUT THE CAR HAD VERY LITTLE POWER. I COULD ONLY GO A MAXIMUM OF 20 MPH. I HAD TO PULL-OVER ONTO THE SHOULDER SO THAT I DIDN'T GET REAR-ENDED BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC. I DECIDED TO 'LIMP" HOME ABOUT 1/2 MILE, AGAIN THE CAR WOULD NOT GO FASTER THAN 20 MPH. MY HUSBAND CHECKED OUT THE CAR LATER THAT DAY, AND EVERYTHING SEEMS TO BE BACK TO NORMAL HOWEVER THE ETS LIGHT IS ON THE DASH-BOARD. I AM CONCERNED THIS MAY HAPPEN AGAIN. I AM TOLD IT COSTS OVER $1,000 TO REPAIR. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D2X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HOMER GLEN, IL. Vehicle was purchased on 20031101. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10131086

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 17, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . VOLVO S70 1999 MODEL, 3 TIMES HAS STALLED WHILE DRIVING..ETS WILL LIGHT UP ON THE CONTROL PANEL AND IMMEDIATELY THE CAR WILL NO LONGER MOVE FORWARD. I SWITCH OFF THE IGNITION AND THEN WAIT FOR THE LIGHT TO GO OFF SO I CAN ONCE AGAIN DRIVE. THIS HAS HAPPENED 3 DIFFERENT TIMES AND LUCKILY I WAS NOT REAR-ENDED WHILE MOVING OVER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. I REPORTED IT TO VOLVO OF CLEAR LAKE WHO REPORTED NOTHING WRONG WITH MY CAR. THE CAR COMPUTER DID HAVE IT RECORDED THAT A PROBLEM HAD HAPPENED WITH THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM, BUT AFTER AN INSPECTION BY VOLVO, NO REPAIR WAS MADE TO THE SYSTEM. I AM FRIGHTENED TO DRIVE IN ANY FREEWAY LANE THAT IS NOT NEXT TO A SHOULDER....I MUST ALWAYS BE ABLE TO PULL OVER AT ANY TIME. NO SPECIAL EVENT HAS LED/CAUSED THIS FAILURE. I ALWAYS TAKE MY CAR INTO THE VOLVO DEALER FOR THE REQUIRED MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 75000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A5X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in GALVESTON, TX. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981015. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO OF CLEAR LAKE . DEALER'S CITY: WEBSTER . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TX.
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Report #10131211

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . 99 VOLVO S70 STARTED TO BUCK AND HESITATE AT 60 + MPH. I DID NOT FEEL IT WAS SAFE TO DRIVE SINCE THE ENGINE ACTED LIKE IT WANTED TO CUT OUT ENTIRELY. I TOOK VEHICLE TO VOLVO DEALER WHERE THEY REPLACED ETM, ELECTRONIC THROTTLE, AT A COST OF CLOSE TO $ 1000. VEHICLE ONLY HAD 76000 MILES ON IT.*JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 76000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D1X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MONROEVILLE, NJ. Vehicle was purchased on 20031117. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. DEALER'S NAME: UNION PARK VOLVO . DEALER'S CITY: WILMINGTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: DE.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10131216

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 03, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . MY 1999 VOLVO S70 GLT WAS JUST TURNED INTO MY LOCAL DEALER. THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE IS THE PRIMARY SUSPECT. ROUGH IDLE, STALLING, SURGING AT IDLE, BURSTS OF OVERLY RICH FUEL MIX AT IDLE. INTERMITTENT SYMPTOMS AT IDLE. RUNS OK AT FREEWAY SPEEDS WITH MILD SURGING. *JB.Mileage was 147495 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D7X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in NAMPA, ID. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10131237

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 30, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . I OWN A 1999 VOLVO S70. ON TWO OCCASIONS WHILE DRIVING, THE ENGINE, WITHOUT WARNING CUTS OUT. WITH THIS THE POWER STEERING GOES AND MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO STEER OUT OF TRAFFIC. BOTH THESE INCIDENTS HAPPENED WHILE I WAS MAKING A LEFT TURN ACROSS AN INTERSECTION. LUCKILY THERE WERE NO INJURIES OR ACCIDENT. AFTER THE FIRST INCIDENT, I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANIC WHO TOLD ME THAT IT WAS HARD TO DIAGNOSE AS IT JUST HAPPENED ONCE. WELL IT HAPPENED AGAIN! THE FIRST INCIDENT HAPPENED ON MAY 1, 2005 AND THE SECOND ON JULY 30, 2005. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A7X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in PEMBROKE PINES, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990210. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: DEEL VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 305-444-2222 . DEALER'S CITY: MIAMI . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10131335

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 07, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . SUDDEN ENGINE FAILURE AND STALLING WHILE DRIVING. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 98744 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A6X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in R S MARGARITA, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981229. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO OF ORANGE COUNTY . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 714-530-9190 . DEALER'S CITY: GARDEN GROVE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92844 .
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Report #10131537

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 04, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . I OWN A 1999 VOLVO S70 FRONT WHEEL DRIVE. THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM (ETS) HAS FAILED, AND I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS IS A HUGE PROBLEM THAT VOLVO DOES KNOW ABOUT. THEY DO NOTHING ABOUT IT BECAUSE OF THE HIGH REPAIR BILL ( $800.00 - $900.00). I AM A MEMBER OF A VOLVO WEBSITE, AND MANY, MANY OTHERS ON THE SITE KNOW OF THE PROBLEM. THE ETS FAILS ON THE VEHICLE, AND THE DRIVER IS LEFT UNABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLES SPEED, AND SOMETIMES DIRECTION ( IF THE CAR QUITS) WHEN MINE FAILED, I WAS ON THE INTERSTATE WITH MY CRUISE CONTROL ON ABOUT 72 MPH. I ALMOST COMPLETELY LOST CONTROL OF THE CAR, WAS UNABLE TO STOP THE CAR EFFECTIVELY, AND ALSO UNABLE TO STEER THE CAR EASILY BECAUSE THE ENGINE WENT DEAD. I WISH SOMEONE WOULD LOOK INTO THIS PROBLEM, BECAUSE IT IS A VERY DANGEROUS PROBLEM. IT IS ABOUT THE SAME AS A THROTTLE CABLE BREAKING WHILE DRIVING, AND THE CAR JUST GOING DEAD. VOLVO KNOWS ABOUT THE PROBLEM, BUT REFUSES TO ISSUE A RECALL FOR THE ETS. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE. IT NEEDS TO BE RECALLED. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 122000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in CRENSHAW, MS. Vehicle was purchased on 20050330. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 72 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Exterior Lighting Tail Lights

VOLVO S70 1999 Exterior Lighting Tail Lights Report #10131542

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 20, 2001.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS . I PURCHASED MY 1999 USED S70 IN JUNE OF 2001. IT HAD APPROX. 47,000 MILES ON IT. WITHIN A WEEK OR TWO THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL MODULE HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO THE LOSS OF SPEED, ETC. WITHIN 1 YEAR I HAD TO REPLACE THE TURBO AND THE WHOLE ENGINE DUE TO MALFUNCTIONS. IN ALL, I HAVE SPENT ABOUT $9,000 IN REPAIRS TO THIS CAR DUE TO ENGINE PROBLEMS. IT HAS BEEN THE ABSOLUTE WORST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED. IT HAS ALSO HAD NUMEROUS ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS SINCE I PURCHASED. *NM.Mileage was 47000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D0X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LOUISVILLE, KY. Vehicle was purchased on 20010611. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. DEALER'S NAME: NEIL HUFFMAN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 5028970601 . DEALER'S CITY: LOUISVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: KY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 40207 .
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10131542

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 20, 2001.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . I PURCHASED MY 1999 USED S70 IN JUNE OF 2001. IT HAD APPROX. 47,000 MILES ON IT. WITHIN A WEEK OR TWO THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL MODULE HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO THE LOSS OF SPEED, ETC. WITHIN 1 YEAR I HAD TO REPLACE THE TURBO AND THE WHOLE ENGINE DUE TO MALFUNCTIONS. IN ALL, I HAVE SPENT ABOUT $9,000 IN REPAIRS TO THIS CAR DUE TO ENGINE PROBLEMS. IT HAS BEEN THE ABSOLUTE WORST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED. IT HAS ALSO HAD NUMEROUS ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS SINCE I PURCHASED. *NM.Mileage was 47000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D0X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LOUISVILLE, KY. Vehicle was purchased on 20010611. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. DEALER'S NAME: NEIL HUFFMAN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 5028970601 . DEALER'S CITY: LOUISVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: KY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 40207 .
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10131542

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 20, 2001.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . I PURCHASED MY 1999 USED S70 IN JUNE OF 2001. IT HAD APPROX. 47,000 MILES ON IT. WITHIN A WEEK OR TWO THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL MODULE HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO THE LOSS OF SPEED, ETC. WITHIN 1 YEAR I HAD TO REPLACE THE TURBO AND THE WHOLE ENGINE DUE TO MALFUNCTIONS. IN ALL, I HAVE SPENT ABOUT $9,000 IN REPAIRS TO THIS CAR DUE TO ENGINE PROBLEMS. IT HAS BEEN THE ABSOLUTE WORST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED. IT HAS ALSO HAD NUMEROUS ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS SINCE I PURCHASED. *NM.Mileage was 47000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D0X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LOUISVILLE, KY. Vehicle was purchased on 20010611. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. DEALER'S NAME: NEIL HUFFMAN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 5028970601 . DEALER'S CITY: LOUISVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: KY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 40207 .
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VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10131609

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 24, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 99 VOLVO S 70 AWD HAS 100K IS SURGING & STALLING. AFTER ALL RESEARCH IT SEEM I'M NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH THIS DEFECT. EVERYONE SAID THE ETS . I THINK MY DEALER REPLACED IT ONCE UNDER WARRANTY ALREADY. NOW ITS DOING IT AGAIN . VERY DANGEROUS ON THE HIGHWAY. I TRIED REPLACING THE MASS AIR SENSOR . BUT THAT'S NOT THE PROBLEM. PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS PROBLEM . I THINK VOLVO NEED TO RECALL THIS PART. THANKS BRAD. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 25000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D1X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SHELBY TWP, MI. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000202. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SURBARBAN VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 248 458 2000 . DEALER'S CITY: TROY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MI.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10131738

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 26, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . DT: 1999 VOLVO S70. THE CONSUMER STATED THERE WAS AN INVESTIGATION OPEN FOR THE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL. THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL HAD TO BE REPLACED ALTHOUGH THE VEHICLE DID NOT STALL. THIS HAPPENED APPROXIMATELY MARCH 26, 2004. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, BUT VEHICLE SEEMED TO BE RUNNING FINE. WHEN THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, THEY STATED IT WAS BECAUSE OF THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL. THE CONSUMER PAID FOR THE REPLACEMENT. THIS ONLY HAPPENED ONCE. *AK.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D8X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LEXINGTON, KY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990427. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: KENNY KENT VOLVO . DEALER'S CITY: EVANSVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IN.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10131793

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 01, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . BEGINNING IN APRIL OF 2005, THE ENGINE ON MY 1999 VOLVO S70 HAD STALLED SEVERAL TIMES. IN EACH INSTANCE, IT HAS RESTARTED AND OPERATED, HOWEVER, THE STALLS ARE BECOMING MORE FREQUENT. I HAVE READ OR THE NHTSA'S INVESTIGATION INTO THIS PROBLEM, AND AM CONCERNED ABOUT MY VEHICLE'S OPERATION AND REPAIR COSTS.*JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in AUSTIN, TX. Vehicle was purchased on 19991129. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph. DEALER'S NAME: ROGER BEASLEY VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 512-452-0266 . DEALER'S CITY: AUSTIN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TX. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 78723 .
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10131805

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 15, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL REPLACED. PROBLEM IS STARTING TO RECUR. DAMAGE EFFECTS OTHER CAR SYSTEMS WHICH MAY HAVE TO BE REPLACED ACCORDING TO DEALER. *JB.Mileage was 98000 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LOS ANGELES, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990312. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10131816

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 28, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . MULTIPLE FAILURES OF THE ECM CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL, LOSE POWER, OPERATE ERRATICALLY AND CREATE UNSAFE OPERATING CONDITIONS WHILE IN TRAFFIC. THE "ETS" AND "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHTS CAME ON WITH THIS PROBLEM. STOPPING AND RESTARTING MULTIPLE TIMES WAS THE ONLY WAY TO GET THE CAR TO OPERATE AND IT WAS A HIT OR MISS SOLUTION. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 89000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A2X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MADAWASKA, ME. Vehicle was purchased on 20020501. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10131835

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 06, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . (1) AIR CONDITIONER DOES NOT WORK IN HOT WEATHER (OVER 100 DEGREE). THE CAR WILL STALL AFTER A FEW MINUTES AFTER THE AIR CONDITIONING QUITS. (2) THE CAR WILL STALL AFTER THE AIR CONDITIONING QUITE. MOVE TRANSMISSION INTO NEUTRAL AND RESTART THE CAR. THANK GOD IT HAS WORKED SO FAR. (3) TAKE THE CAR TO WALNUT CREEK, CA VOLVO AND THEY CANNOT FIND ANY PROBLEM WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 78500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A5X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in DANVILLE, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990101. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO WALNUT CREEK . DEALER'S CITY: WALNUT CREEK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA.
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VOLVO S70 Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner

VOLVO S70 1999 Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner Report #10131835

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 06, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER . (1) AIR CONDITIONER DOES NOT WORK IN HOT WEATHER (OVER 100 DEGREE). THE CAR WILL STALL AFTER A FEW MINUTES AFTER THE AIR CONDITIONING QUITS. (2) THE CAR WILL STALL AFTER THE AIR CONDITIONING QUITE. MOVE TRANSMISSION INTO NEUTRAL AND RESTART THE CAR. THANK GOD IT HAS WORKED SO FAR. (3) TAKE THE CAR TO WALNUT CREEK, CA VOLVO AND THEY CANNOT FIND ANY PROBLEM WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 78500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A5X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in DANVILLE, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990101. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO WALNUT CREEK . DEALER'S CITY: WALNUT CREEK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10131951

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 20, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . ST: VEHICLE STALLED/DIED/LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH. DEALER REPLACED THROTTLE BODY. *AK *JB.Mileage was 63000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D9X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in WILLIAMSBURG, VA. Vehicle was purchased on 20030104. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. DEALER'S NAME: EURPOEAN MOTORS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 319-393-8496 . DEALER'S CITY: CEDAR RAPIDS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 52402 .
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control Gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve)

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control Gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve) Report #10131963

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 01, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) . CAR STARTED MISSING, LOSING POWER, ETS LIGHT CAME ON, TOOK TO DEALER REPLACED EGR MODULE ?, COST ABOUT $1000 ALTOGETHER. *JB .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100000 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LEXINGTON, OK. Vehicle was purchased on 20040605. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10132009

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 15, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . OWNER OF 1999 VOLVO S 70 T5 MULTIPLE THROTTLE BODY PROBLEMS CLEANED ONCE UNDER WARRANTY,THROTTLE BODY FAILED WITH WIFE ON BUSY INTERSTATE HAD TO BE REPLACED 7/15/05 OUT OF WARRANTY AT COST OF $900.00. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 64000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D0X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in JENNINGS, LA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990320. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. DEALER'S NAME: GILES . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 3379882277 . DEALER'S CITY: LAFAYETTE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: LA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 70503 .
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VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10132142

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 11, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . (1) NO WARNING (2) CAR RAN ONLY IN "LIMP-HOME" MODE (3) CAR TOWED 125 MILES TO DEALER, AND ETM WAS REPLACED; DEALER KEPT OLD PART. *NM.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D6X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in WEST FRANKFORT, IL. Vehicle was purchased on 20020601. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BRENTWOOD VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 800 844 9502 . DEALER'S CITY: ST LOUIS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MO.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10132166

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . ON VACATION IN OCTOBER OF 2004,OUR 1999 VOLVO S70 STARTED TO EXPERIENCE SUDDEN LOSS OF SPEED AND THEN RESUME AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, WITH OR WITHOUT CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED. WE TOOK IT TO A VOLVO DEALER AND HAD TO HAVE THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE REPLACED. AS A RESULT OF YOUR INVESTIGATION NUMBER PE05041 I WANTED TO RECORD MY PROBLEM WITH YOU AS WELL. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80968 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D8X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in FISHERS, IN. Vehicle was purchased on 19990216. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DON BEYER VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 703-237-5040 . DEALER'S CITY: FALLS CHURCH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 22046 .
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10132318

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 03, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 1999 S70 VOLVO AWD. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT AND ETS LIGHTS DISPLAYED. THE DEALER REPLACED THE ETM MODULE 8/3/05 AT A COST OF $906.75 AND THE ABS MODULE AT A COST OF $845.46. BOTH SERVICES PERFORMED BY DEALER IN WINSTON SALEM,NC . *JB.Mileage was 119000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D1X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HIGH POINT, NC. Vehicle was purchased on 20050205. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO OF TRIAD . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 336-723-4111 . DEALER'S CITY: WINSTON SALEM . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC.
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VOLVO S70 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Control Unit/module

VOLVO S70 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Control Unit/module Report #10132318

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 03, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE . 1999 S70 VOLVO AWD. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT AND ETS LIGHTS DISPLAYED. THE DEALER REPLACED THE ETM MODULE 8/3/05 AT A COST OF $906.75 AND THE ABS MODULE AT A COST OF $845.46. BOTH SERVICES PERFORMED BY DEALER IN WINSTON SALEM,NC . *JB.Mileage was 119000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D1X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HIGH POINT, NC. Vehicle was purchased on 20050205. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO OF TRIAD . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 336-723-4111 . DEALER'S CITY: WINSTON SALEM . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10132844

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 06, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . CAR BEGAN RUNNING POORLY, STALLING ON OCCASION AND HESITATING TO ACCELERATE. UPON SERVICING THE CAR, THE DEALER INFORMED ME THAT THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY WAS BAD AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. WHEN I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER FOR REPLACEMENT, THEY CLEANED IT INSTEAD. I SUBSEQUENTLY RETURNED TO HAVE IT REPLACED. THE DEALER DISCOUNTED THE REPLACEMENT COST BY THE AMOUNT I HAD PAID FOR THE EARLIER CLEANING. *JB.Mileage was 60150 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D5X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in COLUMBIA, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19981224. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10132865

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 15, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . DT: THE VEHICLE STALLED/DIED, AN LOST POWER DUE TO THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. *AK THE THROTTLE MODULE WAS REPLACED, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM RECURRED. *JB .Mileage was 82000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D6X3. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in COLUMBIA, SC. Vehicle was purchased on 20011110. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: TAFEL MOTORS . DEALER'S CITY: LOUISVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: KY.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10132961

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 14, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . I FIRST NOTICED MY VEHICLE EXPERIENCING SHAKINESS AND SLIGHT STIFFNESS IN THE STEERING WHEEL. PAT PATTERSON VOLVO, TOLD ME I NEEDED SOME SORT OF AIR NIPPLE REPLACED. I REPLACED IT, PAYING BETTER THAN $100. I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY INTERSECTION MAKING A LEFT TURN WHEN IT SUDDENLY QUIT! IT RESTARTED. I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP AFTER IT SUDDENLY FAILED ON SEVERAL MORE OCCASIONS. THE DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS EITHER AN AIR INTAKE PROBLEM THEY COULD FIX FOR $300 OR THE ETM (EXPLAINED THIS WAS A THROTTLE AND COSTS $800 NEEDS REPLACING) OR MIGHT NEED BOTH REPLACED COSTING $1100. THEY HAD TO ORDER THE PARTS AND WOULD CALL ME WHEN THEY ARRIVED. THE NEXT MORNING MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHEN I STARTED THE CAR. I DROVE IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP. THEY TOLD ME THE SAME THING I WAS TOLD THE DAY BEFORE. WHILE WAITING FOR THE PARTS TO ARRIVE, MY NEPHEW WAS SHOT TO DEATH. WITH THE SUDDEN TRAGIC LOSS OF MY 18 YEAR OLD NEPHEW, I WENT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP AND SETTLED FOR THE $300 JOB; MY FINANCIAL RESOURCES AFTER THE UNEXPECTED TRAVEL EXPENSES TO THE FUNERAL, ARE JUST DEPLETED; THIS CAR IS NOT UNDER WARRANTY. THAT WAS ONLY A FEW WEEKS AGO IN JULY. YESTERDAY (8/14/05) THE CAR SUDDENLY QUIT TWICE, AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON AGAIN! I HAVE NOT FINANCIALLY RECOVERED FROM THE FUNERAL AND REPAIR EXPENSES OF LAST MONTH! WHILE I WAS IN THE WAITING ROOM, AN OLDER WOMAN WHO WAS EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM, SAID HERS QUIT SEVERAL TIMES WHILE TRAVELING AT 70 MPH WITHOUT WARNING! I HEARD ON THE NEWS ABOUT 131 COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM. I WAS TOLD BY PAT PATTERSON VOLVO ON AT LEAST 4 VISITS RELATING TO THIS PROBLEM THAT THE CAR HAS AN AIR INTAKE PROBLEM AND NEEDS THE ETM REPLACED. THEY NEVER MENTIONED THIS IS A PROBLEM WITH THESE VEHICLES. I MIGHT NOT HAVE KNOWN THEY WERE EXPERIENCING THIS PROBLEM WITH MORE THAN JUST MINE HAD I NOT TALKED WITH THE LADY IN THE WAITING ROOM WHILE OUR CARS WERE BEING REPAIRED. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 94000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55AXX1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MEMPHIS, TN. Vehicle was purchased on 20010610. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Report #10133090

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 16, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . CAR HESITATES AND/OR STALLS ON ACCELERATION FOR PAST 20,000 MILES. INITIAL DIAGNOSIS FROM VOLVO DEALER SHOWED "NO FAULT CODES STORED, UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE." FINALLY, TODAY I STALLED WHILE MAKING A TURN AND ALMOST GOT BROADSIDED. JUST AFTER THAT AN ETS LIGHT CAME ON. I CALLED THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD "IT WILL COST UP TO $1000 TO REPLACE THE PART." THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY HAZARD AND TO THINK THAT VOLVO KNOWS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM (I SURFED THE INTERNET AND FOUND RIGHT AWAY THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM) AND LET ME TAKE THE CAR OUT WITH THIS ISSUE KNOWN. (REGARDLESS OF A FAULT CODE STORED)*JB .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 94000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D9X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BOYLSTON, MA. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: GALLO VOLVO .
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10133140

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . DT: VEHICLE STALLED/DIED, AND LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH DUE TO THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED DUE TO THE CURRENT PROBLEM, THE OXYGEN SENSOR IS DAMAGED. *JB.Mileage was 100000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D9X3. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in NEW CUMBERLAND, PA. Vehicle was purchased on 20000710. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: LEHMAN VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 717-691-8400 . DEALER'S CITY: MECHANICSBURG . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10133237

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 28, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE SYSTEM MODULE (ETS) HAD REPLACED. I HAD NOTICED THE ETS LIGHT CAE ON AND THEN GO OFF SHORTLY AFTERWARD ABOUT 3 TIMES IN TWO WEEKS. THE CAR LACKED THE NORMAL POWER. THE TACHOMETER NEEDLE WOULD SWING BACK AND FORTH AS I COULD FEEL A REVVING IN THE GAS PEDAL. I UNDERSTAND THAT HAD I NOT REPAIRED THE CAR, THE CAR COULD HAVE LOST POWER COMPLETELY UNEXPECTEDLY.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ROSLINDALE, MA. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10133483

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 16, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . 1) I WAS DRIVING ALONE ALONG STATE HIGHWAY 283 IN PA, WHICH IS A 4 LANE (2 EACH DIRECTION) HIGHWAY IN A RURAL AREA WITH A POSTED SPEED LIMIT OF 65, BETWEEN LANCASTER AND HARRISBURG. MOST TRAFFIC WAS TRUCKS (TRACTER TRAILERS). 2) THE CAR (VOLVO S70 AWD), TRAVELLING SMOOTHLY ON CRUISE CONTROL AT ABOUT THE SPEED LIMIT, SUDDENLY LOST POWER. ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING, BUT AT A MUCH LOWER RPM, AND RUNNING BADLY. FORTUNATELY I WAS IN THE FAR RIGHT LANE. I PULLED OFF THE ROAD ALMOST IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID BEING HIT BY THE TRUCK BEHIND ME. I NOTICED THE ETS YELLOW WARNING LIGHT WAS ON. THE VEHICLE SEEMED ABLE TO OPERATE, ALBEIT ROUGHLY, AT ABOUT 30-35MPH. BEING IN A RURAL AREA, I DROVE IN THIS OFF THE HIGHWAY LANE UP TO THE NEXT EXIT. I TOOK THE RAMP OFF THE HIGHWAY, GOT TO THE TOP OF THE RAMP, AND THE CAR SEEMED TO BE REASONABLE. BEING IN A RURAL AREA WITH NOWHERE SEEN FOR REPARIRS, I ACCELERATED DOWN THE RAMP TO THE HIGHWAY, WITH THE CAR SEEMING A BIT SLUGGISH, BUT OTHERWISE OK. THEN IT LOST POWER AGAIN AT THE BOTTOM OF THE EXIT RAMP. I PULLED OVER, TO THE SOUND OF THE HORN OF ANOTHER TRUCK WHICH WAS BEHIND ME. I SHUT OFF THE CAR; WAITED A FEW SECONDS; AND RESTARTED THE CAR. IT RAN MUCH BETTER, BUT THE ETS LIGHT WAS STILL ON. AFTER PULLING BACK ONTO THE HIGHWAY, EVERYTHING WAS OK FOR AWHILE, BUT I RAN INTO PROBLEMS WHEN I HIT SOME SLOWING TRAFFIC. WHEN I TRIED TO ACCELERATE FROM THE SLOWDOWN THE CAR DID NOT RESPOND. IT WAS AS IF I HADN'T JUST PRESSED THE PEDAL. I NURSED IT TO A VOLVO DEALERSHIP AS SOON AS POSSIBLE THAT DAY. 3) THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED AFTER DEALERSHIP FIRST PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC ON THE ENGINE. THE DIAGNOSTIC SHOWED 5 LINE ITEMS FOR THE "THROTTLE UNIT, INTERNAL FAULT..." I HAVE A COPY OF THE PRINT OUT OF THIS REPORT. I HAVE DRIVEN THE CAR ABOUT 150 HIGHWAY MILES SINCE THE REPAR. THE PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN OBSERVED DURING THIS TIME..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 88220 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56DXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LANCASTER, PA. Vehicle was purchased on 20020601. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10133635

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 06, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . I HAVE A 1999 VOLVO S70. IT HAS HAD A PROBLEM LOSING SPEED AND STALLING WITHOUT WARNING. I HAD A MAJOR REPAIR DONE IT TO FIX THE PROBLEM. I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS VEHICLE MODEL IS UNDER INVESTIGATION FOR THIS SAME PROBLEM..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 76000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D2X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. Vehicle was purchased on 20040701. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10133751

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 05, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . THE ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL LIGHT ACTIVATED SPORADICALLY BEGINNING IN JULY, 2005. I NOTICED THAT THE CAR WAS NOT PERFORMING ADEQUATELY WHEN GOING UPHILL OR IN SEVERE HEAT. MY HUSBAND CONTACTED THE VOLVO DEALERSHIP IN ALLENTOWN, PA WHERE WE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. HE WAS TOLD THAT THE COST TO REPAIR SAME WOULD BE OVER $800. WE DECIDED TO PASS ON THIS REPAIR DUE TO THE COST AND THOUGHT THAT ANOTHER AUTO SERVICE MECHANIC COULD PERFORM THE REPAIRS AT A LESSER PRICE. APPROXIMATELY 3 WEEKS LATER, THE ETS LIGHT WAS ACTIVATED ON EVERY OCCASION THAT THE VEHICLE WAS USED. SINCE A SECOND MECHANIC (NOT AFFILIATED WITH VOLVO) STATED THAT HE WAS UNABLE TO DO THE REPAIRS, WE DECIDED TO CONTACT ANOTHER VOVLO DEALERSHIP. THE REPAIR OF THE THROTTLE BODY AND ETM "RELOAD" WAS PERFORMED BY A VOLVO OF FORT WASHTINGTON, PA AT A COST OF OVER $800 ON AUGUST 17, 2005. AFTER READING THE NUMBER OF COMPLAINTS THAT NHTSA RECEIVED ON THIS VERY SAME PROBLEM AND THE POTENTIAL FOR INJURY, WE DECIDED TO HAVE THE REPAIR PERFORMED. WE DID CONTACT VOLVO IN ROCKLEIGH, NJ VIA EMAIL AND RECEIVED AN INITIAL RESPONSE FROM A MR. JOHN WILLETS REQUESTING INFORMATION ON OUR VIN NUMBER AND MILEAGE. WE SUPPLIED SAID INFORMATION ON THE SAME DATE (AUGUST 10, 2005). WE DID NOT HEAR BACK FROM HIM DESPITE REPEATED REQUESTS VIA EMAIL. WE HAD TO PAY THIS EXPENSIVE REPAIR BILL TO ENSURE THE SAFETY OF OUR FAMILY. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 87000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A6X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in QUAKERTOWN, PA. Vehicle was purchased on 20020627. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10133850

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 22, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . ETS LIGHTS COMES ON/OFF. CAR CONTINUES TO BREAK DOWN, LAST TIME ON INTERSTATE. DEALER SAYS DOESN'T KNOW WHAT'S WRONG. .Mileage was 87000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D1X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in DRAPER, UT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20001210. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: KEN GARFF . DEALER'S CITY: SALT LAKE CITY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: UT.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10134508

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 19, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . PART OF 10133805, SECOND VEHICLE S70, CATASTROPHIC FAILURE, STALLED WHILE GOING 35 IN MODERATE TRAFFIC. IF IT HAD FAILED 20 SECONDS LATER THERE COULD HAVE BEEN AN ACCIDENT. RESTARTED 30 SECONDS LATER IN LIMP HOME MODE, ETM REPLACED. *SMCH. *AK.Mileage was 101312 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in IRVING, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Power Train Automatic Transmission Control Module (tcm, Pcm)

VOLVO S70 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Control Module (tcm, Pcm) Report #10134214

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 23, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) . CAR STALLS RANDOMLY AND THIS TIME I HIT A CURB.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 83250 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A8X3. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in TOMS RIVER, NJ. Vehicle was purchased on 20050818. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Other

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Other Report #10134245

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 22, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER . I HAVE A 1999 VOLVO S70 THAT I BROUGHT IN TO A VOLVO REPAIR SHOP FOR A 105,000 MILE CHECK UP (MOSTLY FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE TIMING BELT). THE CAR WAS OTHERWISE WORKING FINE. FOLLOWING REPLACEMENT OF THE TIMING BELT, TENSIONER, OIL CHANGE, LUBE, ETC. (ALL THE THINGS IN THE STANDARD 105,000 MILE CHECK-UP), THE CAR WOULD NO LONGER IDLE. THE SHOP IDENTIFIED THE PROBLEM AS THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE. IT REMAINS UNCLEAR WHY IT FAILED AS PART OF A ROUTINE CHECK-UP. THE PART WAS REPLACED AND THE REPLACEMENT PART ALSO FAILED TO WORK (IT WOULDN'T ACCEPT THE SOFTWARE). THE SECOND REPLACEMENT THROTTLE MODULE DID WORK AND THE CAR IS NOW WORKING. THE COST OF THIS REPAIR, HOWEVER, WAS $902.00--$551.50 FOR THE PART ALONE. THE REPAIR SHOP SPECIALIZES IN VOLVOS AND INDICATED THAT THIS WAS A FREQUENT PROBLEM, CURRENTLY UNDER INVESTIGATION BY YOUR OFFICE (NTSB ACTION # PE05041). I WANTED TO ADD MY EXPERIENCE TO YOUR COMPLAINT FILE. THIS CAN BE VERIFIED THROUGH THE REPAIR SHOP, RANDALL AUTOMOTIVE INC., 1720 WASHINGTON AVE. EXT., RENSSELAER, NY 12144-9482. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 105000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A5X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LATHAM, NY. Vehicle was purchased on 20020820. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: KEELER VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 518-452-1100 . DEALER'S CITY: ALBANY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 12205 .
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10134294

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 18, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 1. I NOTICED THE PROBLEM WHEN I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. THE CAR FELT LIKE IT WAS LOSING POWER OR MISSING LIKE IT WAS GONG TO STOP RUNNING. FORTUNATELY, UNLIKE OTHERS, I WAS NOT STRANDED. 2. MY 75,000 MILE SERVICE WAS DUE SO I TOOK THE CAR IN FOR THAT AND ALSO LET THE VOLVO DEALER KNOW ABOUT THE PROBLEM. 3. THEY RAN DIAGNOSTICS AND DETERMINED IT TO BE THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE. THEY REPLACED THE PART WITH A NEW REDESIGNED PART. I DO NOT KNOW IF THE OLD PART IS AVAILABLE. P.S. THE DEALERSHIP CALLED VOLVO AND VOLVO AGREED TO PAY FOR THE PART NOT THE LABOR, WHICH SAVED ME ABOUT $500. THAT WAS A GOOD GESTURE. 8JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 75845 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D3X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in AMELIA, OH. Vehicle was purchased on 20050421. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 72 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BEECHMONT VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 513-388-3700 . DEALER'S CITY: CINCINNATI . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 45255 .
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VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10134321

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 23, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL CAUSES CAR TO STALL REPEATEDLY- OFTEN IN SITUATIONS WHERE IT IS UNSAFE TO PULL OVER. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 99500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D8X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in CEDARBURG, WI. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000812. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: JENKINS IMPORTS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 414-265-4440 . DEALER'S CITY: MILWAUKEE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: WI. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 53209 .
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10134579

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 25, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: VEHICLE ENGINE DIES FOR NON REASON WHILE UNDER WAY. VEHICLE RESTARTS IMMEDIATELY. NO ERROR CODE SET IN COMPUTER. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A1X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in TULSA, OK. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19991221. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. DEALER'S NAME: JACKIE COOPER IMPORTS . DEALER'S CITY: TULSA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OK.
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VOLVO S70 Latches/locks/linkages Hood Latch

VOLVO S70 1999 Latches/locks/linkages Hood Latch Report #10134760

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 07, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH . I PURCHASED A NEW 1999 VOLVO S70 GLT SEDAN. ABOUT SIX MONTHS AGO I NOTICED THAT THE HOOD WAS NOT CLOSING. UPON EXAMINATION I DISCOVERED THAT BOTH HOOD LATCHES WERE FAILING BECAUSE OF METAL FATIGUE. AT THIS POINT ONE LATCH HAS FALLEN OFF COMPLETELY AND THE OTHER IS SO WEAKENED IT WILL NOT HOLD THE HOOD. I AM CURRENTLY HOLDING THE HOOD DOWN WITH A BUNGIE CORD. FAILURE OF THE HOOD LATCHES COULD LEAD TO A DANGEROUS SITUATION IF A HOOD FLIES UP AT HIGH SPEED. *NM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D3X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in CALABASAS, CA. Vehicle was purchased on 19990328. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: CALABASAS VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 8185772500 . DEALER'S CITY: CALABASAS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 91302 .
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10134802

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2003.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . MY CARS ELECTRONIC THROTTLE HAD TO BE REPLACED. THIS WAS DONE UNDER THE WARRANTY PERIOD BUT I'M WRITING TO MAKE YOU AWARE OF THIS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PEOPLE WHOSE CARS SYSTEMS LASTED SLIGHTLY LONGER, OUT OF WARRANTY. VOLVO KNEW THEY HAD ISSUES WITH DEFECTIVE THROTTLES AND SHOULD STAND BEHIND THEIR PRODUCT. THESE CARS ARE NOT CHEAP AND OWNERS SHOULD NOT BE 'BETA' TESTERS FOR NEW SYSTEMS.*JB.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D4X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in AVON, OH. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Report #10134822

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 27, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY . THE CAR STALLED IN HIGHWAY TRAFFIC LOSING PARTIAL CONTROL OF THE AUTOMOBILE SCARED DRIVER AND CAR LUCKILY RESTARTED OR COULD HAVE BEEN MAJOR ACCIDENT - FOUND OUT THROTTLE BODY MODULE WAS TO BLAME. THIS IS ONE SIGNIFICANT EXAMPLE THE CAR OFTEN STALLED AT STOP LIGHTS AND GOING AROUND CORNERS. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 87500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A3X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HARTFORD, CT. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: GENGRAS VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 860-528-9306 . DEALER'S CITY: EAST HARTFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 06108 .
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10135236

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 02, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO FAILURE. THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON AND THE CAR REPEATEDLY JERKED DURING DRIVING. DEALER ASSESSED SITUATION AND HAD NO CHOICE BUT TO REPLACE. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SHREVEPORT, LA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: MCGRATH LEXUS .
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VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10135538

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 15, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . ROUGH IDLE ETS LIGHT CAME ON CAR DIED REPLACED ETM. *NM.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D7X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ST. LOUIS PARK, MN. Vehicle was purchased on 20040515. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Structure

VOLVO S70 1999 Structure Report #10135802

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 04, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with STRUCTURE . DASHBOARD BEGAN MAKING VERY LOUD NOISES. DEALERSHIP INFORMED ME THAT THE DASH HAS COME LOOSE FROM THE FIREWALL. DEALERSHIP INFORMED ME THAT THIS IS VERY COMMON IN THE 1997 AND 1998 MODELS. DEALERSHIP SAID THAT I NEED A NEW DASHBOARD BECAUSE THE CLIPS HOLDING IT ARE BROKEN. VOLVO IS WELL AWARE OF THIS DEFECT AND STATED THAT IF THE DASH HAD COME LOOSE FROM THE FIREWALL DURING THE FIRST 4 YEARS OR 50000 MILES IT WOULD HAVE BEEN COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THE EXTENDED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER STRUCTURAL DEFECTS OR DESIGN FLAWS. WITH THIS BEING A COMMON PROBLEM I THINK THAT VOLVO SHOULD STAND BEHIND ITS CARS AND OFFER TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE PART. I AM ASSUMING THAT IF I DO NOT HAVE THIS VERY COSTLY REPAIR DONE THE DASH WILL EVENTUALLY SEPARATE FROM THE FIREWALL COMPLETELY AND FALL OFF. I AM SURE THAT THIS DASHBOARD WILL NOT PROVIDE ANY PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A HEAD ON COLLISION. MY VOLVO WAS NOT BUILT FOR SAFETY, BUT FOR PROFIT USING DEFECTIVE DESIGNS AND PARTS. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A2X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in FORT WORTH, TX. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19991116. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: AUTOBAHN MOTORCARS . DEALER'S CITY: FORT WORTH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TX.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10135844

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 15, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . DT: THE THROTTLE WILL FLUTTER AND THE ACCELERATOR WILL CUT OUT WHEN PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AS WELL AS VIBRATE. THE VEHICLE STALLED/DIED AND LOST POWER. THE PROBLEM WAS FIXED IN FEBRUARY 2004, BUT IT RECURRED. *AK *MR WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL FAILS THE ODOMETER FAILS AS WELL. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS WELL. *JB.Mileage was 70000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A5X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LOS ANGLES, CA. Vehicle was purchased on 20040101. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: C&H AUTOM BROKERS . DEALER'S CITY: HUNINGTON BEACH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal Report #10135966

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL . DT: THE RPMS WOULD DROP TO 500 OR BELOW, AND THE CAR WOULD STALL. TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, AND THEY CLEANED THE THROTTLE. WITHIN 2-3 MONTHS, IT WAS THE SAME PROBLEM OR WORSE. THIS WAS A SAFETY ISSUE. THE CONSUMER SENT VOLVO A LETTER, AND THEY SAID NHTSA WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INVESTIGATION AND WOULDN'T DO ANYTHING UNTIL THE RESULTS WERE PUBLISHED.*AK.Mileage was 57000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in NASHVILLE, TN. Vehicle was purchased on 20030301. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CARMAX . DEALER'S CITY: NASHVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TN.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10136138

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 1999 VOLVO S70 T5, DURING 2004 CAR STARTED AN IDLE/SURGE PROBLEM. TOOK IT TO DEALER WHO SAID THE MASS AIR FLOW CONTROL REGULATOR NEEDED CLEANING. PAID AROUND $200 AND CAR SEEMED FINE FOR AWHILE. IN JAN 2005 THE PROBLEM RETURNED, BUT WORSE. TOOK IT TO TWO DIFFERENT VOLVO CERTIFIED MECHANICS WHO SAID THERE WERE NO CODES IN COMPUTER, THEY COULD SEE THERE WAS A PROBLEM BUT HAD NO CLUE WHAT WAS CAUSING IT, JUST OPINIONS ON A COUPLE OF PART WE COULD TRY REPLACING. IN MARCH 05 THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC, RESTARTED AND SEEMED TO RUN FINE, ASIDE FROM THE SURGING. HOWEVER, SURGING CONTINUED AND STALLING, IN TRAFFIC, OCCURRED AGAIN TWO WEEKS AGO. DOING MY OWN RESEARCH, I'M NOW FINDING THIS IS A KNOWN AND DANGEROUS PROBLEM WITH THIS MODEL VEHICLE. DUE TO FINANCIAL RESTRAINTS AT THIS MOMENT, I CANNOT AFFORD TO REPLACE THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL MODULE AND SO MY CAR MOSTLY SITS, BEING DRIVEN ONLY IF ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY. LUCKILY WE HAVE A SECOND VEHICLE. WE PURCHASED OUR VOLVO, DESPITE THE REPUTATION FOR PRICEY MAINTENANCE, WITH FAITH IN VOLVO'S REPUTATION FOR SAFETY AND RELIABILITY. A REPUTATION BUILT, IN PART, BY RATINGS SUPPLIED BY SEVERAL CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCIES, INCLUDING YOUR OWN. THE MANUFACTURER NEEDS TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT, AND CONSUMER ADVOCACY AGENCIES SHOULD SEE TO IT THAT THEY DO. *NM.Mileage was 105000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D0X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in VIRGINIA BEACH, VA. Vehicle was purchased on 20001008. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10136504

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 21, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . MY S70 VOLVO, STALLED ON FREEWAY A NUMBER OF TIMES WITHIN A ONE DAY PERIOD, WOULD RESTART AND GOT IT TO VOLVO OF ESCONDIDO CA, HAD MY CAR FOR 3 DAYS AND I RENTED ( I AM A SINGLE MOM AND CANNOT AFFORD THIS OR TO BE WITHOUT A CAR) RECEIVED MY CAR& BILL $457.69 TO CLEAN THE THROTTLE BODY. ON 7/ 18 I RETURNED IT TO VOLVO BECAUSE IT BEGAN DOING IT AGAIN ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THAT TIME VOLVO HAD IT FOR 1 DAY AND SAID THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH MY CAR AND TO COME GET IT. ON JULY 19TH IT HAPPENED AGAIN AND THEY HAD MY CAR FROM 7/ 19TH - 27TH BECAUSE THEY COULD NOT FIND A PROBLEM. ON THE 27TH, $160 FOR LABOR AND PARTS.(SPARK PLUGS) I REFUSED TO PAY FOR LABOR. MY CAR NEVER RAN THE SAME AND IT SEEMED TO BE SLUGGISH. I THEN RETURNED TO WORKING STRICTLY WITH MY OWN CERTIFIED VOLVO MECHANIC. HE HAS DONE ALL OF MY TUNE UPS, OIL CHANGES AND MINOR MAINTENANCE. (PRIOR TO THIS STALLING PROBLEM) LAST WEEK I HEARD A HORRIBLE AND SUDDEN NOISE AND ALTHOUGH NO LIGHTS OR WARNING INDICATORS APPEARED I TOOK IT TO HIM IMMEDIATELY. HE HAS FOUND THAT IT HAS A CRACK IN THE LOWER BLOCK WHICH HAS NOW LEFT ME WITH A SHELL OF A CAR AND NO ENGINE. MY REGULAR MECHANIC SAID THAT HE HAS NEVER SEEN THIS ON A CAR AS WELL KEPT AND MAINTAINED AS MINE. HE BELIEVES IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE FAULTY STALLING PROBLEM THAT IS STILL A MYSTERY TO VOLVO COULD BE THE REASONING. I PUT A LOT OF TIME, MONEY AND ENERGY OUT AS A RESULT OF THIS CAR AND MOST IMPORTANTLY RISKED THE LIVES OF MY CHILDREN AND MYSELF WITH THIS PROBLEM. I NEED TO KNOW WHAT THE NHTSA IS DOING TO RESOLVE THIS AND HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD A CRACK LOWER BLOCK AS AN END RESULT?. I FEEL VOLVO SHOULD HAVE TO REPLACE MY ENGINE. TIME, LOSS OF WORK AND COSTS HAVE RESULTED IN A MAJOR HARDSHIP FOR ME. I CRINGE AT THE FACT THAT IT COULD HAVE BEEN SUCH A TRAGIC ENDING AS AN ACCIDENT OR DEATH. PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHAT THE NEXT STEP IS OR HOW I PURSUE VOLVO. THANK YOU, TERRY AUSTIN. *NM.Mileage was 12000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A1X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ESCONDIDO, CA. Vehicle was purchased on 20020328. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: CUSH VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 7607373200 . DEALER'S CITY: ESCONDIDO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92029 .
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VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10136772

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 16, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR: 1) ENGINE/THROTTLE SYSTEM: A) INTERMITTENTLY, THE CAR WILL NOT START WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM, WHETHER FROM DRIVING OR IT IS A HOT DAY. I HAD IT TOWED TO THE VOLVO DEALER FROM MY GARAGE WHEN IT HAD <20K MILES AND WAS TOLD THAT I WAS NOT DRIVING IT HARD ENOUGH. THEY ADVISED THAT THE ENGINE HAD TO BE BLOWN OUT AND SUGGESTED THAT I REV-UP THE ENGINE WHILE THE CAR WAS IN PARK TO CLEAN IT OUT. THAT DID NOT HELP. I HAVE HAD THE CAR SERVICED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE PROBLEM HAD GOTTEN SO BAD, THAT THE CAR BEGAN STALLING WHILE I WAS DRIVING IT, PARTICULARLY, IF I STOPPED FOR A TRAFFIC LIGHT OR TURNED A CORNER. I PAID $1,500 IN JANUARY 2005 TO HAVE IT REPAIRED AGAIN, AND NOW THE PROBLEM IS BACK. THE VOLVO DEALER IS USELESS. B) THE ENGINE EITHER LEAKS OR BURNS OIL. I WILL INTERMITTENTLY HEAR A CLICKING NOISE TO FIND OUT THAT ALL OF THE OIL IS GONE. THE OIL LIGHT DOES NOT COME ON. I ROUTINELY HAVE TO ADD 3-4 QUARTS OF OIL. 2) SAFETY FEATURES: THE REARVIEW MIRROR BROKE OFF IN MY HAND AND I WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT IT WAS A SAFETY FEATURE. WHEN IT BROKE OFF, IT LEFT A METAL SPIKE STICKING OUT THAT WOULD HAVE DONE FAR MORE DAMAGE IN AN ACCIDENT THAN THE MIRROR. THE CHILD LOCK ON THE REAR CENTER SEAT BELT FAILED. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT I WAS PULLING THE BELT TOO TIGHT AND IT WAS SUPPOSED TO HAVE SOME "GIVE". OF COURSE, I KNOW THAT THE CHILD SEAT IS NOT SUPPOSED TO WIGGLE AROUND IN THE BACK SEAT, SO I INSISTED THAT IT BE REPLACED. BODY: THE MECHANISMS TO HOLD UP THE TRUNK LID NO LONGER FUNCTION. THE LATCH TO RELEASE THE HOOD HAS HAD TO BE REPLACED. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 15000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A2X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ELLICOTT CITY, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19991007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: HERB GORDON VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 888-526-7449 . DEALER'S CITY: SILVER SPRING . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MD. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 20904 .
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10136952

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 16, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . MAY 2004 1) NO PRIOR WARNING OR INDICATION 2)CAR DIED WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. I WAS ABLE TO SHIFT TO NEUTRAL AND RESTART THE VEHICLE. IT RAN RATHER ROUGH FOR SEVERAL MINUTES, BUT I WAS ABLE TO GET OFF OF THE FREEWAY. IT THEN BEGAN TO RUN SMOOTHLY WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. OVER THE NEXT SEVERAL DAYS THE CAR DIED WITHOUT WARNING (OTHER THAN THE CONSTANTLY LIT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. 3) I TOOK IT INTO "VOLVO OF RICHARDSON". THEY DIAGNOSED AND REPLACED THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE. THIS COST OVER $900.00. SEPTEMBER 2005 1) THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, BUT THE CAR SEEMED TO BE RUNNING FINE, HAD THE CODE CHECKED AT "AUTO ZONE". THEY TOLD ME THAT IT WAS PROBABLY BAD FUEL BECAUSE IT HAD MULTIPLE CODES THAT WERE ALL RELATED TO THE PROPER AIR/FUEL MIXTURE. THE RECOMMENDED THAT I RUN A COUPLE OF TANKS OF GAS THROUGH IT AND THEN RESET THE CODES AND SEE IF THAT CLEARED UP MY PROBLEM. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THE LIGHT CAME BACK ON BUT WENT OFF PRIOR TO GETTING IT CHECKED, AGAIN THE CAR SEEMED TO BE RUNNING FINE. 2) THE CAR DIED WHILE DRIVING. I WAS ABLE TO SHIFT TO NEUTRAL AND RESTART THE VEHICLE. IT RAN RATHER ROUGH FOR SEVERAL MINUTES. IT THEN BEGAN TO RUN SMOOTHLY WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. OVER THE NEXT SEVERAL DAYS THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON FOR SHORT PERIODS AND THEN WOULD GO OUT. 3) I TOOK IT INTO "VOLVO OF RICHARDSON". THEY DIAGNOSED THE INTERMITTENT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND RECOMMENDED THAT THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE BE REPLACED BEFORE IT FAILED COMPLETELY. THEY TOLD ME THAT IT IS A MATTER OF TIME BEFORE IT FAILS, AND THAT COULD CREATE A DANGEROUS SITUATION. BUT WOULD ALMOST CERTAINLY ADD A TOWING BILL TO MY ALREADY STEEP ESTIMATE OF $1100.00. I ASKED THEM ABOUT A WARRANTY/RECALL. THEY TOLD ME THAT EVEN THOUGH THEY DO SEE THIS PROBLEM "FROM TIME TO TIME" THERE IS NO RECALL AND NO WARRANTY ON THE ONE THAT THEY PUT IN FOR ME IN MAY OF 2004, SINCE THAT WARRANTY WAS ONLY FOR TWELVE MONTHS. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 118000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A7X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in RICHARDSON, TX. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO OF RICHARDSON . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 972-644-1700 . DEALER'S CITY: RICHARDSON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TX. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 75080 .
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10137282

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 10, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . WE OWN A 1999 VOLVO S70 AWD SEDAN. WE HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES RELATED TO THE LACK OF ACCELERATION AT UNANTICIPATED TIMES OR A SUDDEN DECLINE IN POWER AT OTHER TIMES. THE ETS WARNING LIGHT IS ON. THIS UNEXPECTED LOSS OF ACCELERATION IS ESPECIALLY HAZARDOUS/DANGEROUS WHEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC THINKING THAT YOU HAVE PLENTY OF SPACE AND TIME ONLY TO FIND OUT THAT YOU CANNOT ACCELERATE. I HAVE FORWARDED MY CONCERN TO VOLVO CARS OF AMERICA AND RECEIVED BACK A NONCOMMITTAL RESPONSE SUGGESTING THAT WE HAVE IT INSPECTED. WE DID AND THE TECHNICIAN SAID THAT I SHOULD CHECK WITH VOLVO AS THERE HAS BEEN SOME DISCUSSION OF THIS PROBLEM IN THE NEWSPAPER. THE CODES THAT WERE IDENTIFIED INCLUDED: ECM - 914F THROTTLE UNIT INTERNAL FAULT ECM - 9150 THROTTLE UNIT INTERNAL FAULT ECM - 91B7 THROTTLE UNIT INTERNAL FAULT ECM - 903C THROTTLE UNIT INTERNAL FAULT ECM - 903F THROTTLE UNIT INTERNAL FAULT IF THIS IS A SAFETY DEFECT SHOULDN'T VOLVO RECALL AND REPLACE THIS THROTTLE UNIT? YOUR ASSISTANCE AND RESPONSE IS APPRECIATED. THANK YOU, WILL BRUCKER NOTE: IN THE SECTION BELOW ABOUT THE VEHICLE IT SAY OEM YES?NO (I DO NOT KNOW WHAT IS BEING REFERRED TO THEREFORE THE ANSWER HAS NO RELEVANCE BUT IT HAD TO BE ANSWERED WITH A YES OR NO.) THE NUMBER OF TIMES THIS SITUATION HAS OCCURRED IS NUMEROUS AND THE DATES HAVE BEEN VARIED NOT JUST SEPTEMBER 10, 2005. THANK YOU. *JB *NM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D0X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HUDSON, NH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990626. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: LOVERING VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 603 888 7070 . DEALER'S CITY: NASHUA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NH. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 03060 .
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Other Fuel Injection System

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Other Fuel Injection System Report #10137311

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 22, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM . REGARDING VOLVO THROTTLE CONTROL JULY 2001-PURCHASED 1999 S70 WITH 22,600 MILES; CRUISE CONTROL QUIT, WARNING LIGHTS LIT, CAR BEGAN DECELERATING. DEALERSHIP SAID CHECK GAS CAP SECURELY-FITTING. AFTER RESTARTING, CRUISE CONTROL WORKED AND WARNING LIGHTS OFF. 30,000 MILE SERVICE- TOLD AGAIN TO CHECK GAS CAP WHENEVER CRUISE PROBLEM OCCURRED. AUGUST 2002-USING CRUISE CONTROL, ACCELERATION WITHOUT REASON. IMMEDIATELY, CRUISE CONTROL QUIT, CAR DECELERATED, WARNING LIGHTS ON. NORMAL FUNCTION WITH MANUAL ACCELERATION. BY THIS TIME, I HAD "LEARNED" TO RESTART CAR TO GET WARNING LIGHTS TO TURN OFF OR TO GET CRUISE CONTROL TO START WORKING. AT DESTINATION, CAR WOULDN'T RESTART. TOW TRUCK DRIVER JUMP-STARTED BATTERY. ETS WARNING LIGHT STILL ON. WROTE TO DEALERSHIP OCTOBER 28, 2003, REGARDING ETS WARNING LIGHT. AT 37,500 MILE CHECK-UP, I WAS TOLD CAR REQUIRED ONLY NORMAL SERVICING. WHEN I LEFT DEALERSHIP, ETS LIGHT NO LONGER ON. LATER CAR BEGAN IDLING ROUGHLY AND DIDN'T ACCELERATE AS SMOOTHLY. AFTER 37,500 MILE SERVICE, CAR OPERATED MORE AS EXPECTED. WITHIN WEEKS, AGAIN IDLING ROUGHLY AND NOT ACCELERATING PROPERLY AFTER TURNING CORNERS. DEC. 31, 2003 (38,695 MILES), VOLVO TOWED TO DEALERSHIP BECAUSE UNSAFE TO DRIVE. WHEN TURNING, CAR BARELY MOVED FORWARD. ALSO, MOTOR STALLING OUT DURING ACCELERATION AFTER TURNING. NOISE SOUNDED LIKE IT EMANATED FROM POWER STEERING. POWER STEERING RACK REPLACED. AFTER SERVICING, ENGINE'S ACCELERATION BETTER FOR FEW MONTHS. (DID DEALERSHIP CLEANED THROTTLE DURING SERVICE?) REST OF THIS SENT IN SEPARATE DESCRIPTION DUE TO SPACE LIMITATIONS. *JB.Mileage was 22600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D0X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SALISBURY, NC. Vehicle was purchased on 20010730. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO SAAB OF CHARLOTTE . DEALER'S CITY: CHARLOTTE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10137311

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 22, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . REGARDING VOLVO THROTTLE CONTROL JULY 2001-PURCHASED 1999 S70 WITH 22,600 MILES; CRUISE CONTROL QUIT, WARNING LIGHTS LIT, CAR BEGAN DECELERATING. DEALERSHIP SAID CHECK GAS CAP SECURELY-FITTING. AFTER RESTARTING, CRUISE CONTROL WORKED AND WARNING LIGHTS OFF. 30,000 MILE SERVICE- TOLD AGAIN TO CHECK GAS CAP WHENEVER CRUISE PROBLEM OCCURRED. AUGUST 2002-USING CRUISE CONTROL, ACCELERATION WITHOUT REASON. IMMEDIATELY, CRUISE CONTROL QUIT, CAR DECELERATED, WARNING LIGHTS ON. NORMAL FUNCTION WITH MANUAL ACCELERATION. BY THIS TIME, I HAD "LEARNED" TO RESTART CAR TO GET WARNING LIGHTS TO TURN OFF OR TO GET CRUISE CONTROL TO START WORKING. AT DESTINATION, CAR WOULDN'T RESTART. TOW TRUCK DRIVER JUMP-STARTED BATTERY. ETS WARNING LIGHT STILL ON. WROTE TO DEALERSHIP OCTOBER 28, 2003, REGARDING ETS WARNING LIGHT. AT 37,500 MILE CHECK-UP, I WAS TOLD CAR REQUIRED ONLY NORMAL SERVICING. WHEN I LEFT DEALERSHIP, ETS LIGHT NO LONGER ON. LATER CAR BEGAN IDLING ROUGHLY AND DIDN'T ACCELERATE AS SMOOTHLY. AFTER 37,500 MILE SERVICE, CAR OPERATED MORE AS EXPECTED. WITHIN WEEKS, AGAIN IDLING ROUGHLY AND NOT ACCELERATING PROPERLY AFTER TURNING CORNERS. DEC. 31, 2003 (38,695 MILES), VOLVO TOWED TO DEALERSHIP BECAUSE UNSAFE TO DRIVE. WHEN TURNING, CAR BARELY MOVED FORWARD. ALSO, MOTOR STALLING OUT DURING ACCELERATION AFTER TURNING. NOISE SOUNDED LIKE IT EMANATED FROM POWER STEERING. POWER STEERING RACK REPLACED. AFTER SERVICING, ENGINE'S ACCELERATION BETTER FOR FEW MONTHS. (DID DEALERSHIP CLEANED THROTTLE DURING SERVICE?) REST OF THIS SENT IN SEPARATE DESCRIPTION DUE TO SPACE LIMITATIONS. *JB.Mileage was 22600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D0X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SALISBURY, NC. Vehicle was purchased on 20010730. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO SAAB OF CHARLOTTE . DEALER'S CITY: CHARLOTTE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC.
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Report #10137311

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 22, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY . REGARDING VOLVO THROTTLE CONTROL JULY 2001-PURCHASED 1999 S70 WITH 22,600 MILES; CRUISE CONTROL QUIT, WARNING LIGHTS LIT, CAR BEGAN DECELERATING. DEALERSHIP SAID CHECK GAS CAP SECURELY-FITTING. AFTER RESTARTING, CRUISE CONTROL WORKED AND WARNING LIGHTS OFF. 30,000 MILE SERVICE- TOLD AGAIN TO CHECK GAS CAP WHENEVER CRUISE PROBLEM OCCURRED. AUGUST 2002-USING CRUISE CONTROL, ACCELERATION WITHOUT REASON. IMMEDIATELY, CRUISE CONTROL QUIT, CAR DECELERATED, WARNING LIGHTS ON. NORMAL FUNCTION WITH MANUAL ACCELERATION. BY THIS TIME, I HAD "LEARNED" TO RESTART CAR TO GET WARNING LIGHTS TO TURN OFF OR TO GET CRUISE CONTROL TO START WORKING. AT DESTINATION, CAR WOULDN'T RESTART. TOW TRUCK DRIVER JUMP-STARTED BATTERY. ETS WARNING LIGHT STILL ON. WROTE TO DEALERSHIP OCTOBER 28, 2003, REGARDING ETS WARNING LIGHT. AT 37,500 MILE CHECK-UP, I WAS TOLD CAR REQUIRED ONLY NORMAL SERVICING. WHEN I LEFT DEALERSHIP, ETS LIGHT NO LONGER ON. LATER CAR BEGAN IDLING ROUGHLY AND DIDN'T ACCELERATE AS SMOOTHLY. AFTER 37,500 MILE SERVICE, CAR OPERATED MORE AS EXPECTED. WITHIN WEEKS, AGAIN IDLING ROUGHLY AND NOT ACCELERATING PROPERLY AFTER TURNING CORNERS. DEC. 31, 2003 (38,695 MILES), VOLVO TOWED TO DEALERSHIP BECAUSE UNSAFE TO DRIVE. WHEN TURNING, CAR BARELY MOVED FORWARD. ALSO, MOTOR STALLING OUT DURING ACCELERATION AFTER TURNING. NOISE SOUNDED LIKE IT EMANATED FROM POWER STEERING. POWER STEERING RACK REPLACED. AFTER SERVICING, ENGINE'S ACCELERATION BETTER FOR FEW MONTHS. (DID DEALERSHIP CLEANED THROTTLE DURING SERVICE?) REST OF THIS SENT IN SEPARATE DESCRIPTION DUE TO SPACE LIMITATIONS. *JB.Mileage was 22600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D0X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SALISBURY, NC. Vehicle was purchased on 20010730. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO SAAB OF CHARLOTTE . DEALER'S CITY: CHARLOTTE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10137316

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 20, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . THIS IS THE SECOND SUBMISSION (PART TWO, ACTUALLY) OF COMPLAINT # 10137311, REGARDING VOLVO THROTTLE CONTROL MODULE AND CRUISE CONTROL. I HAD TO DIVIDE THE DESCRIPTION INTO TWO SECTIONS DUE TO SPACE LIMITATIONS. PART TWO OF ODI # 10137311: MAY 2004 (45,000 MILE SERVICE) -CAR IDLING ROUGHLY, NOT ACCELERATING SMOOTHLY, AND CLUNKING SOUND WHEN ACCELERATING. UPPER ENGINE TORQUE MOUNT. CLUNKING NOISE DISAPPEARED. CAR SEEMED TO ACCELERATE MORE NORMALLY AFTER SERVICING. SUMMER 2004- CAR CUTTING OFF WHEN ACCELERATING AFTER TURNING AND WARNING LIGHT(S) ON. CRUISE CONTROL CONTINUES CUTTING OFF, CAUSING DECELERATION; CAR CONTINUES TO IDLE ROUGHLY AND ACCELERATE UN-SMOOTHLY. WHEN IT IS TIME FOR ENGINE TO AUTOMATICALLY BE GIVEN A LITTLE MORE GAS (SUCH AS GOING UP A HILL), THE CRUISE CONTROL SHUTS OFF AND THE "ABS" LIGHT COMES ON. SOMETIMES "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT COMES ON, EITHER ALONE OR IN ADDITION TO THE ABS WARNING LIGHT. SEPTEMBER 20, 2005--WARRANTY EXPIRED--67,500 MILE SERVICE- AGAIN REPORTED CRUISE CONTROL/WARNING LIGHT PROBLEM TO DEALERSHIP,SUPPOSEDLY NEED NEW CONTROL MODULE, COSTING $1,000. PROBLEM WAS REPORTED REPEATEDLY WHILE CAR UNDER WARRANTY; DON'T REPAIR AT MY EXPENSE BECAUSE PROBLEM DEVELOPED WHILE UNDER WARRANTY. USING CELL PHONE WHILE CONVERSING WITH DEALERSHIP. WOMAN IN SAME STORE OVERHEARD CONVERSATION, TOLD ME OF SIMILAR PROBLEMS WITH SUDDEN DECELERATION, AND GAVE ME YOUR URL. [XXX]. VIN [XXX] (1999 S70) THROTTLE CONTROL NOT YET REPLACED. *JB UPDATED 07/18/2012 *JS INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) .Mileage was 22600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D0X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SALISBURY, NC. Vehicle was purchased on 20020730. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO SAAB OF CHARLOTTE . DEALER'S CITY: CHARLOTTE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 28227 .
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline Fuel Injection System Fuel Rail

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Fuel Injection System Fuel Rail Report #10137373

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 10, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL . SMELL OF GAS, CHECKED UNDER HOOD GAS LEAK AT FUEL RAIL, DEFECTIVE END CAP ON FUEL RAIL CAUSE OF LEAK REPLACED FUEL RAIL WITH NEW IMPROVED FUEL RAIL FROM DEALER,ORIGINAL FUEL RAIL DEFECTIVE COULD CAUSE FIRE. OLD PART IS AVAILABLE. *NM.Mileage was 82000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D4X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BOCA RATON, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 20050612. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10137454

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 21, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . DT: VEHICLE HESITATED AND STALLED, WOULD NOT GO FASTER THAN 10 MPH. IT HAPPENED ON SEPTEMBER 25, 2005. DEALER CLEANED THE THROTTLE TWICE, BUT ID DID NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 64000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D6X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MARYVILLE, TN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990601. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: CLAYTON VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 1-800-346-8762 . DEALER'S CITY: KNOXVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TN. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 37922 .
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System Ignition Module

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Ignition Module Report #10137584

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 22, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE . WE HAVE 1999 VOLVO GLT. DURING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE OUR MECHANIC NOTED THAT OUR ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULATOR (?) NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. HE SAID THAT HE HAS SEEN THIS PROBLEM ON MANY 1999-2001 VOLVOS. THE CLUE FOR HIM WAS THE IRREGULAR AND HIGH IDLE OF THE CAR. IT COST APPROXIMATELY $1000.00 TO REPAIR. THE CAR ONLY HAS 54K MILES. *JB.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56DXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BETHESDA, MD. Vehicle was purchased on 20000121. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: PRIVATE PURCHASE .
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Report #10139099

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 05, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY . ETS LIGHT CAME ON STALLING, RUNNING ROUGH ECT... DEALER INSTALLED NEW THROTTLE BODY (ELECTRONIC THROTTLE SYSTEM) COST TO CORRECT $1041.00. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 91100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D2X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in CHARLESTOWN, RI. Vehicle was purchased on 20050110. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. DEALER'S NAME: INSKIP . DEALER'S CITY: WARWICK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: RI.
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline Fuel Injection System

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Fuel Injection System Report #10139354

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 02, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM . SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. COMPUTER CHECK AT SHOP SPECIALIZING IN VOLVOS SHOWED THROTTLE BODY WAS DEFECTIVE. IT REQUIRED REPLACEMENT. OUR SERVICE SHOP ESTIMATES THEY HAVE HAD TO REPLACE APPROXIMATELY 75 OF THESE.*JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 89000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D3X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ANN ARBOR, MI. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990224. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: ANN ARBOR VOLVO .
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings Report #10139616

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS . MY THROTTLE IS DEFECTIVE ON MY 1999 VOLVO S70. THE CAR IDLES TOO LOW AND WILL DIE AT A STOP. MY MECHANIC INFORMED ME ONLY VOLVO CAN REPAIR THIS. *JB.Mileage was 119000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A5X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BRENTWOOD, TN. Vehicle was purchased on 20030501. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10139848

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 26, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . DT: THE CONTACT STATED THAT 1999 VOLVO S70 EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM WITH STALLING WHILE DRIVING UNDER 40 MPH. THE ENGINE LIGHT WAS COMING ON AND THE CAR WAS UNCONTROLLABLE. THE CAR WOULD SHAKE AND JERK, SPEED AHEAD AND SLOW DOWN. T THE CONTACT TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY REPLACED THE FUEL THROTTLE BODY, PUT IN NEW SPARK PLUGS, AND REPROGRAMMED THE COMPUTER. THE CAR HAS SINCE THEN RAN WELL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THIS HAPPENED A YEAR AGO. THE REPAIR COST FOR THE CONTACT WAS ALMOST $1,000.00. THE CONTACT HAS BEEN IN TOUCH WITH VOLVO DEALERSHIP, AND THEY TOLD HIM THAT THEY HAVE NOT HEARD ANYTHING ABOUT RECALL. THE VOLVO MANUFACTURER SAID THAT THERE WAS AN INVESTIGATION ON THE CAR, AND TO CALL THE NHTSA. THE CONTACT HAS ALSO FILED A COMPLAINT WITH VOLVO.*AK .Mileage was 105442 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A4X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in NEW CITY, NY. Vehicle was purchased on 20000423. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PALASIDES VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 845-358-2900 . DEALER'S CITY: WEST NYACK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 10994 .
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10139848

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 26, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . DT: THE CONTACT STATED THAT 1999 VOLVO S70 EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM WITH STALLING WHILE DRIVING UNDER 40 MPH. THE ENGINE LIGHT WAS COMING ON AND THE CAR WAS UNCONTROLLABLE. THE CAR WOULD SHAKE AND JERK, SPEED AHEAD AND SLOW DOWN. T THE CONTACT TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY REPLACED THE FUEL THROTTLE BODY, PUT IN NEW SPARK PLUGS, AND REPROGRAMMED THE COMPUTER. THE CAR HAS SINCE THEN RAN WELL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THIS HAPPENED A YEAR AGO. THE REPAIR COST FOR THE CONTACT WAS ALMOST $1,000.00. THE CONTACT HAS BEEN IN TOUCH WITH VOLVO DEALERSHIP, AND THEY TOLD HIM THAT THEY HAVE NOT HEARD ANYTHING ABOUT RECALL. THE VOLVO MANUFACTURER SAID THAT THERE WAS AN INVESTIGATION ON THE CAR, AND TO CALL THE NHTSA. THE CONTACT HAS ALSO FILED A COMPLAINT WITH VOLVO.*AK .Mileage was 105442 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A4X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in NEW CITY, NY. Vehicle was purchased on 20000423. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PALASIDES VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 845-358-2900 . DEALER'S CITY: WEST NYACK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 10994 .
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10139848

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 26, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . DT: THE CONTACT STATED THAT 1999 VOLVO S70 EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM WITH STALLING WHILE DRIVING UNDER 40 MPH. THE ENGINE LIGHT WAS COMING ON AND THE CAR WAS UNCONTROLLABLE. THE CAR WOULD SHAKE AND JERK, SPEED AHEAD AND SLOW DOWN. T THE CONTACT TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY REPLACED THE FUEL THROTTLE BODY, PUT IN NEW SPARK PLUGS, AND REPROGRAMMED THE COMPUTER. THE CAR HAS SINCE THEN RAN WELL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THIS HAPPENED A YEAR AGO. THE REPAIR COST FOR THE CONTACT WAS ALMOST $1,000.00. THE CONTACT HAS BEEN IN TOUCH WITH VOLVO DEALERSHIP, AND THEY TOLD HIM THAT THEY HAVE NOT HEARD ANYTHING ABOUT RECALL. THE VOLVO MANUFACTURER SAID THAT THERE WAS AN INVESTIGATION ON THE CAR, AND TO CALL THE NHTSA. THE CONTACT HAS ALSO FILED A COMPLAINT WITH VOLVO.*AK .Mileage was 105442 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A4X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in NEW CITY, NY. Vehicle was purchased on 20000423. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PALASIDES VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 845-358-2900 . DEALER'S CITY: WEST NYACK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 10994 .
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10140991

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 1901.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . CONSUMER HAS HAD PROBLEM WITH VEHICLE STALLING. THIS IS A PROBLEM WITH THE THROTTLE MODULE. *TS THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT EVENTUALLY THE VEHICLE WOULD SHUT DOWN. *JB.Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in VERONA, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10140828

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . DT: CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HIS WIFE WAS DRIVING THE SPEED DROPPED AND THE CAR LOST POWER. HIS WIFE TOLD HIM THAT A LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD BEFORE THE CAR LOST POWER. THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 20 MPH. THE DEALER REPLACED THE THROTTLE CONTROL MODULE. THIS REPAIRED THE PROBLEM TEMPORARILY. BUT AFTER 30,000 MILES,THE PROBLEM RECURRED. THE DEALER AGAIN REPLACED THE THROTTLE CONTROL MODULE.*AK .Mileage was 30000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D0X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in EAST ISLIP, NY. Vehicle was purchased on 20010101. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. DEALER'S NAME: UNKNOWN .
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10141132

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2003.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . DT: THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY LINKAGE MALFUNCTIONED. THE VEHICLE HAD A VERY POOR IDLE, AND THE ENGINE STALLED. THE ENGINE HAS NEVER COMPLETELY DIED. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER, WHO REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY. THIS CORRECTED THE PROBLEM FOR APPROXIMATELY 6-8 MONTHS. THIS PROBLEM RECURRED. THE REPAIRS HAS NOT BEEN MADE DUE TO THE EXPENSE. *AK UPDATED 11/29/2005 - *NM .Mileage was 54000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56DXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BEDFORD HEIGHTS, OH. Vehicle was purchased on 20010601. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: PRIVATE OWNER .
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10141212

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 14, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . SINCE OWNING THIS VEHICLE THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS ILLUMINATED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS AND FAULT CODES FOR THE ENGINE HAVE BEEN ENTERED. I EVEN HAD THE MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR REPLACED DURING ONE OF THESE EPISODES. BUT DURING THE PAST 7 MONTHS I'VE HAD ENGINE PROBLEMS THAT HAVE AFFECTED THE DRIVEABILITY OF THE VEHICLE. PERIODICALLY, AFTER THE ENGINE HAS BEEN RUNNING FOR 30+ MINUTES, THE VEHICLE WILL HAVE PROBLEMS IDLING (FEELS LIKE IT WILL STALL) AND THEN BLACK SMOKE WILL START EMITTING FROM THE EXHAUST. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DOES NOT COME ON DURING THIS PROCESS BUT ONLY WHEN THE CAR IS ONCE AGAIN RUNNING NORMAL. THIS PROBLEM IS AN INTERMITTENT ONE. THE VEHICLE WILL RUN FINE FOR 2 WEEKS AND THEN SUDDENLY THE PROBLEM WILL REAPPEAR. SINCE THIS PROBLEM BEGAN, I'VE HAD THE MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR REPLACED (TWICE--THREE TIMES IN TOTAL SINCE OWING THIS CAR), O2 SENSOR REPLACED (TWICE), CLEANING OF INTAKE AND THROTTLE PLATE, THROTTLE BODY REPLACED, UPGRADED SOFTWARE FOR THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL (ETC) AND SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT. NONE OF THESE HAVE FIXED THE PROBLEM. THE DEALERSHIP HAS HAD MY CAR FOR DAYS AT A TIME. THEY HAVE RECENTLY BEEN ABLE TO RECREATE THE PROBLEM BUT THE COMPUTER READINGS ARE NOT SHOWING ANY PROBLEMS WITH THE ENGINE COMPONENTS. MY CAR IS STILL AT THE DEALERSHIP AND THE PROBLEM STILL HAS NOT BEEN SOLVED. *JB.Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in PLEASANT RIDGE, MI. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. DEALER'S NAME: DWYER & SONS VOLVO .
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10142348

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 08, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . VEHICLE FAILS TO MAINTAIN IDLE. IT STARTS AND IMMEDITELY DIES. IT OCCASSIONALLY DIES WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY OR WHILE BREAKING AND PREPARING FOR A STOP...TYPICALLY WHEN MY FOOT ISN'T ON THE ACCELERATOR. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 106000 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in KNOXVILLE, TN. Vehicle was purchased on 20030401. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: CLAYTON VOLVO . DEALER'S CITY: KNOXVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TN. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 37922 .
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System Ignition Module

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Ignition Module Report #10142420

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 10, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE . FAILED ETM, THROTTLE BODY. NO ACCIDENTS OR INJURIES OCCURRED. DEALER SAID THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM, THAT THEY DO NOT KNOW WHY IT IS OCCURING. THE PART HAD TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $900. PART # 8644347. *JB.Mileage was 58000 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HERSHEY, PA. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: LEHMAN MOTORS VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 7175645410 . DEALER'S CITY: HARRISBURG . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 17111 .
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10142427

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 10, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . CAR IS STALLING WHILE DRIVING. ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY LIGHT COMES ON. APPROXIMATELY 80,000 MILES, HOWEVER THIS CAR HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING SAME PROBLEM ON AND OFF SINCE WE ACQUIRED IT AT 47,000 MILES. REPAIR SHOPS ARE TELLING US THAT THE REPLACEMENT COST IS BETWEEN $900 AND $1,200, HOWEVER AFTER READING UP ON THE SUBJECT THIS DOESN'T GUARANTEE THAT SUBSEQUENT REPLACEMENT PARTS WILL NOT HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. HAVE ASKED VOLVO FOR THEIR RECOMMENDATION AS TO HOW TO PROCEED. WANTED TO RECORD THIS IN YOUR DATABASE SINCE WE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM MENTIONED IN PE05041. *JB .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 47000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA. Vehicle was purchased on 20021101. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. DEALER'S NAME: ENTERPRISE CAR SALES . DEALER'S CITY: TORRANCE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 90503 .
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10142496

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 08, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . ETM OR ETS IN VOLVO S70, 1999 AND 2000 MAKES. ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE RESULTING IN SEVER FLUCTUATIONS OF ENGINE. COMMON IN ALL VOLVO 99 AND 00 YEARS. *NM.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 42000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D8X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MINNEAPOLIS, MN. Vehicle was purchased on 20051108. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 36 mph.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10142583

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 02, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE. ONCE AT 112000 AND THE OTHER AT 125000. THE SECOND TIME IT FAILED, I WAS PULLING INTO TRAFFIC AND THE CAR STARTED 'LURCHING' FORWARD. I PULLED OVER AND RESTARTED THE CAR TO FIX, BUT THE ETS LIGHT WAS ON. IT WAS FIXED UNDER VOLVO WARRANTY FROM THE FIRST TIME WHICH COST ME $1200. THIS IS ALSO A SAFETY ISSUE AS I WAS LUCKY THAT IT HAPPENED WHEN PULLING INTO TRAFFIC AND NOT MERGING ONTO HWY OR INTERSTATE. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 125000 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in COLUMBIA, SC. Vehicle was purchased on 20000106. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10143019

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . DT: THE CONTACT STATED THE ELECTRICAL THROTTLE MODULE ( ETM) FAILED. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT THE VEHICLE HESITATED WHILE DRIVING AT LOWER SPEEDS. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATING A PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER REPLACED THE ETM. THIS REPLACEMENT SEEMED TO HAVE CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. *AK .Mileage was 45000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D1X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in AUSTIN, TX. Vehicle was purchased on 20021001. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO OF AUSTIN . DEALER'S CITY: AUSTIN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TX.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10143169

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 16, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . IDLE TO SURGE DURING VEHICLE TESTING; SERVICE STATION CLEANED THROTTLE AND REPLACED GASKET. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D3X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SAN DIEGO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: SAN DIEGO VOLVO .
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10144887

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2004.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . 1999 VOLVO S70'S ETM (THROTTLE) HAD ACTED UP IN JUNE/JULY 2004, PAID AROUND $900 IN JULY 2004 TO HAVE IT FIXED. THE THROTTLE CAUSED THE CAR TO GO DEAD MULTIPLE TIMES & STRONGLY REV ITSELF OCCASIONALLY. THIS WOULD OCCUR WHEN SLOWING DOWN OR WHEN STOPPED. I WOULD OCCASIONALLY HAVE TO KEEP FOOT ON THE GAS TO KEEP THE CAR FROM GOING DEAD. ***NOW LESS THAN A YEAR AND A HALF AFTER HAVING THE PROBLEM "FIXED" (REPLACED UNIT) - THE PROBLEM IS BACK. THE CAR HAS GONE BACK TO SAME ISSUES. THIS PROBLEM DOES NOT OCCUR SLOWLY, FROM GOOD PERFORMANCE TO BAD, IT TOOK ONLY ONE WEEK FOR IT TO RECCUR. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 109141 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D4X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BIRMINGHAM, AL. Vehicle was purchased on 20020315. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Exterior Lighting Turn Signal Switch

VOLVO S70 1999 Exterior Lighting Turn Signal Switch Report #10145462

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 14, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH . DT: THE CONTACT STATED PRIOR TO PURCHASING THE VEHICLE THERE WAS NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 00V405000 CONCERNING THE TURN SIGNAL. THE RECALL REPAIR WORK WAS COMPLETED AND THE VEHICLE WORKED PROPERLY. THEN, SHE RECEIVED RECALL 04V504000 CONCERNING THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER FOR THE REPAIRS. WHEN SHE GOT THE VEHICLE HOME SHE TRIED TO TURN THE HEADLIGHTS ON AND NOTICED THEY DID NOT WORK. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND THEY REPAIRED THE HEADLIGHTS. THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED AGAIN FIVE DAYS LATER. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THAT THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED IN ORDER TO FIX THE HEADLIGHTS. SHE CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER, AND THEY AGREED WITH THE DEALERSHIP. THEY STATED NONE OF THE RECALLS INCLUDED THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH, AND SHE WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE CONTACT FELT THE HEADLIGHT FAILURE WAS RELATED TO ONE OF THE TWO PREVIOUS RECALLS. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X3. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in CONYERS, GA. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: UNKNOWN .
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VOLVO S70 Exterior Lighting Headlights Switch

VOLVO S70 1999 Exterior Lighting Headlights Switch Report #10145462

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 14, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH . DT: THE CONTACT STATED PRIOR TO PURCHASING THE VEHICLE THERE WAS NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 00V405000 CONCERNING THE TURN SIGNAL. THE RECALL REPAIR WORK WAS COMPLETED AND THE VEHICLE WORKED PROPERLY. THEN, SHE RECEIVED RECALL 04V504000 CONCERNING THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER FOR THE REPAIRS. WHEN SHE GOT THE VEHICLE HOME SHE TRIED TO TURN THE HEADLIGHTS ON AND NOTICED THEY DID NOT WORK. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND THEY REPAIRED THE HEADLIGHTS. THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED AGAIN FIVE DAYS LATER. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THAT THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED IN ORDER TO FIX THE HEADLIGHTS. SHE CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER, AND THEY AGREED WITH THE DEALERSHIP. THEY STATED NONE OF THE RECALLS INCLUDED THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH, AND SHE WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE CONTACT FELT THE HEADLIGHT FAILURE WAS RELATED TO ONE OF THE TWO PREVIOUS RECALLS. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X3. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in CONYERS, GA. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: UNKNOWN .
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VOLVO S70 Exterior Lighting Turn Signal

VOLVO S70 1999 Exterior Lighting Turn Signal Report #10145462

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 14, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL . DT: THE CONTACT STATED PRIOR TO PURCHASING THE VEHICLE THERE WAS NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 00V405000 CONCERNING THE TURN SIGNAL. THE RECALL REPAIR WORK WAS COMPLETED AND THE VEHICLE WORKED PROPERLY. THEN, SHE RECEIVED RECALL 04V504000 CONCERNING THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER FOR THE REPAIRS. WHEN SHE GOT THE VEHICLE HOME SHE TRIED TO TURN THE HEADLIGHTS ON AND NOTICED THEY DID NOT WORK. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND THEY REPAIRED THE HEADLIGHTS. THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED AGAIN FIVE DAYS LATER. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THAT THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED IN ORDER TO FIX THE HEADLIGHTS. SHE CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER, AND THEY AGREED WITH THE DEALERSHIP. THEY STATED NONE OF THE RECALLS INCLUDED THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH, AND SHE WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE CONTACT FELT THE HEADLIGHT FAILURE WAS RELATED TO ONE OF THE TWO PREVIOUS RECALLS. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X3. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in CONYERS, GA. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: UNKNOWN .
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10146186

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . I OWN A 99 VOLVO S70. THE ETS LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON REGULARLY. THE INFO IN THE OWNERS MANUAL JUST SAYS TO TURN THE CAR OFF AND THEN TURN IT ON AGAIN AND SEE IF THE LIGHT GOES AWAY. IT HAS IN THE PAST BUT IT'S COMING ON ALL THE TIME NOW. I LOOKED ON" EDMUNDS" TO SEE IF THERE WAS A RECALL.. AND THERE WAS NOTHING THERE.. BUT THEN I SAW A VOLVO OWNERS FORUM AND THERE WERE LOTS OF EMAILS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM. THEY SAID IT WAS PRETTY DANGEROUS BECAUSE YOUR THROTTLE JUST STOPS WORKING. WE COMMUTE TO BOSTON EVERYDAY ( MY HUSBAND DOES NOT GET OUT OF WORK UNTIL AFTER 10:00PM ).. AND IT'S VERY DANGEROUS AS IT IS.. BUT TO THINK ABOUT LOSING THE THROTTLE SCARES THE HECK OUT OF ME. I CAN'T IMAGINE THAT HAPPENING AT MIDNIGHT ON ROUTE 128. IT WOULD BE SUICIDE. I WAS UNABLE TO FIND RECALL.. BUT A MECHANIC AROUND HERE TOLD ME THE COST TO REPAIR IS ABOUT 850.00!L I HAVE AN APPOINTMENT AT A DEALER ON FRIDAY.. BUT IT WOULD SURE HELP TO KNOW IF THERE WAS RECALL. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP. *NM.Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MARSHFIELD, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20021123. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN .
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Emission Control Report #10147988

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 18, 2006.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL . MY 1999 VOLVO S70 HAS BEEN STALLING ON A DAILY BASIS FOR SOME TIME NOW. I STALL ON MY WAY TO WORK; A SEVEN MILE DRIVE. I HAVE TRIED TO GET IT IN FOR SERVICE AT A LOCAL VOLVO DEALERSHIP, BUT THEY ARE "BOOKED UP". I HAVE NO OTHER MEANS OF TRANSPORTATION BESIDE THIS DEATH TRAP. I PRAY ALL THE WAY TO WORK. TODAY IT REFUSED TO IDLE UP TO A NORMAL SPEED (35) AND STUCK SOMEWHERE AT 15, SO I COASTED IN UNTIL IT FINALLY STALLED IN THE PARKING LOT. THIS IS A DAILY OCCURRENCE. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 120000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in TOLEDO, OH. Vehicle was purchased on 20020805. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. DEALER'S NAME: ED SCHMIDT PONTIAC . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 4198744331 . DEALER'S CITY: PERRYSBURG . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 43551 .
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VOLVO S70 Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments

VOLVO S70 1999 Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments Report #10148869

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 01, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS . DRIVER'S SIDE VEHICLE DOOR HAS DEFECTIVE DOOR HINGES. MAKES A LOUD POPING NOISE WHEN OPENED AND CLOSED. TAKEN TO CAR DEALER, AND WAS TOLD NOT A WARRANTY ITEM. VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN UNDER UNSAFE CONDITION DUE TO FACTORY DEFECT.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A8X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SAN DIEGO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990126. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SAN DIEGO VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 858-279-9700 . DEALER'S CITY: SAN DIEGO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92111 .
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VOLVO S70 1999 Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments Report #10149394

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 03, 2006.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS . DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR IS COMING OFF THE HINGES. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE SEEN BY AN AUTO BODY SHOP TO BE WELDED. .Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A7X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in VENTURA, CA. Vehicle was purchased on 20020501. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: CALABASSAS VOLVO . DEALER'S CITY: CALABASSAS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10153989

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 29, 2006.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE CLUTCH DOES NOT ALWAYS ENGAGE AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES AND DECELERATES ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP, BUT THERE ARE NO CODES ON THE COMPUTER. .Mileage was 125070 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A1X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in GLASTONBURY, CT. Vehicle was purchased on 20051228. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: AUTO KING SALES . DEALER'S CITY: NORTH SALEM . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY.
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VOLVO S70 Power Train Clutch Assembly

VOLVO S70 1999 Power Train Clutch Assembly Report #10153989

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 29, 2006.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY . DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE CLUTCH DOES NOT ALWAYS ENGAGE AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES AND DECELERATES ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP, BUT THERE ARE NO CODES ON THE COMPUTER. .Mileage was 125070 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A1X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in GLASTONBURY, CT. Vehicle was purchased on 20051228. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: AUTO KING SALES . DEALER'S CITY: NORTH SALEM . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10156170

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 16, 2001.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . MY CAR IS A VOLVO S70 1999 2.5L NON-TURBO ENGINE. I STARTED EXPERIENCING UNEVEN ENGINE IDLE IN MAY OF 2001, AT FIRST I FEARED THAT MY ENGINE WOULD JUST DIE OUT. A FEW TIMES THE ENGINE REALLY DID JUST STOP WORKING AS I WAS SLOWING DOWN. I'VE HAD A VOLVO DEALER/SERVICE IN LONG ISLAND NY TAKE A LOOK AT THE PROBLEM AND THEY SIMPLY "CLEANED" THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE. THE CLEANING SOLUTION DID NOT LAST LONG AND AFTER A WEEK OR SO I STARTED NOTICING THE UNEVEN ENGINE IDLE AGAIN. AFTER HAVING THE ENGINE JUST GO KAPUT A FEW MORE TIMES, I TOOK THE CAR TO AN INDEPENDANT MECHANIC AND THEY PERFORMED A CLEANING BUT SAYS THAT MOST LIKELY I WILL HAVE TO REPLACE THE ETM. NOW IT IS 2006 AND OUR VOLVO IS LESS DRIVEN BUT STILL IN THE FAMILY. WE STILL EXPERIENCE THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH THE ENGINE. I AM GLAD TO HEAR THAT VOLVO OF AMERICA IS FINALLY STEPPING UP AND AT LEAST TRYING TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM BY EXTENDING THE WARRANTY. BUT THIS IS AN ISSUE THAT CAUSED ME AND MY FAMILY MANY SCARY MOMENTS AND PUT US IN DANGEROUS SITUATIONS. I HOPE POSTING MY COMPLAINT HERE TODAY WILL HELP OTHERS. *NM.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55AXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in JACKSON HEIGHTS, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990820. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments

VOLVO S70 1999 Structure Body Door Hinge And Attachments Report #10156506

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2006.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS . DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR MAKES LOUD POPPING NOISES WHEN OPENED, CLOSED. MIDDLE DOOR HINGE (LARGER ONES ABOVE AND BELOW; LOCATED JUST BELOW WIRING HARNESS) HAS BROKEN AWAY FROM FRAME OF CAR BODY BECAUSE OF FAULTY WELDING. ORIGINALLY, I THOUGHT NOISE WAS "SQUEAKY" DOOR HINGE AND LUBRICATED THE HINGE WITH SILICONE SPRAY. BUT WHEN THE NOISE GOT WORSE INSTEAD OF BETTER I TOOK A CLOSER LOOK AND FOUND THAT THE BODY FRAME HINGE HAS BROKEN AT THE POINT WHERE IT WAS WELDED. I HAVE NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE THIS IN 40-PLUS YEARS OF CAR OWNERSHIP. I HAVEN'T REPAIRED IT YET BUT ASSUME IT WILL HAVE TO BE REWELDED, BASED ON INFO I HAVE FOUND ON THE INTERNET POSTED BY OTHERS WITH SIMILAR PROBLEM WITH THIS MANUFACTURER. *NM.Mileage was 70000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55AXX1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ROSWELL, GA. Vehicle was purchased on 20030902. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10156951

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 07, 2006.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . I HAVE SOLD THIS CAR TO A NEIGHBOR, BUT HE IS AWAY FOR 8 MONTHS SO I HAVE BEEN DRIVING IT ONCE A WEEK ABOUT 30 MILES. IT HAS A LITTLE OVER 60,000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. TODAY I FILLED THE TANK AND SHORTLY AFTERWARDS THE THROTTLE CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON. THE CAR IMMEDIATELY BEGAN SURGING BETWEEN 1 AND 2,000 RPM AND WHEN I TRIED TO STOP THE CAR AT A STOP SIGN IT CONTINUED TO SURGE AND WITH GREAT DIFFICULTY I HALTED THE CAR. WHEN I ONCE AGAIN ACCELERATED THERE WAS LITTLE RESPONSE AND ABOUT 30 SECONDS LATER IT ACCELERATED AT A NORMAL RATE BUT THE SURGING CONTINUED. I PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND TURNED OFF THE IGNITION. WHEN I STARTED THE CAR IT INITIALLY REVVED TO 5,000 RPM BEFORE SETTLING DOWN. I WAS FEARFUL TO DRIVE THE CAR. I HAD SOMEONE PICK ME UP. I RETURNED TO THE CAR AN HOUR LATER AND EVERYTHING SEEMED FINE. I DROVE THE CAR HOME(ABOUT 8 MILES) AND PARKED IT FOR ABOUT AN HOUR. WHEN I WENT TO MOVE IT, THE CAR BEGAN TO SURGE AGAIN AFTER THE THROTTLE LIGHT CAME ON. I WILL CALL VOLVO TOMORROW, BUT THIS WAS A VERY FRIGHTENING EXPERIENCE. I BELIEVE I HAD A SIMILAR PROBLEM A FEW YEARS BACK AND THEY REPLACED THE THROTTLE CONTROL(I BELIEVE IT WAS A RECALL) *JB.Mileage was 60000 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HARTFIELD, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990909. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: HERB GORDON . DEALER'S CITY: SILVER SPRING . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MD.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10157354

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 1901.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . CONSUMER VOLVO V 70 STALLS WHILE IN TRAFFIC. *TS ***NAR*** THE VEHICLE ALSO SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND DECELERATED INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING. *NM [LETTER IN REPOSITORY THIS VOQ, X REF VOQ 10156335, SMCH].Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LW55A5X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in DALLAS, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10158578

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 22, 2006.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . I RECEIVED A NOTICE FROM VOLVO THAT THE ETM WARRANTY WOULD BE EXTENDED. THOUGHT LITTLE OF IT BECAUSE THE CAR WAS RUNNING FINE. A WEEK LATER, THE DASH INDICATOR LIGHT WENT ON , INDICATING THAT THE ETM NEEDED SERVICE. THE CAR WENT INTO "LIMP HOME " MODE AND WOULD SHAKE VIOLENTLY DURING IDLE AND AT OTHER TIMES. THE DEALER CLEANED THE MODULE (DID NOT REPLACE) AND THEN TOLD ME THAT THE CAR WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY, BUT THAT IT WAS NOT RELATED TO THE ETM. WHEN I WENT TO PICK UP THE VEHICLE, I NOTICED IT WAS RUNNING VERY ROUGH, THOUGH IT NEVER HAD BEFORE. THE DEALER DENIED ALL RESPONSIBILITY. *NM.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 93000 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LONG BEACH, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990528. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: POWER VOLVO CERRITOS .
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10175588

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 17, 2006.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . ON NOVEMBER 17, 2006 MY WIFE WAS BACKING HER 1999 VOLVO S70 OUT OF OUR DRIVEWAY. SHE STATED THAT THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED BACKWARDS, SHOT ACROSS THE STREET AND SLID INTO OUR NEIGHBOR'S LANDSCAPING/BUSHES ETC. SHE WAS ABLE TO TURN THE CAR SO THAT THE LEFT SIDE OF HER CAR SWIPED THE BUSHES AND HEDGES. RESULT--NO PERSONAL INJURIES, THANK GOODNESS. OVER $6000 IN DAMAGE TO THE CAR WHICH WAS TOWED TO PAUL'S VOLVO IN HAWTHORNE, NJ FROM WHICH IT WAS FORWARDED TO J&J AUTO BODY IN HALEDON NJ. *JB.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 63000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56DXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in WYCKOFF, NJ. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 20041113. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:AWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 2 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PAUL'S MOTORS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 973 427-5777 . DEALER'S CITY: HAWTHORNE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 07506 .
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings Report #10177165

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 27, 2006.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS . PURCHASED USED CAR 1 WEEK AGO. 87,000 MI. NO PROBLEMS, ETS LIGHT CAME ON. YELLOW LIGHT, NOT RED = NOT AN EMERGENCY. GOT HOME SAFELY, NO ODD BEHAVIOR, AND READ ABOUT IT IN MANUAL, WHICH SAID TO TAKE TO DEALERSHIP, VERY VAGUE DESCRIPTION. WENT TO START CAR, SMELLED GAS, ROUGH IDLING REVVING 1,000 RPMS WHILE PARKED - I WASN'T EVEN TOUCHING THE PEDAL, BLINKING HEADLIGHTS A.K.A INTERMITTENT POWER. IF THIS OCCURRED ON THE ROAD, I CANNOT PREDICT WHAT COULD HAVE HAPPENED. READ SAME COMPLAINTS ONLINE...EXPENSIVE TO REPLACE ETM UNIT, CONTINUED FAILURE, NO RECALL OR WARRANTY COVERAGE. I DO SEE A RECALL ON 11/14/2006 BUT I'M UNSURE IF THIS IS THE SAME PROBLEM. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 87000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SAVANNAH, GA. Vehicle was purchased on 20061217. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Service Brakes, Air

VOLVO S70 1999 Service Brakes, Air Report #10178802

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 16, 2006.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, AIR . TL* - THE CONTACT STATED SHE IS CONTINUOUSLY HAVING TO REPLACE THE BRAKES ON HER 1999 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT STATED SHE REPLACED THE LEFT AXLE BOOT AT 56,690 MILES. THE LEFT AND RIGHT AXLES WERE REPLACED AT 70,800 MILES. THE LEFT & RIGHT AXLES WERE REPLACED AT 70,850. THE CONTACT STATED FOUR CV JOINTS WERE REPLACED AND FOUR CV JOINT BOOTS WERE REPLACED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A REPAIR SHOP WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD 82,260 MILES AND WAS TOLD THE BOOTS WERE LEAKING AND THAT THEY SHOULD NOT BE LEAKING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A VOLVO DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE BOOTS WERE NOT LEAKING, BUT THAT THE VEHICLE NEEDED FRONT AND REAR PADS & ROTORS. THE CONTACT STATED SHE WAS TOLD THIS WHEN SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE NOT BECAUSE SHE WAS EXPERIENCING ANY FAILURES. THE CONTACT BELIEVES THERE IS A DEFECT BECAUSE SHE IS HAVING TO REPLACE THE BRAKES TOO OFTEN. THE CONTACT HAS REPAIR INVOICES. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 56690 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A1X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SANTA MONICA, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20020601. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: NEFTIN WESTLAKE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 805-497-9404 . DEALER'S CITY: THOUSAND OAKS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10180689

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2007.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HESITATED WHEN ACCELERATING. THE VEHICLE WAS A 1999 VOLVO S70, THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC ,AND HE INFORMED HER THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE THROTTLE BODY ,AND ADVISED THE CONTACT TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A VOLVO DEALER. THE VOLVO DEALER PERFORMED A COMPUTER DOWNLOAD. THE CONTACT STATED SHE CONTINUED TO EXPERIENCE HESITATION WHEN ACCELERATING. OCCASIONALLY. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD TURN ON. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER BECAUSE SHE DID NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER ADVISED HER THAT SHE NEEDED NEW SPARK PLUGS AND A NEW 02 SENSOR. THE ENGINE SIZE AND NUMBER OF CYLINDERS WERE UNKNOWN BY THE CONTACT. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THE PROBLEMWAS RELATED TO RECALL # 06V441000. *AK UPDATED 02/16/07. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 78814 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D8X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in YOUNGSTOWN, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990611. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph. DEALER'S NAME: JT MOTOR CARS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 330-369-1678 . DEALER'S CITY: WARREN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 44484 .
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10180689

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2007.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HESITATED WHEN ACCELERATING. THE VEHICLE WAS A 1999 VOLVO S70, THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC ,AND HE INFORMED HER THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE THROTTLE BODY ,AND ADVISED THE CONTACT TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A VOLVO DEALER. THE VOLVO DEALER PERFORMED A COMPUTER DOWNLOAD. THE CONTACT STATED SHE CONTINUED TO EXPERIENCE HESITATION WHEN ACCELERATING. OCCASIONALLY. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD TURN ON. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER BECAUSE SHE DID NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER ADVISED HER THAT SHE NEEDED NEW SPARK PLUGS AND A NEW 02 SENSOR. THE ENGINE SIZE AND NUMBER OF CYLINDERS WERE UNKNOWN BY THE CONTACT. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THE PROBLEMWAS RELATED TO RECALL # 06V441000. *AK UPDATED 02/16/07. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 78814 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D8X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in YOUNGSTOWN, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990611. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph. DEALER'S NAME: JT MOTOR CARS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 330-369-1678 . DEALER'S CITY: WARREN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 44484 .
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10182829

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 25, 2002.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . 1999 S70 VOLVO. DEC. 2002 REPLACED ETM WITH SOFTWARE UPGRADE DUE TO CAR GOING INTO LIMP MODES TWICE. JAN. 2007 RECALL NOTICE TO UPGRADE SOFTWARE ON 2ND ETM. ETM WARRANTY BY VOLVO WILL EXPIRE ON MY CAR NOV. 2008. I FEEL WARRANTY SHOULD BE LIFETIME SINCE ETM WILL CERTAINLY FAIL AGAIN AS PART WAS NOT REDESIGNED FROM ORIGINAL 1999 PART. *JB.Mileage was 36661 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A1X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in LONG BEACH, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990723. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CARLSEN VOLVO . DEALER'S CITY: PALO ALTO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10186708

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2000.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S-70 GLT. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO VIBRATE, THE ETS INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, AND THE ENGINE COMPLETELY SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT WAITED APPROXIMATELY FIVE MINUTES BEFORE THE VEHICLE RESTARTED, BUT IT STILL CONTINUED TO VIBRATE. THE CONSUMER STATES THIS EVENT OCCURRED 3-4 TIMES IN AUGUST 2005. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER, WHO STATED THE ETS MODULE SHOULD BE REPLACED. APPROXIMATELY SEVEN YEARS LATER THE VEHICLE HAD THE SAME FAILURE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE SOFTWARE MODULE NEEDED TO BE UPDATED. THE VEHICLE REMAINS AT THE DEALER. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE 70,000.*AK UPDATE 4/30/07 *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 70000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D6X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in CARY, NC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990801. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BURLINGTON VOLVO .
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10189517

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 26, 2006.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT RECEIVED RECALL # 06V441000 CONCERNING VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ON DECEMBER 28, 2006. THE DEALER WOULD NOT HONOR THE RECALL UNTIL SOMEONE COULD AUTHORIZE THE PAYMENT. THE VEHICLE DID NOT HAVE ANY FAILURES. THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS 88,000, AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.*AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE DEALER IN BEND, OREGON WILL NOT SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR RECALL DUE TO THE FACT THE MANUFACTURER IS REFUSING TO PAY THEM. UPDATED 06/14/07 *TR .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D5X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BEND, OR. Vehicle was purchased on 20000801. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: STATICOY AUTOMOTIVE . DEALER'S CITY: LOS ANGELES . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10197832

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 18, 2007.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND STALLED, BUT NEVER COMPLETELY SHUT OFF. THE FAILURE OCCURS DURING ACCELERATION AND WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE. NO OTHER SYSTEMS OF THE VEHICLE WERE AFFECTED AND NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE. THE VIN AND DEALER INFORMATION WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 104,736 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 104,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 104000 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SCOTTS VALLEY, CA. Vehicle was purchased on 20050305. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: UNKNOWN .
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VOLVO S70 Air Bags

VOLVO S70 1999 Air Bags Report #10202549

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 07, 2007.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . IN A HIGH SPEED HEAD-ON COLLISION WITH A TREE (TREES), WITH ONLY A DRIVER OCCUPANT IN THE CAR, THE PASSENGER AIRBAG DEPLOYED BUT THE DRIVER AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. I AM SUBMITTING THIS COMPLAINT FOR MY MOTHER, WHO WAS THE SOLE OCCUPANT AND DRIVER OF THE CAR. AS A RESULT OF THE INJURIES SUSTAINED IN THE CRASH, MY MOTHER HAS SUFFERED FROM IMPAIRED SHORT-TERM MEMORY. *TR.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A3X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SAN FRANCISCO, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10203702

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 09, 2007.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . ON SEPTEMBER 9, 2007 THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING HER 1999 VOLVO S70 SOUTH ON ROUTE 15 IN PENNSYLVANIA. I WAS IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. THE DRIVER TURNED RIGHT INTO A SHORT ACCESS DRIVE TO A RESTAURANT. THE DRIVER THEN TURNED RIGHT INTO THE PARKING LOT, SLOWED FURTHER, DRIVING ABOUT 40 FEET, AND TURNED LEFT INTO A PARKING SPACE DIRECTLY PERPENDICULAR TO THE STORE?S FRONT ENTRANCE. SHE HAD COME TO A SLOW AND ALMOST COMPLETE STOP WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY AND UNCONTROLLABLY LURCHED FORWARD, OVER THE PARKING BLOCK. THE CAR THEN LURCHED FORWARD FURTHER, ON THE PARKING LOT SURFACE, UP AND OVER THE PARKING LOT CURB TO THE STORE LEVEL AND CRASHED INTO THE STORE?S VESTIBULE. THE CAR HIT A SUPPORT BEAM, AND BADLY DAMAGED THE STORE?S ENTRANCE. THE DRIVER PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE. IT LURCHED UNCONTROLLABLY BACKWARD AT A FAST RATE OF SPEED THROUGH THE PARKING LOT AND UP AND OVER A CONCRETE APRON DIRECTLY BEHIND HER PARKING SPACE. IT THEN SWERVED WILDLY IN REVERSE ALONG AND AGAINST THE PARKING LOT CURB THAT PARALLELED ROUTE 15. THE CAR VIOLENTLY HIT A PERPENDICULAR CURB, SWERVED AND STOPPED AS THE FRONT WHEEL ON THE PASSENGER?S SIDE CRASHED INTO THE CURB. THE IMPACT BROKE THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL FROM ITS AXLE. WE REMOVED OUR SEAT BELTS AND IMMEDIATELY GOT OUT OF THE CAR. THE AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. THE DRIVER AND I BOTH HAD BEEN SHAKEN BADLY IN THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR AS IT HIT THE PARKING BLOCKS, CONCRETE APRON, AND CURBS. THIS LUNGING INCIDENT SEEMS TO HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY THE RECOGNIZED FAILURE OF THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE OF THE CAR. WITNESSES SAID THAT THE CAR WAS TRAVELING UNCONTROLLABLY AT ABOUT 40 MILES PER HOUR THROUGH THE PARKING LOT AS THOUGH THE CAR?S ACCELERATOR WERE STUCK. PENNSYLVANIA STATE POLICE MADE AN INCIDENT REPORT. VOLVO INSPECTED THE CAR CLAIMING NOTHING MECHANICAL CAUSED THE INCIDENT. *JB .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A7X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MANASSAS, VA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000101. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 1 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DON BEYER VOLVO .
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VOLVO S70 Air Bags

VOLVO S70 1999 Air Bags Report #10222036

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 21, 2008.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . I WAS IN A COLLISION THAT CAUSED SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO MY CAR. THE AIR BAG(S) DID NOT DEPLOY. I WONDER IF THE AIR BAG HAD DEPLOYED IF IT WOULD HAVE PREVENTED MY HEAD FROM GOING FORWARD. *TR.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 2 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 105000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D4X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in AUSTIN, TX. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Seat Belts Front Buckle Assembly

VOLVO S70 1999 Seat Belts Front Buckle Assembly Report #10223261

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 01, 2008.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT HAS A METAL PIECE INSIDE THE BUCKLE THAT FAILED. THE FAILURE PREVENTS THE SEAT BELT FROM FASTENING. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO ASSIST. THE VIN, ENGINE SIZE, AND NUMBER OF CYLINDERS WERE UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 99,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 99000 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in WESTMINSTER, MD. Vehicle was purchased on 20060905. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PRIVATE OWNER .
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Report #10231286

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 09, 2008.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . AT APPROXIMATELY 206,000 MILES MY CAR WOULDN'T DRIVE OVER 40 MPH, THE ENGINE WOULD REV UP ON ITS OWN AND SPUTTERED THROUGHOUT THE REDUCED RPM RANGE. RPMS WOULD NOT GO OVER ABOUT 3500. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. DROVE IT TO VOLVO DEALER AND THEY REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY AT AN OUT OF POCKET COST TO ME OF APPROXIMATELY $1,000. THEY STATED THAT IT WOULD HAVE BEEN COVERED UP TO 200,000 MILES AS THIS PART HAD A RECALL. I DO NOT FEEL THAT I WAS ADEQUATELY NOTIFIED OF THE RECALL. I RECEIVED A LETTER ABOUT A RECALL LAST YEAR AND CALLED THE DEALER TO ASK WHAT IT ALL MEANT SINCE I DID NOT UNDERSTAND IT. THE DEALER SAID IT WAS JUST A SOFTWARE UPGRADE AND WOULD ONLY TAKE ABOUT FIVE MINUTES. I TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR THAT SOFTWARE UPGRADE IN MARCH OF 2007 WITH LESS THAN 200,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE AND THEY DID NOT SAY ANYTHING ABOUT THE ETM / THROTTLE BODY ISSUE. IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN REPLACED AT THAT TIME. *TR.Mileage was 206000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A2X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in WEATHERFORD, OK. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10231286

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 09, 2008.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . AT APPROXIMATELY 206,000 MILES MY CAR WOULDN'T DRIVE OVER 40 MPH, THE ENGINE WOULD REV UP ON ITS OWN AND SPUTTERED THROUGHOUT THE REDUCED RPM RANGE. RPMS WOULD NOT GO OVER ABOUT 3500. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. DROVE IT TO VOLVO DEALER AND THEY REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY AT AN OUT OF POCKET COST TO ME OF APPROXIMATELY $1,000. THEY STATED THAT IT WOULD HAVE BEEN COVERED UP TO 200,000 MILES AS THIS PART HAD A RECALL. I DO NOT FEEL THAT I WAS ADEQUATELY NOTIFIED OF THE RECALL. I RECEIVED A LETTER ABOUT A RECALL LAST YEAR AND CALLED THE DEALER TO ASK WHAT IT ALL MEANT SINCE I DID NOT UNDERSTAND IT. THE DEALER SAID IT WAS JUST A SOFTWARE UPGRADE AND WOULD ONLY TAKE ABOUT FIVE MINUTES. I TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR THAT SOFTWARE UPGRADE IN MARCH OF 2007 WITH LESS THAN 200,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE AND THEY DID NOT SAY ANYTHING ABOUT THE ETM / THROTTLE BODY ISSUE. IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN REPLACED AT THAT TIME. *TR.Mileage was 206000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A2X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in WEATHERFORD, OK. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Latches/locks/linkages

VOLVO S70 1999 Latches/locks/linkages Report #10231325

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 16, 2008.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . YESTERDAY I PARKED MY 1999 VOLVO IN A STORE PARKING LOT, AND WHEN I PULLED THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR HANDLE TO OPEN THE DOOR IT DID NOT WORK. I WAS ALSO UNABLE TO OPEN THE DOOR MANUALLY WITH A KEY. WHILE THIS DID NOT RESULT IN A DEATH, IT IS CERTAINLY A SAFETY ISSUE AND COULD POTENTIALLY HAVE BEEN VERY SERIOUS. IT COST ME OVER $500 TO HAVE THE LOCK FIXED; IN RESPONSE TO MY HUSBAND'S QUESTION AS TO WHAT PRECISELY CAUSED THE PROBLEM, THE AUTOMOTIVE TECH'S EXPLANATION WAS "LOCK FAILURE." I CALLED VOLVO TO REGISTER A COMPLAINT, AND WAS DISMISSED WITH "THE CAR IS OUT OF WARRANTY AND IT ISN'T VOLVO'S RESPONSIBILITY." I CONTEND THAT UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD SOMEONE BE UNABLE TO EXIT A VEHICLE DUE TO "LOCK" FAILURE. IF ELECTRONICS FAIL, THE DOOR SHOULD BE ABLE TO BE OPENED MANUALLY WITH A KEY. HAD A FIRE OR ACCIDENT OCCURRED AND I NEEDED TO EXIT THE VEHICLE QUICKLY, I WOULD HAVE BEEN TRAPPED. THIS IS UNCONSCIONABLE. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 102000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A3X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in GREER, SC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10235906

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 26, 2008.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . I WAS DRIVING NORMALLY ON A PARKWAY IN WASH DC. SUDDENLY THE ENGINE LOST POWER AND WOULD NOT GO MORE THAN 10 MPH. I "LIMPED" TO A GAS STATION AND TURNED OFF THE ENGINE, INSPECTED FOR LOOSE WIRES, OR OTHER OBSERVABLE DEFECTS. WHEN I STARTED THE CAR AGAIN THE ETS LIGHT WAS ON AND STAYED ON. NOW THE CAR RUNS ERRATICALLY LURCHING FORWARD OR SPUTTERING OR JUST PLAIN LOSING POWER AT RANDOM. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 209600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D8X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, DC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Report #10235906

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 26, 2008.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . I WAS DRIVING NORMALLY ON A PARKWAY IN WASH DC. SUDDENLY THE ENGINE LOST POWER AND WOULD NOT GO MORE THAN 10 MPH. I "LIMPED" TO A GAS STATION AND TURNED OFF THE ENGINE, INSPECTED FOR LOOSE WIRES, OR OTHER OBSERVABLE DEFECTS. WHEN I STARTED THE CAR AGAIN THE ETS LIGHT WAS ON AND STAYED ON. NOW THE CAR RUNS ERRATICALLY LURCHING FORWARD OR SPUTTERING OR JUST PLAIN LOSING POWER AT RANDOM. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 209600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D8X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, DC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10253105

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 28, 2008.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . THERE IS AN ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE TAIL-LIGHTS AND INTERIOR PANEL. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D3X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HIGHLAND PARK, NJ. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Exterior Lighting

VOLVO S70 1999 Exterior Lighting Report #10253105

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 28, 2008.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . THERE IS AN ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE TAIL-LIGHTS AND INTERIOR PANEL. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D3X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HIGHLAND PARK, NJ. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Other

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Other Report #10266730

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 20, 2009.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER . ETM ISSUE CAR STOPPED ACCELERATING ENDED UP HAVING TO PULL OFF THE ROAD. ETM MAY ACT NORMAL OR GO INTO LIMP HOME MODE AT ANY MOMENT SOMETIMES YOU CAN DRIVE ALL DAY N PROBLEMS OTHER DAYS YOU CAN'T GO ANYWHERE. WHEN AFFECTED RPMS WILL NOT EXCEED 2500 AND TOP SPEED SEEMS TO BE ABOUT 20 MPH. *TR.Mileage was 184000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D9X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BRISTOL, VT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Other Report #10267445

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 25, 2009.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER . WE OWN A 1999 VOLVO S70. WHILE DRIVING THE CAR IT STARTED TO SURGE WHILE AT A STOP WITHOUT AND FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL AT ALL. WHILE TRYING TO PULL OUT FROM A STOP SIGN THE CAR HAD A MIND OF ITS OWN. IT DID WHAT IT WANTED TOO WITHOUT MY CONTROLLING IT. THE GAS PEDAL WENT UP AND DOWN ALL BY ITSELF. THE CAR THEN STALLED AND WOULD NOT START AND RUN. A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND A ETS LIGHT CAME ON. LUCKY WE WHERE NOT ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY AND WHERE ABLE TO PULL OVER. WE HAD TO GET A TOW TRUCK TO BRING IT HOME. I CALLED A VOLVO DEALER IN OUR AREA. AFTER SOME RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET I FIND OUT THIS WAS A PROBLEM IN ALL 99 TO 2001 VOLVO'S. A RECALL HAD BEEN ISSUED FOR THIS PROBLEM. THE VOLVO DEALER WILL ONLY UPGRADE A SOFTWARE ISSUE. IF THE PART { ETM} FAILS THEY WILL NOT REPLACE IT. WE NEVER HAD A CAR THAT THE GAS PEDAL IS CONTROLLED BY THIS SYSTEM. AFTER GETTING OUT CAR BACK FROM THE DEALER THE SAME DAY IT DID IT AGAIN. WE TOOK THE CAR BACK AND EVEN THOUGH THE CAR MEETS THE RECALL REQUIREMENTS THEY WILL NOT REPLACE IT THE ETM. NOW WE HAVE A CAR THAT IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. IF THIS HAD HAPPENED ON A INTERSTATE WE COULD HAVE BEEN REARENDED OR RAN INTO SOMEONE ELSE. PLEASE HELP. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 124000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D8X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HARRISBURG, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10267445

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 25, 2009.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . WE OWN A 1999 VOLVO S70. WHILE DRIVING THE CAR IT STARTED TO SURGE WHILE AT A STOP WITHOUT AND FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL AT ALL. WHILE TRYING TO PULL OUT FROM A STOP SIGN THE CAR HAD A MIND OF ITS OWN. IT DID WHAT IT WANTED TOO WITHOUT MY CONTROLLING IT. THE GAS PEDAL WENT UP AND DOWN ALL BY ITSELF. THE CAR THEN STALLED AND WOULD NOT START AND RUN. A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND A ETS LIGHT CAME ON. LUCKY WE WHERE NOT ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY AND WHERE ABLE TO PULL OVER. WE HAD TO GET A TOW TRUCK TO BRING IT HOME. I CALLED A VOLVO DEALER IN OUR AREA. AFTER SOME RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET I FIND OUT THIS WAS A PROBLEM IN ALL 99 TO 2001 VOLVO'S. A RECALL HAD BEEN ISSUED FOR THIS PROBLEM. THE VOLVO DEALER WILL ONLY UPGRADE A SOFTWARE ISSUE. IF THE PART { ETM} FAILS THEY WILL NOT REPLACE IT. WE NEVER HAD A CAR THAT THE GAS PEDAL IS CONTROLLED BY THIS SYSTEM. AFTER GETTING OUT CAR BACK FROM THE DEALER THE SAME DAY IT DID IT AGAIN. WE TOOK THE CAR BACK AND EVEN THOUGH THE CAR MEETS THE RECALL REQUIREMENTS THEY WILL NOT REPLACE IT THE ETM. NOW WE HAVE A CAR THAT IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. IF THIS HAD HAPPENED ON A INTERSTATE WE COULD HAVE BEEN REARENDED OR RAN INTO SOMEONE ELSE. PLEASE HELP. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 124000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D8X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HARRISBURG, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Structure Body

VOLVO S70 1999 Structure Body Report #10273835

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 15, 2009.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . DRIVER'S DOOR HAD BAD POPPING SOUND. IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE VOLVO S70 DOOR NOISE WAS TYPICAL, AND ALWAYS DUE TO FAILURE OF HINGE WELDING. DEALER SAID TAKE IT TO AUTO BODY REPAIR. BODY REPAIR SHOP INDICATED HE PERFORMED THIS TYPE OF JOB THOUSANDS OF TIMES. COST: $250. *TR.Mileage was 55000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A6X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ANCHORAGE, AK. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10274313

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2001.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. IN 2001, THE SPEEDOMETER FAILED AND DISPLAYED ZERO WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING 10 MPH. EVENTUALLY, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHUT OFF IN TRAFFIC AND WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 60-65 MPH. THE DEALER REPLACED THE SENSORS SEVERAL TIMES. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A REPAIR SHOP AND THE SENSORS WERE REPLACED AGAIN. SHE WAS UNSURE ABOUT THE NAME OF THE SENSOR; HOWEVER, THE FAILURES CONTINUED AND THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE RESTARTED. RECENTLY, IN JUNE OF 2009, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THEY STATED THAT THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE FAILED AND THE BATTERY CABLE WAS CORRODED. THE REPAIR COST WAS ESTIMATED AT $1,021. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 79,842 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 189,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 79842 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D5X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in JACKSONVILLE, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10274313

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2001.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. IN 2001, THE SPEEDOMETER FAILED AND DISPLAYED ZERO WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING 10 MPH. EVENTUALLY, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHUT OFF IN TRAFFIC AND WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 60-65 MPH. THE DEALER REPLACED THE SENSORS SEVERAL TIMES. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A REPAIR SHOP AND THE SENSORS WERE REPLACED AGAIN. SHE WAS UNSURE ABOUT THE NAME OF THE SENSOR; HOWEVER, THE FAILURES CONTINUED AND THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE RESTARTED. RECENTLY, IN JUNE OF 2009, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THEY STATED THAT THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE FAILED AND THE BATTERY CABLE WAS CORRODED. THE REPAIR COST WAS ESTIMATED AT $1,021. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 79,842 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 189,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 79842 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D5X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in JACKSONVILLE, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10274761

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 19, 2009.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . I PURCHASED A 1999 S70 VOLVO IN MARCH OF 1999 I WAS TOLD THAT I WOULD GET THE SAME WARRANTY AS A NEW CAR. THE DEALER HAD PUT 5000 MILES ON THE CAR. AFTER THE CAR WAS APPROX. 4 YRS OLD IT STARTED TO LOOSE POWER THE SPEED WOULD DROP TO ZERO THE CAR WOULD REDUCE SPEED. IN 2006 IT STARTED TO SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING. EACH TIME I HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER NEVER SPOKE TO ME REF THE ETM. THEY WOULD DIAG. SOME OTHER PROBLEM. THEY REPAIRED IT ON OCT. 8, 2008, IT SHUT DOWN AGAIN IN NOV 2008, I TOOK IT BACK AND WAS TOLD THAT THE CAR WAS FINE. THE CAR SHUT DOWN AGAIN JUNE 19, 2009. NOW I AM TOLD THAT IT IS THE ETM. O'STEEN VOLVO WILL NOT HONOR THE WARRANTY. *TR.Mileage was 79842 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D5X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in JACKSONVILLE, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Structure Body

VOLVO S70 1999 Structure Body Report #10279166

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 20, 2009.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . FAILURE OF WELD OF LEFT FRONT (DRIVER) DOOR CHECK - SEPARATED FROM FRAME OF CAR. SECOND OCCURRENCE IN 9 YEARS *TR.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A7X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SWARTHMORE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Exhaust System Report #10282388

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 10, 2009.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM . MY 1999 VOLVO S-70 RECEIVED SOFTWARE UPGRADE CODE #155 IN 2006 SUBJECT TO RECALL AND IN AUGUST 2009 STARTED TO EXPERIENCE RANDOM THROTTLE SURGING AND LOSS OF POWER ,ESPECIALLY ON HIGHWAY DRIVING CONDITIONS(I-95), MAKING VEHICLE UNSAFE TO OPERATE,ALONG WITH INTERMITTENT ETS LIGHT COMING ON. I AM NOW TOLD BY DEALER THAT CAUSE IS DUE TO FAILURE OF ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE & NOT COVERED BY 10 YEAR OR 200,000 MILE WARRANTY AS "IN-SERVICE" DATE ON MY VEHICLE WAS FEB. 2009 AND THEREFORE PAST 10 YEAR WARRANTY PERIOD. HAVING RESEARCHED YOUR DATA BASE INVOLVING SAFETY ISSUES & ACCIDENTS CAUSED DIRECTLY FROM THIS TYPE OF PART FAILURE, I AM AT A LOSS AS TO WHY A FULL RECALL HAS NOT BEEN ISSUED BY VOLVO TO REPLACE ALL ETM'S ON THESE MODEL VEHICLES. I AM NOW OUT-OF-POCKET $1200.00 FOR SOMETHING THAT VOLVO HAS NEGLECTED TO FIX. STATISTICALLY, IT APPEARS THAT MORE OF THESE ETM'S WILL FAIL OUTSIDE OF THE VOLVO WARRANTY PERIOD..Mileage was 113000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56DXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in GUILFORD, CT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10284011

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 08, 2009.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . MY 1999 S70 WITH APPROXIMATELY 92,000 HAS THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: - SOMETIMES THE ENGINES START SHAKING? - HARD TO BRAKE - NO POWER EVEN IF YOU PEDAL IS AT THE MAX - CRUISE CONTROL STOP WORKING MY CAR HAS A MALFUNCTION WITH THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE AND I HAVE BEEN TO THE DEAL TO GET THE SOFTWARE UPGRADE. SINCE THE UPGRADE MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY FRONT 02 SENSOR. NOW THE CAR IS UNDRIVEABLE BECAUSE IT WILL NOT GO MORE THAN 20MPH WITH THE GAS PEDAL FLOORED. VOLVO WILL NOT REPAIR THIS KNOW ISSUE BECAUSE THE CAR IS 10 1/2 YEARS OLD. THEY STATE IF THE CAR WAS LESS THAN 10YEARS OLD OR UNDER 200K IN MILEAGE THEY WOULD REPAIR IT. THIS IS NOT FAIR. THEY COULD HAVE REPLACED THIS ETM WHEN I CAME FOR THE SOFTWARE UPGRADE BUT THEY DID NOT. *TR.Mileage was 91500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55AXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MAPLEWOOD, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Power Train

VOLVO S70 1999 Power Train Report #10284011

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 08, 2009.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . MY 1999 S70 WITH APPROXIMATELY 92,000 HAS THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: - SOMETIMES THE ENGINES START SHAKING? - HARD TO BRAKE - NO POWER EVEN IF YOU PEDAL IS AT THE MAX - CRUISE CONTROL STOP WORKING MY CAR HAS A MALFUNCTION WITH THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE AND I HAVE BEEN TO THE DEAL TO GET THE SOFTWARE UPGRADE. SINCE THE UPGRADE MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY FRONT 02 SENSOR. NOW THE CAR IS UNDRIVEABLE BECAUSE IT WILL NOT GO MORE THAN 20MPH WITH THE GAS PEDAL FLOORED. VOLVO WILL NOT REPAIR THIS KNOW ISSUE BECAUSE THE CAR IS 10 1/2 YEARS OLD. THEY STATE IF THE CAR WAS LESS THAN 10YEARS OLD OR UNDER 200K IN MILEAGE THEY WOULD REPAIR IT. THIS IS NOT FAIR. THEY COULD HAVE REPLACED THIS ETM WHEN I CAME FOR THE SOFTWARE UPGRADE BUT THEY DID NOT. *TR.Mileage was 91500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55AXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MAPLEWOOD, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10284152

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 07, 2009.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT INTERMITTENTLY THE ENGINE AND THE CSR WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL; THEN THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR FACILITY AND A MECHANIC REPLACED THE AIR MASS METER. AFTER THE REPAIR, THE FAILURE RESURFACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER, IN WHICH THE TECHNICIAN CHARGED $1065.00 FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING; HOWEVER, THE TECHNICIAN WAS NOT ABLE TO IDENTIFY THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE HAS NOT BEEN REMEDIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 157000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 158000..Mileage was 157000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D6X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SUNVALLEY, NV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10286553

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 2009.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . THE SOFTWARE IN MY 1999 VOLVO S70 HAS FAILED, WHICH HAS RESULTED IN AN UNSAFE CONDITION. THE CAR SURGES, BRAKING IS IMPACTED, IT RUNS IRREGULARLY. THIS IS A CONTINUOUS PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM WAS CAUSED WHEN THE DEALER INSTALLED NEW SOFTWARE IN A RECALL CAMPAIGN. NOW, THE DEALER DISAVOWS ANY ISSUE, CLAIMING THIS WAS A COINCIDENCE THAT THE SOFTWARE FAILED. I HAVE CONTACTED VOLVO WITH NO RESOLUTION. *TR.Mileage was 140000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D2X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10297239

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 28, 2009.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . I OWN A 1999 VOLVO S70 T5. IT STALLS UNEXPECTEDLY AND AT TIMES WONT EVEN START. THIS IS VERY INCONVENIENT, ESPECIALLY WHEN YOU HAVE IMPORTANT THINGS TO DO. I HAVE SPENT SEVERAL THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS TRYING TO HAVE THIS PROBLEM REPAIRED. WHENEVER I BRING IT IN THE PROBLEM IS NEVER DIAGNOSED AND I GET STUCK WITH SOME OTHER PROBLEM THEY THINK COULD BE THE PROBLEM. I WOULD ALWAYS END UP WITH THE SAME PROBLEM, CAR STALLS OUT COMPLETELY AND AT TIMES WONT EVEN START. HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! *TR.Mileage was 131000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D2X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HOUSTON, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10306423

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 20, 2009.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . IN MID-DECEMBER THE CAR STARTED BUT RAN ROUGH AND LACKED POWER. PREVIOUS TO THAT IT RAN FINE; SINCE THEN IT HAS HAD VARIOUS INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS RELATED TO ACCELERATION. SOMETIMES THE ENGINE RUNS ROUGH AND LACKS POWER. OTHER TIMES THE ENGINE RUNS FINE BUT THE CAR DOES NOT RESPOND TO ACCELERATOR INPUT TO INCREASE SPEED. SOMETIMES THE CAR STUMBLES BUT ACCELERATES ADEQUATELY. MORE OFTEN THE CAR WILL ACCELERATE TO ABOUT 20 MPH AND NOT INCREASE SPEED BEYOND THAT IRRESPECTIVE OF ACCELERATOR PEDAL PRESSURE. AFTER A FEW SECONDS THE CAR WILL SUDDENLY ACCELERATE NORMALLY. REPLACING THE THROTTLE BODY MODULE CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. THIS PART IS SUBJECT TO A NHTSA AGREEMENT WITH VOLVO THAT REQUIRES VOLVO TO REPLACE THE UNIT FREE BUT THE DEALER REFUSED TO DO THAT AND CHARGED ME FOR THE REPAIR. *TR.Mileage was 109000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A7X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ELMHURST, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10314854

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 26, 2008.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . ONGOING PROBLEMS SINCE AUGUST 2008: ENGINE STALLS, DECELERATES, WON'T START, SOMETIMES ENGINE SURGES BADLY, ENGINE LIGHTS GO ON, THROTTLE GETS DIRTY EVEN WITH NEW PART ETM PROBLEMS ARE OCCURRING AND NOW VEHICLE WILL NOT START OR DRIVE AT ALL. *TR.Mileage was 106472 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A3X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in PLEASANT HILL, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10314854

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 26, 2008.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . ONGOING PROBLEMS SINCE AUGUST 2008: ENGINE STALLS, DECELERATES, WON'T START, SOMETIMES ENGINE SURGES BADLY, ENGINE LIGHTS GO ON, THROTTLE GETS DIRTY EVEN WITH NEW PART ETM PROBLEMS ARE OCCURRING AND NOW VEHICLE WILL NOT START OR DRIVE AT ALL. *TR.Mileage was 106472 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A3X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in PLEASANT HILL, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10317191

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 04, 2009.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . THE VOLVO S70 ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL IS ACTING UP. THE CAR WHEN STARTED IDLES ERRATICALLY. *TR.Mileage was 106000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10317191

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 04, 2009.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . THE VOLVO S70 ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL IS ACTING UP. THE CAR WHEN STARTED IDLES ERRATICALLY. *TR.Mileage was 106000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10318657

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 1901.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . VOLVO S70 WITH ACCELERATION, DECELERATION AND STALLING ISSUES. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE ETM WAS REPLACED ON AUGUST 26, 2008 UNDER WARRANTY. SINCE THEN, THE CONSUMER HAS EXPERIENCED ACCELERATION AND DECELERATION PROBLEMS WHILE DRIVING, FORCING HER TO MAKE REPEATED TRIPS TO THE DEALER IN AN EFFORT TO IDENTIFY AND RESOLVE THE ISSUE. THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED AND DECELERATED ON THE FREEWAY. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN UNRELIABLE SINCE AUGUST 2008. THE DEALER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO FIX THE PROBLEM. THEY CLEANED THE THROTTLE AND PULLED ALL THE CODES, TO NO AVAIL. *JB.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A3X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in PLEASANT HILL, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: LAWRENCE VOLVO .
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10318657

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 1901.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . VOLVO S70 WITH ACCELERATION, DECELERATION AND STALLING ISSUES. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE ETM WAS REPLACED ON AUGUST 26, 2008 UNDER WARRANTY. SINCE THEN, THE CONSUMER HAS EXPERIENCED ACCELERATION AND DECELERATION PROBLEMS WHILE DRIVING, FORCING HER TO MAKE REPEATED TRIPS TO THE DEALER IN AN EFFORT TO IDENTIFY AND RESOLVE THE ISSUE. THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED AND DECELERATED ON THE FREEWAY. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN UNRELIABLE SINCE AUGUST 2008. THE DEALER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO FIX THE PROBLEM. THEY CLEANED THE THROTTLE AND PULLED ALL THE CODES, TO NO AVAIL. *JB.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A3X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in PLEASANT HILL, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: LAWRENCE VOLVO .
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10325555

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 10, 2010.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . 1999 VOLVO S70 ETS LIGHT CAME ON AND CAR STALLS . CAR IS BUCKING AND SPEEDING UP CAR SHUTS DOWN ALL OVER THE ROAD AND HIGHWAYS AND WILL NOT START. *TR.Mileage was 120 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D6X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BRONX, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10342233

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 23, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 1999 VOLVO S70. CONSUMER STATES MECHANICAL PROBLEMS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY STALL WITH NO WARNING, USUALLY IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, BUT OFTEN IT WOULD GO NO MORE THAN 20-30 MPH. ALSO, SOME OF THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH WOULD COME ON AND GO OFF. THE CONSUMER HAS TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AT LEAST SIXTEEN TIMES. *JB UPDATED 10/28/10. *JB THE VEHICLE WOULD HESITATE UPON ACCELERATION. UPDATED 11/12/10*JB .Mileage was 45669 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HOUSTON, TX. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO OF HOUSTON . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 281-721-1600 . DEALER'S CITY: HOUSTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TX. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 77079 .
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10342233

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 23, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . 1999 VOLVO S70. CONSUMER STATES MECHANICAL PROBLEMS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY STALL WITH NO WARNING, USUALLY IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, BUT OFTEN IT WOULD GO NO MORE THAN 20-30 MPH. ALSO, SOME OF THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH WOULD COME ON AND GO OFF. THE CONSUMER HAS TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AT LEAST SIXTEEN TIMES. *JB UPDATED 10/28/10. *JB THE VEHICLE WOULD HESITATE UPON ACCELERATION. UPDATED 11/12/10*JB .Mileage was 45669 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HOUSTON, TX. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO OF HOUSTON . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 281-721-1600 . DEALER'S CITY: HOUSTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TX. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 77079 .
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VOLVO S70 Power Train Automatic Transmission

VOLVO S70 1999 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10360352

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 03, 2010.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . 1999 VOLVO S 70 AWD AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE, BEGAN BY JERKING WHEN 1ST ACCELERATING, THEN TOTALLY STARTED SLIPPING AND WILL NOT MOVE. FLUID LEVEL IS OK, AND APPEARS CLEAN. IN PROCESS OF FINDING A REPLACEMENT TRANSMISSION. *TR.Mileage was 174000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LT56D9X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in STARKVILLE, MS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:AWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10362224

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Aug 27, 2010.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED AND LOST POWER. THERE WERE NO POWER BRAKES WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER REGARDING RECALL 06V441000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL) BUT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN REPAIRED ACCORDING TO THE RECALL PRIOR TO HIS OWNERSHIP. HOWEVER, THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 57,000..Mileage was 57000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A6X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ST. CLOUD, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10367803

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 17, 2010.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT HAD A REPAIR PERFORMED FOR RECALL 06V441000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL). HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE RECALL REPAIR WAS TO UPGRADE THE SOFTWARE FOR THE THROTTLE BODY WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL. WHEN THE CONTACT TOOK HIS FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER WHO OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THE FIX WAS INSUFFICIENT. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 120,000..Mileage was 120000 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Fuel Pump

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Fuel Pump Report #10377140

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 07, 2011.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. FOR A NUMBER OF MONTHS THE CONTACT COMPLAINED TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP ABOUT THE STRONG SMELL OF GAS ACCUMULATING OVERNIGHT IN THE GARAGE AFTER FILLING THE GAS TANK TO FULL. THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED IT WAS EITHER THE GAS CAP OR THE FUEL TANK. THE GAS CAP WAS REPLACED, BUT THERE WAS STILL NO IMPROVEMENT. THE CONTACT RETURNED TO THE REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE PROBLEM WAS IDENTIFIED AS FAILED SEALS ON THE METAL FUEL LINES ENTERING AND EXITING THE LID OF THE FUEL PUMP INSTALLED ON TOP OF THE FUEL TANK UNDER THE TRUNK. THE ADHESIVE OR SEALANT THAT SECURED THE METAL IN THE LINE AND METAL OUT LINE TO THE FILTERS PLASTIC LID HAD CRACKED AND GAS VAPORS AND GASOLINE LEAKED OUT OF THE CRACKS. THE FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 170,750. UPDATED 03/15/11 *BF .Mileage was 170750 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55AXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in CHAPEL HILL, NC. Vehicle was purchased on 20020816. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: ABSOLUTE AUTOSAKS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 919-403-7575 . DEALER'S CITY: DURHAM . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 27701 .
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VOLVO S70 Latches/locks/linkages

VOLVO S70 1999 Latches/locks/linkages Report #10390181

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 18, 2008.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . POWER DOOR LOCKS, WHEN YOU LOCK THE DOOR, YOU CAN STILL OPEN IT FROM THE OUTSIDE. SOMEBODY CAN COME RIGHT UP TO YOUR DOOR WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING OR PARKED, AND OPEN THE DOOR EVEN WHEN IT IS LOCKED. 3 OF MY 4 DOORS DO THIS. I HAVE TO KEEP REPLACING THEM AT $140.00 A PIECE. *TR.Mileage was 72400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A8X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SAN GABRIEL, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 1 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10390184

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 14, 2011.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . VEHICLE SURGES AFTER I HAD THE SOFTWARE DOWNLOAD RECALL. THEY KEEP TELLING ME IT IS A DIRTY THROTTLE BODY, BUT IT HAS BEEN CLEANED A THOUSAND TIMES. THEY NEVER REPLACED MY TCM. JUST THE SOFTWARE. THIS NEEDS TO STOP. I FEEL UNSAFE IN THIS CAR. NEED A RECALL. *TR.Mileage was 70000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A8X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SAN GABRIEL, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10390184

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 14, 2011.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . VEHICLE SURGES AFTER I HAD THE SOFTWARE DOWNLOAD RECALL. THEY KEEP TELLING ME IT IS A DIRTY THROTTLE BODY, BUT IT HAS BEEN CLEANED A THOUSAND TIMES. THEY NEVER REPLACED MY TCM. JUST THE SOFTWARE. THIS NEEDS TO STOP. I FEEL UNSAFE IN THIS CAR. NEED A RECALL. *TR.Mileage was 70000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A8X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SAN GABRIEL, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Fuel System, Gasoline

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Report #10399141

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 23, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . 1999 VOLVO S70. MECHANICAL PROBLEMS STARTED IN 2005.THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY STALL WITH NO WARNING, USUALLY IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, BUT OFTEN IT WOULD GO NO MORE THAN 20-30 MPH. ALSO, SOME OF THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH WOULD COME ON AND GO OFF. THE CONSUMER HAS TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AT LEAST SIXTEEN TIMES.THEY SAY THEY CAN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM, SO THEY CAN'T FIX IT. MEANTIME, MY CAR COMES TO A DEAD STOP ON HOUSTON STREETS AND FREEWAYS WITH 18-WHEELERS, TRUCKS, AND CARS BEHIND IT. THIS A ROLLING COFFIN. I AM GOING TO GET REAR-ENDED AND SOMEONE IS GOING TO BE KILLED. MAYBE SEVERAL "SOMEONE'S". VOLVO OF HOUSTON DOESN'T CARE. WE BOUGHT THE CAR THERE. IT HAS HAD MAINTENANCE SERVICE THERE OVER THE YEARS. THESE PEOPLE TOOK OUR $27,000 AND GAVE US A "KILLER" CAR. I AM TERRIFIED WHEN I HAVE TO DRIVE IT. SINCE 2005, EVERY TIME I GET IN THIS CAR I WONDER IF I WILL GET HOME ALIVE. I WOULD LIKE FOR SOMEONE AT VOLVO TO TAKE THIS CAR AND LET THEIR WIFE, MOTHER, OR DAUGHTER DRIVE IT. LET THEM WORRY ABOUT GETTING KILLED ON A HOUSTON STREET. THIS CAR HAS DONE THIS AT LEAST 20 TIMES, MAYBE MORE. I NEVER KNOW IF I WILL GET WHERE I AM GOING OUT AND I DEFINITELY DON'T KNOW IF I WILL GET HOME A L I V E! THIS CAR IS GOING TO GET SOMEONE KILLED. THIS CAR IS GOING TO GET SOMEONE KILLED. DID I MENTION THAT THIS CAR IS GONG TO GET SOMEONE KILLED?? I WOULD LIKE TO GIVE THIS CAR TO A PRESIDENT OR VICE-PRESIDENT AT VOLVO SO THEY COULD LET THEIR LOVED ONES DRIVE AND WORRY A BOUT "SOMEONE GETTING KILLED". I HAVE DEALT WITH VOLVO SINCE 2005. THEY DON'T CARE. MAKING MONEY BY SELLING CARS IS ALL THAT IS IMPORTANT TO THEM. EVEN IF THE DRIVER GETS KILLED BECAUSE THEY DON'T KNOW HOW TO FIX THE PROBLEM THAT IS GOING TO CAUSE THE DEATH. I ASKED THE [XXX], AT VOLVO OF HOUSTON TODAY IF HE WOULD LIKE TO LET HIS WIFE, MOTHER, OR DAUGHTER DRIVE THIS CAR. HE JUST LOOKED AT ME AND SAID NOTHING. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR.Mileage was 45600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HOUSTON, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:4WD. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.
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VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Report #10402140

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 19, 2011.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . THIS COMPLAINT IS AGAINST VOLVO AMERICA, I OWN A 1999 VOLVO S70 WITH 214,000 MILES. VOLVO CLAIMS THAT IT HAD A SOFTWARE UPGRADE FOR MY ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL MODULE. VOLVO HAD A RECALL FOR THIS ITEM, BUT IT ONLY COVERED THIS RECALL UPTO 200,000 MILES. MY VOLVO NEVER HAD THE PART REPLACED, VOLVO ONLY DID A "SOFTWARE UPGRADE." THE ETC IS FAILING AND MAY FAIL ON THE FREEWAY, PLACING MY LIFE AND THE LIFE OF OTHER AMERICAN DRIVERS IN DANGER. WHY HAS VOLVO GOT AWAY WITH FAILING ELECTRONICS WHICH WILL TURN THE CAR OFF ON THE FREEWAY AND WILL TAKE PEOPLE'S LIVES. DO SOMETHING ABOUT THIS. *TR.Mileage was 214000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A7X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in TUJUNGA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10404016

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2005.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD INTERMITTENTLY STALL WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. UPON RESTART THE VEHICLE WOULD OPERATE AS NORMAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS; HOWEVER, THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VARIOUS AUTHORIZED DEALERS APPROXIMATELY SIXTEEN TIMES FOR THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 65,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 90,263..Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A9X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HOUSTON, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO S70 Unknown Or Other

VOLVO S70 1999 Unknown Or Other Report #10407799

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on June 14, 2011.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . THE EMT LIGHT CAME ON AND THERE WAS NO POWER TO THE ACCELERATOR. THIS WAS QUITE FRIGHTENING AND THEN THE POWER RETURNED AND THE CAR SPED UP AND THEN THERE WAS AGAIN A LOSS OF POWER IN THE ACCELERATOR. I PULLED OVER AND HAD THE CAR TOWED IN TO THE SHOP BUT I BELIEVE THERE HAS BEEN A PROBLEM WITH THIS HAPPENING TO 1999-2000 VOLVOS. MY CAR WAS ALWAYS SERVICED BY THE DEALER AND NOTHING WAS EVER SAID ABOUT THE POSSIBILITY OF THIS PROBLEM OCCURING..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65300 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A4X3. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in AUSTIN, TX. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10430079

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Oct 10, 2011.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 20 MPH. THE DEALER HAD NOT BEEN NOTIFIED BUT THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHO ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE SYSTEM SUFFERED AN INTERNAL FAILURE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. NO REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 170,412 AND THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 170,350. UPDATED 10/28/11*LJ UPATED 11/02/11.Mileage was 170350 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A5X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BYRAM, MS. Vehicle was purchased on 20000424. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo S70 1999 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PARK MARK VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 801-352-2700 . DEALER'S CITY: DELANO . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 93215 .
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VOLVO S70 Visibility

VOLVO S70 1999 Visibility Report #10441029

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 21, 2011.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VISIBILITY . I HAD NOT DRIVEN THIS CAR FOR ABOUT A YEAR BECAUSE I BOUGHT A 2008 C70 THAT I WAS DRIVING. I DECIDED TO START DRIVING THIS ONE FOR THE WINTER. ON A RAINY MORNING ON MY WAY TO WORK, MY WINDOWS FROSTED UP INSIDE SO BAD THAT I DIDN'T THINK I WAS GOING TO MAKE IT TO WORK. MY DEFROSTER FAILED. I JUST TRIED MY CAR AGAIN AND THE DEFROSTER SEEMED TO WORK - ONLY SLOWER- BUT NOW MY DASHBOARD IS SHOWING ME A LIGHT THAT SAYS ETC. FROM READING ON-LINE, IT SOUNDS LIKE I SHOULD HAVE RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER ABOUT THIS.. NEEDLESS TO SAY, I DID NOT. IS VOLVO GOING TO TAKE CARE OF THIS MATTER - SINCE I NEVER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER OR KNEW THAT THERE WAS SUCH A PROBLEM? *TR.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D9X3. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in NITRO, WV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10441029

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Nov 21, 2011.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . I HAD NOT DRIVEN THIS CAR FOR ABOUT A YEAR BECAUSE I BOUGHT A 2008 C70 THAT I WAS DRIVING. I DECIDED TO START DRIVING THIS ONE FOR THE WINTER. ON A RAINY MORNING ON MY WAY TO WORK, MY WINDOWS FROSTED UP INSIDE SO BAD THAT I DIDN'T THINK I WAS GOING TO MAKE IT TO WORK. MY DEFROSTER FAILED. I JUST TRIED MY CAR AGAIN AND THE DEFROSTER SEEMED TO WORK - ONLY SLOWER- BUT NOW MY DASHBOARD IS SHOWING ME A LIGHT THAT SAYS ETC. FROM READING ON-LINE, IT SOUNDS LIKE I SHOULD HAVE RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER ABOUT THIS.. NEEDLESS TO SAY, I DID NOT. IS VOLVO GOING TO TAKE CARE OF THIS MATTER - SINCE I NEVER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER OR KNEW THAT THERE WAS SUCH A PROBLEM? *TR.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS56D9X3. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in NITRO, WV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10443493

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 19, 2011.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE HEARD A LOUD KNOCKING COMING FROM THE ENGINE UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT BEGAN TO DRIVE, BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE BEYOND 25 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 101,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. .Mileage was 101000 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in NORTH CAPE MAY, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Power Train

VOLVO S70 1999 Power Train Report #10443493

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 19, 2011.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE HEARD A LOUD KNOCKING COMING FROM THE ENGINE UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT BEGAN TO DRIVE, BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE BEYOND 25 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 101,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. .Mileage was 101000 miles. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in NORTH CAPE MAY, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10450048

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 27, 2012.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 55 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE ENGINE AND THROTTLE WARNING LIGHTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE THROTTLE VALVE SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE QUALIFIED FOR REPAIRS UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V441000(VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL) BUT THE RECALL WAS EXPIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 195,200 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 195,215. UPDATED 03/28/12*LJ UPDATED 03/29/12.Mileage was 195200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53DXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in SACRAMENTO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10450293

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 17, 2012.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. WHILE TRAVELING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE ETS WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE COMPUTER SOFTWARE NEEDED TO BE UPGRADED. THE VEHICLE WAS NEITHER DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND THE FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 133,000. UPDATED 04/11/12 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THE CAMSHAFT SEAL, IDLER PULLEY, TENSIONER AND WATER PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. .Mileage was 133000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A4X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MIAMI, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 20120202. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PATRICK MONROE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 954-540-4410 . DEALER'S CITY: HOLLYWOOD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 33023 .
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VOLVO S70 Electrical System

VOLVO S70 1999 Electrical System Report #10450293

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Feb 17, 2012.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. WHILE TRAVELING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE ETS WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE COMPUTER SOFTWARE NEEDED TO BE UPGRADED. THE VEHICLE WAS NEITHER DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND THE FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 133,000. UPDATED 04/11/12 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THE CAMSHAFT SEAL, IDLER PULLEY, TENSIONER AND WATER PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. .Mileage was 133000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A4X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MIAMI, FL. Vehicle was purchased on 20120202. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PATRICK MONROE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 954-540-4410 . DEALER'S CITY: HOLLYWOOD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 33023 .
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VOLVO S70 Air Bags

VOLVO S70 1999 Air Bags Report #10460663

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on May 21, 2012.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER WAS TRAVELING 65 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE CULVERT PIPE AND ONLY THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE PASSENGER SEAT HOWEVER, WAS NOT OCCUPIED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT BLACK AND WHITE SMOKE EMITTED FROM THE ENGINE AFTER THE CRASH. THE CRASH CAUSED HEAD INJURIES TO THE DRIVER. THE POLICE WERE CONTACTED AND A REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 100,000. .Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle was on fire. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55AXX2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in BATTLE GROUND, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine Report #10463108

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 11, 2011.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE . BOUGHT THE CAR ABOUT ONE WEEK PRIOR TO THE FIRST STALLING EPISODE AND ETS LIGHT ON. CALLED VOLVO DUE TO A REPLACEMENT/EXTENDED WARRANTY ON AFFECTED PART. WAS TOLD THAT THE PART WAS NOT REPLACED AND THE WARRANTY WAS NO LONGER COVERING CAR (10 YEARS/200000 MILES). AS A RECENT PURCHASER OF THIS CAR I HAD NO CLUE OF THE REPLACEMENT NOT PREVIOUSLY DONE OR EVEN NEEDED. ALL WAS NEW TO ME AND THEY REFUSED. MOVING FORWARD ONE YEAR AND CAR STALLED IN TRAFFIC, ALMOST HIT FROM BEHIND, NO DASH LIGHTS AND COMPLETE FAILURE OF ETM. CAR WON'T STAY RUNNING AT ALL, TERRIFIED TO DRIVE THE CAR HOME AFTER THIS INCIDENT. NO WARRANTY ON PART, NO REPLACEMENT AND NOW I HAVE $ 4000 BOAT ANCHOR THAT WILL COST A FORTUNE TO FIX DUE TO NO WARRANTY ON THE PART THAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN REPLACED YEARS AGO BY VOLVO. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 115000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D8X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in CLEAR BROOK, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10463108

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on July 11, 2011.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . BOUGHT THE CAR ABOUT ONE WEEK PRIOR TO THE FIRST STALLING EPISODE AND ETS LIGHT ON. CALLED VOLVO DUE TO A REPLACEMENT/EXTENDED WARRANTY ON AFFECTED PART. WAS TOLD THAT THE PART WAS NOT REPLACED AND THE WARRANTY WAS NO LONGER COVERING CAR (10 YEARS/200000 MILES). AS A RECENT PURCHASER OF THIS CAR I HAD NO CLUE OF THE REPLACEMENT NOT PREVIOUSLY DONE OR EVEN NEEDED. ALL WAS NEW TO ME AND THEY REFUSED. MOVING FORWARD ONE YEAR AND CAR STALLED IN TRAFFIC, ALMOST HIT FROM BEHIND, NO DASH LIGHTS AND COMPLETE FAILURE OF ETM. CAR WON'T STAY RUNNING AT ALL, TERRIFIED TO DRIVE THE CAR HOME AFTER THIS INCIDENT. NO WARRANTY ON PART, NO REPLACEMENT AND NOW I HAVE $ 4000 BOAT ANCHOR THAT WILL COST A FORTUNE TO FIX DUE TO NO WARRANTY ON THE PART THAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN REPLACED YEARS AGO BY VOLVO. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 115000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D8X1. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in CLEAR BROOK, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO S70 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10471485

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 15, 2012.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . TWICE, WITHIN 50 METRES OF THE SAME SPOT EACH TIME, MY CAR HAS SUFFERED EXTREME ACCELERATION WHILST I WAS BRAKING AS HARD AS I COULD. FIRST TIME, MY MECHANIC CHECKED ALL COMPUTER DIAGNOSTICS USING TWO DIFFERENT COMPUTER TESTING DEVICES BUT THERE WERE NO FAULT CODES. NOW, AS WELL AS HAPPENING TWICE WITHIN 50 METRES OF THE SAME SPOT, I WAS AT THE SAME SET OF TRAFFIC LIGHTS, WHICH I DO NOT SUSPECT AS BEING THE PROBLEM, BUT ALSO NEXT TO A MAJOR HOSPITAL WITH AN ADJACENT HELIPAD. MY BEST GUESS AFTER 57 YEARS IN ELECTRONICS AND 40+ IN COMPUTERS IS THAT SOME SORT OF RF INTERFERENCE IS UPSETTING MY VEHICLE. I KNOW VOLVO CHECK ALL ACCIDENTS INVOLVING THEIR CARS IN SWEDEN AND WONDER WHETHER THEY HAVE EVER COME ACROSS MY PROBLEM. BOTH TIMES THE ENGINE SCREAMED ITS HEAD OFF ALTHOUGH I HAD NO TIME TO WORRY ABOUT THE TACHOMETER READING. THE NOISE ITSELF WAS ADEQUATE WARNING AND THE LACK OF BRAKING MEANT THAT I HAD TO KILL THE IGNITION TO RECOVER MINE AND THE VEHICLES COMPOSURE. SWITCHING ON THE IGNITION AGAIN BOTH TIMES, THE VEHICLE ONCE AGAIN IDLED NORMALLY AND OPERATED AS IT SHOULD. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 78000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS61F9Y2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ST CLAIR NSW AUSTRALIA 2759, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Power Train

VOLVO S70 1999 Power Train Report #10471485

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Mar 15, 2012.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . TWICE, WITHIN 50 METRES OF THE SAME SPOT EACH TIME, MY CAR HAS SUFFERED EXTREME ACCELERATION WHILST I WAS BRAKING AS HARD AS I COULD. FIRST TIME, MY MECHANIC CHECKED ALL COMPUTER DIAGNOSTICS USING TWO DIFFERENT COMPUTER TESTING DEVICES BUT THERE WERE NO FAULT CODES. NOW, AS WELL AS HAPPENING TWICE WITHIN 50 METRES OF THE SAME SPOT, I WAS AT THE SAME SET OF TRAFFIC LIGHTS, WHICH I DO NOT SUSPECT AS BEING THE PROBLEM, BUT ALSO NEXT TO A MAJOR HOSPITAL WITH AN ADJACENT HELIPAD. MY BEST GUESS AFTER 57 YEARS IN ELECTRONICS AND 40+ IN COMPUTERS IS THAT SOME SORT OF RF INTERFERENCE IS UPSETTING MY VEHICLE. I KNOW VOLVO CHECK ALL ACCIDENTS INVOLVING THEIR CARS IN SWEDEN AND WONDER WHETHER THEY HAVE EVER COME ACROSS MY PROBLEM. BOTH TIMES THE ENGINE SCREAMED ITS HEAD OFF ALTHOUGH I HAD NO TIME TO WORRY ABOUT THE TACHOMETER READING. THE NOISE ITSELF WAS ADEQUATE WARNING AND THE LACK OF BRAKING MEANT THAT I HAD TO KILL THE IGNITION TO RECOVER MINE AND THE VEHICLES COMPOSURE. SWITCHING ON THE IGNITION AGAIN BOTH TIMES, THE VEHICLE ONCE AGAIN IDLED NORMALLY AND OPERATED AS IT SHOULD. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 78000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS61F9Y2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in ST CLAIR NSW AUSTRALIA 2759, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Fuel/propulsion System

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel/propulsion System Report #10475610

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Sept 17, 2011.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S-70. WHILE REFUELING THE VEHICLE THE CONTACT NOTICED A STRONG, OVERPOWERING GASOLINE FUEL ODOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS A FUEL LEAK AT THE TOP OF FUEL TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 65,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS55A6X2. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in MIDLOTHIAN, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10584073

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Apr 21, 2014.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST ACCELERATION POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE THROTTLE BODY HAD FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. UPDATED 06/10/14 MA.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 156000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D4X3. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HEATH, OH. Vehicle was purchased on 20110414. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo S70 1999 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PROVANCE MOTORS SALES . DEALER'S CITY: HEATH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 43056 .
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VOLVO S70 Service Brakes

VOLVO S70 1999 Service Brakes Report #10585047

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 17, 2013.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPEN I WAS PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVE WAY. I CAME TO A STOP RIGHT OUTSIDE MY DRIVEWAY WAITING FOR IT TO BE SAFE FOR ME TO PULL OUT IN ON GOING TRAFFIC I PUSH THE GAS PEDAL IT GAVE ME ENOUGH FORCE TO PULL OUT ON THE STREET AS SOON AS I TRY TO GIVE IT MORE PICK UP BUT KINDA IDLE GOT UP TO ABOUT 40 I WOULD SAY BOUT SOON AS I HIT FORTY IT OUT OF NO WHERE IT WOULDN'T LET ME PICK UP OR PRESS ON GAS PEDAL WHEN I WOULD IT WOULD SLOW DOWN SO I TRY TO PUSH HARDER THAT IS WHEN THE CAR DIED SO I QUICKLY PULLED UP ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD BECAUSE EVERYTHING WAS LOCKING UP GAS IT WOULD NOT LET ME ACCELERATE MY CHECK ENGINE LET FLASH ON AND PUT MY FLASH LIGHTS ON AND SAT FOR A MINUTE TRYING TO FIGURE OUT WHAT WAS GOING ON. I WAITING A FEW SECONDS STARTED THE CAR IT FIRST LET ME ACCELERATE ENOUGH TO COAST BUT IN THE DRIVE WAY. MY ETS LIGHT FLASHES ON BUT DOESN'T SAY ON. SO I THOUGHT MAYBE CAUSE I WAS LOW ON GAS THAT COULD A HAVE BEEN THE PROBLEM I HAVE DROVE THE CAR ALL WEEK NOT A PROBLEM AT ALL. SO LATER THAT NIGHT I FIGURE SINCE THE STREET WOULDN'T BE BUSY I WOULD DRIVE UP PUT SOME GAS IN THERE TO SEE IF THAT WAS THE PROBLEM. GOT IN THE CAR STARTED RIGHT UP WENT TO THE GASSTATION WHICH IS ABOUT 5MINS FROM HERE PULLED UP IN FRONT OF THE PUMP TURNED OFF CAR IT WAS A PREPAID PUMP WENT INSIDE GAVE THEM $8 CAME BACK OUT PUMP THE GAS GOT BACK INTO THE CAR WENT TO START IT NOTHING SO I WANTED I TRIED AGAIN GOT IT STARTED SOON AS I WENT TO PUSH ON THE GAS PEDAL IT DIED THEN I TURN THE KEY BACK AND TRY TO START IT AGAIN MY ETS LIGHT STAYS ON THIS TIME BUT CE LIGHT FLASHES GOES OFF SOME GUY TRIES TO GIVE ME A JUMP I PUSH DOWN ON THE GAS IT DIES. WHEN IT DIED IT KINDA OF SOUND EVERYTHING WAS ABOUT TO BLOW UP IT MADE A WEIRD SOUND LIKE A COMPUTER AS YOU SHUT IT DOWN. .TOOK IT TO A CAR REPAIR 3MTHS HE HAD IT THEN AFTER TRYING ALL THE CODES -THROTTLE BODY IS WHAT HE SAID THE PROBLEM. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 150800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D4X3. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HEATH, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Electronic Stability Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Electronic Stability Control Report #10585047

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 17, 2013.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPEN I WAS PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVE WAY. I CAME TO A STOP RIGHT OUTSIDE MY DRIVEWAY WAITING FOR IT TO BE SAFE FOR ME TO PULL OUT IN ON GOING TRAFFIC I PUSH THE GAS PEDAL IT GAVE ME ENOUGH FORCE TO PULL OUT ON THE STREET AS SOON AS I TRY TO GIVE IT MORE PICK UP BUT KINDA IDLE GOT UP TO ABOUT 40 I WOULD SAY BOUT SOON AS I HIT FORTY IT OUT OF NO WHERE IT WOULDN'T LET ME PICK UP OR PRESS ON GAS PEDAL WHEN I WOULD IT WOULD SLOW DOWN SO I TRY TO PUSH HARDER THAT IS WHEN THE CAR DIED SO I QUICKLY PULLED UP ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD BECAUSE EVERYTHING WAS LOCKING UP GAS IT WOULD NOT LET ME ACCELERATE MY CHECK ENGINE LET FLASH ON AND PUT MY FLASH LIGHTS ON AND SAT FOR A MINUTE TRYING TO FIGURE OUT WHAT WAS GOING ON. I WAITING A FEW SECONDS STARTED THE CAR IT FIRST LET ME ACCELERATE ENOUGH TO COAST BUT IN THE DRIVE WAY. MY ETS LIGHT FLASHES ON BUT DOESN'T SAY ON. SO I THOUGHT MAYBE CAUSE I WAS LOW ON GAS THAT COULD A HAVE BEEN THE PROBLEM I HAVE DROVE THE CAR ALL WEEK NOT A PROBLEM AT ALL. SO LATER THAT NIGHT I FIGURE SINCE THE STREET WOULDN'T BE BUSY I WOULD DRIVE UP PUT SOME GAS IN THERE TO SEE IF THAT WAS THE PROBLEM. GOT IN THE CAR STARTED RIGHT UP WENT TO THE GASSTATION WHICH IS ABOUT 5MINS FROM HERE PULLED UP IN FRONT OF THE PUMP TURNED OFF CAR IT WAS A PREPAID PUMP WENT INSIDE GAVE THEM $8 CAME BACK OUT PUMP THE GAS GOT BACK INTO THE CAR WENT TO START IT NOTHING SO I WANTED I TRIED AGAIN GOT IT STARTED SOON AS I WENT TO PUSH ON THE GAS PEDAL IT DIED THEN I TURN THE KEY BACK AND TRY TO START IT AGAIN MY ETS LIGHT STAYS ON THIS TIME BUT CE LIGHT FLASHES GOES OFF SOME GUY TRIES TO GIVE ME A JUMP I PUSH DOWN ON THE GAS IT DIES. WHEN IT DIED IT KINDA OF SOUND EVERYTHING WAS ABOUT TO BLOW UP IT MADE A WEIRD SOUND LIKE A COMPUTER AS YOU SHUT IT DOWN. .TOOK IT TO A CAR REPAIR 3MTHS HE HAD IT THEN AFTER TRYING ALL THE CODES -THROTTLE BODY IS WHAT HE SAID THE PROBLEM. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 150800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D4X3. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HEATH, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10585047

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 17, 2013.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPEN I WAS PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVE WAY. I CAME TO A STOP RIGHT OUTSIDE MY DRIVEWAY WAITING FOR IT TO BE SAFE FOR ME TO PULL OUT IN ON GOING TRAFFIC I PUSH THE GAS PEDAL IT GAVE ME ENOUGH FORCE TO PULL OUT ON THE STREET AS SOON AS I TRY TO GIVE IT MORE PICK UP BUT KINDA IDLE GOT UP TO ABOUT 40 I WOULD SAY BOUT SOON AS I HIT FORTY IT OUT OF NO WHERE IT WOULDN'T LET ME PICK UP OR PRESS ON GAS PEDAL WHEN I WOULD IT WOULD SLOW DOWN SO I TRY TO PUSH HARDER THAT IS WHEN THE CAR DIED SO I QUICKLY PULLED UP ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD BECAUSE EVERYTHING WAS LOCKING UP GAS IT WOULD NOT LET ME ACCELERATE MY CHECK ENGINE LET FLASH ON AND PUT MY FLASH LIGHTS ON AND SAT FOR A MINUTE TRYING TO FIGURE OUT WHAT WAS GOING ON. I WAITING A FEW SECONDS STARTED THE CAR IT FIRST LET ME ACCELERATE ENOUGH TO COAST BUT IN THE DRIVE WAY. MY ETS LIGHT FLASHES ON BUT DOESN'T SAY ON. SO I THOUGHT MAYBE CAUSE I WAS LOW ON GAS THAT COULD A HAVE BEEN THE PROBLEM I HAVE DROVE THE CAR ALL WEEK NOT A PROBLEM AT ALL. SO LATER THAT NIGHT I FIGURE SINCE THE STREET WOULDN'T BE BUSY I WOULD DRIVE UP PUT SOME GAS IN THERE TO SEE IF THAT WAS THE PROBLEM. GOT IN THE CAR STARTED RIGHT UP WENT TO THE GASSTATION WHICH IS ABOUT 5MINS FROM HERE PULLED UP IN FRONT OF THE PUMP TURNED OFF CAR IT WAS A PREPAID PUMP WENT INSIDE GAVE THEM $8 CAME BACK OUT PUMP THE GAS GOT BACK INTO THE CAR WENT TO START IT NOTHING SO I WANTED I TRIED AGAIN GOT IT STARTED SOON AS I WENT TO PUSH ON THE GAS PEDAL IT DIED THEN I TURN THE KEY BACK AND TRY TO START IT AGAIN MY ETS LIGHT STAYS ON THIS TIME BUT CE LIGHT FLASHES GOES OFF SOME GUY TRIES TO GIVE ME A JUMP I PUSH DOWN ON THE GAS IT DIES. WHEN IT DIED IT KINDA OF SOUND EVERYTHING WAS ABOUT TO BLOW UP IT MADE A WEIRD SOUND LIKE A COMPUTER AS YOU SHUT IT DOWN. .TOOK IT TO A CAR REPAIR 3MTHS HE HAD IT THEN AFTER TRYING ALL THE CODES -THROTTLE BODY IS WHAT HE SAID THE PROBLEM. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 150800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D4X3. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HEATH, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 5 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Electronic Stability Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Electronic Stability Control Report #10585403

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 12, 2013.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . I HAVE A VOVLO 1999 S70 TURBO I HAVENT HAD NO MAJOR PROBLEMS OUT OF IT..JUST NORAML MAINTANCE UNTIL LATE DEC I GOT IN MY CAR STARTED IT UP IT STARTED WITH NOW PROBLEM BACK OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY PULLED UP INTO ONGOING TRAFFIC I HAD DROVE THIS CAR ALL WEEK NO SIGNS OF ANY PROBLEM WAS COMING NO LIGHTS FLASHING IN THE CAR PANEL SO JUST KNOW THAT YOU HAVE TO BECAREFUL BECAUSE YOU CAN BE ON THE HIGHWAY AND IT WILL NOT GIVE YOU NO SIGNS AS IT DIDNT ME LUCKLY I WASNT GOING AS FAST AS SOMEONE ON A HIGHWAY BUT AS SOON AS I THOUGHT I WAS GOING TO GO WITH THE FLOW OF THE TRAFFIC I AM GETTING UP TO ABOUT 35 OUT OF NO WHERE I CAN NOT PUSH ON THE GAS PEDAL TO GET SPEED IT WAS THE OTHER WAY AROUND THE MORE I PUSH ON PEDAL THE MORE IT WOULD SLOW DOWN AND IDLE I WAS CLOSE TO ANOTHER DRIVE WAY SO I JUST LET MY CAR COAST IN THE DRIVE WAY I COULDNT EVEN PUT ON MY BREAK CAUSE MY CAR HAD DIED SO EVERYTHING KINDA LOCKED UP SO I PUT IT IN NEUTRAL AND LET IT COAST INTO A PARK AND SPACE . ONCE I GOT TO A STOP I LOOK DOWN AND MY ETS LIGHT WAS ON WELL I JUST THOUGHT MAYBE IT WAS ON BECAUSE I WAS LOW OF GAS. SO I WAIT LATER TO GET GAS AND THAT WAS NOT THE CASE I PUT GAS IN THE CAR AND TRY TO START IT IT STARTED FOR A QUICK SECOND I HEARD IT GOING TO DIE SO I QUICKLY PUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS AND IT DIED ALL TOGETHER . SO PLEASE BECAREFUL THERE ARE NO WARING SIGNS AT ALL I HAD NO PROBLEM EARLIER THAT DAY SO IF POSSIBLE TRY TO GO IN AND MAKE SURE THAT YOU DONT HAVE AN DEFECT IN YOU ETS OR ETM IT COULD SAVE A LIFE OR MANY LIFE. AND KEEP THE ROADS SAFE I FEEL VOVLO SINCE THEY KNOW OF THESE DEFECTS SHOULD SEND OUT LETTERS TO OWNERS OF THE YR THAT THEY HAD MANY COMPLAINTS TO DO A RECALL IN THE FIRST PLACE TO THOSE THAT COULD BE AFFECTED IT WAS A MANUFACTOR RECALL IN MY CAR HOWEVER I GUESS SINCE MY CAR WAS THE YR AND MODEL AND MAKE BUT IT WAS AN TURBO THEY FELT NO NEED TO BE SAFE AND EXPAND THE THE RECALL..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 10560 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D4X3. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HEATH, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 36 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO S70 1999 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10585403

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 12, 2013.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . I HAVE A VOVLO 1999 S70 TURBO I HAVENT HAD NO MAJOR PROBLEMS OUT OF IT..JUST NORAML MAINTANCE UNTIL LATE DEC I GOT IN MY CAR STARTED IT UP IT STARTED WITH NOW PROBLEM BACK OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY PULLED UP INTO ONGOING TRAFFIC I HAD DROVE THIS CAR ALL WEEK NO SIGNS OF ANY PROBLEM WAS COMING NO LIGHTS FLASHING IN THE CAR PANEL SO JUST KNOW THAT YOU HAVE TO BECAREFUL BECAUSE YOU CAN BE ON THE HIGHWAY AND IT WILL NOT GIVE YOU NO SIGNS AS IT DIDNT ME LUCKLY I WASNT GOING AS FAST AS SOMEONE ON A HIGHWAY BUT AS SOON AS I THOUGHT I WAS GOING TO GO WITH THE FLOW OF THE TRAFFIC I AM GETTING UP TO ABOUT 35 OUT OF NO WHERE I CAN NOT PUSH ON THE GAS PEDAL TO GET SPEED IT WAS THE OTHER WAY AROUND THE MORE I PUSH ON PEDAL THE MORE IT WOULD SLOW DOWN AND IDLE I WAS CLOSE TO ANOTHER DRIVE WAY SO I JUST LET MY CAR COAST IN THE DRIVE WAY I COULDNT EVEN PUT ON MY BREAK CAUSE MY CAR HAD DIED SO EVERYTHING KINDA LOCKED UP SO I PUT IT IN NEUTRAL AND LET IT COAST INTO A PARK AND SPACE . ONCE I GOT TO A STOP I LOOK DOWN AND MY ETS LIGHT WAS ON WELL I JUST THOUGHT MAYBE IT WAS ON BECAUSE I WAS LOW OF GAS. SO I WAIT LATER TO GET GAS AND THAT WAS NOT THE CASE I PUT GAS IN THE CAR AND TRY TO START IT IT STARTED FOR A QUICK SECOND I HEARD IT GOING TO DIE SO I QUICKLY PUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS AND IT DIED ALL TOGETHER . SO PLEASE BECAREFUL THERE ARE NO WARING SIGNS AT ALL I HAD NO PROBLEM EARLIER THAT DAY SO IF POSSIBLE TRY TO GO IN AND MAKE SURE THAT YOU DONT HAVE AN DEFECT IN YOU ETS OR ETM IT COULD SAVE A LIFE OR MANY LIFE. AND KEEP THE ROADS SAFE I FEEL VOVLO SINCE THEY KNOW OF THESE DEFECTS SHOULD SEND OUT LETTERS TO OWNERS OF THE YR THAT THEY HAD MANY COMPLAINTS TO DO A RECALL IN THE FIRST PLACE TO THOSE THAT COULD BE AFFECTED IT WAS A MANUFACTOR RECALL IN MY CAR HOWEVER I GUESS SINCE MY CAR WAS THE YR AND MODEL AND MAKE BUT IT WAS AN TURBO THEY FELT NO NEED TO BE SAFE AND EXPAND THE THE RECALL..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 10560 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D4X3. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HEATH, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 36 mph.
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VOLVO S70 Fuel/propulsion System

VOLVO S70 1999 Fuel/propulsion System Report #10585403

VOLVO S70 1999 car safety problem was reported on Dec 12, 2013.VOLVO S70 1999, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . I HAVE A VOVLO 1999 S70 TURBO I HAVENT HAD NO MAJOR PROBLEMS OUT OF IT..JUST NORAML MAINTANCE UNTIL LATE DEC I GOT IN MY CAR STARTED IT UP IT STARTED WITH NOW PROBLEM BACK OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY PULLED UP INTO ONGOING TRAFFIC I HAD DROVE THIS CAR ALL WEEK NO SIGNS OF ANY PROBLEM WAS COMING NO LIGHTS FLASHING IN THE CAR PANEL SO JUST KNOW THAT YOU HAVE TO BECAREFUL BECAUSE YOU CAN BE ON THE HIGHWAY AND IT WILL NOT GIVE YOU NO SIGNS AS IT DIDNT ME LUCKLY I WASNT GOING AS FAST AS SOMEONE ON A HIGHWAY BUT AS SOON AS I THOUGHT I WAS GOING TO GO WITH THE FLOW OF THE TRAFFIC I AM GETTING UP TO ABOUT 35 OUT OF NO WHERE I CAN NOT PUSH ON THE GAS PEDAL TO GET SPEED IT WAS THE OTHER WAY AROUND THE MORE I PUSH ON PEDAL THE MORE IT WOULD SLOW DOWN AND IDLE I WAS CLOSE TO ANOTHER DRIVE WAY SO I JUST LET MY CAR COAST IN THE DRIVE WAY I COULDNT EVEN PUT ON MY BREAK CAUSE MY CAR HAD DIED SO EVERYTHING KINDA LOCKED UP SO I PUT IT IN NEUTRAL AND LET IT COAST INTO A PARK AND SPACE . ONCE I GOT TO A STOP I LOOK DOWN AND MY ETS LIGHT WAS ON WELL I JUST THOUGHT MAYBE IT WAS ON BECAUSE I WAS LOW OF GAS. SO I WAIT LATER TO GET GAS AND THAT WAS NOT THE CASE I PUT GAS IN THE CAR AND TRY TO START IT IT STARTED FOR A QUICK SECOND I HEARD IT GOING TO DIE SO I QUICKLY PUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS AND IT DIED ALL TOGETHER . SO PLEASE BECAREFUL THERE ARE NO WARING SIGNS AT ALL I HAD NO PROBLEM EARLIER THAT DAY SO IF POSSIBLE TRY TO GO IN AND MAKE SURE THAT YOU DONT HAVE AN DEFECT IN YOU ETS OR ETM IT COULD SAVE A LIFE OR MANY LIFE. AND KEEP THE ROADS SAFE I FEEL VOVLO SINCE THEY KNOW OF THESE DEFECTS SHOULD SEND OUT LETTERS TO OWNERS OF THE YR THAT THEY HAD MANY COMPLAINTS TO DO A RECALL IN THE FIRST PLACE TO THOSE THAT COULD BE AFFECTED IT WAS A MANUFACTOR RECALL IN MY CAR HOWEVER I GUESS SINCE MY CAR WAS THE YR AND MODEL AND MAKE BUT IT WAS AN TURBO THEY FELT NO NEED TO BE SAFE AND EXPAND THE THE RECALL..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 10560 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1LS53D4X3. Volvo S70 1999 problem was reported in HEATH, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 36 mph.
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