KnownCarProblems2000 Volvo S70 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 164 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Volvo S70, most often about the speed control (43% of complaints, typically around 76,000 miles). It is the most complained-about S70 model year since 2000 and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2000 Volvo S70 problems
Speed control
70 complaints · 43%Half of these problems showed up before 76,000 miles.
The ets warning light went on two different days leading to my calling my Volvo dealer. I was told I must replace my electronic throttle module because not replacing it could lead to failure of the throttle and could lead to an accident. I had to pay $971 on october 22 to have my dealer replace the module as the car…
2000 Volvo S70 needed a throttle body module installed. I understand this vehicle has had a number of complaints about tis module. I also understand that california is asking Volvo to either have a recall or extend the warranty.
Electrical
32 complaints · 20%Half of these problems showed up before 66,000 miles. Parts named most often: ignition, wiring.
I own a 2000 Volvo S70. I experienced the failure of the electronic throttle module several times this year, 2005. The car would often run rough and attempt to stall while driving. On one trip from new albany, in, to cleveland, oh, it happened so often that I had to leave the car in cincinnati and rent a car from…
The electronic throttle module on our vehicle has caused US to encounter hazardous conditions on more than one occasion. In january, 2004, the ets warning light came on and before we could drive the 60 miles to the nearest Volvo service center, our car was sputtering and surging and losing power on a continual basis.…
Engine
24 complaints · 15%Half of these problems showed up before 78,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine, exhaust system, cooling system.
Tl contact owns a 2000 Volvo S70. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the check engine light illuminated intermittently. Approximately three months later, the electronic throttle system (ets) light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they cleaned the ets. When the contact went…
Tl-the contact owns a 2000 Volvo S70. The contact stated that while she was driving at various speeds the ets light would illuminate on the instrumental panel. The vehicle was then diagnosed by a dealer and they advised her that the "electronic throttle system" would cause the vehicle to loose all power and…
Fuel system
16 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 63,500 miles. Parts named most often: delivery, fuel injection system.
2000 Volvo s-70 car stalled while traveling at any speed. I had to spend $1200 to have the electronic module that regulates the airflow and gas to the engine replaced. I did some research and found this to be a common problem with this model. Volvo is aware of the problem, but is not recalling or reimbursing car…
Driving to denver on sunday 10/8/2005 and my car started to miss and jerk severely. There was a lot of traffic behind me going well over 60 MPH and no place to pull over. I almost got rear ended. I don't have the money to fix the car as I was told the cost is over $1000. It now does this intermittently so I can drive…
Transmission
7 complaints · 4%Parts named most often: automatic transmission, axle assembly.
Automatic transmission developed a problem: slipping and shuddering during acceleration between 16-20 MPH. The Volvo dealer said transmission was damaged and could not be repaired: they replaced it with a rebuilt Volvo trans. Warranty was 4 yr, 50,000 mi: trans failed at 3 yr, 9 mo, 56839 mi -the dealer refused to…
2000 Volvo S70: snap ring holding axle to transmission broke while driving at low speed. Coasted to stop; towed to repair shop. No other damage. However, shop had 1999 Volvo in for same complaint. That driver's axle was damaged when it loosened and had to be replaced.
Lights
6 complaints · 4%Parts named most often: brake lights, turn signal, headlights, tail lights.
The vehicle's turn signal, tail and brake lights are constantly blowing out. The gear shift indicator has failed 3-4 times. Problem has occurred at least 5-6 times. Dealer is unable to determine cause. Ph
My ets light kept coming on. I had to stop my car in high speed traffic 10-12 times and restart it. A web search reveals that this is a frequent problem with Volvo s-70. The car suddenly loses power and will shut off if you continue to drive.
Air bags
6 complaints · 4%Parts named most often: frontal.
The vehicle was involved in a frontal collision and the air bags failed to deploy. The driver side seat belt did not lock and the consumer hit the steering wheel. Volvo refused to send the consumer an analysis report.
The contact owned a 2000 Volvo S70. While driving 30 MPH, the vehicle was involved in a side impact collision that resulted in a rollover. The air bags did not deploy. There was one injury that required medical attention. The contact suffered from internal organ damage and severe pain. A police report was filed. The…
Brakes
5 complaints · 3%Parts named most often: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, foundation components.
: the contact stated the ABS and stability control function lights illuminated on the dash intermittently. The ABS also engages intermittently at various speeds. The brake pedal pulsates when depressed. The dealership has been informed.
The ABS and stc light came on and cruise control became inoperable. It would often reset after turning engine off. After several weeks, the car began to also loose power and it would only run in a higher gear.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2000 Volvo S70 recalls
Speed control: vehicle speed control
Risk: This resulted in a high number of vehicles going into the limp home mode without need.
Fix: Dealers will install the current software upgrade onto the involved vehicles. The recall began on december 29, 2006. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Full defect summary
On certain passenger vehicles, a combination of throttle positioning sensor irregularities, a dirty throttle housing, and/or inefficient software calibration may cause a warning lamp to light and the subsequent onset of limp home modes.
Lights: switch
Risk: The head lights may not operate properly which could result in intermittent or no headlight function. This could impair a driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: On vehicles with an original OEM switch, dealers will replace the headlight switch. All other vehicles will be inspected to determine if the switch has een damaged and replace only if necessary. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Full defect summary
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, over an extended period of time, the headlight switch may cease to function.
Lights: turn signal
Risk: This would fail to warn an approaching driver that the vehicle is turning and could lead to a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the left and right front turn signal bulb and socket.
Full defect summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. There could be inadequate contact between the bulb and socket which could cause the front turn signal not to function as designed.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Throttle control malfunction
Summary
On november 14, 2006 volvo submitted a defect information report to NHTSA concerning etm failures in model year (my) 1999 through 2001 volvo models (not including the s40 and v40), my 2002 s60 and v70 with naturally aspirated engines and my 2002 v70s.according to volvo, ?a combination of throttle positioning sensor irregularities, a dirty throttle housing and/or inefficient software calibration may cause a warning lamp to light and the subsequent onset of limp home modes.volvo further stated that,this resulted in a high number of these vehicles going into limp home mode without need.?volvo indicated that this was the most severe consequence of an etm fault in the subject vehicles.the recall
Throttle control malfunction
Summary
Pe05-041 was opened on july, 26, 2005, based on 136 consumer complaints to odi alleging throttle control malfunctions in the subject vehicles.odi has now received 591 complaints of etm failures which allege symptoms with potential safety related consequences.these include allegations of engine stall, vehicle surging forward without accelerator input, vehicle hesitation upon acceleration and sudden and unexpected transition into reduced performance operation (limp mode).volvo submitted over 2,900 complaints concerning the etm in the subject vehicles during pe05-041.odi's preliminary analysis of a sample the volvo complaints identified approximately 55 percent with one or more of the symptoms
Headlight failure
Summary
On august 23, 1999, volvo notified NHTSA that it would conduct a safety recall (99v235) on certain 1997 model year (my) 850 vehicles and certain 1998 s/v/c 70 series vehicles for failure of the headlight switch.the defect report stated in part: operation of the headlight switch, over an extended period of time, can result in inconsistent operation of the switch.volvo's remedy for this recall was to replace the headlight switch.this recall query investigation was opened on june 8, 2004, based on 13 reports of headlight failure on 1998 and 1999 s/v/c 70 series vehicles that were not included in the earlier recall.by letter of october 18, 2004, volvo has notified the agency that it will now con
Questions about the 2000 Volvo S70
- What are the most common problems with the 2000 Volvo S70?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: speed control (70 complaints, typically around 76,000 miles); electrical (32 complaints, typically around 66,000 miles); engine (24 complaints, typically around 78,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2000 Volvo S70 have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from November 15, 2006 (speed control). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2000 a bad year for the Volvo S70?
- It is the most complained-about S70 model year since 2000, with 164 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.
Other Volvo S70 years
- 2000