Problems with 1999 Volvo V70 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Car surges randomly at lower speeds. car also loses power on freeway and acceleration fluctuates uncontrollably at times. all symptoms happening while car is in motion, mostly at speeds over 50mph. i brought the car to my local dealership where there were open recalls on the model i own. after recall was performed, the symptoms have increased and worsened. dealership is refusing to take any responsibility.

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 volvo v70. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled intermittently. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the etm needed to be replaced. the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 06v441000 (vehicle speed control); however, the manufacturer and local dealer indicated that the timeframe had expired to receive the recall repair, even if the mileage was less than 200,000. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. the approximate failure mileage was 112,000.

As i was driving home the car started running very rough and was not able to get it above 25 mph. it also started to lunge forward sporadically and it seemed like it was going to stall at any moment. i contacted volvo directly and they called it "limp home mode" and that's exactly what it was, horrable!!. i consider myself lucky that my children were not with me. apparently volvo recognizes the problem but are no longer fixing this ongoing problem. volvo estimated that the fix would be on the low end $900.00 up to about $1400.00. volvo is not taking anymore responsibility and now it's up to the consumer to absorb the cost. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 volvo v70. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the rpms decreased and the vehicle stalled. the contact mentioned that the check engine, ecm and the limp home mode warning messages illuminated. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle had surpassed the statute of limitations for repairs under nhtsa campaign id number: 06v441000 (vehicle speed control). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 156,000 and the current mileage was 158,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 volvo v70. the contact stated that the electronic throttle positioning sensor warning light would illuminate constantly, causing the vehicle to run slow and sluggish. the vehicle would have to be turned off and restarted whenever the failure occurred in order for the vehicle to reset. the dealer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was repaired for the failure in 2006 under nhtsa campaign id number: 06v441000 (vehicle speed control). the manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 93,877.

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 volvo v70. the contact stated that the check engine and esc warning lights were illuminated. the engine then exhibited an abnormal increase in rpms accompanied by a loud noise. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 06v441000 (vehicle speed control) but was informed by the manufacturer that the repairs had been performed by the previous owner. the vehicle was not further repaired. the current and failure mileage was 204,529.

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 volvo xc70 (n/a). the contact stated that the electronic throttle control system warning light was illuminated in 2004. the dealer replaced the throttle body system and made updates to the vehicle computer. the contact was offered an extended warranty to cover the failure for up to ten years from the date of service. most recently, the warning light was illuminated again and the dealer was contacted. the dealer advised the contact that the warranty had expired in 2008 and any repairs would be at the contacts expense. the manufacturer was contacted but provided no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 103,300.

Back in june of 2008 - on start up my 99 volvo v70 - would rough idle, rev to 4000 and would not exceed 20 mph. the idle sounded like sneakers in a dryer. i took the car to my garage and was quoted $2000.00 to replace the etm - i was told by my garage that the etm may still be under warranty. after speaking with volvo usa - i was advised that this part was under warranty and i should bring to the nearest volvo dealership. i did. boston volvo village - did a software update and after that reported no issues with the etm - they claimed cracked vacuum hoses were the problems. they replaced the hoses and return the car. the car broke down a day later - rev to 4000, rough idle, won't go over 20 mph - sneakers in washing machine sound. i brought the car back to boston volvo village - this time they told me that i had an bad accelerator pedal - which was replace cost was $225.00. the car broke down a third time ...

I have a 99 volvo v70 t5, on july 3rd of 2006 we had the vehicle in as the etm light was on, the dealer upgraded the software of the etm at no cost, now a year later the vehicle is undrivable. it surges at low idle causing the vehicle to jump forward, it consistently stalls out and now is beginning to surge while driving down the road at any rpm. i feel that this is a extreme hazard and i am no longer able to drive the vehicle. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 volvo v70. the contact stated that the electronic throttle system (ets) and engine lights remained illuminated. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer regarding recall # 06v441000 regarding vehicle speed control. the dealer performed the repair, but the lights remained illuminated. the dealer stated that the tube gasket needed to be cleaned. after the tube gasket was cleaned the failure recurred. currently, the vehicle vibrated when it was started , and could not accelerate beyond 10 mph. the current mileage is 87,000, and the failure mileage was unknown.*ak

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 volvo v70. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled in traffic repeatedly without warning. a local mechanic stated that the vehicle needed a new throttle. the dealer stated that ecm902f was not the designated code for a new throttle. the current mileage is 80,000, and failure mileage was 79,800. ak

The idle on my car was rough, and after a mechanic failed to turn up the cause i found a reason on a volvo forum on the web. the problem was a dirty throttle butterfly valve. i cleaned it in accordance to the volvo service bulletin. five thousand miles later i am driving my car in stop and go traffic and the car starts sputtering, racing, and the engine is generally behaving poorly. i found that i could even out the idle and keep the car from stalling in traffic by keeping my right foot depressing the accelerator at all times, and using my left foot for the brake. i was not in any accidents, but almost got rear ended at least once. *nm

Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled under normal driving conditions. the vehicle would surge prior to stalling. the surge was controllable during braking. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who changed the software of the electronic throttle module, but the problems persisted. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who cleaned the throttle module. the problem reoccurred constantly. the dealer could not provide a determination for the cause of the problem on both occasions. the contact also received a letter from the manufacturer concerning an extension on the warranty on parts that included the electronic throttle system. the dealer did not honor the letter.*ak

Dt*: the contact stated the ets light illuminated then the vehicle stalled. this occurred at any speed and mainly while turning and applying the brakes. this is an ongoing problem, and happened 50-60 times. the dealership was unable to determine a problem.

I was driving my 1999 volvo v70 on the highway, and it constantly accelerates and decelerates on its own with no action done by me. in one case it accelerated to the point in which i lost control and caused an accident. vehicle is in the process of having the etm replaced at the dealership at a cost of 1000.00 to me because it is outside of warranty coverage. *nm