2000 Volvo S70 problems
The Volvo S70 is a compact executive car produced by Volvo Cars from 1996 to 2000. The S70 was essentially a facelifted 850 saloon. The S70 was replaced with the Volvo S60.
Overview
Introduced in Europe in late 1996 for the 1997 model year and later in the U.S. for the 1998 model year, the Volvo S70 was an updated version of the Volvo 850 saloon. The S70's body style was overall more rounded compared to its predecessor. Changes included a redesigned front end with new lights, fully colour-coded bumpers and side trim, and clear indicator lenses for the rear lights, as well as a redesigned interior. According to Volvo, a total of 1800 changes were made.
Standard equipment was improved with remote central locking, heated & electrically adjustable mirrors, 4 airbags, power brakes with ABS and power windows being standard on every car. Trim levels varied for each market as did the equipment levels of the most basic trims. In the United States, the badging denoted the engine variant and to some extent the equipment level, whereas in Europe engine and options could be chosen individually. On all markets more powerful versions usually received better or upgraded standard equipment. The T5 and R were the series high-performance models.
For the 1999 model year, a minor facelift was introduced. Apart from very minor cosmetic changes, such as a slightly different Volvo badge on the front grille and US models now being equipped with side markers on the front fenders, most changes were done to the mechanicals. Volvo introduced its second generation side airbag which increased in volume to offer better protection. WHIPS, Volvo's system to minimize whiplash injuries, was also introduced as part of the standard equipment. New engine management systems with drive-by-wire replaced the mechanical throttle on all turbo engines as well as bringing with them an upgraded traction control. Now including throttle as well as brake intervention it was renamed STC. The ABS was upgraded from a three-channel to a four-channel system, all-wheel drive models received thicker rear discs and redesigned rear calipers. All automatic transmissions were now equipped with adaptive shift-logic, replacing the previous 3-mode selection. A starter interlock was added to models with manual transmissions.
For the 2000 model year, a new 5-speed automatic transmission with adaptive shift-logic was introduced. It was only available on non turbo front-wheel drive models. The 10V engine variants were dropped and replaced by detuned 20V versions, drive-by-wire throttle was now also introduced for non turbo models.
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Common 2000 Volvo S70 problems
The Volvo S70 2000 is a reliable car, but like any other vehicle, it has its share of common problems. Here are some of the most frequently reported issues by owners:
- Anti Sway Bar End Link Failure: The anti sway bar end links in the Volvo S70 2000, which connect the anti sway bar to the chassis, have a short lifespan and can wear out in as little as 10,000 miles. If left unattended, they can break, causing poor handling response and random clunks and knocks. Heavy-duty versions of the endlink are available and are a popular upgrade.
- Front Strut Mount Failure: The rubber encased upper spring seat/strut mount in the Volvo S70 2000 suffers from premature failure, causing creaking or groaning sounds during low-speed turning. If left unattended, the strut shaft can break through the mount, damaging the hood. A heavy-duty version of the strut mount is available and is considered a must-do upgrade when the front struts are apart.
- Fuel Door Hinge Failure: The plastic gas cap door hinge in the Volvo S70 2000 commonly fails at around 60,000 miles, leaving the gas door hanging from the side of the car, which doesn't look cool and can damage the paint job. An upgrade version using a stronger plastic material is available and is easily installed.
- Automatic Transmission Shift Interlock Failure: This electronic override prevents the driver from shifting the car from "PARK" into "DRIVE" unless the brakes are applied. When it fails, the car can no longer be driven unless the driver knows about the emergency override button. The shift interlock micro-switch is fairly easy to replace.
- ABS Light Due to ABS Control Module Failure: This issue has been reported by 77 people, causing the ABS light to come on.
- Marelli Throttle Actuator Failure: This is a recurring problem in post-1999 S70s, causing intermittently rough idle, no power, and the car to be limited to 20 mph. Volvo has indicated that they would honor the cost of replacing the unit and reimburse those who have already paid for a replacement.
- Transmission Problems: The 2000 S70 has a problematic early 5-speed transmission that can suddenly lose connection with gears, causing the car to rev like it's in neutral. This issue can be addressed by rowing the shifter quickly between P and L 15-20 times and changing the fluid.
These problems, while common, do not necessarily make the Volvo S70 2000 a bad car. With regular maintenance and timely repairs, these issues can be managed, and the car can provide reliable service.
How many miles can a Volvo S70 last?
200,000 miles
If the car has been taken care of, it could go for another 200,000 miles. Volvos are great, long-lasting cars.
Why won't my 2000 Volvo S70 start?
The most common reasons a Volvo S70 won't start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.
How much horsepower does a 2000 Volvo S70 have?
168 to 236 hp2000 Volvo S70 / Horsepower
The base S70 uses a 2.4-liter five-cylinder engine with new variable valve timing that boosts horsepower from 163 to 168. It is available with a five-speed manual or new five-speed automatic. The GLT and AWD models get what Volvo calls a “light-pressure” turbocharged version of this engine with 190 horsepower.
What kind of engine does a Volvo S70 have?
| Volvo S70 | |
|---|---|
| Platform | Volvo P80 platform |
| Related | Volvo V70 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Petrol: 2.0–2.5L I5 (93kW–184kW) Petrol Bi-Fuel: 2.4L B5244SG I5 Diesel: 2.5L R5TDI I5 (103kW) 2.0 L I5 (petrol) 2.3 L I5 (petrol) 2.4 L I5 (petrol) 2.4 L I5 turbo (petrol) 2.5 L I5 (petrol) 2.5 L I5 turbo (petrol) 2.5 L Volvo D5252T I5 (diesel) |
How many miles can a Volvo S70 last?
200,000 miles
If the car has been taken care of, it could go for another 200,000 miles. Volvos are great, long-lasting cars.
Why won't my 2000 Volvo S70 start?
The most common reasons a Volvo S70 won't start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.
What kind of engine does a Volvo S70 have?
| Volvo S70 | |
|---|---|
| Platform | Volvo P80 platform |
| Related | Volvo V70 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Petrol: 2.0–2.5L I5 (93kW–184kW) Petrol Bi-Fuel: 2.4L B5244SG I5 Diesel: 2.5L R5TDI I5 (103kW) 2.0 L I5 (petrol) 2.3 L I5 (petrol) 2.4 L I5 (petrol) 2.4 L I5 turbo (petrol) 2.5 L I5 (petrol) 2.5 L I5 turbo (petrol) 2.5 L Volvo D5252T I5 (diesel) |
How many Volvo s70s were made?
Between 14 April 1927 and 29 February 2024 Volvo Cars produced 24,132,038 cars.
| MODEL | YEARS | NUMBERS |
|---|---|---|
| S70 Totals | 1996-2000 | 242,916 |
| S70 | 1997-1998 | 95,266 |
| S70 | 1998-1999 | 54,236 |
| S70 Classic | 1999-2000 | 50,952 |
2000 Volvo S70 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Volvo S70 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Electrical system problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2000 Volvo S70 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2000 Volvo S70
The NHTSA has received 187 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2000 Volvo S70. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2000 Volvo S70 vehicles.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-28
- VIN: YV1LS61J3Y2
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON A CITY STREET. I ENTERED THE VEHICLE, SAT DOWN IN THE DRIVER SIDE AND ATTEMPTED TO PULL THE SEAT ACROSS MY BODY. I WOULD NOT MOVE, I BEGAN TUGGING AT IT AND RELEASING IT. I BROKE THE HOUSING OFF OF THE SEATBELT AND I COULD SEE INSIDE IT WAS WRAPPED IN A SPIRAL.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-14
- VIN: YV1LS61J0Y2
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: THE ETS LIGHT CAME ON INTERMITTENTLY. THE CAR ENDED UP STALLING AFTER BEING PARKED UPON TRYING TO RESTART IT. THIA IS AM ISSUE THAT ONLY THE VOLVO DEALERSHIP CAN FIX SINCE IT INVOLVES REPROGRAMMING OR REPLACING AND PROGRAMMING A NEW ETS MODULE. FORTUNATELY IT HAPPENED TO ME IN A PARKING LOT AND I WAS ABLE TO GET IT ROWED TO A SHOP TWICE. NOW IT IS GOING TO THE DEALER.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-21
- VIN: YV1LS61J3Y2
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: IGNITION COIL IS MISFIRING, AND PARK NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ALSO KNOWN AS THE TRANSMISSION POSITION SWITCH OR NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH IS HAVING ISSUES. WHEN ITS IDLING ITS REALLY ROUGH WHILE DRIVING THE CAR JOLTS AN HICCUPS. DOESN'T KNOW WHAT GEAR IT'S GOING INTO
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-23
- VIN: YV1LS56D6Y2
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT WAS COMPLETELY LOCKED IN THE RETRACTED POSITION AND DID NOT GIVE ANY SLACK TO SECURE THE DRIVER IN THE SEAT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CYLINDER WOULD NOT RELEASE THE TENSION TO PULL IT ACROSS THE CONTACT'S BODY. THE CONTACT EMAILED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS REFERRED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 141,700.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-10
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: YV1LS61J7Y2
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* 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 VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A SALVAGE YARD WHERE IT WAS DEEMED DESTROYED. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 143,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-21
- VIN: YV1LS56D3Y2
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING MY CAR ON THE HIGHWAY AND AS SOON AS I REACHED 60 MPH MY ETS LIGHT CAME ON ALONG WITH MY BRAKE LIGHT AND OIL LIGHT. MY SPEEDOMETER WENT TO ZERO AND MY CAR WAS ACTING STRANGE. I PULLED OVER AND STOPPED AND HEARD A LOUD NOISE FROM THE ENGINE. I TURNED OFF MY CAR. I CALLED AAA AND ASKED FOR A TOW. WHILE THE TOW TRUCK WAS COMING, I TRIED TURNING MY CAR ON AGAIN AND THE ETS LIGHT CAME ON FLASHING AND THE CAR WOULDN'T START. I STARTED TO GOOGLE THIS PROBLEM AND SAW MANY PEOPLE HAD THE ETS ON THEIR VOLVO RECALLED. I CALLED VOLVO AND THEY DECLINED TO HELP ME. THEY SAID I NEED TO PAY FOR A NEW ETS MODULE. THEY SAID MY CAR DOESN'T HAVE A RECALL ON IT. I FOUND THIS TO BE NOT TRUE AFTER CHECKING YOUR WEBSITE FOR RECALLS ALONG WITH ANOTHER .GOV WEBSITE. I CALLED VOLVO AGAIN AND THE SAME GUY TOLD ME NOT TO CALL THEM ANYMORE AND HE HUNG UP THE PHONE. WHEN MY CAR WAS FINALLY AT HOME, I CALLED MY MECHANIC WHO USED TO WORK AT A DIFFERENT VOLVO (30 MILES FROM WHERE I LIVE) AND HE CAME TO LOOK AT MY CAR. WE SWITCHED OUT THE BATTERY, PUT IN A NEW STARTER, NEW ALTERNATOR, SWITCHED OUT ALL MY FUSES WITH NEW FUSES, CHANGED SPARK PLUGS AND SPARK WIRES, PUT NEW COILS ON AND DID AN OIL CHANGE. THE CAR STARTED, HOWEVER THE ETS LIGHT HAS BEEN ON EVER SINCE AND WHEN I REACH HIGHWAY SPEEDS, IT DOES THE SAME THING. I HAVE NOT DRIVEN IT SINCE. THE ETS IS RECALLED FOR MY VOLVO WHEN I ENTERED THE VIN. I NEED HELP WITH GETTING VOLVO TO FIX THE RECALL OR DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT. THE STATE PATROL DID COME BEHIND ME TO ASK IF EVERYTHING WAS OKAY AS I WAS WAITING FOR THE TOW TRUCK. I DON'T HAVE ANY POLICE REPORTS BUT I DO HAVE THE OFFICERS CARD IF NEEDED.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-03
- Crash: 1
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: THE ENTIRE WHEEL AND TIRE SUDDENLY CAME OFF THE CAR WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET GOING STRAIGHT. THE WHEEL LUGS HAD SEVERED OFF /BROKEN OFF COMPLETELY. THE VEHICLE WAS AT A 40 MPH SPEED. THE CAR WAS TOTALED. THIS CAR WAS VERY WELL MAINTAINED BY INDEPENDENT VOLVO MECHANIC AND HAD NEVER BEEN WRECKED OR INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT BEFORE.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-21
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: ON 8/22//2015 WAS DRIVING ON HIGHWAY IN TEXAS WHEN NOTICED FRONT LEFT TIRE DIDN'T FEEL RIGHT. AFTER A FEW MINUTES THE LEFT FRONT TIRE BLEW, BUT WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER. LOOKS LIKE THE TREAD CAME AWAY FROM THE TIRE WITH SIDEWALL CRACKING TOO. NO CAR DAMAGE, NOBODY HURT. CALLED A LOCAL TIRE SERVICE WHICH CAME AND REPLACED TIRE TO ENABLE TRIP COMPLETION. MICHELIN PRIMACY MXV4 DOT# APDA 3VXX 2612 SIZE P195/60R15 TIRES WERE NEW ON 12 31/2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-03-10
- VIN: YV1LS61JXY2
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S70. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. WHEN MAKING A LEFT OR RIGHT TURN, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE ETS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 131,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-11-01
- VIN: YV1LS61J8Y2
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SERVICE ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE STALLED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHEN COMING TO A STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE SOFTWARE NEEDED TO BE UPDATED AND THE CODE WAS SHOWING THAT THE THROTTLE BODY DISPLAYED AN INVALID ERROR CODE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 06V441000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNAVAILABLE.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-06-06
- VIN: YV1LS56D7Y2
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: PURCHASED VEHICLE USED SEVERAL WEEKS AGO. WHILE PERFORMING FINE DURING TEST DRIVE, WITHIN HOURS VEHICLE DEVELOPED ISSUE WHERE IT ATTEMPTS TO SURGE FORWARD WHILE BRAKING (AT STOP LIGHT, IN DRIVEWAY, ETC.) WHICH HAS ALMOST CAUSED NUMEROUS ACCIDENTS. OTHER TIMES, WHEN PRESSING THE GAS PEDAL, THE CAR HESITATES AND ALMOST STALLS BEFORE ACCELERATING, CAUSING DANGEROUS CONDITIONS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. BRAKES INSPECTED AND ARE PERFECT AS IS FUEL PUMP, FUEL INJECTORS, ENGINE, ETC.; MECHANIC SUGGESTED THAT THIS IS RELATED TO A RECALL VOLVO ISSUED IN 2006 REGARDING THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE. VOLVO INFORMED ME THAT IT IS NO LONGER HONORING THIS RECALL. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-01-16
- VIN: YV1LS53D1Y2
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I HAVE A 2000 VOLVO S70 WITH ETS LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. THE CAR STALLS AND SURGES/LUNGES AT ALL RATES OF SPEED AND IS VERY UNSAFE. AFTER DOING RESEARCH I FOUND OUT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS PART. I CALLED MY LOCAL DEALER AND RAN THE VIN#. THEY STATED THE RECALL WAS DONE IN 2009. I CALLED VOLVO CORP. CUSTOMER CARE LINE AND THEY STATED THAT MY CAR WAS TOO OLD AND NO LONGER COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY/RECALL. I DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW I AM RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYING FOR A FAULTY PART BY THE OEM MANUFACTURE WHEN THEY REPLACED THE FAULTY PART WITH FAULTY PARTS. IN MY RESEARCH I FOUND OUT IF MY ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACE IT WOULD HAVE A YELLOW LABEL ON IT. MINE DOES NOT. IT HAS THE ORIGINAL WHITE LABEL ON IT. I BELIEVE THAT IT MAY HAVE HAD THE SOFTWARE UPGRADE AND CLEANED BUT I DO NOT BELIEVE THE ACTUAL UNIT WAS REPLACED. I TOOK MY CAR INTO THE LOCAL VOLVO STORE IN WINTER PARK FL WHERE I WAS CHARGED A TOTAL OF $127 AND SOME CHANGE TO TELL ME THAT I NEEDED A NEW ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY AND WOULD REQUIRE A NEW SOFTWARE UPGRADE. TOTAL COST TO REPAIR $880.00 AND QUOTE DOES NOT SAY THAT THE SOFTWARE UPDATE IS INCLUDED. I AM NOT THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF THE CAR. I BOUGHT IT WITH 75,000 MILES AND CURRENTLY HAVE 92,000 MILES. VOLVOS EFFORTS TO FIX THIS PROBLEM IS NOT WORKING AND IF IT DOES WORK IT DOES NOT FIX THE CAR FOR VERY LONG. WHY IS IT THAT THE WARRANTY FOR THE RECALL PART IS BASED ON THE TOTAL VEHICLE MILEAGE AND AGE INSTEAD OF THE AGE AND MILEAGE OF THE REPLACEMENT PART OR FROM THE TIME THE RECALL WAS ISSUED? I DO NOT HAVE ANY FAITH THAT SPENDING THE MONEY TO FIX THE CAR WILL SOLVE THE PROBLEM ONLY DELAY IT FROM RECURRING WITH IN MONTHS OR FEW THOUSAND MILES. THIS IS STILL AN ON GOING PROBLEM WITH THIS MODEL CAR AND VOLVO DOES NOT SEEM TO CARE THAT THEY ARE PUTTING LIVES IN DANGER. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-07-02
- VIN: YV1LS61J8Y2
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: I WAS UNABLE TO START THE VOLVO S70 2000 ENGINE AT ALL ON 7/2/12 AND AFTER CHECKED BY TECHNICIAN THAT THE FUEL PUMP WAS NOT WORKING AND REPLACEMENT WAS NEEDED. THIS PROBLEMS HAD OCCURRED MANY TIMES IN THE LAST 6 MONTHS, YET I WAS ABLE TO START THE ENGINE AFTER SEVERAL TRIES. THIS TIME, THE ENGINE WAS NOT STARTED AT ALL EVEN WITH MANY TRIES THAT THE FUEL PUMP REPLACEMENT IS DEFINITELY NEEDED AND IT COSTS ME $732 TO FIX IT ON 7/3/12. BASED ON THE VOLVO RECALLS HISTORY, VOLVO S70 FROM 2001 FORWARDS MODELS WERE RECALLED. BUT I WONDER WHY WAS NOT FOR MY S70 2000 WHICH HAD THE SIMILAR PROBLEM. PLEASE INSTRUCT AND ASSIST ON HOW TO RECEIVED REIMBURSEMENT FROM VOLVO THE COST OF THE FUEL REPLACEMENT SINCE THIS WAS THE SIMILAR PROBLEM IN THE RECALLS FOR VOLVO S70 FROM 2001 FORWARDS MODELS. *JS
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-10-27
- VIN: YV1LS61J7Y2
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: VEHICLE THROTTLE BECAME UNSTABLE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO NOT MAINTAIN STEADY ACCELERATION EVEN WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS IN A STEADY POSITION. DIAGNOSED AS FAILING THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR. VOLVO REFUSED TO REPAIR UNDER EXTENDED WARRANTY OR RECALL SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS 12 MONTHS PAST THE EXPIRATION OF THE 10 YEAR, 200,000 MILE EXTENDED WARRANTY ON POWER TRAIN. VOLVO FAILED TO NOTIFY ME OF THE RECALL, EVEN THOUGH MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN REGISTERED AT MY CURRENT HOME ADDRESS SINCE 2006. *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-11-01
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: 2000 S70 VOLVO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ELECTRONIC THROTTLE AND VEHICLE SPEED *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE ETS LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE WAS ACCELERATING BY ITSELF AND THEN WENT INTO LIMP MODE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED. ALSO, A SOFTWARE UPGRADE WAS NEEDED, BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. *JB
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-10-24
- VIN: YV1LS56D6Y2
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LUNGE FORWARD. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE AND THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE SYSTEM LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTO REPAIR SHOP. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ACTUATOR, THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE AND HOUSING WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THERE WAS A RECALL UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 06V441000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL), THAT MAY BE RELATED TO THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 121,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-08-25
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: VOLVO S70, 2000 THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PROPERLY, LOST SOME POWER WHEN STOPPING OR TURNING, FINALLY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. DEALERSHIP CHARGED US $1100. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ONE AGAIN THE NEXT DAY. THAT IS TODAY, I AM TAKING IT BACK TO VOLVO TOMORROW AND RIAISING HECK TO HAVE HIS REPLACED FOR FREE. *TT
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-03-15
- VIN: YV1LS61J9Y2
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: NOTICED BARE WIRES INSIDE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY, BOTH SIDES, WHEN CHANGING BULB. WRAPPED WIRES UNTIL I COULD FIND A WIRING HARNESS. LOW BEAM WAS WORSE THAN HIGH BEAM. CHECKED WITH VOLVO, TALLAHASSEE, FL AND THEY STATED THERE WERE NO RECALLS CONCERNING HEADLIGHT (OR SWITCH). RECENTLY BOUGHT TWO NEW WIRING HARNESSES AND INSTALLED BUT NOTICED THEY WERE ALSO NOT CORRECTLY INSULATED (PLASTIC) JUST LIKE THE OLD ONES (16 GAGE WIRE WITH PLASTIC, VS SILICON HIGH TEMP INSULATION.) ALSO, ON INSPECTION, NOTICED THE SAME HARNESS ON MY OTHER VOLVO, A 2002 VOLVO, HAD BEEN UPGRADED TO HEAVY DUTY WIRING WITH SILICON BASED INSULATION. DANGEROUS! BARE WIRES COULD HAVE SHORTED OUT HEADLIGHTS AT NIGHT! HAVE OLD HARNESS AND PICTURES. CAN SEND/EMAIL AS REQUIRED. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-01-02
- VIN: YV1LS61J0Y2
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 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 POTENTIALLY BE DANGEROUS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED HER THAT THEY WOULD SEND HER A COUPON SINCE THE ACTUAL RECALL HAS EXPIRED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 79,300. TB
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-09-06
- VIN: YV1LS56D9Y2
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: 2000 VOLVO S70 ETM ISSUES VEHICLE LUNGES, HAS ALMOST CAUSED ACCIDENT, SAFETY ISSUE. *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-04-18
- Fire: 1
- VIN: YV1LS61J2Y2
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S70. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN BRAKING AND THEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE WOULD SPORADICALLY LUNGE FORWARD OR THERE WOULD BE LIMITED ACCELERATION POWER. THE ETF THROTTLE WARNING LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THEY WERE UNABLE TO ASSIST THE CONTACT DUE TO THE AGE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 93,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-06-21
- VIN: YV1LS56D6Y2
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S70. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE RPM'S SUDDENLY INCREASED FROM 2000 TO 3000 WITHIN 15 SECONDS WITHOUT THE CONTACT ENGAGING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE AIR MASS METER, EVAPORATOR VALVE, CATALYTIC CONVERTER, AND THE SPEED SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 117,000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 118,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-05-13
- VIN: YV1LS61J4Y2
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S70. WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND STALLED. THE CONTACT MOVED THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROADWAY AND ALLOWED IT TO SIT FOR FIVE MINUTES BEFORE RESTARTING. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED NORMAL OPERATION AND WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE HE WAS ADVISED OF A RECALL RELATING TO THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT CONFIRMED THAT NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V441000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL) REPAIRS HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE AND HE HAD BEEN EXPERIENCING THE FAILURE SINCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT FURTHER REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 115,000.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-05-21
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: AFTER SCRAPING A CURB AND TEARING THE SIDEWALL OF ONE OF THE 195/60HR-15 BRIDGESTONE POTENZA RE960AS POLE POSITION TIRES ON MY 2000 VOLVO S70, I REPLACED IT WITH THE SAME TIRE. SEVEN MONTHS AND ONLY A FEW THOUSAND MILES LATER, THE REPLACEMENT TIRE DEVELOPED A BULGE IN THE SIDEWALL. SINCE PURCHASING THE SET IN MARCH OF 2008, THIS IS THE THIRD TIRE I'VE HAD TO REPLACE DUE TO A SIDEWALL PROBLEM. I GENUINELY BELIEVE THIS TO BE DUE TO A DEFECT IN THE SIDEWALL OF THE TIRE. I'VE RETAINED THE MOST RECENTLY REPLACED TIRE IN CASE THE NHTSA DESIRES TO INSPECT IT. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-10-10
- VIN: YV1LS61J1Y2
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
- Summary: THE ABS MODULE HAS FAILED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HAVE LOSS OF POWER AT START. IN ADDITION, THE BRAKES DO NOT WORK AT FULL CAPACITY, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO BE UNSAFE. THE SPEEDOMETER IS ALSO INOPERATIVE. THE FAILURE OCCURS QUITE FREQUENTLY DURING DRIVE TIME. HAVING THE PART REBUILT. *TR
2000 Volvo S70 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2000 Volvo S70.
- Manufacturer: CARDONE INDUSTRIES, INC.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
- Summary: CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAIL AND LEAK BRAKE FLUID.
- Consequence: LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.
- Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- 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.
- Consequence: THIS RESULTED IN A HIGH NUMBER OF VEHICLES GOING INTO THE LIMP HOME MODE WITHOUT NEED.
- Remedy: 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.
- Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY CEASE TO FUNCTION.
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: 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.
- Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF NA, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
- 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.
- Consequence: THIS WOULD FAIL TO WARN AN APPROACHING DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE IS TURNING AND COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT TURN SIGNAL BULB AND SOCKET.
Negative 2000 Volvo S70 car reviews
Positive 2000 Volvo S70 car reviews
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I'm glad to hear that you've mostly enjoyed your Volvo S70 sedan! It's great to know that it's pretty good on gas, especially on the highway. It sounds like you experience excellent driving performance on the highway, and for the most part, in the city too. Although, I understand that there are times when the driving performance can be a bit jerky.
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The S70 GLT SE is an excellent car. It has great power, near-luxury comforts, a stable ride on the road, and good safety features. The sound system is unbelievable with an 8-speaker design. It's clear that Volvo is taking inspiration from Japanese quality and appearance. However, some of us still appreciate boxy, heavy, classic car designs. It's worth noting that Ford's influence on design is becoming more prominent.
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This car is like a comfortable pair of old jeans on a lazy Saturday morning! I've had no problems after 36k miles, just regular oil changes and routine visits to the dealership for filter and fluid level checks. It doesn't squeak or rattle at all. With winter tires, this car has the best traction in the snow compared to several 4x4's I've owned. My wife and I both love our XC, it was our first Volvo and she even converted from a minivan to get one!
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Only minor problems, and they were fixed under warranty: faulty alarm immobilizer and rattling headrest. Other than that, the car has held up very well. It has more than adequate power, although I wish the T5 would have been available when I bought the car in 4/00. I am excited to consider an S60R, set to debut sometime in 2002.
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Great auto! It sounds like it has been well taken care of with reliable performance and great gas mileage (25/30). Plus, the exterior is in great condition from being kept in a garage. It's also great that you have all the repair and inspection records available. I'm excited to hear that you're ready to buy a 2007 Volvo!
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Tito Lockman 2024-10-24
I had previously owned a 1992, 940 and it was an absolute joy to drive. However, my current S70 has been giving me a lot of trouble lately. I have experienced several issues such as electrical problems, leaking seals, and faulty valves. Although my private mechanic has informed me that I am not alone in this, I am still looking for a way to resolve these issues. During my last visit to the Volvo dealership, I expressed my concerns about the number of problems I was having and the service representative sympathized with me, stating that some S80 owners have it even worse.
Bernardo Tromp 2024-09-13
There is a good reason why this dog is on the Consumer Reports