Accelerator Pedal problems of the 2000 Volvo C70

Two problems related to accelerator pedal have been reported for the 2000 Volvo C70. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Volvo C70 based on all problems reported for the 2000 C70.

1 Accelerator Pedal problem

Failure Date: 07/20/2005

1. Driving on highway 16 - uphill slope, heavy traffic. 2. Speed dropped from 60 to 30 mph - no warning. Car remained very sluggish. Warning for electronic throttle control came on. Put flashers on, moved to right lane at 30 mph. Close call to an acciident. 3. Had car towed to Volvo dealer. Electronic module replaced.

2 Accelerator Pedal problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2000

Arm of accelerator pedal broke when hitting pad. Replaced part twice, problem reoccurred. . Consumer stated failure resulted in sudden acceleration.


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