Table 1 shows five common power train related problems of the 2000 Volvo S70. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the axle shaft (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Automatic Transmission problems | |
| Axle Shaft problems | |
| Power Train problems | |
| Transmission Noise problems | |
| Axle Assembly problems |
Car began to lose acceleration on 10-15-05 and would take a full 2 min to reach 55 mph with only minimal throttle depression (any more than only the least would cause the drive train to jerk and refuse to propel the car at all). Read details...
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. Read details...
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 Read details...