Two problems related to software have been reported for the 2001 Volvo S80. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Volvo S80 based on all problems reported for the 2001 S80.
My etm on Volvo S80, t6 model (year 2001) has a recall on it issued by Volvo but the problem is that this part along with the throttle body is defective and needs constant computer update, and than the etm faults without notice and takes with it the whole infrastructure despite etm being serviced and new software being installed by dealer. The dealer is not always keen on working on etm or throttle bottle issues as they don't get payment on time from Volvo and they need to do a lot of paper work to et paid by Volvo USA. The car stalls suddenly and one of these days I am afraid this will lead to a major crash as gov. 't can't stop what Volvo USA wants to accomplish and that is profits and not recalling their defective equipment. Human lives are second to corporate profits has already being noted ad shown.
I experienced a sudden loss of engine power while driving on the interstate. At approximately 60 mph, my Volvo 2001 S80 sedan experienced a sudden loss of power with an instrument indication of "reduced power". The problem recurred twice before I was forced to take the car to a Volvo dealer for diagnosis and repair. The dealership advised me that the auto required a major repair, for which I incurred a bill of $1142. 68. The following items were billed: replace throttle body and download new software for throttle body module: (1) 8644347 0 throttle body ($561. 90) (1) 8636753 9 gasket ($4. 69) (1) 9438290 0 etm reload ($40. 95) (1) 1003 clamp ($1. 75) replace pedal sensor: (1) 111 cp ($85. 00) (1) 30683516 accelerator pe ($108. 39) parts total: $717. 68 labor total: $425. 00.