general problems of the 2001 Volvo S80 - part 1

The contact owns a 2001 Volvo S80. The contact stated that the rpms began to fluctuate abnormally as the vehicle exhibited signs of possible stalling. The vehicle then activated in limp mode and stopped running. The contact referenced NHTSA recall campaign id number: 06v441000 (vehicle speed control) that dealt with the dirty throttle housing. The recall repair consisted of a software upgrade to correct the failure. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was included in the recall, but the vehicle exceeded the warranty stipulations. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 87,000.

The contact owns a 2001 Volvo S80. The contact stated while driving 40 mph the vehicle shifted into limp mode and decelerated after the check engine lamp illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the electronic throttle module was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was previously repaired under recall NHTSA campaign id number: 06v441000 (vehicle speed control). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 170,000 and the current mileage was 170,200.

The contact owns a 2001 Volvo S80. The contact stated that the vehicle would hesitate before responding to acceleration attempts. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they advised that the throttle module had failed and needed to be cleaned and replaced. The throttle was cleaned but the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure after the cleaning so the throttle was not replaced. The failure recurred within a few weeks. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. Updated 09/27/11 updated 09/30/11.

My check engine light went on. I took my car to my mechanic who informed me the code was for throttle body position sensor and that there was a recall. I called the Volvo dealer and asked them about it. They said, yes there was a recall for software and that my vehicle had gotten the upgrade. I asked if there was anything else they could do about it, the employee in Volvo service said no. I received the same answer when I asked them in person. On March 1, 2011, nearly a year later, I asked another mechanic, who informed me that if the software upgrade didn't work, the dealer was supposed to replace the entire throttle body. I called the another Volvo dealer who informed me that yes, this was the case. My car was one day out of coverage for the recall now. And sometime within the year my computer was reset and the problem code for the throttle body is gone. I am upset because when it was a problem for me, the first dealer gave me the incorrect information about the recall. I was driving for a long time with my car in limp mode and a malfunctioning throttle body. I am sure that the dealer was obligated to replace the throttle body, since it is part of the acceleration system. I think you should compel them to replace my throttle body or guarantee replacement if my throttle body malfunctions again.

The contact owns a 2001 Volvo S80. While driving 35 mph, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle shut off. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they refused to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to another Ford dealer that will perform the repair. The contact stated that the failure has occurred before and she believes that the cause is the vehicle speed control, which is currently under NHTSA recall number 06v441000. She also stated that the radiator was replaced at 28,000 and 56,000 miles and currently needs to be replaced again. The contact stated that the radiator fails every 28,000 miles and the engine coolant light illuminates. The purchase date was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 87,000.

I'm a new owner of a 2001 S80 t6 with 66k miles. Second day of ownership I'm on my way home in the passing lane of a freeway in MA, traffic slows to a stop. As I accelerate the car stalls. I pull to the left of the traveling lane, put the car in park, restart the vehicle. The next day, I pull up to a red light, accelerate and the car stalls. I put it in park, restart the car, and away I go. No messages, no check engine, no codes that I know of. I travel 100 miles a day, and the problem occurs at least every other day. This problem in intermittant and extremely dangerous. The highway I travel on allows travel in breakdown lanes during rush hour. I need to travel in the right travel lane always in the event of another stall. Dealership cleaned the electronic throttle module. Problem continues. Returned to the dealership. They say, "no codes, no new throttle". That's the Volvo policy, gallo Volvo, worcester, mass. Lou is the service manager. How many times does my car need to unexpectedly stall before my car shows a code so I can repair my faulty etm? it's dangerous to my family and me.

We began reporting problems with hesitation and surging in our 2001 S80 t6 several years ago to the service department at our nearest dealer, sill terhar motors in broomfield, colorado. They tried replacing a turbo valve and a software upgrade that was available at the time, and we were told that using the highest octane fuel would be necessary in order to prevent the hesitation. The problem continued. Given the inconvenience of the dealers location and that they had not seemed to be able to correct the problem, we had the vehicle serviced for a while at an independent Volvo mechanic. Last fall the emissions and check engine warning lights turned on, and they replaced an oxygen sensor and/or mass air sensor. The warning lights turned on again, and they recommended that we go to the service department at the dealer. We learned of the "extended warranty" Volvo was beginning to offer as a result of the problems in the design of the electronic throttle module. In early December we left the vehicle with the service department at sill terhar, and they did the software upgrade. Within days the vehicle was running horribly and was stalling in intersections. Sill terhar had the vehicle towed and reported that the problem was due to a hose that had not been fastened securely. Due to travel during the holidays and the multiple snowstorms in colorado in late December, we drove this vehicle in early January after having put only about 100 miles on the vehicle since the time that it was reportedly fully cleared of problems with regard to the etm, the check engine warning light turned on again. We returned to sill terhar, and they said that the problem was due to a faulty right front oxygen sensor. They were certain that this was unrelated to the etm problem. That most recent work cost us $400. We picked up the vehicle last Friday evening and, today, only a few days later, the check engine warning light has turned on yet again.

My 2001 Volvo S80 etm (electronic throttle control) failed, this caused a sudden loss of engine, steering, breaking and headlight systems.

: the contact stated the vehicle lurches forward and stalls. The vehicle speed is 25mph and below when the stalling happens. It was taken to the dealer for inspection and the etm was diagnosed as the problem. The etm was replaced; however the problem still occurs. The performance reduced lamp illuminates each time before the vehicle stalls. The vehicle is currently at the dealer for additional testing.

My 2001 Volvo s-80 suddenly lost all power and came to a stop and would not restart. This occurred in sept. 2003. The dealership, beach Volvo in myrtle beach, SC, wanted over $600 to repair the auto since it was beyond the 50,000 mile warranty. It had 60,000 miles at the time. After a lengthy discussion with Volvo America, they agreed to split the cost between myself, the dealership and Volvo America. The electronic throttle body was replaced. On 12/05/05 the same thing happened. The car now has 82,700 miles. It is being looked at by beach Volvo at this moment.

The contact states was driving on the highway when the car completely stalled, resulting in loss of power. The warning lights came on prior to the car stopping. She reported having no problems prior to this incident. The vehicle was towed to the dealership, and they stated to contact the NHTSA hot line services and file a complaint. The cause has not been determined.

2001 S80, multiple failings of the electronic throttle module. This has happened repeatedly over the last 2 weeks. Too many times to count. Car w/o notice will not accelerate beyond 20 mph, idles roughly. Has almost caused several accidents.

I own a 2001 Volvo S80, 4 dr. Sedan which I am in the process of trading in because on 3 different occasions this year (2005) the car stalled, the last time I needed to have it towed. After doing some research I noted that Volvo had reached an agreement regarding complaints filed in California about the etm module. I believe that was the cause of my stalling. I did have the part replaced, at my expense and the mechanic showed me the part that would not stay closed consequently causing the car to stall. At no time was there an indication that there was a problem - no warning light. While I love the car, I don't feel I can trust it even though a new part was put in. According to the Volvo dealer, part would not be replaced unless warning indicator came on. The last time the car stalled was thanksgiving night.

2001 Volvo S80 t6 1. Failure vehicle speed control/electronic throttle control module 2. Transmission failure - gm transmission.

Vehicle repeatedly stalls at low rpms, decelerating, or coming to stop at traffic lights, off-ramps, toll booths etc. Problem is intermittant, and doesn not yield diagnotics on consistant basis. Dealers refuse to follow-up on problem as diagnostics are inconsistant. One injury avoiding oncoming vehicle upon exiting stalled vehicle. Injury minor, and treated locally.

For the past year (10/04-10/05), my 2001 Volvo S80 sedan has had repeated problems with stalling and loss of power steering. It has occurred at slow speeds and up to 40 mph in traffic. I have taken the car to the dealer twice. They can not find any fault codes during the computer troubleshooting, so my warranty will not cover any repair. They suggested it might be "bad gas" and have sent me home twice having done nothing. The stalling problem has occurred five times in the last month. The car has 66,500 miles on it.

The contact stated the vehicle stalled while driving. There were no warning lights on when this happened. The vehicle was taken to the dealership ,and they replaced the throttle control module at the contact's expense. She received an extended warranty from Volvo, and it stated she needed to contact the manufacturer for reimbursement.

Etm bad/ electronic throttle module this has been a nightmare and it's not resolved yet! I bought my used Volvo s-80 t6 October 20 th with 76,000 miles. Within the day of ownership the service engine required light came on, and I failed mass inspection. I tried to get my money back, but I bought out of state, and they refuse to return calls. I researched the problem and found it was the etm. On Wednesday Nov 10th 2005, I called my local dealer pioneer Volvo in south deerfield mass 1 800 680 2140, and was informed that the etm warranty expired at 70,000 miles, at 76,000 mile, there was no warranty. I asked him about known problems with the etm, and denied that he was aware of any! I asked him for an appointment, explained that he is the closest dealer at 47 minutes away, and that I needed help ASAP due to failed emissions. He told me "bring it in. . . At 9 30 am and maybe I'll look at it. . . . When I asked him for a guaranteed time. . . . He said . . . "maybe in 2 weeks" I decided to fix the problem myself by cleaning the etm, which I understand helps temporarily. I had no choice being I am extremely busy in an unflexible job and financially strapped. However, when reinstalling the etm, the bolts are designed to sheer. The bolt snapped and I have been under my car for 3 days. . . . Still can't extract it. I need my car! I need it to pass inspection! why won't Volvo cover this?.

No acceleration at times. From time to time when merging on freeways or traffic car would not accelerate. Sometimes it would serge. Had a few close calls. First had throttle body (etm) cleaned which didn't work then had throttle body replaced two days later at cost of $1,177. 16.

Purchased 2001 Volvo S80 about a month and a half ago. In the past two weeks the vehicle has developed an engine surge and on two occasions has simply lost power while traveling at 55 miles per hour. Both times a message was displayed stating reduced performance but the vehicle had no power at all. After pulling on to the shoulder I was able to get it started again. The problem has subsequently been diagnosed as the etm. The car is now parked while I try to raise the money to have it fixed. As a retired state trooper I can only say that this is a very dangerous situation and I hope the NHTSA and Volvo will not wait until there are injuries or fatalities to correct the problem.

Volvo S80 electronic throttle module (etm) production defect not covered under warranty as the defect occurred just outside of warranty. Dealer cost to correct is outrageous given this is clearly a manufacturer engineering defect within the throttle body mechanism itself.

I have experienced repeated problems with the electronic throttle module on my 2000 S80 Volvo. For the last couple years I have taken my vehicle to the Volvo service dealer for repeated problems with the car engine surging when coming to a stop. The Volvo dealer service worked on the issue multiple throughout the warranty period, stating they knew of a problem with the etm and to watch it. Now my vehicle is out of warranty and the problem was definitely diagnosed and I had to pay over $900. 00 to get it fixed.

Vehicle stalls without warning. It has occurred while driving at different speeds, on straight aways, on corners and when coming to a stop. The car , on occasion, will attempt to lurch forward while coming to a stop with the foot on the brake.

Etm failure on my 2001 Volvo S80 has left it inoperable and a service bill of $1004. 00 this is a common problem that has already been stated by several other customers. I would like to see something done about this. Volvo has a better reputation than this!please help.

1) driving in a 35 mph zone. Slowing down to turn to side street, approximately 5 mph. 2) without warning, the car stalled. Lost power steering and brakes. I coasted to the intersection and stopped. Placed car in park and restarted on second attempt. 3)took the car into dealer jim fisher Volvo, portland oregon. They checked the throttle control module for cleaning. It was clean so no work was performed. They could not replicate problem, so the returned car with no corrective action. No charge.

The vehicle began idling roughly about 2 weeks ago. It has gotten progressively worse to the point where it stalls in traffic and at stop lights. It also frequently revs itself up. The service department at my dealer has told me that the throttle controller has failed and that it will cost $880 to repair. I read that there is an investigation in to the failure of this part. It seems very dangerous to me and I am concerned enough to report it as it potentially may cause the drive to lose control or the failure could cause an accident.

Well, well - let's see, I bought a 2001 Volvo s-80, t-6 in February 2005 to replace my 1996 740 IL BMW - I thought I would get a more economical and safe car. Boy was I wrong! to my disgust I paid almost $20,000 for this used car and within weeks it started acting up. It turned out to be the mass airflow sensor and the throttle body. I finally - 9 months after purchasing the car - have had to get it fixed - over $1200. 00. I, like another person who filed a complaint, was making a left hand turn on a very busy road, and the car died while in the middle of my turn. Luckily I was able to put it in neutral quick enough and restart it before I got hit. The car also surges dangerously at stops. If you don't have your foot on the brake 110%, the car would lurch forward and hit the car in front of it. I'm so disappointed in this car I will never buy another Volvo. So much for looking forward to "one day purchasing this safe car". Now that I have dumped lots of money into this car, taken vacation time to pick it up and drop it off, it works okay. The throttle body was replaced about 2 weeks ago, but the car still feels like its not giving me 100% - but at least it isn't stalling or surging. I still have my BMW - thank goodness. I'll be getting rid of this Volvo. Ford bought Volvo and they are responsible for making this unreliable car. I also understand that there a class action lawsuit against Volvo (Ford) - it's time they do the right thing and reimburse customers who have been subjected to this dangerous and poorly designed fuel system.

I was driving a 2001 Volvo S80 t6 on the highway preparing to pass a vehicle in order to make my exit. At this time the car lost power and I received a message "performance reduction". After dodging a couple of cars I was able to make it to the side of the road. At that time the car would not start back up, I decided to let the car sit and cool down for about 15 minutes. The car would still not start. I had the vehicle towed to the dealership and they informed me that the etm had failed and the oxygen sensor which cost me about $1300. 00 to repair.

I own a 2001 Volvo S80. I have had trouble with the electronic throttle module not responding to the throttle inputs and surging at idle. It would sometimes kill the car without warning when coming to a stop (losing power-steering while in turns) or make the car lunge forward unexpectedly. The lunging forward has almost caused accidents at intersections. I've been lucky for now, but I will not let my wife drive the car while it is doing this because she may not be able to control the car without power steering and brakes. I took it in for repair and they told me that it was the electronic throttle module, and they need replacing after a while, so I replaced it. 4 months later, I'm experiencing the same idle problems as well as the lunging problems. I am being told that it is the same problem with the throttle module. I've looked at many website forums and found many other people have the same problem through out the globe. There have also been times when it has died while in reverse and I loose power brakes while backing, without notice. I would request a recall and an improved part. . Read more...

Electronic throttle module (etm )replaced second time, 50 mph, stalled x ref 10131141, smch. Updated 1/4/2006 -.

The consumer was experiencing engine stalling. The dealer replaced the electronic throttle module.

The vehicle is a 2001 Volvo S80. The consumer's daughter was driving the vehicle in traffic when it stalled in the middle of the freeway. She was able to get the vehicle to restart but when she put the vehicle into drive it went backwards. When the consumer got there he tried to get it to go forward and it went backwards. They called for a tow truck to take it to the dealer. When the consumer took it to the dealer they told him that it was the throttle body- etm that failed. This was because the banjo fitting had carbon build up. The throttle body is covered by warranty. And the cleaning of the banjo fitting is not. The consumer feels that it should be part of the manufactures preventive maintenance. When he contacted the manufacture they told him that he could not speak to the people there that decide what is covered as normal wear and tear. The vehicle has not been repaired as of yet, although he does intend to have it repaired.

The consumer stated that the vehicle stalled / died and lost power. The engine was missing, and when the gas pedal was pressed the car wouldn't accerlate. The car would only get up to about 20-40 mph. Consumer was going about 70 and the car lost power. The driver was able to drive the car to the dealership, they said the electronic throttle body failed. The dealership replaced it and charged the consumer $883. 00 for the parts and labor.

Surging idle speed. Car lurches forward at times when accelerating from a stop. Car almost stalls when idling in bumper to bumper traffic, requiring you to press on the gas to keep it from stalling, but this makes the car lurch forward even more. Several times I have almost hit the car in front of me. This problem is due to a faulty etm (electronic throttle module) that is described in the NHTSA defect investigation shown below. The etm in my car was replaced two years ago at 46k miles but the same symptoms are recurring. Nhtsa action number : pe05041 NHTSA recall campaign number : n/a make : Volvo model: S80 manufacturer : Volvo cars of n. A. Llc. Year : 2001 component : vehicle speed control date investigation opened : July 26, 2005 date investigation closed : open summary: the office of defects investigation (odi) has received one hundred and thirty-one (131) consumer complaints alleging a variety of concerns resulting from failure of the electronic throttle control module (etm) in the subject vehicles, including a sudden loss of speed and steering assist when driving in highway traffic and sudden and complete stall without warning. In some instances, it has been reported that the vehicles would restart, and in some cases the vehicles were towed. Some consumers allege that after having the etm replaced the new component failed in a similar manner. A preliminary evaluation has been opened to determine the scope, frequency, and potential safety-related consequences of the alleged defect.

I was on the ramp getting on to the highway, and all of a sudden the car stalled. I could not accelerate, and a semi was going to hit the back of my car because I got out there in front of him and then I can't move. So to avoid the accident, I darted of the highway unto the shoulder with the dismay of the truck driver. The information in the left corner gave "performance reduced". I didn't know what happened. So I had it towed, and without finding anything the first day, they found that it was the electronic throttle module. So I had to pay over $1000 to get this fixed. This was back in March, and now I am having the same problem. I am not going to pay another $1000 for the same thing. I almost got into an accident and I already paid over $1000 to get it fixed, and now I have to come out of pocket again only 4 months later. This is horrible, and Volvo should recall all the cars with this electronic throttle module. I have almost got into an accident several time because of the result of this defect. I refuse to get it fixed, because Volvo will not pay for it. I have had it replaced once before, and it is still doing the same thing. Volvo needs to take care of this, because it is obviously a defect on their end. Please help to get this fixed. I don't have another $1000 to get this fixed every three to four months!!!.