Table 1 shows three common vehicle speed control related problems of the 1998 Volvo S90. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle speed control (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the car accelerates on its own (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | |
| Car Accelerates On Its Own problems | |
| Accelerator Pedal problems |
S10 appropriate handling- letter from regarding Volvo problems the consumer stated the engine would race in an erratic manner for no particular reason as high as 5,000 rpm's. Using the brake had no effect. The consumer stated he had to shift the vehicle in park to stop the vehicle. Read details...
While backing into my garage on 2/6/2010, my 1998 Volvo S90 suddenly accelerated. I realized that the car was speeding and I applied the brake. Unfortunately, the car was going so fast that it crashed into a wooden platform in my garage. The platform and my car were severely damaged. Read details...
Design of the accelerator pedal is located further to the left than other vehicles resulting in accidental application to brake pedal when extending to push the accelerator pedal. Yh Read details...