When im driving and have to come to a slow stop im hearing the master cylinder sound like its rubbing against something loudly even with the appropriate brake fluid and measure is filled within it, also the air conditioner blows hot air during the summer causing the car to fail during hot weather

- Chicago, IL, USA

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- Saint Louis, MO, USA

While we were try I G to repair this vehicle we were test driving it a D came to a full stop at a stoplight signal and could not downshift vehicle into 1st gear from a stop after the vehicle was at normal running temperature. Causing it to go I to a limp home mode. So while we were driving we noticed that the floor was saturated with antifreeze and a sweet odor from the vents was noticed with a smoke. We serviced the transmission without success. Also noticed an no oil pressure read on dash only when we were not in acceleration. This disappear when upon acceleration and returned when idling. We serviced the oil filter the fluids performed a motor flush first and replaced the oil pressure switch. Without successful repairs and continue of the code returns after performing a drive cycle numerous times. We are convinced this is caused by the recall #R155. Thank you for help in repairing this issue under the NHTSA recall#06V441000.

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Volvo S80. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 mph, the vehicle began to operate roughly and the engine stalled without warning. After fifteen minutes, the vehicle restarted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. In 2007, the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 06V441000 (vehicle speed control) however, the failure recurred eight years later. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.

- Walla Walla, WA, USA

I am writing you today in regard of a recall for my 1999 Volvo S80's ETM (electronic throttle module). In 2006, there was a class action lawsuit in which Volvo agreed to extend the warranty of the ETM to 10 years or 200,000 miles. I have owned the car for about a year and bought the car from my father. My father owned the car since 2007, and had frustratingly spent a total of approximately $7,000 in (documented) repairs. He never received notification of this recall and would have undoubtedly made that repair knowing the part was recalled and there was a strong likelihood the part was defective. The car as of now has under 126,000 miles and has been out of warranty since 2009. Volvo will cover a software upgrade for free, but in the event the software patch fails, the repair will cost in upwards of $1000. Is there anything you can do on my behalf to get that repair taken care of service bulletin number : 155 NHTSA item number : 10019595 component : vehicle speed control date of bulletin : Mar 20, 2006 I sincerely thank you for any help you can give me.

- Mifflinburg, PA, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Volvo S80. While accelerating from a stop, the contact felt a thump from the driver side wheel. The failure occurred whenever she accelerated from a stop or decelerated. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the insulation surrounding the wires in the engine compartment were degraded. The vehicle also displayed difficulty when shifting into fourth gear. While driving approximately 70 mph, the contact could not shift out of third gear after attempting to accelerate from 40 mph. The failure occurred intermittently and the check engine light began to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in recalls 00V238000 (suspension: Front: Control arm: Upper ball joint), 02V096000 (engine and engine cooling: Cooling system: Fan), and 06V441000 (vehicle speed control). The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 78,600 and the current mileage was approximately 79,100.

- Boerne, TX, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Volvo S80. While driving on three different occasions there was sudden unintended acceleration. The rpms increased from 700 to 4000. The vehicle was shifted into neutral gear in order to turn the engine off. Within a few seconds before restarting the vehicle the rpms increased. The vehicle was turned off three times and then back on in order to reset itself. The dealer was not contacted nor was the manufacturer notified. The failure mileage was 136,044.

- Homestead, PA, USA

1999 Volvo S 80. Consumer states problems with the transmission and electrical problems the consumer stated while driving, the interior dashboard and overhead lights began to dim and then returned to normal light levels on a repeated basis. There were a couple of incidents, where the vehicle would lunge forward without applying pressure to the accelerator and at times would almost come to a complete stall. The consumer stated he also had problems accelerating as he entered the interstate on entrance ramps due to what appeared to be stalling of the engine. The vehicle completely stalled. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop and it was determined the ETM had failed and needed to be replaced. The repair shop informed the consumer about a recall and extended warranty. However, when the consumer contacted Volvo, he was told his vehicle was updated in August 2008 and they wouldn't assist any further.

- Washington, DC, USA

1999 Volvo S80. Consumer states receipt of letter that states a combination of throttle positioning sensor irregularities a dirty throttle housing and or inefficient software calibration may cause the onset of limp home modes without warning the consumer stated the software update did not solve the issue nor prevent unsafe situations. The dealer even cleaned the electronic throttle module in hopes of resolving the sudden surges, acceleration and engine revving that was occurring, but to no avail. Ultimately, the electronic throttle module had to be replaced, because the software update was not effective.

- Santa Barbara, CA, USA

Volvo S80 stalls at speed, company won't honor extended warranty

- Lawrenceburg, KY, USA

The contact owned a 1999 Volvo S80. The contact stated that there was a fuel leaking into the air ventilation system. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired; however, there are no existing recalls or related warranties. The contact is responsible for the repair costs. There was also a problem with the throttle body. The failure mileage was 107,396.

- Fountain Valley, CA, USA

Took my 1999 Volvo S80 to a Volvo dealership in Texas and they want me to pay out of pocket to replace the ETM ( electronic throttle module) because my vehicle went into service in March 1999 so the 10years/200,000 extended warranty for the ETM, Volvo recall no.155, has expired.

- Dallas, TX, USA

1999 Volvo S80 has issues with recall notice on the electronic throttle system software. Consumer wants a refund for the defects on the vehicle. Prior to the recall, the consumer noticed some irregularities regarding the performance such as the service engine light illuminated and when the vehicle was on an uphill and the accelerator was applied, the vehicle would not move.

- Daly City, CA, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Volvo S80. In 2008, the dealer downloaded the throttle software on the vehicle; however, it continued to stall and lose power while driving 30 mph. The manufacturer stated that NHTSA campaign id number 06V441000 (vehicle speed control) was closed; therefore, they would not assist. The contact will have the vehicle repaired. The failure mileage was 121,000 and current mileage was 122,000. Updated 04/24/09. Updated 04/27/09.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Volvo S80. While driving 40 mph, the vehicle began to slow down and the ABS and engine indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the trollis system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred two weeks later. The vehicle was taken to the dealer again and they stated that the central module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle needed to be taken back to the dealer for further inspection. The failure mileage was 60,000 and current mileage was 97,000. Updated 1/8/09 the ball joint needed to be replaced, the heating system, throttle systems, engine cooling fan and the master cylinder all failed. The vehicle would accelerated on its own. The vehicle stalled on several occasions. The steering made a noise when it was turned. The dealer lubricated the steering. The dealer stated the vehicle needed an O2 sensor. The ignition switch was replaced. The inner tie rods were replaced. 01/14/09.

- Chicago, IL, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Volvo S80. The vehicle first began hesitating and stalling intermittently while driving between 50-60 mph. The failure is now occurring more frequently. The vehicle has been to the dealer three or four times for this failure. The accelerator pedal was replaced twice and the throttle housing module was cleaned; however, the failure continued. The last time the vehicle was taken to the dealer, they could not determine the cause of the failure or provide further assistance. The contact referenced defect investigation number PE05041 (vehicle speed control). The VIN was unknown. The current mileage was 141,000 and failure mileage was 137,000.

- Federal Way, WA, USA

Five lane rush hour freeway driving, 1999 Volvo S80 T6 went into limp home mode without warning. With high speed tractor trailers coming up the rear, there was absolutely no acceleration response from my vehicle. Fortunately was able to quickly push the hazard warning indicator and move over to the shoulder. This is potentially very dangerous and could have caused serious injury to myself or others. After speaking with several service managers at local dealerships, I am less than satisfied that the seriousness of this defect is properly acknowledged. According to Volvo North America customer service rep, the symptoms suggest a defective ETM (electronic throttle module).

- Port Orchard, WA, USA

For the past year my check engine and urgent light have been popping on. I have to go to my machanic (who is Volvo certified) to have them turn off. But the check engine light comes on more frequent now. For the past 6 months, when I start the car, it hesitates and runs rough, like it is going to stall. The first time this happened my machanic said it needed a tune up. Today 10/19/06 I brought it to my macanic again, and they told me it was the throttle module and the 1999 S80 's are having all the same problems, and that I need to take it to an authorized dealer, before it gets worse.

- Atlantic City, NJ, USA

After Volvo performed their recall on my second failure electronic throttle module in April 2006 my cars stalls while driving without warning. At this time Volvo replaced the failed ETM and loaded new controller software into my car. In May 2006 I returned my car to Volvo after 3 stalling events in one week's time, they told me the car set no codes therefore they could not help me until they car told them what was wrong. The problem did not reoccur again until July 8th. At this time I was driving with my family in the car and in a rolling backup at at 30 mph on I-95 in Delaware. The first time was on a downhill section and I was able to restart the car without the car slowing down. The second stalling failure occurred with no warning other then the dash indicator lights coming on, on an uphill section with an semi following directly behind me. In the case also the car immediately restarted, however if this had not been the case my car and family would have been rear-ended by the semi. It is my understanding from research on the internet that the programming changes made by Volvo make it more difficult for the ETM to set a ODI failure code. If this is the case, it may become impossible to determine an ETM failure even when this failure results in an accident. The car is scheduled to be looked at on July, 21, 2006.

- Bel Air, MD, USA

Just after entering the highway and attaining highway speed my 1999 vovlo S80 lost power and had to be coasted off the ramp. The emission service warning came on and the vehicle was idling very rough. The car was towed in to a repair shop and the computer codes indicated the throttle module had failed. After hearing that their was an extended warranty issued I checked the website and learned that this had happened to others. Fortunately this power failure occurred while in the rt hand aloowing the vehicle to safely exit the hwy without incident. Had this loss of power occurred in ione the interior lanes then this incident would've ended in a collision and most likely resulted in injuries to my family. This condition warrants an immediate recall.

- San Diego, CA, USA