Car surges randomly at lower speeds. Car also loses power on freeway and acceleration fluctuates uncontrollably at times. All symptoms happening while car is in motion, mostly at speeds over 50mph. I brought the car to my local dealership where there were open recalls on the model I own. After recall was performed, the symptoms have increased and worsened. Dealership is refusing to take any responsibility.

- San Diego, CA, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Volvo V70. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled intermittently. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the ETM needed to be replaced. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 06V441000 (vehicle speed control); however, the manufacturer and local dealer indicated that the timeframe had expired to receive the recall repair, even if the mileage was less than 200,000. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 112,000.

- Bethesda, MD, USA

As I was driving home the car started running very rough and was not able to get it above 25 mph. It also started to lunge forward sporadically and it seemed like it was going to stall at any moment. I contacted Volvo directly and they called it "limp home mode" and that's exactly what it was, horrable!!. I consider myself lucky that my children were not with me. Apparently Volvo recognizes the problem but are no longer fixing this ongoing problem. Volvo estimated that the fix would be on the low end $900 up to about $1400. Volvo is not taking anymore responsibility and now it's up to the consumer to absorb the cost.

- Chula Vista, CA, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Volvo V70. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the rpms decreased and the vehicle stalled. The contact mentioned that the check engine, ECM and the limp home mode warning messages illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle had surpassed the statute of limitations for repairs under NHTSA campaign id number: 06V441000 (vehicle speed control). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 156,000 and the current mileage was 158,000.

- Pembroke Pines, FL, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Volvo V70. The contact stated that the electronic throttle positioning sensor warning light would illuminate constantly, causing the vehicle to run slow and sluggish. The vehicle would have to be turned off and restarted whenever the failure occurred in order for the vehicle to reset. The dealer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was repaired for the failure in 2006 under NHTSA campaign id number: 06V441000 (vehicle speed control). The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 93,877.

- Chula Vista, CA, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Volvo XC70 (N/a). The contact stated that the electronic throttle control system warning light was illuminated in 2004. The dealer replaced the throttle body system and made updates to the vehicle computer. The contact was offered an extended warranty to cover the failure for up to ten years from the date of service. Most recently, the warning light was illuminated again and the dealer was contacted. The dealer advised the contact that the warranty had expired in 2008 and any repairs would be at the contacts expense. The manufacturer was contacted but provided no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 103,300.

- Ann Arbor , MI, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Volvo V70. The contact stated that the check engine and ESC warning lights were illuminated. The engine then exhibited an abnormal increase in rpms accompanied by a loud noise. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 06V441000 (vehicle speed control) but was informed by the manufacturer that the repairs had been performed by the previous owner. The vehicle was not further repaired. The current and failure mileage was 204,529.

- Annapolis, MD, USA

Back in June of 2008 - on start up my 99 Volvo V70 - would rough idle, rev to 4000 and would not exceed 20 mph. The idle sounded like sneakers in a dryer. I took the car to my garage and was quoted $2000 to replace the ETM - I was told by my garage that the ETM may still be under warranty. After speaking with Volvo usa - I was advised that this part was under warranty and I should bring to the nearest Volvo dealership. I did. Boston Volvo village - did a software update and after that reported no issues with the ETM - they claimed cracked vacuum hoses were the problems. They replaced the hoses and return the car. The car broke down a day later - rev to 4000, rough idle, won't go over 20 mph - sneakers in washing machine sound. I brought the car back to boston Volvo village - this time they told me that I had an bad accelerator pedal - which was replace cost was $225. The car broke down a third time - this time on a busy highway - I was able to pull off - but if not for some excellent driving by others on the road there would had been a 3 car pile up. Boston Volvo village towed the car back to their garage. One of their employees admitted to me that the emt was the problem - but that Volvo makes it impossible to replace the ETM.

- Boston, MA, USA

I have a 99 Volvo V70 T5, on July 3rd of 2006 we had the vehicle in as the ETM light was on, the dealer upgraded the software of the ETM at no cost, now a year later the vehicle is undrivable. It surges at low idle causing the vehicle to jump forward, it consistently stalls out and now is beginning to surge while driving down the road at any RPM. I feel that this is a extreme hazard and I am no longer able to drive the vehicle.

- Twin Falls, ID, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Volvo V70. The contact stated that the electronic throttle system (ets) and engine lights remained illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer regarding recall # 06V441000 regarding vehicle speed control. The dealer performed the repair, but the lights remained illuminated. The dealer stated that the tube gasket needed to be cleaned. After the tube gasket was cleaned the failure recurred. Currently, the vehicle vibrated when it was started, and could not accelerate beyond 10 mph. The current mileage is 87,000, and the failure mileage was unknown.

- Jamaica, NY, USA

The contact owns a 1999 Volvo V70. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled in traffic repeatedly without warning. A local mechanic stated that the vehicle needed a new throttle. The dealer stated that ecm902F was not the designated code for a new throttle. The current mileage is 80,000, and failure mileage was 79,800.

- Atlanta, GA, USA

The idle on my car was rough, and after a mechanic failed to turn up the cause I found a reason on a Volvo forum on the web. The problem was a dirty throttle butterfly valve. I cleaned it in accordance to the Volvo service bulletin. Five thousand miles later I am driving my car in stop and go traffic and the car starts sputtering, racing, and the engine is generally behaving poorly. I found that I could even out the idle and keep the car from stalling in traffic by keeping my right foot depressing the accelerator at all times, and using my left foot for the brake. I was not in any accidents, but almost got rear ended at least once.

- Goleta, CA, USA

: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled under normal driving conditions. The vehicle would surge prior to stalling. The surge was controllable during braking. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who changed the software of the electronic throttle module, but the problems persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who cleaned the throttle module. The problem reoccurred constantly. The dealer could not provide a determination for the cause of the problem on both occasions. The contact also received a letter from the manufacturer concerning an extension on the warranty on parts that included the electronic throttle system. The dealer did not honor the letter.

- Garden Grove, CA, USA

I was driving my 1999 Volvo V70 on the highway, and it constantly accelerates and decelerates on its own with no action done by me. In one case it accelerated to the point in which I lost control and caused an accident. Vehicle is in the process of having the ETM replaced at the dealership at a cost of $1000 to me because it is outside of warranty coverage.

- Salt Lake City, UT, USA

: the contact stated the ets light illuminated then the vehicle stalled. This occurred at any speed and mainly while turning and applying the brakes. This is an ongoing problem, and happened 50-60 times. The dealership was unable to determine a problem.

- Kailua, HI, USA

Failure of the electronic throttle module resiulted in erratic throttle response. Surging on idle was causing problems if brake was not applied strongly enough. Cruise control was also erratic in function. Took to the dealer for replacement @ $1200. They gave no indication that this was a chronic problem. I only discovered the chronic nature of the problem on a bulletin board web site for Volvo's.

- Lake Tapps, WA, USA

The contact stated while driving the vehicle stalled intermittently. The vehicle has been to the dealership numerous times to have the electronic throttle module replaced. The contact was afraid to drive the vehicle. The problem recurred after repairs made. The vehicle surges and stutters violently the manufacturer has been contacted. The door latch was broken. A loose ball joint was replaced. The drivers window would not go up. Updated 01/25/06.

- Edina , MN, USA

1999 Volvo V70 wagon. Vehicle stalled/lost power and died while driving due to electronic throttle module (ETM) failure. The ETM was replaced.

- Milton, MA, USA

Stalling at low speeds. The ETM has been replaced twice, xref 10137600. The mass air flow unit was replaced, the bulbs burned out, the blower motor fan would run constantly, the check engine and ABS light would illuminate. The consumer sold the vehicle in May 2005. Updated 01/09/06.

- Southbury, CT, USA

I own a 99 Volvo V70 wagon, purchased used. Vehicle has developed drivablility problems relating to the ETM, (electronic throttle module) and will suddenly stop or cut out while driving, often resulting in a very dangerous situation, especially on the highway. Dealer says that this is a very common problem with this year Volvo and estimates cost to repair at $800-$1200 but also notes that problem often returns because replaced parts often fail also. This is a problem that is affecting large numbers of Volvo cars, and it needs to be addressed by NHTSA!

- Indianapolis, IN, USA