Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING | |||||
| 6411 | 09/27/2001 | 626878 | Subject regarding software function id 664, steering wheel module -diagnostic trouble code, electronic control module-928c, and central electronic module-1a5b. *yd | 12/19/2001 | |
| 6406 | 08/17/2000 | 6406 | 615033 | Subject regarding an software upgrade for the speed sensitive steering to improve steering comfort. *tt | 12/18/2000 |
| STEERING - COLUMN LOCKING - ANTI-THEFT DEVICE | |||||
| 3612 | 02/19/1999 | 604407 | Information pertaining to security options. *tt | 04/28/1999 | |
| STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) | |||||
| 4430023 | 01/01/2000 | 613431 | Information on installing an additional guide sleeve - automatic gearbox. *tt | 07/13/2000 | |
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||||
| 6408 | 04/12/1999 | 6408 | 606294 | Information on the power steering system. *tt | 08/16/1999 |
| 6408 | 03/15/1999 | 604506 | Subject regarding power steering system. *tt | 05/04/1999 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING | |||
| 02/14/2004 | 107000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns 1999 volvo s80. the contact noticed the vehicle was leaking power steering fluid, after parking. the vehicle was taken to a repair shop, but the diagnosis was unknown. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and they stated the vin does not qualify for a recall that was mentioned on television. the nhtsa campaign id was unknown. the failure mileage was 107,000, and the current mileage was 109,000. rds. | |||
| 12/04/2004 | 60000 | 4 | |
| Tl*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 *cn 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. *jb | |||
| 12/10/2006 | 70000 | 1 | |
| Variable speed power steering. no power steering at -0- miles per hour. needed new steering pump at 70,000 miles. *tr | |||
| 1 | |||
| Dealership performed inspection on vehicle and a number of defects was seen. one particular defect was the steering box. consumer have been from one dealer to another but no replacement has been made. *la the consumer was waiting for the steering rack to be installed in the vehicle.*jb | |||
| 01/15/2004 | 1 | ||
| While driving the steering wheel locked up. the driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and unlocked the steering. he drove the vehicle to the dealer for analysis. the mechanic noticed that the steering fluid was leaking from under the hood. the driver stated that the vehicle has been at the dealer for three months. the mechanic is waiting for a steering rod. . netmet volvo 153-20 hillside ave. jamaica new york 11432 ***************718 523 5858 tony johnson(service manager). *nm | |||
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||
| 01/10/2006 | 75000 | 1 | 07/02/2003 |
| Transmission problems causing dangerous driving conditions. the transmission slips when going between 2nd and 3rd. also had issues with the engine going to 700 rpms when going 65 mph. this is just one of the many problems. the solenoid went out in the transmission about 13000 miles ago. currently i have three different error codes transmission service urgent, low oil pressure stop engine asap, and emission service required. i have read many other people have the same problems i have had. nm | |||
| 04/01/1999 | 4000 | 20 | 03/20/1999 |
| Vehicle message center displayes: abs system failure/servicing transmission system service power steering service emissions control service also, there is an engine oil leak and a tie rod replacement/four wheel alignment was required cruise control is intermittent directional signal inop headlights come on when not commanded etc. incident date--throughout ownership . *ak | |||
| 03/10/2003 | 54500 | 1 | 04/17/1999 |
| 1) p/s unit failed allowing p/s fluid to rapidly drain out. *nlm | |||
| STEERING - LINKAGES - TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | |||
| 12/04/2004 | 60000 | 4 | |
| Tl*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 *cn 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. *jb | |||
| 04/01/1999 | 4000 | 20 | 03/20/1999 |
| Vehicle message center displayes: abs system failure/servicing transmission system service power steering service emissions control service also, there is an engine oil leak and a tie rod replacement/four wheel alignment was required cruise control is intermittent directional signal inop headlights come on when not commanded etc. incident date--throughout ownership . *ak | |||
| 01/18/2002 | 5 | 08/01/2099 | |
| I have had several problems with this car. frame, engine, transmission and drive shaft, steering, and power locks. i have had the transmission replaced twice. i took it in for service 6 times before they repaired the problem. i have taken the car in with 8 bulb position light complaints, 3 steering complaints, 4 complaints regarding the check engine light coming on, and the most recent problem, the engine just quits while driving. i have been without this car for over 7 weeks this year alone. i am stuck between the dealer and the manufacturer. volvo has responded to my complaint that i filed with the new motor vehicle board by say, a volvo technical specialist and lawrence volvo's service tech have driven the estes' 1999 volvo s80 in excess of 500 miles and determined that no non-conformities exist. in an effort to demonstrate that we value the estes' as our customers, lawrence volvo will contact them to make a very fair offer to trade them into a new vehicle. i don't want another volvo. i want mine fixed or volvo can adjust the purchase price or buy it back. i recently received a recall notice on the car and now fear even more problems.*ak | |||
| 07/10/2000 | 1 | 05/01/1999 | |
| Car developed a pronounced front-end shimmy not unlike would be felt with an unbalanced wheel. dealership confirmed that the tie rod was about to failed. | |||
| STEERING - RACK AND PINION | |||
| 11/19/2004 | 2 | ||
| While driving a grinding noise was heard coming from the front. consumer noticed a liquid leaking from underneath the vehicle while parked. the driver was able to drive it to the dealer for inspection. mechanic determined that rack and pinion steering needed replaced. *ak | |||
| 10/22/2003 | 41000 | 1 | |
| Rack and pinion went out on vehicle--volvo says part is not available to repair vehicle, part is under investigation. no one at volvo will give me reasonable resolution to the problem. totally uncooperative. | |||
| STEERING - RACK AND PINION - RACK | |||
| 08/11/2000 | 3 | ||
| Dealer advised car had a defective steering rack, which was replaced along with associated o rings. eleven days after warranty work was completed, owner was driving vehicle when the car caught on fire. fire was attributed to a crimped o-ring. dealer replaced the o-ring and has been test driving vehicle since then. the o-ring has crimped again recreating the same scenario. owner is now in the middle between dealer and volvo pointing fingers at each other. | |||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||
| 08/01/1999 | 1 | 10/01/1999 | |
| When vehicle turns left steering wheel binds up. steering wheel does not allow vehicle to make a full left turn. while attempting to turn left, vehicle will go half way, and consumer is forced to reverse and move straight. dealership is unable to reproduce problem, and issue a remedy. also, consumer attempted to fill the gas tank w/ fuel when it was 3/4 of a way empty. gas nozzle would not pump the gas as if the tank was full. so consumer pulled the fuel pump out, and fuel started to squirt out on consumer, and a puddle on the floor. *ak | |||