Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||||
| 460001 | 02/01/2000 | 460001 | 610436 | Some vehicles may exhibit a whining noise from the rear axle (final drive) between 80 and 95 km/h (50 - 60 mph). *tt | 04/28/2000 |
| 460001 | 04/01/2000 | 460001 | 610418 | Experiencing a whining sound from the rear axle (final drive) between 80 and 120 km/h (50-75 mph). *tt | 04/27/2000 |
| 760002 | 08/31/1998 | 601935 | A knocking sound may be heard from the rear of the vehicle. *yc | 08/31/1998 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 09/01/1998 | |||
| Vehicle displays a vibration/shudder between 35 mph and 45 mph, strongest at 42 mph while decelerating. dealer has checked tire balance, driveshafts, and awd system. *ak | |||
| 09/29/1998 | 08/01/1998 | ||
| Vibration in front end at 35-45 mph. vehicle shakes at highway speeds. | |||
| SUSPENSION - AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL (ASC) | |||
| 11/15/2005 | 1 | ||
| The abs / traction control unit on these cars fail in unreasonably high numbers. it's such a big business, that mechanics sell thousands of refurbished units on ebay. volvo charges over $700 for the parts, and is avoiding repairing this item because i'm sure some actuary told them it's cheaper to pay claims and defend lawsuits than to protect their customers. i have not experienced an accident or crash as a result, but i'm sure hundreds of people have. *nm | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| The rotors warped in less than 23,000 miles see additional documentation attached from the internet multiple instances reported by others as well. | |||
| 09/29/1998 | 08/01/1998 | ||
| Vehicle has had a vibration in the front end (not felt in the steering column or gas pedal) at speeds of 35-45 mph since i took possession of the vehicle on 8/25/98. mileage at vehicle pick up = 279. this was reported to dealer on 9/29/98, (mileage 2035),when i had the speed range and knew it was not caused by road conditions. on november 1, 1998 this manifested into a shake in the front end at highway speeds. this condition, (shake in the front end),occurred again on 11/6/98, also at highway speeds. the shake in the front end has been reported to the dealer and the manufacturer verbally but has not been documented. i have not driven the vehicle since 11/9/98 with the exception of 11/11 and 11/12 to take it to and from the dealer for the third and final repair attempt (current mileage = 4482). i am currently in possession of the necessary documents to file under nh dmv arbitration board for return of the vehicle. volvo has offered to take the vehicle for identification/repair of the deficiency but i am waiting for nh dmv arbitration to monitor this. i am concerned about the potential for other deficiencies related to this vibration/shake. this vehicle has exhibited other, reported deficiencies; dual climate controls do not work independantly (not fixed), rear view mirror broke off while adjusting (fixed), speaker goes on and off (not fixed), excessive brake dust on front wheels (dealer cleaned off) , appearance of a fluid stain on right front wheel (dealer states this is combination of brake dust and condensation caused by excessive heat while braking). | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - MACPHERSON STRUT | |||
| 09/27/2001 | 1 | 01/01/1998 | |
| Both front struts were leaking and needed to be replaced. *yd | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS | |||
| 1 | 03/27/1998 | ||
| Rear spring coils failed. nlm | |||