Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
SUSPENSION - REAR
46000102/01/2000460001610436Some vehicles may exhibit a whining noise from the rear axle (final drive) between 80 and 95 km/h (50 - 60 mph). *tt04/28/2000
46000104/01/2000460001610418Experiencing a whining sound from the rear axle (final drive) between 80 and 120 km/h (50-75 mph). *tt04/27/2000

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SUSPENSION
06/01/200365000205/01/2003
 Dt: 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.*ak the door latch was broken. a loose ball joint was replaced. the drivers window would not go up. updated 01/25/06. *jb
06/09/1999606/01/1999
 The car was picked up from majestic motors thursday 3 june 1999, within 20-30 minutes of driving the car a noise began which seemed to originate in the rear, it progressively built until it was ear shattering, the car began to vibrate from the front driver and passenger seats back, more apparent in the rear. the dealership was phoned on monday, the saleman returned my call tues, when the problems were described to him, he indicated the rear wheels were probably out of balance and the mechanics must have overlooked the rear window vents. an appointment was scheduled for wednesday 9 june 1999, a loaner was supplied. i returned to pick up the car at 3pm, it had not been looked at, i returned the following afternoon. i was informed they could not find a noise and/or vibration, a mechanic standing at the desk offered to take go for a road test. w/in minutes of exiting the parking lot, the noise began, progressively escalating as well as the vibration. the mechanic informed me this was a common complaint from numerous of their customers and despite repeated attempts to remedy the situations they had been informed by volvo headquarters that it was a design/engineering flaw and not repairable. this was reiterated by the salesman, tom from volvo customer service, mr. bill alpro vice president & service dept manager, and ms. susan campbell of volvo customer service. *ak
06/09/1999606/01/1999
 The car was picked up from majestic motors thursday 3 june 1999, within 20-30 minutes of driving the car a noise began which seemed to originate in the rear, it progressively built until it was earshattering, the car began to vibrate from the front driver and passenger seats back, more apparent in the rear. the dealership was phoned on monday, the saleman returned my call tues, when the problems were described to him, he indicated the rear wheels were probably out of balance and the mechanics must have overlooked the rear window vents. an appointment was scheduled for wednesday 9 june 1999, a loaner was supplied. i returned to pick up the car at 3pm, it had not been looked at, i returned the following afternoon. i was informed they could not find a noise and/or vibration, a mechanic standing at the desk offered to take go for a road test. w/in minutes of exiting the parking lot, the noise began, progressively escalating as well as the vibration. the mechanic informed me this was a common complaint from numerous of their customers and despite repeated attempts to remedy the situations they had been informed by volvo headquarters that it was a design/engineering flaw and not repairable. this was reiterated by the salesman, tom from volvo customer service, mr. bill alpro vice president & service dept manager, and ms. susan campbell of volvo customer service.
SUSPENSION - REAR
06/19/20011607/01/1998
 No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY - U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE
12/21/2001
 While traveling and without prior warning u bolt broke and sheared off. vehicle was riding rough. dealership was aware of problem.*ak