1999 Volvo V70 Engine Problems

“Througout this cars history (from the first year 20 + years ago through to today) the engine randomly cuts out without warning, though this happens when usally while declerating and braking to round a street corner. Once it cuts out, of course power steering and brakes are virtually inoperative. However, by simply putting in neutral and turning the key the care always immediately restarts.”

“The contact owns a 1999 Volvo V70. While driving 30 MPH, the engine stalled and the check engine and transmission range warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the electronic throttle control needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 171,550.”

“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.”