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#840 of 2415 Will Problems Continue? by efahnoe

Jan 24, 2002 (10:15 am)

I'm a newcomer to this club so forgive me if I provide more history than is customary. If I had visited this site earlier, I might have avoided the 7 significant faults or failures I've experienced in the 10 months, 10,000 miles since I purchased a new S80 2.9 by buying something more reliable. I've owned four other new Volvos since 1969 and never experienced faults like the following in any of them in over 400,000 miles total.
 
 At 150 miles, the S80 transmission lockup had to be fixed by "loading new parameters". At 520 miles, the transmission shift lock solenoid and console had to be replaced to fix "reduced transmission function". At 2900 miles a door lock motor had to be replaced to correct failures with alarm system disarming (problem has recurred but I've learned to live with it). While city driving in Quebec, a very noticeable rear suspension knock developed at low speed on lumpy roads. Despite serious safety concerns, I was unable to get timely service in Quebec and had to drive home. At 4500 miles, the dealer found a loose rear shock bolt and pronounced the problem solved. The knocking recurred in 2 weeks but I let it go since it didn't appear safety was at issue. At 7500 mile service, the knocking was diagnosed as a faulty seat rail. The rail was ordered for later installation, a slow tire leak was addressed by replacing the tire valve and the keyfob remote was repaired. A problem with occasional transmission mis-shifting was reported at this time. The concern couldn't be verified by the dealer but mis-shifting still occurs. The seat rail was replaced two weeks ago, I haven't been able to verify that the low speed/lumpy road knocking is cured. Yesterday, "Engine System Service Required" led to replacement of the air mass flow sensor.
 
Needless to say this litany of quality failures in my S80 has destroyed my long held faith in Volvo quality and reliability. I bought my first Volvo after dumping a new Pontiac that had a similar list of problems within a year. I'm prepared to do so again with the S80 if reliability and quality failures are likely continue.
 
 I would appreciate any opinions or observations Volvo Owners Club members can offer about what problems I might expect between 10,000 and 50, 000 miles on my 2001 S80 given my experince to date.
  
I would also like to know if the occasional (GM) transmission mis-shift I experience is 'normal' and acceptable or if something can or should be done about it. The problem is occasional but always occurs when accelerating from a light at about 30 MPH, letting off the gas to allow an unyielding right turn to merge and re-accelerating. The transmission mis-shifts on re-acceleration with a very noticeable clunk and hesitation. Once the transmission recovers its wits everything seems fine and no faults are reported. Any comments or recommendations?

#841 of 2415 Will Problems Continue? by volvoconvert

Jan 26, 2002 (5:09 pm)

In reply to #806, I have a 2000 S80 2.9 with 32000 miles, and have had no problems other than a burned out headlamp. I'm very pleased with the car, my first Volvo. There are many others like me, who have an occasional minor problem---or none at all---and who have no reason to post a comment on their experience. I believe your problems represent the exception not the rule, but also realize that doesn't make the experience less frustrating for you. I hope these will turn out to have been growing pains and that the next 100K will be trouble-free!
Volvoconvert

#842 of 2415 S80 2002.5 by car76

Jan 27, 2002 (10:01 am)

Has anyone heard when the 2002.5 S80 will be available and is there any significant price changes?

#843 of 2415 2000 S80 T6 by scottc3

Jan 29, 2002 (7:34 am)

No major problems at 36K miles. I change the oil every 5K, or so, miles. Had the front break pads replaced at 30K miles, and dealer told me I did not need it, but did anyway. Radio had a stuck CD (my fault, used a Nero Label on a home burned CD), one recall done to steering. That's it.. rest is fine and running well.
 
Scott

#844 of 2415 reliability by copyguy

Jan 30, 2002 (7:34 pm)

On 26th month of leasing a 2000 S80 t6. Looks great(Venetian Red) Is fast, but in the shop way too much, bulbs front and back burn out way too much(less than 27,000 miles) The bushing problem, the shock problem, don't like the way it handles compared to a 5 series BMW(had a 528i prior to the S80) however I knew that when I leased it. Great dealer in Baton Rouge, LA and svc. mgr is easy to work with and always provides a loaner w/o hassel and washes mine every time. As much as I've said this will be my 1st and last Volvo, I'm starting to rethink it as I have 9 mos. to go. Car is more comfortable and roomier than the 5 series, and I still love the way it throws you back in the seat from a fast start at a light...best of all is looking at the guy next to you when he catches up at the next light. You would need a 540 to go this fast and a lot more $$$$

#845 of 2415 s80 burned out bulbs by griffman12

Feb 03, 2002 (12:50 pm)

Hightlight Bulb Burn Out (S80)
There is a fix for this problem. There appears be a recall for another volvo model that has the same problem.
 
My dealer made the wiring change that eliminates the power surge that burns out the head light bulb.
 
Also did after 50,000 miles
 
griffman

#846 of 2415 Transmission Oil Leak by griffman12

Feb 03, 2002 (12:55 pm)

Transmission Oil Leak---S80 T6
 
Had a leak on the side of the trans facing the rear end. Up where noone can see where it was comming from. However, you could see it dripping of a quater inch dia plastic Bx cable.
 
Had to remove the transmission and replace a "O" seal.
 
No charge.
 
griffman

#847 of 2415 Belt Failures by griffman12

Feb 03, 2002 (1:05 pm)

Belt Failures,
 
I keep climbing under my S-80,T-6 to look at this and at one point had it on the rack at the Volvo dealers looking at the vent pipe alledged to cause all these problems.
 
I dont think the vent pipe is doing it. My opinoin is that it is premature failure of the asscessary belt.
 
However to hedge my opinion I plan to cut off 4 inches of the vent tube and replace it with a rubber tube of the same length.
 
For all you young guys, this tube is for the crank case ventilation system that usto be on 1950 vintiage cars. Prior to PCV valve days
 
I have 53,000 miles on my 2000 S80 T6 Bought car ramps the first I ever owned in 65 years. Tell you something does it.
 
griffman

#848 of 2415 2000 S-80 T-6General by griffman12

Feb 03, 2002 (1:15 pm)

I keep seeing all theses postings and all these problems with these after 1999 Volvo cars. It is hard to believe unless I have been very lucky in the past. Aside from filters,oil,pcv valves and front brakes at about 35000 miles there should be no other costs. Yes that include tires. This is my first Volvo and the fourth of cars over $43,000. My other less expensive cars demostrate the same level of repair.
 
Griffman

#849 of 2415 Re: # 813 Belt Failures by jlfox

Feb 04, 2002 (2:10 am)

Griffman stated;
For all you young guys, this tube is for the crank case ventilation system that usto be on 1950 vintiage cars. Prior to PCV valve days
However;
1. This tube vents the plastic box containing several control modules.
 
2. While the rubber tube fix is OK, the new models come with the tube flush so that it can't catch on a parking lot stop or on a curb. Mine got clipped off at the dealer's suggestion.

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