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#220 of 269 Re: 01 V70 XC Lemon [kimberlyrt] by rockginxc Oct 21, 2008 (12:05 pm)
Replying to: kimberlyrt (Oct 21, 2008 10:21 am) Buying a used car from a dealer is a tough one if there is a problem...because they are usually sold "as is". However, I'm surprised that this was a Volvo dealer since their used cars are supposed to be certified and they should have run a diagnostic report on their VIDA system to see if there were any error codes that should be addressed. If they did sell you a lemon, did you notice the problem right way or did it surface after you bought it. Did you communicate this issue to them soon after you bought the car? I had the same problem - a lemon of a Volvo V70XC sold to me by an Audi dealership. They would not do a thing for me even though I voiced my issues the day after I picked up the car. I even asked them to check the transmission before I picked it up. It was a very frustrating experience. I had to do a lot of work to get them to understand that they cannot do this and expect no repercussions. I posted just about everything I was going through on the Audi Forums...under Dealers. I also found out the 3 top people in Audi America corporate and contacted them. I basically became the extremely squeaky wheel that they had to grease or address. I'm finally getting resolution from this dealership in the form of either a fully fixed car or a comparable used Audi wagon. If you'd like to read all that I posted on the other forum, here is the link:   http://www.audiforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=113227
#221 of 269 Re: 01 V70 XC Lemon [fedlawman] by rockginxc Oct 21, 2008 (12:16 pm)
Replying to: fedlawman (Oct 21, 2008 10:38 am) Very true -- it's all about the dealership.   I only focused on the dealership that sold me my Volvo lemon. I never went after the brand. The dealership has the control in regards to addressing your issue...fixing the problem or replacing the part. It's true that they make a small margin on a used car, but that isn't the point...is it. They are responsible for selling a solid automobile. You buy from a dealer because you want a reliable purchase process.   The dealer is all about their bottom line.   If they truly sold you a lemon...a car that had pre-existing issues that they did not disclose, then go after them and post your opinion and issue with the car on every car blog and forum you can. After a while, make them aware that there is increasing negative press (that could affect their sales traffic). Don't threaten, just continue to spread the word of this negative situation that they put you in. Write to corporate and make them aware of this dealerships bad practices:   Anne Belec President and CEO Volvo 1 Premier Place, Irvine, CA 92618 949-341-6500   It may take some time and may also take a lot of energy on your part, but for me...it was eventually worth it.
#222 of 269 V70 Transmission Problem - too by susan53 Oct 24, 2008 (3:06 pm)
I have a V70 with about 87,000 miles. My transmission began slipping - revving up and then jerking forward - about 10,000 miles ago. I asked my Volvo dealer to check out my transmission when I went in for my regularly scheduled maintenance and was told that the transmission was "within guidelines." Today, the "check engine" light and the "transmission needs service" warning came on - and my car stays in 2nd gear. I would be happy to join a Call Action Suit and will be sure to document all my interactions with my dealer. I will also write Volvo and the BBB. Replies to this message: bbriceno23 (Jun 28, 2009 10:10 pm)
#223 of 269 another $4000 year in repairs.... by volvovibe Oct 25, 2008 (5:36 pm)
I've got a 2001 V70 T5 wagon: after 4 years of surging and lurching, volvo finally caved in and replaced the throttle module -- 5 dealer visits and numerous "software uploads" later. a few weeks ago the locks began randomly locking and unlocking themselves. phantom warning lights flickering on and off. now, a couple months later, the surging and lurching is back -- this time with afresh warning codes "service engine" and "transmission needs service." and a scary second gear freeze that nearly caused an accident. I'm guessing it's like "game over" As a newspaper editor, I've put twice the mileage 220,000 on my 1997 honda accord -- and it still runs beautifully and cost a fraction in repairs. what is this car company thinking-- are all Volvos this glitchy? Love comfort, design, but mechanics are nightmarish. I'm thinking major investigative reporting on this Replies to this message: rockginxc (Oct 26, 2008 11:03 am)
#224 of 269 Re: another $4000 year in repairs.... [volvovibe] by rockginxc Oct 26, 2008 (11:03 am)
Replying to: volvovibe (Oct 25, 2008 5:36 pm) You are definitely not the only one - all Volvo dealers know of this weekness in the 2001 - 2004 models. There 2 issues, the ECU brain of the car malfunctioning and a few of the transmission solenoids. If you've been having this problem for 4-years, your transmission is done. The ECU malfunction for this long in the transmission has caused permanent damage to your transmission and both need to be replaced. Volvo dealers will not admit to this issue been a common problem, but I'm sure every dealer knows and will try to sidestep it so that they/Volvo doesn't have to pay thousands in repairs to each car.   You should at least post your complaint on the NHTSA site:   http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/
#225 of 269 Re: 2004 Volvo V70 Transmission and Fluid [dixon1e] by bsetten Nov 04, 2008 (10:19 am)
Replying to: dixon1e (Sep 17, 2008 5:17 pm) I have the same issue. My transmission was replaced at roughly 95,000 miles with a used transmission (my extended guarantee refused to replace the transmission with a new one). I'm now at 120,000 miles, my Volvo is in the shop and it appears that the transmission will need to be replaced again. The repair shop says this is a very common issue with this particular year and model. If you filke a class action suit, I'd be glad to support you in this
#226 of 269 Re: 2001 V70 T5 Failure 60K miles [35divg2] by cwells3 Nov 05, 2008 (8:14 am)
Replying to: 35divg2 (May 19, 2007 7:40 am) Hi, A year ago I put in a new rebuilt transmission. I have filed a complaint with Volvo of North America ( no ownership of the problem) I also filed a complaint with the Attorney Generals office stating there needs to be a recall on the failed transmissions. I suggest you all do the same, file a complaint and request a recall. Whether you decide to replace your transmissions is up to you. Save your receipts. Replies to this message: susan53 (Nov 05, 2008 8:49 am) fedlawman (Nov 05, 2008 11:09 am)
#227 of 269 Re: 2001 V70 T5 Failure 60K miles [cwells3] by susan53 Nov 05, 2008 (8:49 am)
Replying to: cwells3 (Nov 05, 2008 8:14 am) Thank you for the information and advice. Can you tell us how to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office? Replies to this message: fedlawman (Nov 05, 2008 11:09 am)
#228 of 269 Re: 2001 V70 T5 Failure 60K miles [susan53] by fedlawman Nov 05, 2008 (11:09 am)
Replying to: susan53 (Nov 05, 2008 8:49 am) Every state is different. Just do an internet search for your state AG office.
#229 of 269 Re: 2002 V70 Transmission problems [meepdr] by volvov702001 Nov 08, 2008 (9:10 am)
Replying to: meepdr (Jun 07, 2008 10:19 pm) Hi, did you ever manage to fix this? I have the exact same problem? What was required to fix it? Thanks! Replies to this message: rockginxc (Nov 08, 2008 1:14 pm)

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