View recall reports to see if the 2001 v70 was recalled for safetyrelated defects or. Get reliability information for the 2001 volvo s80 from consumer reports, which combines extensive survey data and expert technical knowledge. The car stays in limp mode as soon as the check transmission light comes on. Update solved, going to slam a new transmission in it. My etm on volvo s80, t6 model year 2001 has a recall on it issued by volvo but the problem is that this part along with the throttle body is defective and needs constant computer update, and than the etm faults without notice and takes with it the whole infrastructure despite etm being serviced and new software being installed by dealer. On december 29, 2006, volvo recalled 170,099 volvo s80. Car complaints, car problems and defect information latest news. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your s80 and how to check the transmission fluid level. Jul 12, 2012 have a s60 t5 2001 in canada with manual transmission. The recall summary will inform you of the consequences for having a defective component. Volvo is committed to the well being of our customers. On certain passenger vehicles, a combination of throttle positioning sensor irregularities, a dirty throttle housing, andor inefficient software calibration may cause a warning lamp to light and the subsequent onset of limp home modes.
The transmission and engine warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. Volvo transmissions guide all volvo transmissions, their year, their engine pairing, their type and their model number, from the volvo 240 to the volvo xc90. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. I know that those usa gearboxes are weakest link of the car and i am preparing for future problems. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Most recent 2001 volvo s80 recall on december 29, 2006, volvo recalled 170,099 volvo s80. Volvo reserves the right to make model changes at any time, or to change specifications or design, without notice and without incurring obligation. Every autodetective vehicle history report checks for recall info, flood check, lemon history and more. Volvo transmission flush v70, xc70, s80, s60, s70, 850, c70. Page 103 2001 volvo s80 the transmission has a builtin limiter designed to help prevent excessive engine speeds high rpm when gears 3,2 or 1 are selected. Volvo transmissions vary by model and year, so heres a guide to help identify which transmission your volvo has.
No existing manual gearbox would fit in the engine bay with the six cylinder engine, so volvo had to develop their own, the m65. I have always own a volvo since 1977 but they were the manual transmission. Volvo s80 transmission problems and repair descriptions at. Doesnt stall and doesnt seem as usual at high revs, but at lower revs can get jerky tho it is fairly subtle. Dec 19, 2003 most recent 2001 volvo s60 recall on december 29, 2006, volvo recalled 170,099 volvo s60. Trottle body replacement, abs module, and aot of other check engine light problems.
Find volvo s80 recalls information, reported by the nhtsa, and we will help you find a nearby service center where you can get your car fixed. Some interesting features from your volvo owners manual. To find out if your vehicle should be brought into one of our dealerships, please enter your vehicle identification number below. The technician stated the transmission required replacement.
Automatic transmission problems of the 2001 volvo s60. Volvo transmissions guide 1980s to 2000s xc90, v70, xc70. I assumed initial repairs would stabilize the car, but new problems keep surfacing. My buddys neighbor was the volvo tech who worked on my car, and he was telling me to sell the car as soon as possible, because the transmission was going to fail in the next couple thousand miles. Get reliability information for the 2010 volvo s80 from consumer reports, which combines. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of volvo s80 based on all problems reported for the s80. Each recall record lists the failing product and the corrective action taken. The engine in your 2001 volvo s80 should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. Transmission problem 2001 volvo s80 front wheel drive automatic car sets code p0756 after driven a couple of miles. Have a s60 t5 2001 in canada with manual transmission.
The worst complaints are engine, accessories interior, and fuel system problems. One of a few cars with a manual transmission that is quick. The 2010 volvo s80 has been recalled 4 times by nhtsa. Volvo s80 recalls and complaints can be searched here. I recently had my timing belt replaced, and two days after i had it done i got some bad news.
Volvo is recalling certain model year 20012005 s80, model year 20012004 v70, s60, xc70 and model year 20032005 xc90 vehicles sold in. Beyond great prices, we stock trusted brands manufacturing all types of manual transmissions products for your volvo s80. While driving approximately between 2530 mph on an incline. Volvo recall information is available from august 1999. At lowish revs or when cold the car acts like the fuel is being interrupted.
Volvo s80 car recalls volvo s80 car recall tracker. Volvo s80 owners have reported 24 problems related to automatic transmission under the power train category. Find volvo s80 recalls information, reported by the nhtsa, and we will help you find a. For recalls prior to this date, please contact us by using our volvo customer care contact us form or call us at 18004581552 for possible additional recall information. No existing manual gearbox would fit in the engine bay with the sixcylinder engine, so volvo had to develop their own, the m65. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 volvo s60 based on all problems reported for the 2001 s60. Check out our maintenance 101 tips or the terms glossary. I know that t6 never came with manual transmission, but the 2. E order your parts online or pick them up instore at your local advance auto parts. Search preowned 2001 volvo s80 listings to find the best local deals. Official recalls have been issued for the 2001 volvo s80 by the nhtsa. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the. This premium transmission oil cooler features a unique plate and fin design, which is 33% more efficient than a comparable tube and fin design.
As a natural part of this commitment, we care about the environment in which we all live. It uses a fourspeed automatic transmission with a manual shift mode. Like the topic says im thinking about future transmission swap in my t6. Top things to check before buying a volvo 850, s70, v70, xc70, etc. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Kickdown automatic shift to a lower gear kickdown is achieved by depressing the accelerator pedal fully and briskly. The volvo s80 is an executive car produced by the swedish manufacturer volvo cars from. View recall reports to see if the 2006 s80 was recalled for safetyrelated defects or. The 2001 volvo s80 has 11 nhtsa complaints for the power train. Sep 09, 2012 update solved, going to slam a new transmission in it. Please check back later as we are always updating our incentives. If youre in search of volvo s80 manual transmissions aftermarket or oem parts, consider your search over. To see how frequently 2001 volvo v70 problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.