Volvo S70 Lighting problems by year

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 volvo s70. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. In addition, all the lighting and warning indicators illuminated. The dealer could not duplicate the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the vehicle speed signal and throttle body control module were defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

Noticed bare wires inside headlight assembly, both sides, when changing bulb. Wrapped wires until I could find a wiring harness. Low beam was worse than high beam. Checked with volvo, tallahassee, fl and they stated there were no recalls concerning headlight (or switch). Recently bought two new wiring harnesses and installed but noticed they were also not correctly insulated (plastic) just like the old ones (16 gage wire with plastic, vs silicon high temp insulation.) Also, on inspection, noticed the same...

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 volvo s70. While examining the vehicle, the contact noticed that the brake lights would remain on even when the vehicle would be turned off. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 120,000. Updated 01/06/11. *Lj the consumer stated he repaired the vehicle by replacing the relays with two smaller relays. Updated 03/02/11

2000 Volvo s70 (50,000: while changing left low beam headlight, noticed the insulation was flaking off the wires. Inspected the other side. It was worse with major bear sections of wire. Also noted the wire is very thin gage for headlight circuits, especially in such a hot, high use area. High beam ok. Checked volvo forums. Found this was a common problem with volvo and a mechanic posted a repair procedure. Besides the safety hazard of suddenly losing headlights, flashing of a circuit of this magnitude might have other affects on computer related controls. *Tr

There is an electrical short in the tail-lights and interior panel. *Tr

Dt: the contact stated prior to purchasing the vehicle there was nhtsa recall campaign 00v405000 concerning the turn signal. The recall repair work was completed and the vehicle worked properly. Then, she received recall 04v504000 concerning the headlight switch. The vehicle was taken to dealer for the repairs. When she got the vehicle home she tried to turn the headlights on and noticed they did not work. She took the vehicle back to the dealership, and they repaired the headlights. The headlights...

I purchased my 1999 used s70 in june of 2001. It had approx. 47,000 Miles on it. Within a week or two the electronic throttle control module had to be replaced due to the loss of speed, etc. Within 1 year I had to replace the turbo and the whole engine due to malfunctions. In all, I have spent about $9,000 in repairs to this car due to engine problems. It has been the absolute worst car I have ever owned. It has also had numerous electrical malfunctions since I purchased. *Nm

My ets light kept coming on. I had to stop my car in high speed traffic 10-12 times and restart it. A web search reveals that this is a frequent problem with volvo s-70. The car suddenly loses power and will shut off if you continue to drive.*Ak

While driving the headlights fail to function. The dealership indicated that there was a failure in the headlight switch. There was a recall on this issue 99v235000 but it was for earlier model years. *Nm

On 1999 volvo s70, headlights spontaneously went off while driving at night. Problem is defective headlight switch, which was recalled on the 1998 and earlier volvo s70s (and model 850s). Recall has not been issued for 1999 and later, but failure is identical to the 1998 and earlier models that were recalled.*Ak

1999 Volvo s70 - continued rear brake, running light, and turn signal problems.I participated in the original recall campaign (00v405000) to replace the rear turn signal sockets and bulbs. To this day I continue to have problems with the rear turn signals, running lights, and brake lights. I frequently have problems with all of the rear lighting (brake, running, and turn signals). Recently, I found both rear turn signal and both rear brake lights were not functioning. I had to bang on the light housings to get...

While driving at night, I had the headlights switched on. The interior dashboard lights were lit and no warning lights were on. As I drove into a less lighted area, I noticed that my headlights were in fact not lit. I confirmed that the switch was on, which they were. I confirmed that no warning lights were on. Later, I had the headlight switch replaced, which fixed this problem. Very dangerous problem. My volvo mechanic told me that a defective headlight switch was a common problem. I told him that there was a recall for the 1998 volvo s70, but not the 1999 volvo s70, for this problem. He was amazed because he said that both cars use the same switch. *Ph

The vehicle's turn signal, tail and brake lights are constantly blowing out. The gear shift indicator has failed 3-4 times. Problem has occurred at least 5-6 times. Dealer is unable to determine cause. Ph

Front and back light bulbs have been replaced, brake lights also. Electric windows and electric locks malfunctioned one time but lights continue to fail.

Part apears to have failed en masse on many or most cars of this model. Volvo unable to supply replacement part to enable safe and legal operation of vehicle. New part number issued, but back order status of at least two months. Result - vehicle must either be parked for duration or operated in violation of law without turn indicators and hazard flasher. *Ak