Vehicle experienced engine surges at idle speed while at stop in intersections forcing sudden brake apllication to avoid collision. Following approximately 2 weeks of similar sporadic episodes, all without any message indicators, vehicle would only travel 15 mph. Throttle assembly replaced to rectify problem. Serious risk of injury barely avoided! should be a recall as therre appear to be numerous defects reported.

- Harleysville, PA, USA

At 70mph my car said reduced performance, and within 30 sec. My cruise control failed, the car reduced to 5mph, and there was no acceleration. I was in 5 lanes of rush hour traffic doing 70-80mph. An eighteen wheeler skidded approx. 50 feet in order to avoid hitting me. He then had to block off two lanes of traffic to assist me to the shoulder. My car would only coast. It was a near death experience for me. I'm thankful my children were not with me. After being turned off over night, my husband attempted to drive it to the Volvo dealership. He experienced the same. We were told that it was due to a computer chip malfunction. A chip which controls the throttle, fuel-injection, and cruise control. Wow! the service rep. "we haven't seen anymore problems after replacing the chip". we asked why has this not been recalled. The rep. Said "there have to be so many accidents and fatalities reported, before they will recall it". this has left me very disturbed, and reluctant to ever drive a Volvo again. I feel sure if it hadn't been for my quick use of the hazard lights, it could have been fatal. The truck driver also concurred. I do not want this to happen to anyone else. They may not be so lucky.

- Antioch, TN, USA

Vehicle is suffering from repeated or unexpected shutdowns of the ignition and electrical system causing the car to become inoperable at the most inopportune times. (attorney richard davis on behalf of client).

- Greenville, SC, USA

After first year consumer's vehicle began to experience electrical problems. While driving home all power was lost. Dealer has been contacted for problem, but was unable to duplicate problem. Vehicle currently not being driven.

- Canabie, IN, USA