4.2

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
27,500 miles

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problem #2

Jul 222003

V70

  • 55,000 miles
Anti lock brakes control unit failed. A light indicated that the ABS brakes were not working, but the consumer heard and felt the ABS brakes were working when applying the brakes.

- Salt Lake City, UT, USA

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problem #1

Jul 202003

V70

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
1998 Volvo - (V70 and others) ABS/trac control module fails with 64,000 miles on car. Symptoms are intermittent warning lights. Well documented problem according to dealer and other owners (see www.brickboard.com) repair is nearly $700. Major safety issue since ABS and trac do not work when lights are on and module fails.

- Hatfield, MA, USA

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