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RoyMacDonald · Mar 12th, 2009, 17:03

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Originally Posted by 4wheeldriver

I said I would pass on impartial info from VOSA as and when i received it. That was what I was told this morning hence my addition to the post. was told I could look them up on thier website somewhere but have to busy this morning.

I can see that only one that might apply to your model. Could you post if it does? It wouldn't be related to your probem though, as I don't think you've ever compained of it going into limp home mode, but please correct me if I'm wrong.

I guess if/when they find your problem they'll be able to issue a recall notice for affected cars (if that's how it works)

Thanks.

Roy

NCS XC90 · Mar 12th, 2009, 18:25

4wheeldriver,
Thanks and keep us posted on how you get on with VOSA. Have you contacted Volvo with this news or have you lost patience with them now (don’t blame you if you have). Just wandering if they change there stance.

4wheeldriver · Mar 12th, 2009, 21:00

CAr is now going to local dealer for an engineer from VCUK coming up to do the inspection. Have to admit that I would have preferred a more "neutral" inspection as this smacks of the fox being left in charge of the chicken run but at least its now progressing. List of faults now totals 10. From the hesitation to the drivers door not locking from the plipper!! No longer dealing with CS in Coventry but an "Escalation Manager" from Marlow. Looks like theyre taking me seriously now that VOSA are involved. Was given her direct number to contact her and they are trying to send me an XC60 to use until they have finished the inspection/repairs. Might just keep it if its any good!! lol As a matter of passing interest, VOSA have TWO engineers that cover the whole of Britain in the Vehicle Safety Branch!! Shows where government priorities lie in regard to safety!! £30 odd grand for a speed camera and 2 engineers for Vehicle Safety!!!

4wheeldriver · Mar 12th, 2009, 21:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by RoyMacDonald

I can see that only one that might apply to your model. Could you post if it does? It wouldn't be related to your probem though, as I don't think you've ever compained of it going into limp home mode, but please correct me if I'm wrong.

I guess if/when they find your problem they'll be able to issue a recall notice for affected cars (if that's how it works)

Thanks.

Roy

The last one may be the source of 2 of the problems as it appears that my vehicle is actually an 03/08 model. I doesnt go into limp home mode but could that be the source of the knocking noise under throttle?? The extra weight and strain of puling the caravan could have affected it??

tem · Mar 12th, 2009, 21:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4wheeldriver

The last one may be the source of 2 of the problems as it appears that my vehicle is actually an 03/08 model. I doesnt go into limp home mode but could that be the source of the knocking noise under throttle?? The extra weight and strain of puling the caravan could have affected it??

You will know for sure as it gives the VID number for the models applicable.

tem.

4wheeldriver · Mar 12th, 2009, 21:30

Tem

thats a job for tomorrow as the registration document is buried in the filing cabinet and I will have a look in the morning. Going to have an early night with two horse sized painkillers as the back/leg has been really bad last couple of days and havent had much sleep. Oh for the days of youth, health and no worries!!

tem · Mar 12th, 2009, 21:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4wheeldriver

Tem

thats a job for tomorrow as the registration document is buried in the filing cabinet and I will have a look in the morning. Going to have an early night with two horse sized painkillers as the back/leg has been really bad last couple of days and havent had much sleep. Oh for the days of youth, health and no worries!!

I can supply a "Silver Bullet", should you decide to go down that route.

Back problems? A pain in the back, or a---e.

tem.

foggyjames · Mar 12th, 2009, 22:19

The angle gear problems with "P2" AWD models is well known about and widely reported worldwide. For Volvo to attempt to deny all knowledge is frankly laughable.

Are Volvo stupid enough to risk a re-run of the damage done to their reputation during the ETM problems? I imagine we will find out...

cheers

James

Beeman · Mar 12th, 2009, 23:16

At 4-Wheeldriver's urging I too have contacted VOSA Vehicle Safety Branch in Bristol.
They were very interested in the lack of rear wheel drive in an AWD vehicle because, altho not overtly a safety issue, people who had bought one might enter a situation where they would expect their AWD to operate and then be at risk because it didn't.
They knew about bevel/angle gear problems and are sending a form for me to complete.
They would appreciate additional information from as many people as possible.
Pl call 0117 954 3245 for the form.
With their dossier they will contact Volvo,

Doumac · Mar 12th, 2009, 23:41

In response to 4wheeldriver it is £100k per year to install and maintain every speed camera in britain. The arithmetic on that one would keep you off your sleep.

Two safety inspectors for the whole of britain, but 200 smoking police on £20k a year each.

The lunatics are running the asylum.

Mar 12th, 2009, 21:00	#33
4wheeldriver Master Member Last Online: Jan 20th, 2013 20:28 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Aberdeen	CAr is now going to local dealer for an engineer from VCUK coming up to do the inspection. Have to admit that I would have preferred a more "neutral" inspection as this smacks of the fox being left in charge of the chicken run but at least its now progressing. List of faults now totals 10. From the hesitation to the drivers door not locking from the plipper!! No longer dealing with CS in Coventry but an "Escalation Manager" from Marlow. Looks like theyre taking me seriously now that VOSA are involved. Was given her direct number to contact her and they are trying to send me an XC60 to use until they have finished the inspection/repairs. Might just keep it if its any good!! lol As a matter of passing interest, VOSA have TWO engineers that cover the whole of Britain in the Vehicle Safety Branch!! Shows where government priorities lie in regard to safety!! £30 odd grand for a speed camera and 2 engineers for Vehicle Safety!!! __________________ BMW X5 3.0sd SE with more extras than the cast of Ben Hur!!!! Mini Cooper Worx Last edited by 4wheeldriver; Mar 12th, 2009 at 21:03.

Mar 12th, 2009, 21:30	#36
4wheeldriver Master Member Last Online: Jan 20th, 2013 20:28 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Aberdeen	Tem thats a job for tomorrow as the registration document is buried in the filing cabinet and I will have a look in the morning. Going to have an early night with two horse sized painkillers as the back/leg has been really bad last couple of days and havent had much sleep. Oh for the days of youth, health and no worries!! __________________ BMW X5 3.0sd SE with more extras than the cast of Ben Hur!!!! Mini Cooper Worx

Mar 12th, 2009, 22:19	#38
foggyjames 300 Register Keeper Last Online: May 29th, 2024 11:43 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Nottingham	The angle gear problems with "P2" AWD models is well known about and widely reported worldwide. For Volvo to attempt to deny all knowledge is frankly laughable. Are Volvo stupid enough to risk a re-run of the damage done to their reputation during the ETM problems? I imagine we will find out... cheers James __________________ VOC 300-series Register Keeper '13 V70 D4 SE Lux '89 740 Turbo Intercooler '88 360 Turbo Intercooler '84 360 GLT '81 343 GLS R-Sport '79 343 DL '70 164

Mar 12th, 2009, 23:16	#39
Beeman Junior Member Last Online: Jan 8th, 2014 09:13 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cheltenham	No rear wheel drive At 4-Wheeldriver's urging I too have contacted VOSA Vehicle Safety Branch in Bristol. They were very interested in the lack of rear wheel drive in an AWD vehicle because, altho not overtly a safety issue, people who had bought one might enter a situation where they would expect their AWD to operate and then be at risk because it didn't. They knew about bevel/angle gear problems and are sending a form for me to complete. They would appreciate additional information from as many people as possible. Pl call 0117 954 3245 for the form. With their dossier they will contact Volvo,

Mar 12th, 2009, 23:41	#40
Doumac Member Last Online: Dec 14th, 2023 12:56 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: falkirk	In response to 4wheeldriver it is £100k per year to install and maintain every speed camera in britain. The arithmetic on that one would keep you off your sleep. Two safety inspectors for the whole of britain, but 200 smoking police on £20k a year each. The lunatics are running the asylum. Last edited by Doumac; Mar 12th, 2009 at 23:44. Reason: to add to

Mar 12th, 2009, 18:25	#32
NCS XC90 Member Last Online: Oct 15th, 2018 21:19 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Warrington	4wheeldriver, Thanks and keep us posted on how you get on with VOSA. Have you contacted Volvo with this news or have you lost patience with them now (don’t blame you if you have). Just wandering if they change there stance.

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