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November 16, 2005
Volvo Extends Warranty on Throttle Controls
Volvo has voluntarily extended warranties on approximately 356,000 vehicles with defective throttles in the U. S. and Canada, according to AP.
The car maker will extend the warranty of the ETM throttle, which can become corroded and force the car to stall or slowdown. Affected vehicles include 1999-2002 C70 coup and convertibles; 1999-2000 S70, V70 and V70SX; 2000-2001 V70, V70XC and S60 models with turbocharged engines; 1999-2001 S80 models; and 2000-2002 V70 and S60 models with non-turbocharged engines.
The warranty will be expanded to 200,000 miles or 10 years. The warranty now offers protection for up to seven years or 70,000 miles. The deal would also reimburse consumers who have paid up to $1,000 to have the part replaced.
Posted by Frank at November 16, 2005 9:01 AM | Filed under Auto News
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