There was a serious issue with the Throttle Actuator (TBA) on the V70 that cost volvo beaucoup bucks since they at first refused to cover it as a warranty issue and then had to eat the cost ($1200 per unit including labor). the fault issues were exactly as described.

My Bro in Law had one of these and it was a true hanger queen. After he fixed it and finally (9 month wait) got paid back by Volvo NA, he dumped it...this one isn't a champagne/Tan and from VA is it...might be his POS.

Volvo subbed all the computers/modules, etc out to MM of Italy and we know they don't understand quality in electronics..ever own an Italian coffeemaker or washer/dryer?