Went to test drive a 2005 V50 with 98,000 miles on it. During the test drive the trans shifted hard. I believe it was a 2dn to 3rd shift. Didn't throw a code.

Dealer had a tech take it out for a drive and drove it hard...it threw a code. Crap I can't remember the code number but I think 50 something. Dealer said something about the code showing solenoid and shift was out of ratio.

Dealer is a Subbie dealer and they will be taking it to the Volvo dealer to ascertain the problem.

On our S60 I never had any hard shifts but I know that when I did a trans flush (using correct fluid) the trans seemed to shift smoother.

My wife really likes the car a lot and I also like it but won't buy it with a trans issue. If they get the trans sorted out I'll bite.

I've seen some with more perfect interiors but we want to throw some business to my nephews 22 year old son that sells at the dealer.

http://www.faulknersubarumechanicsburg.com/all-inventory/index.htm?search=volvo

Any ideas about the trans?

The dealer did replace the rack and I'm wondering if they didn't correctly hook up some wiring but right now that is up to them to determine.