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Volvo S60 repairs by problem area
Engine (30%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (23%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (6%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 1559 repairs.
Volvo S60 electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (3%)
$1000 - $2499 (9%)
$500 - $999 (16%)
$100 - $499 (27%)
< $100 (45%)
Chart based on 255 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2020 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
twincharged 313hp 2.0L I4 Plug-in Hybrid 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 7435 mi | Headlamp swivel feature failed with corresponding dashboard warning and fault. Dealer repaired by resetting module. |
2020 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 3100 mi | Air conditioning hose was leaking. Hose was replaced and gas recharged. |
2017 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 42000 mi | Stop start had quit working and I got a battery error. Car always started though. |
2015 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
twincharged 302hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 2000 mi | Camera located at center top edge of windshield which reads lane markers for the Driver Alert Control and Lane Keeping Aid stopped working. New unit had to be ordered and took three days to repair, dealer provided loaner. |
2015 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 325hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 17000 mi | Failing battery, car is almost 3 years old. Replaced under "safe and secure" warranty plan at no charge |
| 18200 mi | Battery drained after sitting several days. Sirius XM searches for signal and parasitic drain from this discharges the battery. This trip they just replaced the battery. This failed to solve the software problem involved. Battery discharged again, this time with only one day of inactivity. Sirius XM issue drained battery. Dealer performed an update to the software that deactivates the problem. There is a class action lawsuit over this issue as they were not covering vehicles out of original warranty for other drivers. |
2015 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Error message appeared in DIM stating Volvo On Call Service Required. Diagnosed as fault with phone module, which was replaced under warranty. | |
| 9300 mi | Automatic start/stop became inoperative. Dealer replaced main starting battery, which failed a load test. System has been working normally in the 2 months since. |
| 33000 mi | Faulty alarm module replaced, under warrenty. |
| 17000 mi | Air conditioning was not cooling properly for at least 30 minutes into the trip. Needed a new compressor. |
| 99000 mi US $265 |
Battery low charge, stop/start function would not work. Replaced main battery. |
2014 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 2000 mi | Touch sensitive door handles not locking and unlocking all the time. |
| 3500 mi | keyless locks and start not functioning as they should. Only work sporadically but it always starts!!! Door sensors repaired with the replacement of the sensor receiver. TSB. All is well. |
| 3000 mi | On board computer dumped numerous systems to include: 1. cruise control; 2. windshield wipers. Service tech rebooted and upgraded with a tech service bul |
| 4700 mi | 12 volt sockets didn't work. Dealer replaced fuse. |
| 64000 mi US $7 |
Software update to Bluetooth interface to fix problem of phone locking up when connecting to car. |
| 25000 mi | New expansion valve on A/C - noisy (warranty) |
| 13500 mi | Electrical outlet in the center console failed due to short in the electrical line. Took out the whole center console and replaced the wiring and electrical outlet. Covered by warranty. |
2014 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 21000 mi US $750 |
Software update |
| 36000 mi | Air conditioning not cold. |
| 50000 mi US $250 |
Door lock sensor |
2013 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 325hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 21700 mi | Door sensors working sporadically. |
| 2200 mi | keyless drive remote would not open rear passenger side door. |
| 30000 mi | Dead battery. Dealer replaced with OEM parts under factory warranty. |
2013 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 2000 mi | The remote for locking and unlocking the doors did not work properly. The receiving antenna for the remote was replaced with a new part. |
| 5580 mi | Air con not cooling. Sensors not working |
| 71000 mi US $400 |
Replace door lock motor, passenger side |
2013 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 22000 mi | Battery had bad cell |
| 11200 mi | The Vent vertical flip and roller were broken. The AC system makes growling noise at low speed. |
| 7000 mi | City Safety activated in error. Possibly misinterpreted a sign as a person and hit brakes. No data is logged when system activates. Dealer could not troubleshoot. |
| 35600 mi | Keyless door lock system works intermittently at best. |
| 52000 mi US $165 |
Battery replaced solely due to its age - 5 years. It was the original battery. |
| 90000 mi US $900 |
Door lock receiver. This has never worked properly since the car was new. Only intermittently did it work properly. Never could get the dealer to fully troubleshoot. Now that it’s completely out of warranty they found that the electronic unit that senses door lock activation at the door handles was not operational, and replaced it as well as the sensors at the doors. Now it works perfectly. |
| 44800 mi | A/C unit had a "groaning" sound in high humidity conditions. The dealer noted a TSB related to the issue. An expansion valve and various seals replaced. A/C recharged. |
| 58000 mi US $700 |
The door lock actuator required replacement. |
| 90000 mi US $1400 |
Alternator needed replacement. Told it was a volvo specific alternator, no alternatives. |
| 107999 mi US $1300 |
A/C Compressor clutch too warn to engage. The full A/C compressor assembly was replaced. |
| 7000 mi | Speaker replaced |
| 17700 mi | Outside Door handle sensors for auto unlocking were not working |
| 16000 mi | Keyless entry sensors on doors not working. All were replaced |
| 27000 mi | The buttons on the middle console that control the audio and climate controls stopped working |
2013 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 54000 mi US $15 |
replaced a headlight |
| 55180 mi C $238 |
HIDS lower beam out - Bulb replaced |
| 27200 mi | Backup camera flickering, replaced wire harness |
2013 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 212hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 2480 mi | Keyless entry from driver side was not working, for which the dealer replaced the driver side handle. |
| 3720 mi | Keyless entry from both rear doors are not working. |
2013 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 212hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| 32240 mi | Low windscreen washer fluid warning light would not come on. The dealer identified faulty washer fluid level sensor and replaced it under warranty. |
| 68200 mi €160 |
Faulty parking sensor |
| 122760 mi €250 |
Alternator failed |
2013 Volvo S60 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 30600 mi | lighter and usb connection not working. |
2012 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 325hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 32000 mi | Passenger seat electrical adjustments quit working. Problem turned out to be a loose connection. I was given a new Merc to drive while my car was in the shop. I like this dealer so far. |
| 41000 mi | Low tone horn replaced by dealer under warranty. |
| 86000 mi US $400 |
Replace Low tone horn. |
| 10300 mi | Warning message "check rear stop lamp" - bulb blown. |
2012 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 6820 mi | Radio froze. Required replacing module. |
| 63440 mi C $100 |
Battery needed to be replaced |
| 6100 mi | XM Radio locks up and prevents you from changing stations iPod stops playing audio over the sound system when connected via cable after a minute or so especially when bluetooth is enabled. |
| 8700 mi | iPod playback issues over USB. Provided new version of Sensus at no charge. |
| 12000 mi | Remote Lock/unlock feature not always working |
| 3300 mi | Blind Spot Information System - message BLIS service required Remote not always working; after hitting info button, lights will intermittently turn off on the remote |
| 15000 mi | Remote start range poor Bluetooth range poor / skips Auto up/down not working for passenger window - occasionally doesn't work for driver window Keyless entry does not work on driver side door handle |
| 24000 mi | Fuse B6 blew, even when replaced. Affected vanity mirror lights, courtesy lights, and rain sensing wipers. Dealer found short in vanity mirror wiring, repaired |
| 23340 mi | My car alarm and engine light kept going off Then my hood light kept turning on. Dealership originally couldn't locate the issue until the hood light started going off regularly. They replaced hood latch and it fixed all the issues |
| 3100 mi | There was something that was draining the battery. If car sat for more than six days battery would be dead. Problem was with the passengers side mirror and defective parts replaced. |
| 76000 mi | AC blower fan motor noise / motor replaced. |
| 12000 mi | AC compressor making loud whining noise. Problem was a misadjusted expansion valve. After diagnosing the problem, the compressor was adjusted and the noise abated. |
| 63500 mi US $150 |
When starting the engine from "accessory mode" the sound system does not produce any sound. When starting with the car completely off, the stereo works fine. Tried to update software with no luck. Have to replace the AUD module for $1,000 |
2012 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 6000 mi | Complete failure of SENSUS system (audio, nav, camera, etc.). Dealer replaced entire system under warranty. |
| 26000 mi | Entertainment system could not put out any sound |
| 47400 mi | A whine was noticed when AC was on. |
| 53800 mi | Heater blower making noise, had to have the blower replaced |
| 35000 mi | Battery replaced under warranty |
| 7000 mi | iPod connection switches from bluetooth to iPod connection every 5 minutes. Connection doesn't stay with on method. Updated software to Sensus 3.0. |
| 7800 mi | Antenna on roof was not secured and needs to be reattached |
| 19900 mi | Grinding sound when A/C is turned on |
| 16000 mi | AC compressor was making groaning noises for a couple months, sporadic but did not affect AC performance. Dealer technician diagnosed a faulty compressor and replaced with a new unit under warranty. System appears normal now. |
| 23000 mi | A/C compressor started making groaning noises again. Dealer technician diagnosed low oil charge, odd since it had been recharged when the compressor was replaced last quarter. Technician recharged with correct amount of oil and declared ok. Problem with key fob not remembering personal settings when entering car despite following instruction how set seat memory. Technician performed software update for IAM upgrade. Declared both keys now working as designed. |
| 44300 mi | Vehicle failed to crank. Dealer tested battery and found bad cell. Dealer replaced battery under warranty |
| 18800 mi | A/C making growling noise. AC pump replaced. |
| 11300 mi | AC compressor made a lot of noise when it was on. They replaced the compressor. |
| 50000 mi US $500 |
Automatic door locks |
| 26900 mi | Low battery light came on. Dealer replaced battery. Problem came back on 4/1/15 |
2011 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 10000 mi US $1700 |
Replaced Nav, Infotainment unit. Updated computer. All under warranty. |
2007 Volvo S60
Engine not specified
| 36000 mi US $150 |
Rear parking assist sensors controller stopped working. This turns off the sensors and give you a "memo" alert on the instrument cluster that service is needed. Controller is located in trunk-area, near driver's side rear light. Plug & play. |
2007 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 61200 mi | Brake position sensor throwing a fault code. "Brake System Service Required" Replaced brake position sensor under CPO warranty. |
| 19000 mi US $250 |
headlight alignment, and harness routing |
| 22000 mi | turn signal replacement. |
| 35000 mi | Trip computer was resetting by itself. Software was updated. |
| 27000 mi | Multi function switch for left turn signal (where turn signal stalk attaches in steering column) malfunctioned frequently, and was replaced. |
| 7500 mi | Warranty work - compass in mirror would stick on one direction. They reprogramed it. Still does not work right. |
| 55000 mi US $103 |
Turn signal switch shorted. Turn signal would not blink consistently, trip computer changed setting each time turn signal was turned on. Replacing switch/lever mechanism fixed it. Part number: 31268561 |
2007 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 257hp 2.4L I5 6-speed manual FWD
| 98000 mi US $35 |
Passenger side low beam headlight cables melted and shorted. Replaced |
2007 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 60700 mi US $205 |
Passenger side airbag seat sensor shorted out and thus disabled the seat sensor AND the steering column sensor was covered under an extended warranty thus instead of 2800.00 it was 205.00 |
| 71300 mi C $50 |
Headlight out. Difficult to change out as it is in a cramped space |
| 76880 mi C $3000 |
Ac compressor replaced |
| 83700 mi C $3000 |
AC replacement |
2007 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic FWD
| 109000 mi US $38 |
Front high beam socket replaced after numerous lamps due to short circuit at connection. |
| 36000 mi | Headlamp washer pump replaced |
| 91800 mi US $50 |
It turned out to be a Freon leak. The Schraeder valve was replaced. The passenger air bag warning light was always on. my dealer(Car Max) had to send it out to be diagnosed, thats why they had the car so long. It turned out to be nothing. |
| 105000 mi US $700 |
Had to replace the Schrader valve again and recharge the system. There is so much buzzing on AM radio that it cannot be listened to. This has been a problem for a long time. They were unable to fix it. |
| 108000 mi | AM radio buzzing never fixed. |
2007 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic AWD
| 113000 mi US $400 |
Back up sensor replacement |
| 89600 mi US $400 |
Replaced 2 tire pressure sensors |
| 97000 mi US $560 |
Faulty tire pressure warning system. Required computer update and new sensors |
| 39300 mi US $110 |
Battery Replacement |
| 49000 mi | My low beams and high beams stopped working. It was an electrical issue that required that they order an entirely new headlight system. |
2006.5 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 182hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| 108000 mi | 2 dodgy garages caused probs elecs/ABS/DPF by damaging wiring loom. After £8K on car+repairs in 1.8yrs. Good garage couldn't guarantee correction of rubbish & unneeded work of 1st 2 garages. Sold for £500. AVOID P&R Motors Kirkstall Leeds. |
2006 Volvo S60
Engine not specified
| 83000 mi US $100 |
Air conditioner blowing warm air. |
2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 24800 mi | turn signal was shorting out. Was told that this was a very common problem and eventually all of the turn signal stalks from the factory go bad. They were ready for me with a part. Signal stalk replacement |
| 33000 mi | nav software update |
| 45880 mi | Door lock (was causing alarm malfunction). |
| 76980 mi C $600 |
High pitched whine from speakers when car is running (even if radio is off). Rear passenger door lock was defective (showed code) |
| 81840 mi | Blower motor required replacement (noisy) |
2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual AWD
| 60000 mi US $550 |
Gas gauge intermittent. |
| 50000 mi | Needed a software code reset to fix a faulty window that wouldn't roll up properly. |
| 35000 mi | $700 to repair a blower motor that was damaged due to Volvo letting debris fall into the blower when they did a windshield change. Volvo would not cover it under warranty. Still not fixed. |
| 22500 mi | One headlamp was vibrating badly and replaced. |
| 23300 mi | Had to go to a second dealer to get headlamp repair done. |
| 24000 mi | Wiring harness replaced after headlamp repair was done incorrectly and the accessory drive belt rubbed through some wiring! |
| 47200 mi | Turn signal stalk replacement. |
2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 257hp 2.4L I5 6-speed manual FWD
| 47000 mi | I had the bulbs replaced in November - then the passenger side went out within two weeks and they said it was because the connector melted. Then it happened on the driver's side - but no melting. Now it has happened AGAIN. Replaced another headlight bulb, other side. Will be having more tests performed. |
| 47300 mi US $113 |
Took to an ASE certified mechanic w/Volvo expertise to diagnose the premature light failure. Had to replace both bulbs on the right side and rewire the pigtail. Future repair needed on left headlight. |
| 62000 mi US $1300 |
New alternator required. Noticed due to a whining noise. Could have continued to drive but it may have gone out at any time. Indicator signal had issues - intermittently would not keep the signal on, signal tempo would be irregular, etc. |
2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 257hp 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 56000 mi US $75 |
drivers side brake light |
| 35000 mi | Rear headrests would not retract. Climate control console was replaced under warranty, turns out there was a kinked wire. Problem is fixed now. |
2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 141000 mi US $65 |
replaced fuel level sensor |
| 122000 mi US $2000 |
Large A/C leak, estimated repair but not done. |
| 66150 mi US $100 |
In-warranty repair of radio antenna lead wire. In-warranty repair of radio antenna lead wire. |
| 78000 mi | Replace alternator, noisy bearing |
| 144125 mi US $35 |
Replace burnt low beam headlight bulbs |
2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 41540 mi C $800 |
Transmission fluid, winterize, and new battery |
2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic FWD
| 92500 mi | Replaced headlight. |
| 87300 mi US $600 |
Head light repair. I would replace the bulb and it would last around a week and go out again. So the whole passenger side assembly was the problem. And aftermarket wheel prob. |
| 96500 mi US $1200 |
had to replace driver side head light assmly |
| 123300 mi | AC recharged; ignition switch went bad |
| 130000 mi US $650 |
Had to replace starter. |
| 152000 mi US $300 |
recharge, oil change, flush ac/ vent |
| 119000 mi US $525 |
Replaced original starter |
| 127000 mi US $300 |
Replaced faulty A/C Compressor and recharged system |
| 62000 mi | gas gauge did not work, brought to dealker to have repaired, they replaced sensor, when we got car home, all gasoline leaked out of car, had car towed back to dealer and they resealed sensor |
| 74000 mi US $297 |
Front of AC compressor fell off due to broken bolt. repaired and cleared faults in computer and topped off freon. |
| 117000 mi | battery connection loose |
| 104000 mi US $850 |
Air conditioner stopped working; crack discovered in condenser; part replaced @ $500 plus labor. |
| 89000 mi US $100 |
Left headlamp failed. Plastic cover designed to R&R bulb too close to other components. Entire bumper had to be removed. All lamps replaced. |
| 70000 mi US $100 |
Unsure of location of leak - waiting on future analysis |
| 75000 mi US $400 |
Passenger door locks no longer worked with auto lock |
| 107600 mi US $1500 |
Compressor needed to be replaced |
| 127000 mi US $150 |
A/C was blowing cooler on one side. Recharged system appears to be fine. |
| 143000 mi US $900 |
The A/C Condenser was bad. So I forked over the painful $900. Now it works great! Plus oil change. Total bill $975.00 |
| 157900 mi US $700 |
Reset window switch. The window would auto roll up halfway and then reverse and roll back down. They reset the auto/up window switch. |
| 167000 mi US $600 |
Check Engine Light came on. Needed new starter |
| 88000 mi | intermediate start problem-dealer found no cause but as a token redid the starter motor connector. I believe it will resurface. Because very intermittent it may take 6 months to show again. When it happens it results in a tow. |
| 106000 mi US $100 |
headlight bulb-earlier repair by previous owner caused bulb not to be able to release. Had to remove entire headlight assembly, thus, bumper cover etc to get this out to remove bulb due to lack of space.This 10 min job turned into a 3 days |
2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic AWD
| 130700 mi US $3150 |
Initial problem was insufficient cabin heat. Bad cabin thermometer. |
2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 177hp 2.0L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 11780 mi | airco stops when outside temp. is higher then 20. deg. diag. comp says all is oke, even if its 35 deg. inside the car. |
| 12400 mi | airco got fixed, former owner replaced airco pump. metal particals of old pump were in aircosystem and clogged it up. there is a venturi were high pressure liquid gets sprayed in low pressure part. here is a fine mesh filter, this was clogged. |
| 123460 mi | Xenon bulb changed, |
| 137640 mi €470 |
I ordered the magnetic cluths, thinking that was the problem with the AC. But the cluths was burned because the ac pump siezed up. I will replace pump later. |
| 151280 mi | Seized ac pump |
2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic FWD
| 11160 mi | Indicator relay in dashboard replaced. |
2005 Volvo S60
Engine not specified
| 78000 mi US $560 |
Driver front window window regulator broken, not replaced due to replacement cost. |
2005 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual AWD
| 52000 mi US $60 |
Needed to replace the drivers door master window switch. Interior Air Quality (IAQ) sensor was replaced, which is an "optional" component of the car. Never worked upon delivery of car, and only requested its repair recently. |
| 19000 mi | Left turn signal failing. Replace signal stalk. |
2005 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 50000 mi US $120 |
Xenon headlight auto-leveling system became uncalibrated and did not aim headlights properly. Re-calibration involved dealer connecting car to computer and ordering system to recalibrate the level settings. |
| 55500 mi US $925 |
Window regulator failed, and caused driver's side front window to break. Repair included new regulator, and new/replaced window. Warranty refused to cover replacement window cost, only paid for regulator. |
2005 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 257hp 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 101000 mi US $800 |
Remote only unlocks driver door. Traced source of problem faulty UEM. Estimate to R&R and load software 830.00 |
| 214000 mi US $600 |
1) Replaced alarm siren due to UEM Faults |
| 112300 mi US $600 |
Perimeter alarm / siren |
2005 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 133000 mi US $240 |
Replaced Alternator |
2005 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic FWD
| 120000 mi US $65 |
Connector melted and needed to be replace with new one |
| 122300 mi US $25 |
Had to rewire new harness for front low beam headlight |
| 187000 mi US $95 |
thermostat not controlling heating during winter, replaced thermostat assembly. |
2005 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic AWD
| 28728 mi | a/c blows hot on drivers side - replace o rings - software download |
| 36699 mi | reinitialized window software |
| 52000 mi | All warning lights went on. Stopped car and shut off. Car would not re-start. Central electrical module (CEM) failed. Dealer replaced under CPO Warranty-no charge to me. |
| 70000 mi US $560 |
rear park assist sensor failed. Replaced one faulty sensor, $260. |
| 79000 mi US $425 |
Replaced Starter |
| 81300 mi | Alternator replaced. |
2005 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic FWD
| 102000 mi US $1750 |
Replaced 2 horns |
2005 Volvo S60 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 104000 mi US $1000 |
The problem is with the security system and they said it would be about 1,000 to fix, so we are going to sell the car, because we fear it will be one electrical issue after another. |
2004 Volvo S60
Engine not specified
| 78900 mi US $800 |
Central Electronic Module failed. AC stopped running. Power windows quit working. Car "limped down the road". Fuses also blown. Dealership wanted ~1,500 to fix. Fixed w private mechanic for 1/2 with reman part from Canada. |
| 90000 mi US $700 |
There were multiple independent problems. Stereo just "broke" (whatever that means). Cruise control- broke. Car alarm system- broke. |
| 115000 mi US $3600 |
SRS airbag module damaged,have to put new module which costs $1900. |
2004 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual AWD
| 72900 mi US $700 |
Drivers window track/guides/motor was damaged, and so was replaced. |
| 65500 mi US $100 |
Replaced turn signal assembly due to intermittent left turn signal function. |
| 70000 mi | Stock radio stopped working. Pulled the relevant fuses and found no breaks, so I re-inserted. Radio started working again. |
| 71000 mi | Display on stock radio went out, but sound was still playing and volume/station could be adjusted. After shutting off car and restarting, the display worked again. |
| 89000 mi US $1000 |
CD changer |
| 105000 mi US $35 |
I accidentally unplugged the airbag wire on the driver's seat, and an SRS light came on. Took it to the dealer and had them reset the light. |
| 122000 mi | Passenger's Side DRL bulb blew. |
| 52080 mi | HVAC blower motor replaced. |
| 49000 mi US $150 |
Car would intermittently have weak battery, lose memory in radio, lose memory in Trip ODO. Troubleshot and found bad crimp connector and engine end of long positive battery cable. Soldered connector. Problem fixed. |
| 50000 mi | Alarm system module. Alarm siren was randomly going off and the sunroof stopped working. |
| 46000 mi | Anti-skid light came back on. Speedometer went from 60 to 0 while driving. Tachometer stayed at 3000 rpm. Pulled over. Car would not restart!!! Traded-in! Not putting another dime into this car! Later learned due to Differential Electronic Module (DEM). |
| 31000 mi US $100 |
climate control fan motor |
| 57000 mi | Buzzing sound emanating from rear parcel shelf speaker. |
2004 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 75200 mi US $200 |
would start and stall then not longer start. started after a day in my garage. dealership determined it was the battery and replaced it. Problem return a few days later |
| 80000 mi US $300 |
Vehicle had to be towed to dealer after it would not start. Dealer was vague about what repairs they made but the fix worked for several days before it failed again. After failing to start again the dealer kept the car for several days. they told me they tightened the ground cable to the frame. |
| 85000 mi US $250 |
This time when the car did not start the dealer determined the alternator was at fault. I got a second opinion from another shop as the dealer wanted $900. second shop confirmed and i did the work myself |
| 95000 mi | when the car would not start this time the dealer said they had narrowed the problem to one of seven ECU's on board, they cleared the codes and needed to fail again. after three weeks i called and asked for my car back. |
| 75000 mi US $435 |
Truck lid motor not working, replaced |
| 86000 mi US $1700 |
R headlight elevation motor failed. Whole unit plus wiring harness replaced. |
2004 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 92000 mi US $750 |
headlight assembly failed. $500 part |
| 99000 mi | Replace headlight (just bulb not assembly) |
| 107260 mi | Headlight. Seem to be replacing some bulb or another every month. Five headlights and 12 position/brake lights in total. |
| 197200 mi US $2092 |
AC recharge |
| 65000 mi US $10 |
passenger side window fell off regulator. Followed Haynes manual(from IPD) instructions. Plastic piece was $2.50 from IPD, $10.00 from Volvo. Attach string to piece when installing lest it fall into door assembly |
| 72000 mi | SCM failing. Can replace myself($200) but WWW posts ambiguous about need to reprgm SCM after replace. Would like to just pull fuse 38 but unclear if that will kill car. No one(dealer,ind shop) can tell me. |
2004 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 136000 mi | New battery installed |
| 55180 mi C $1500 |
replace xenon halogen assembly |
2004 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic FWD
| 71300 mi $85 |
Replacement of windshield washer pump |
| 31415 mi | Alternator replaced. Repair compledted under warranty. |
| 32860 mi C $60 |
Door locks reprogrammed to all open with one push of button. |
| 31000 mi US $400 |
Bulb position failure was indicated. Dealer told me it was a simple lightbulb replacement so I decided to do it on my own. |
| 35000 mi US $79 |
Drivers side headlight out - I couldn't replace it myself because the air filter was in the way. |
| 70000 mi US $800 |
Alternator broken and replace |
| 119000 mi US $93 |
engine oil, oil filter and bulb socket |
| 147000 mi US $20 |
Windshield washer had stopped spraying, took it in for possible motor replacement, but it turned out to be just a blown fuse. Put in a new fuse and all was working again. |
| 201000 mi US $460 |
New battery needed after 200,000 miles |
| 283000 mi US $75 |
Fog light connector disintegrated and needed to be replaced |
2004 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic AWD
| 42000 mi US $100 |
Headlight wipers failed simultaneously blowing fuse for motors and wiper spray motor. $918 estimate for repair |
2004 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 177hp 2.0L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| 119040 mi R 29537 |
Altenator making noise. |
2004 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic FWD
| 83000 mi | Dashboard power supply relay broken, replaced relay under CPO warranty. |
| 87000 mi | Hard fault in BCM, no communication to ECM - Replace BCM and SW UEM shorted out intermittently - Replace and download SW for UEM Internal fault in 1 remote - Replace remote |
| 114500 mi US $250 |
Blower motor resistor failed, replaced. |
| 78000 mi US $487 |
Service Light Indicator reset Replace brakes Comprehensive Check-up Bulb failure repair |
| 66340 mi | Replaced right headlamp wiper motor Replaced lid latch wiring harness (p/n 8645057) |
| 30000 mi | The horn went out. The rear curb sensor went out. |
| 69000 mi | lost key - had to tow car to dealership so new key could be made, no other way to make a spare key for this #$#%#@ car. |
| 79000 mi | would not start - thought it was the theft deterrent system with the chip in the key bad, but did not get a good answer; possible fuel problem moving the car a short distance - had to be towed to the dealer. |
| 80000 mi US $1400 |
Instrument panel went out - only Check Engine light displayed, would start and drive but would not shift properly. Part had to be ordered through Volvo and they had to hook it up to their computer system for it to function. |
| 80000 mi | developed another dash instrument panel failure - decided to dump the car after replacing some relays |
| 173600 mi US $600 |
Fuel sensor failed |
2003 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 84100 mi US $1200 |
Instrument cluster failed. |
2003 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 197hp 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 196000 mi US $700 |
AC was running cold and then hot and repeated. Took it to the shop and it was supposedly repaired. It is now doing the same thing. I will be taking it back to the shop for repair. |
| 199000 mi | Battery died and am trying to recharge it. |
2003 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| 74400 mi $400 |
replacement of the ac condenser |
2003 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic FWD
| 100000 mi US $150 |
Car would not turn over or start. Turn out to be a frail wire to the starter. |
| 124000 mi US $1500 |
The 03 Volvo S60, had issue with the electrical system the car would start but would run down the battery doing a trip but after sitting for a while it would start but the same issue would reoccur. |
| 104000 mi US $425 |
Replace left and right side tail light bulbs. |
| 102000 mi US $465 |
siren kept repeatedly going off at night |
| 110800 mi US $1360 |
Replace A/C Compressor and all components. Replace A/C Compressor and all components. |
| 138000 mi US $300 |
Replace Resistor and Blower. |
| 185000 mi US $64 |
inspection/repair lighting harness for the headlamp |
2002 Volvo S60
Engine not specified
| 124000 mi US $50 |
A fuse was replaced! |
2002 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 247hp 2.3L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 134800 mi US $700 |
alternator shaft wear causing alarming noise and shedding metal dust |
| 108000 mi US $200 |
Problem with Dash electrical. DIM unit was faulty and needed to reflow the solder on the circuit board. Everything works perfectly now. |
| 108000 mi US $50 |
Voltage regulator faulted resulting in a new part needing to be installed. Repaired with new OEM part. Most of the work was in removing other parts to gain access to the back of the alternator. |
2002 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 247hp 2.3L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| 125000 mi US $700 |
Starter motor inconsistently not working. Was fixed by cleaning electrical connections. |
| 147200 mi US $700 |
AC condenser replaced and recharged |
| 150000 mi US $350 |
Intermittent problem with A/C clutch. Unclear if same issue as before, or a different one. New shop specializes in Volvos, will rebuild the clutch. |
| 163000 mi US $10 |
Head lamp connector melted. Required a new connector kit (installed myself). |
2002 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 197hp 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 106000 mi US $1000 |
Alternator failed |
| 80000 mi US $200 |
Side marker light |
| 120000 mi US $300 |
replace starter |
| 91764 mi | Replaced RF door latch Installed RF door module covered under extended warranty. Replaced RF door latch. Installed RF door module. Covered under extended warranty. |
| 103000 mi US $223 |
Replaced failed alternator. For preventive maintenance replaced serpentine belt and tensioner at the same time. |
2002 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 197hp 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 75000 mi US $735 |
Electrical system failed while driving, towed to the shop. Battery and alternator replaced. |
| 88000 mi US $740 |
Drivers heated seat failed; not repaired due to cost |
| 99000 mi | Driver's heated seat did not work. |
| 76880 mi | AC was not cooling the cabin, so setting the climate control would cause the AC to pump unceasingly, creating a very loud cabin. |
| 182880 mi C $600 |
installed rebuilt instrument cluster |
| 156000 mi US $250 |
Dash Cluster went out shop replaced using part I bought of Ebay |
2002 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 197hp 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic FWD
| 194700 mi US $6681 |
AC was not cooling. Inspection disclosed that Compressor was not engaging the clutch, so the Compressor was changed. Fan/Blower (for AC) would fluctuate wildly. The Blower Motor Resistor was replaced. I was getting a SRS/Airbag warning. From the repair order: "Found DTC SRS-00D4 SRS Lamp Faulty Signal and DTC DIM-0003." Fault traced to DIM. Replaced it and reloaded software. Problem solved. Battery tested at 222 CCA, rated at 600 CCA. It was replaced. The Alternator (which is rated at 143A but tested at 97A) was replaced. |
| 278217 mi US $3319 |
Right front headlamp out. The bulb harnesses (both sides) had fallen apart, so they were replaced, too. Also had multiple bulb failures in the rear of the vehicle. All lamps changed out. |
| 105000 mi US $500 |
Hose for air conditioning broke. |
2002 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic FWD
| 121000 mi US $17 |
Left headlight replaced. |
| 136000 mi US $941 |
Alternator failed and had to be replaced |
| 124000 mi US $1500 |
AC Compressor seized, replaced compressor, drier, evacuator and recharge system |
| 128000 mi | Condenser leaking |
| 143000 mi US $16 |
Passenger side turn signal socket went bad. Replaced with new OEM socket. |
| 134800 mi US $325 |
Security alarm module was bad. Purchased used module on ebay and had independent shop do the install. |
| 156000 mi US $155 |
Driver Information Module Failed. Rebuilt at independent shop. |
| 164000 mi | Airbag light came on. |
| 185000 mi US $1200 |
Regulator failed, damaged alternator and battery. |
| 125000 mi | They did software upgrade which is basically an override. Air bag warning light on. Not fixed, but it went out on its own. |
| 135000 mi US $365 |
A/C doesnt work. Compressor problem etc ?? $1400 to fix, so on hold.. |
| 104000 mi US $155 |
A/C was not blowing as cold as it should; system was recharged and nothing else was found to be wrong with it. |
| 100700 mi US $610 |
Wiring from central electronic control module was severed. Short was found, wires battery and spark plugs replaced. |
| 83000 mi | Service Alarm System. Alarm goes off with key fob but not when locked door is opened from inside. Needs new module. |
| 97000 mi US $200 |
Left turn signal with bright switch not functioning. |
| 98000 mi US $96 |
Battery would not start the car every time. May have been weakened by the air ventilation sensor when engine turned off. |
2001 Volvo S60
Engine not specified
| 79000 mi US $700 |
Alternator was replaced |
2001 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 247hp 2.3L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 98580 mi $200 |
Problem resolved itself after several days. Could have been caused by bad contact or moisture. |
| 115720 mi $350 |
Alternator failed. |
| 168000 mi US $793 |
A/C Compressor A/C O-Ring |
| 103000 mi US $87 |
Replaced alternator. |
2001 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 247hp 2.3L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| 126000 mi US $135 |
Compressor won't stay on. Cools for 15 minutes then quits. Refrigerant was low, replaced low end valve. Air did blow cooler, but still compressor cut out. |
| 127000 mi US $1100 |
Compressor clutch was bad. Replaced compressor and drying unit. |
| 131000 mi | Right headlight and turn signal are intermittent. May be on when leaving house, off when arriving at work. Turn signal also goes on and off, but not at the same times as headlight. Can't find loose connection. |
| 114000 mi | Alternator |
| 133000 mi US $900 |
Leak discovered in A/C condenser, requiring replacement of condenser and receiver/dryer, followed by a full evac/recharge of refrigerant. |
2001 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 197hp 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic FWD
| 147000 mi | Added Shims to A/C clutch on compressor. Compressor would not engage when it reached operating temperature. |
2001 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| 150740 mi C $300 |
Intermittent headlight failure; cracked headlight lens (from stone). Replaced wiring connector for low beam bulb; replaced headlight lens with aftermarket part. |
| 179800 mi C $154 |
replaced fuel pump, relay, crank position sensor; still pursuing cause of no-start condition that prevents the fuel pump from being energized Diagnostic related to no-start condition; determined that Central Electronic Module won't energize fuel pump relay; CEM needs replacement (dealer) or remanufacturing (aftermarket option) |
2001 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic FWD
| 103540 mi C $100 |
Voltage regulator on alternator intermittently malfunctioning (cost of part was US$135). Headlight wiper motor not working (passenger side). Obtained part but did not repair yet as bumper needs to be removed for repair. Passenger door lock actuator malfunctioning intermittently. Sometimes takes 2 - 3 attempts to lock the door (door unlocks itself when locking is attempted). Need to obtain part for self repair. |
| 186000 mi US $240 |
Dead alternator replaced. |
| 46800 mi | Replaced rear left side door lock because it sometimes did not lock with the key fob. It always unlocked with the key fob. Had the replacement lock couriered to me and the whole process took 35 minutes from go to finish. |
| 84940 mi A $1100 |
Removed and replaced alternator |
2001 Volvo S60 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 69000 mi US $84 |
Headlight went out. The shop replaced it and did a necessary oil change. They said the light was difficult and took an entire hour, which made parts and labor over $60 not incuding the oil change. |
| 88000 mi US $650 |
Alternator died - determined faulty and replaced by dealership. |
2001 Volvo S60 4-door
5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 26300 mi US $198 |
Replaced known bad alarm siren module (alkaline from leaking battery had taken out the board) with new OEM module, still getting "Alarm system needs maintenance" message. |
| 26600 mi US $120 |
Replaced turn signal and other exterior bulbs, replaced defective RF turn signal socket (high Ohms to socket), and replaced defective combined turn signal switch. |
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