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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%)

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Volvo S60 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (4%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (19%)

$100 - $499 (36%)

< $100 (28%)

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Chart based on 966 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

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Volvo S60 in Connecticut, United States Nov 2021 - Jan 2022
Jan 2022 4500 mi	replaced driver's side front shock and ball joint

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Volvo S60 in Kansas, United States Jan 2021 - Jun 2022
Jun 2021 7435 mi	Headlamp swivel feature failed with corresponding dashboard warning and fault. Dealer repaired by resetting module.
Jul 2021 10416 mi	Occasional jerking and hesitation in reverse on cold startup. Technical Service Bulletin TJ35901 applied (software update) and have not had problem since.
Jun 2022 23879 mi	Charging port door latch replaced for "hard to open".

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Volvo S60 in Chile Sep 2019 - Jun 2022
Feb 2020 3100 mi	Air conditioning hose was leaking. Hose was replaced and gas recharged.

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Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Jun 2021 - Jun 2022
Nov 2021 13000 mi	Sunroof airdam broke when closing roof. With it broken, roof would no longer close.

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Volvo S60 in Florida, United States Sep 2017 - Jun 2022
May 2018 13000 mi	A few of my windshield washer jets weren't working. They fixed it (though I didn't exactly understand what they did).
Oct 2021 42000 mi	Stop start had quit working and I got a battery error. Car always started though.

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Volvo S60 in New Jersey, United States Aug 2016 - Aug 2018
Jul 2016 3500 mi US $550	Hit pothole and bubbled the sidewall of front tire. Tire was replaced under Warranty Hit pothole and bubbled the sidewall of front tire. Tire was replaced under Warranty. Had front alignment done with new tire.

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Volvo S60 in Minnesota, United States Sep 2019 - Oct 2021
Dec 2019 57000 mi US $150	Thermostat Replaced

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Volvo S60 in California, United States Dec 2020 - Jun 2022
Dec 2020 21672 mi US $234	Harsh engagement at acceleration and deceleration from transmission. Right engine mounts found to be collapsed. Removed and replaced engine mount (2). Transmission hesitation from stop to forward driving. Sometimes a few seconds for engagement for car to begin to go from full stop. Dealer: Cause (10). Checked oil; within level. Check for any TJ, found TJ 30695 in relation to TCM update and transmission adaptation. Performed adaptation and software upgrade to TCM unit. Test drove after repairs, all within vehicle standards.

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Jun 2021 - Jun 2022
May 2022 62000 mi US $500	Engine was burning oil. Did an oil burn test ($499) and then Volvo stepped in and replaced the entire engine due to the issue

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Volvo in South Carolina, United States Aug 2017 - Jul 2022
Jan 2022 92000 mi US $500	Rear brake pads and rotors replaced

Volvo in California, United States Jun 2016 - Jun 2018
Oct 2016 20 mi	On the drive home after purchase, the car gave "reduced engine power" indication and made hissing noise under heavy throttle. Volvo service dept wrote "FOUND LOOSE HOSE FOR TURBO WASTE GATE REATTACHED HOSE."
Apr 2018 20300 mi	rear passenger windows sun shade broken, replaced

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Volvo S60 in Georgia, United States Oct 2014 - Dec 2015
Dec 2014 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.
Feb 2015 4300 mi	Aluminum trim panel on center control stack was misaligned since new. Dealer replaced with a new part and it fits perfectly.
May 2015 8000 mi	Noticed hesitation at low rpm and felt sluggish at all speeds. Supercharger failed and had to be ordered from Sweden. I am driving a Volvo loaner until the parts arrive.
Jun 2015 10000 mi	Dealer installed replacement supercharger after it finally arrived. I'm concerned because something still doesn't 'feel' right even though the turbo and supercharger are both working. Engine only requires oil changes every 10k miles with synthetic oil, but it has been consuming approx. 1qt of oil every 2000-2500 miles! Dealer ran diagnostics, says it is within normal paraments, glad when 3yr lease is over!
Sep 2015 13000 mi	Oil consumption issue got much worse, using more than one quart every 500 miles! After several weeks of my VERY firm demands, they replaced the engine under warranty!

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Volvo S60 in Georgia, United States Jun 2014 - Jun 2018
Jun 2017 17000 mi	Failing battery, car is almost 3 years old. Replaced under "safe and secure" warranty plan at no charge
Sep 2017 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.
Nov 2017 18500 mi	Shudder when braking. Brake rotors warped after a long drive through the mountains. Dealer replaced under Volvo Safe and Secure warranty, which includes wear items like brakes.

Volvo S60 in Virginia, United States Apr 2018 - Jun 2018
Jun 2018 31000 mi	A front strut mount needed replacement.

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Volvo S60 in California, United States Jun 2015 - Jun 2018
Aug 2016 25000 mi	engine did not re-start at stop light while driving with auto start/stop engine mode on. After few minutes of being completely non responsive car got back to live and I could start engine by pressing start/stop button. Took the car to Volvo dealer repair facility - was found that dealer installed (prior sale) software was not installed correctly - updated all software. Correction made under warranty.

Volvo S60 in North Carolina, United States Jan 2015 - Sep 2016
Nov 2015 10000 mi	Faulty O2 sensor.

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Nov 2014 - Apr 2017
Jan 2015 1200 mi	Error message appeared in DIM stating Volvo On Call Service Required. Diagnosed as fault with phone module, which was replaced under warranty.
Apr 2016 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.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Feb 2017 - Jul 2022
Mar 2017 40000 mi	Loose b-pillar panel was replaced.
Mar 2018 48000 mi	Cannot fill gas tank, pump nozzle shuts off after a few gallons, will not allow any more gas in tank. Start/stop system unavailable. Dealer reset battery control module, this corrected the problem for 2 days then the start/stop system again became unavailable.

Volvo S60 in Virginia, United States Dec 2020 - Jan 2022
Jan 2022 37300 mi US $200	Oil consumption test as car has been consuming oil recently. Was told that the car needs the pistons and piston rings replaced.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Dec 2017 - Jun 2022
May 2018 38000 mi	The reason I went to the dealer was because I kept getting a low oil warning and message that said it needed a quart. They had to replace the oil trap. It was done for free because the car is still under warranty. There was a recall on the spark plugs. They were replaced.

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2014 - Jul 2022
Aug 2014 3400 mi	A "J" tube was replaced as well as an oxygen sensor
Mar 2018 33000 mi	Faulty alarm module replaced, under warrenty.

Volvo S60 in Florida, United States Apr 2015 - Oct 2017
Oct 2017 17000 mi	Air conditioning was not cooling properly for at least 30 minutes into the trip. Needed a new compressor.

Volvo S60 in Florida, United States Oct 2020 - Jun 2022
Nov 2021 89703 mi US $720	No repair just a check engine diagnosis, have to take back on 24 Nov for repair. Found DTC ECM-P018C00 Fuel Pressure Sensor and circuit low. Replaced fuel pressure sensor. Engine upper torque mount replaced.
Jan 2022 92422 mi US $798	Rear pads needed to be replaced, front rotors were warped and needed replacing, front pads did not need replacing.
May 2022 99000 mi US $265	Battery low charge, stop/start function would not work. Replaced main battery.

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Volvo S60 in Ukraine Oct 2015 - Oct 2017
Apr 2015 47740 mi $1	change the engine asthe #3 cilinders was broken change of clutch

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Volvo S60 in Ohio, United States Sep 2013 - Jun 2022
May 2022 82400 mi US $750	Driver-side sunroof drain tube detached from fitting at firewall (ice in line suspected). Drain attached to new tube/fitting through firewall.

Volvo S60 in Alberta, Canada Mar 2014 - Jun 2018
Mar 2017 28520 mi C $200	Cylinder misfiring - spark plugs replaced

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Volvo S60 in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2014 - Jan 2022
Apr 2015 22200 mi	Clunking sound from rear-drivers side, car would jerk to the left going over some bumps. Replaced 2 shocks on the rear-drivers wheel, under warrenty wind noise at highway speed. Diagnosed as a mis-calibrated window close sensor, rear window was never fully closing. Recalibrated
Nov 2017 49000 mi	Very gritty feeling to steering wheel on turning. They diagnosed as failed strut bearing and replaced it under warranty

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Jun 2014 - Jun 2018
Nov 2014 11000 mi	Right rear window popped when rolling up and down. Dealer R/R bracket.
Dec 2015 31000 mi	The module that managed the keyless entry and engine start/stop was failing to detect my fob.
Jun 2017 55000 mi	Hard "banging" when shifting from reverse to drive or drive to reverse. Dealer applied software update specific to this issue.
Dec 2017 64000 mi US $7	Software update to Bluetooth interface to fix problem of phone locking up when connecting to car.

Volvo S60 in New Jersey, United States Mar 2014 - Dec 2016
Aug 2014 4700 mi	12 volt sockets didn't work. Dealer replaced fuse.

Volvo S60 in Utah, United States Apr 2014 - Jun 2017
Apr 2015 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.

Volvo S60 in Oregon, United States May 2015 - Sep 2018
Jul 2015 25000 mi	New expansion valve on A/C - noisy (warranty) Front windshield trim (loose) replaced at 24K (warranty)

Volvo S60 in North Carolina, United States Sep 2013 - Jun 2014
Dec 2013 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

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Mar 2014 - Apr 2017
Jul 2014 2000 mi	Touch sensitive door handles not locking and unlocking all the time.
Oct 2014 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.

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Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2013 - Jun 2018
Aug 2014 21000 mi US $750	Software update
May 2016 30300 mi US $200	Steering sometimes locked up. Car constantly drifted to right.
Sep 2016 36000 mi	Steering still sometimes locks up. Also dealer unable to adequately align vehicle. Air conditioning not cold.
Nov 2016 38900 mi US $400	Dealer still unable to properly align vehicle.
Jul 2017 50000 mi US $250	Dealer having trouble aligning vehicle Door lock sensor

Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada Dec 2015 - Jun 2022
Mar 2022 86800 mi C $1200	Front end noise Replaced upper strut mounts both sides and sway bar links and a new alignment about $450.for parts and $500 labour

Volvo S60 in Colorado, United States Mar 2017 - Jun 2018
Sep 2017 42000 mi	Noticed a creaking sound on turns, had stabilizer bar bushings on suspension replaced under warranty.

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Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Dec 2013 - Dec 2014
Jan 2014	Loose bolt on frame causing audible body flex creaking on turns

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Volvo S60 in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2014 - Sep 2016
Dec 2015 21700 mi	Door sensors working sporadically.

Volvo S60 in New Jersey, United States Jan 2016 - Jan 2021
Feb 2016 45200 mi	Wheels were not round from prior pothole repairs.

Volvo S60 in Washington, United States Nov 2016 - Jun 2018
Jun 2017 30000 mi	Dead battery. Dealer replaced with OEM parts under factory warranty.
Oct 2017 30000 mi US $850	Rear break pad replacement and replaced all 4 tires.

Volvo S60 in Florida, United States Jul 2013 - Aug 2014
Apr 2014 2200 mi	keyless drive remote would not open rear passenger side door.

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Volvo S60 in Virginia, United States Nov 2013 - Jul 2018
Dec 2013 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.
Jan 2016 9800 mi	Power steering failed during trip. Car remained drivable; just needed more effort to steer. Shop added pump fluid, checked for leaks and error codes.

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Apr 2013 - Dec 2020
Aug 2014 18300 mi	Pedal pads falling off, ordered new & replaced
Jan 2018 71000 mi US $400	Replace door lock motor, passenger side
Jan 2020 107000 mi US $120	Replaced manifold pressure sensor

Volvo S60 in New South Wales, Australia Aug 2014 - Dec 2017
Jul 2015 5580 mi	Air con not cooling. Sensors not working
Jul 2017 16740 mi	Drivers door lock not unlocking

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Volvo S60 in California, United States Oct 2013 - Jun 2018
May 2014 8900 mi	sound from under the hood when you open the door. engine off, no keys in ignition. dealer says this is normal, but I've heard it in no others.

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2013 - Feb 2016
Oct 2013 7000 mi	Speaker replaced
Jan 2014 9300 mi	Outside Door handle sensors for auto unlocking were not working
Sep 2014 16000 mi	Keyless entry sensors on doors not working. All were replaced
Sep 2015 27000 mi	The buttons on the middle console that control the audio and climate controls stopped working

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States May 2013 - Jul 2017
Apr 2016 31800 mi	Gasket in fuel pump bad...causing hard start sometimes.

Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada Oct 2012 - Oct 2015
Jul 2013 7940 mi	Car was making a groaning/creaking noise when making a right hand turn between grades (think indoor parking garage). Some components in the door were greased and torqued.
Aug 2013 9040 mi	Car was making the creaking noise again, skid plates were deemed to be faulty and repaired under warranty.
Sep 2014 23560 mi	Engine would hesitate when turning over. Car would always start, but car would take a few seconds to crank, and then would stutter into ignition.

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Oct 2012 - Jun 2022
Sep 2015 22000 mi	Battery had bad cell
Feb 2022 65000 mi US $700	Oil trap

Volvo S60 in Virginia, United States Dec 2012 - Aug 2021
Dec 2012 738 mi	Car stalled, would not run. Required towing to dealership. Problem ECM-P008700 Fuel Rail/system pressure too low. Dealership did ECM upgrade...
Apr 2013 3200 mi	Car ran out of Fuel - while showing 1/4 tank. Apparently the fuel delivery should transfer to a different of tank at around that point. That didn't happen. Tank removed and reinstalled, one float replaced, Fuel pump replaced
Sep 2018 47000 mi US $539	left side tie rod ends, inner and outer

Volvo S60 in Washington, United States Jun 2013 - Jan 2022
Feb 2014 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.
May 2016 35600 mi	Keyless door lock system works intermittently at best.
Jan 2018 52000 mi US $165	Battery replaced solely due to its age - 5 years. It was the original battery.
Feb 2021 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.

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2013 - Apr 2022
Jul 2015 9300 mi	Warn area on leather seat back driver side. Replaced leather seat back.
Aug 2021 37000 mi US $500	Replaced brake pads and rotors

Volvo S60 in California, United States Sep 2013 - Jan 2022
Jul 2015 11200 mi	The Vent vertical flip and roller were broken. The AC system makes growling noise at low speed.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Nov 2012 - Sep 2020
Jan 2017 40000 mi	Trunk was hard to open. Trunk shock absorbers were replaced.
Oct 2017 47000 mi	Transmission was replaced due to internal leak in the clutch assembly.

Volvo S60 in North Carolina, United States May 2015 - Jun 2018
Jul 2015 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.
Mar 2016 58000 mi US $700	The door lock actuator required replacement.
Sep 2017 90000 mi US $1400	Alternator needed replacement. Told it was a volvo specific alternator, no alternatives.
Apr 2018 105000 mi US $650	The trip to the shop was initially just for maintenance prior to a 4k mile road trip. The mechanic identified that the car was burning oil due to a clogged oil filter housing, sometimes known as an oil trap or PCV system, which needed replacement. The mechanic said this was due to the 10k mile oil change interval suggested by Volvo. They suggested changing to a 5k mile OCI to prevent the problem. They also noted that many Volvos need this service around 100k miles.
Jun 2018 107999 mi US $1300	A/C Compressor clutch too warn to engage. The full A/C compressor assembly was replaced.

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Volvo S60 in New Jersey, United States Nov 2012 - Dec 2017
Nov 2017 36000 mi US $165	Tire was damaged beyond repair. The problem with 2013 Volvo S60 that it has a well for spare tire, but not a spare tire. Volvo gives you a can of tire repair, that I've heard destroys the wheel, after repair. By the time you get to gas station to add pressure when tire punctured, the tire is ruined. I blame it on Volvo's insanity not to supply spare tire with a car nor run flat tires.

Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada Oct 2013 - Jan 2021
Mar 2018 55180 mi C $238	HIDS lower beam out - Bulb replaced

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Feb 2017 - Mar 2017
Mar 2017 23000 mi	keyless go for driver door stopped working

Volvo S60 in Indiana, United States Feb 2014 - Jul 2022
Jul 2022 54000 mi US $15	replaced a headlight

Volvo S60 in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2012 - Apr 2017
Nov 2012	Fuel pump
Oct 2015 27200 mi	Backup camera flickering, replaced wire harness
Jan 2016 28200 mi	all wheel drive system service bulletin

Volvo S60 in Florida, United States Oct 2012 - Mar 2013
Jan 2013	Lurching occurs when going from Park to Drive and releasing the brake pedal. Car will occasionally "shudder" when turning it off. noise coming from center console, makes a clicking sound; additional noise from B pillar.

Volvo S60 in Colorado, United States Dec 2015 - Mar 2016
Mar 2016 27000 mi	Fuel Pump replaced.

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Volvo S60 in India Feb 2014 - Jul 2014
Mar 2014 2480 mi	Keyless entry from driver side was not working, for which the dealer replaced the driver side handle.
Jul 2014 3720 mi	Keyless entry from both rear doors are not working.

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Volvo S60 in Luxembourg Dec 2012 - Jun 2022
Nov 2014 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.
May 2017 68200 mi €160	Faulty parking sensor
Feb 2021 122760 mi €250	Alternator failed
Jan 2022 134540 mi €120	Cover for headlamp washer system broke off

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Volvo S60 in Colombia Sep 2015 - Mar 2017
Oct 2015 16940 mi $550	Car suddenly started losing engine power and when taken to the mechanic it was found that it had two faulty fuel injectors, which had to be replaced (ended replacing all 4 of them)

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Volvo S60 in Virginia, United States May 2013 - Sep 2016
May 2016 30600 mi	lighter and usb connection not working.

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Volvo S60 in France Jun 2014 - Mar 2018
Feb 2015 19840 mi	Check engine light on. Had to take it to the dealer and they changed the EGR valve.

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Volvo S60 in Alberta, Canada Apr 2013 - Jul 2014
May 2014 12260 mi	Unidentified repair.

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Oct 2014 - Mar 2018
Sep 2017 66000 mi	Bad coil, replaced under warranty as well as all spark plugs

Volvo S60 in Illinois, United States Jun 2012 - Dec 2018
Dec 2013 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.
May 2014 41000 mi	Low tone horn replaced by dealer under warranty.
Dec 2017 86000 mi US $400	Replace Low tone horn.
Apr 2018 90000 mi US $400	Bearing was replaced

Volvo S60 in Virginia, United States Aug 2012 - Jan 2015
Oct 2013 10300 mi	Warning message "check rear stop lamp" - bulb blown.

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Volvo S60 in Indiana, United States Nov 2015 - Mar 2018
Mar 2016 53000 mi	Suspension mount bushing, right front
Dec 2016 76000 mi	AC blower fan motor noise / motor replaced. Suspension bushing, left front.

Volvo S60 in Quebec, Canada Mar 2012 - Jun 2018
Oct 2012 7000 mi	Door seal was popping out
Jun 2014 32240 mi	Replaced gas cap
Dec 2015 53940 mi C $325	Unidentified noise on startup on the back on the engine. Dealer could not identify root cause and it wasn't fix. No impact to drivability or performance.
Mar 2016 55180 mi C $1600	Hit a huge pothole which caused major damage to both front and back suspension, but not the wheels or tires. Car in the shop because one part was backorder.
Oct 2016 63440 mi C $100	Link had to be replaced Battery needed to be replaced

Volvo S60 in South Carolina, United States Jul 2013 - Jan 2014
Sep 2013 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.

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Mar 2016 - Dec 2016
Mar 2016 93000 mi	Car was diagnosed with needing new strut bearings, but I passed on the fix since it would cost the same as replacing struts (minus cost of struts)

Volvo S60 in Quebec, Canada Aug 2012 - Sep 2019
Nov 2013 6200 mi	Check engine light. Detected misfire 2 out of 150 starts. CEL clearred. Software upgraded. No repairs.
Jan 2014 22840 mi	Radio froze. Required replacing module.
Sep 2014 8680 mi	Volvo logo on front fell off. Dealer replaced sticker Steering wheel metal insert coming off and cutting into drivers hands
Aug 2015 13600 mi	AWD deactivated light came on. Reset it itself automatically. No codes found by dealer.
Aug 2016 22320 mi	Vehicle burned around 1.5 quarts of oil at 11000km after last oil change.rnrnDealer said within normal specs. Never burned oil before in vehicle's lifetime. Needless to say I am suspicious, since I only have 1 year of warranty left.

Volvo S60 in Alberta, Canada Jun 2013 - Sep 2014
Jul 2013 12900 mi	My driver side door has paint peeling at the lower front side of door. It is fairly large at 4cm x 4cm. No dents, rock chips anywhere in the vicinity of the paint peeling. Dealership refused to fix this at my appointment today.
Jul 2014 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

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Nov 2011 - Apr 2013
May 2012 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. Ratting/creaking noise from rear of car Passenger side mirror makes jerky chattering noise when tilting
Aug 2012 8700 mi	iPod playback issues over USB. Provided new version of Sensus at no charge. Ratting/creaking noise from rear of car Passenger side mirror makes jerky chattering noise when tilting
Dec 2012 12000 mi	Steering wheel makes creaking noise when turning left or right Remote Lock/unlock feature not always working
Jan 2013 3300 mi	Blind Spot Information System - message BLIS service required Creaking noise in steering wheel when turning left or right Remote not always working; after hitting info button, lights will intermittently turn off on the remote
Apr 2013 15000 mi	Remote start range poor Steering not 100% on center after prior repair 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

Volvo S60 in Ohio, United States Jul 2011 - Apr 2015
Sep 2012 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
Jan 2014 30000 mi	Blue Volvo badge sticker fell off the grille at some point while driving. Replaced under warranty.

Volvo S60 in Ohio, United States Apr 2016 - May 2019
Sep 2017 82000 mi US $200	Straighten 2 alloy rims due to hitting pothole with 35 series tires that are standard equipment on the S60T6
Apr 2018 90926 mi US $648	Strut mountings and bearings

Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada Aug 2011 - Mar 2018
Sep 2012 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.
Jan 2013 6820 mi	Car wouldn't start and appeared to be battery problem but battery OK. CEM P062F00 -Internal control Module EEPROM error. Replace CEM 37206 and reload CEM sofrware 36004
Jul 2016 24900 mi C $100	Brakes were sticking somewhat so they had to be reworked. Rear brakes -- disassembled, cleaned brake contact points and grease slider pins and contact points.

Volvo S60 in New Jersey, United States Jun 2015 - Mar 2017
Jan 2017 67000 mi	Catalytic Converter was replaced under warranty. Had car in for Check Engine light before 60k miles and was told to return if it came back. It did and CC was the culprit and Volvo covered the entire cost under warranty!

Volvo S60 in Colorado, United States Sep 2016 - Jun 2018
Oct 2016 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

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Volvo S60 in Maryland, United States Sep 2012 - Mar 2015
Dec 2012 15000 mi	Intermittent check engine light. Service tech updated software.

Volvo S60 in New Jersey, United States Jul 2011 - Apr 2014
Nov 2011 7500 mi	Rough downshift from 5th to 4th gear. Transmission replaced.
Jul 2012 15000 mi	Transmission started downshifting abruptley at throttle liftoff around 25 mph. Manufactuer computer debug done. Is much better but happens occassionally.

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Sep 2011 - Jul 2013
Jun 2012 12000 mi	Coolant warning light kept coming on.
Sep 2012 15000 mi	They added insulation to the passenger door. Rattle returned a week later.
Nov 2012 17200 mi	Passenger door was making an annoying rattling sound.
Jul 2013 26000 mi	Passenger door was making an annoying rattling sound.

Volvo S60 in Tennessee, United States Jul 2011 - Nov 2014
Jan 2014 38000 mi	Heater blower making noise, had to have the blower replaced

Volvo S60 in New Jersey, United States Sep 2012 - Mar 2016
Jun 2014 30000 mi	Rough shifting.

Volvo S60 in Georgia, United States Oct 2011 - Feb 2017
Feb 2015 17000 mi	Car seemed to hesitate for a few days in starting; but did start. Decided to take to dealer to check. Problem turned out not to be any mechanical part, but rather some glitch with software that needed to be reloaded and updated
Nov 2015 21900 mi	Major engine system failure. external serpentine belt broke and took with it (damaged) several internal parts. All repaired under warranty. Service order showed an internal cost of $6000. All seems fine now. Loaner provided.

Volvo S60 in District of Columbia, United States Sep 2011 - Jun 2014
Jun 2012 6000 mi	Complete failure of SENSUS system (audio, nav, camera, etc.). Dealer replaced entire system under warranty.
Aug 2012 8000 mi	Rubbing sound coming from wheels solved with adjustment.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Mar 2012 - Jun 2022
Aug 2012 3700 mi	Check Engine Light on, code p0128 stored for thermostat fault. Freeze Frame data shows code set at 140F suggesting thermostat opening too soon (warm up fault). Dealer replaced thermostat and performed reflash of ECM.
Jun 2013 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.
Dec 2013 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.
Jun 2014 30000 mi	Problem: Car exhibits a harsh 2-1 downshift in stop and go traffic. Occasionally it made a mechanical clunk during the harsh shift. Dealer flashed new software to correct harsh downshifts. Creaking from driver door area when traveling over uneven surfaces. Technician lubed door lock and seal. Noise still present, may be coming from the driver seatbelt adjuster on door pillar.
Dec 2014 34000 mi	Check Engine Light, code for oxygen sensor heater circuit, B1S1. Sensor out of stock, had to return following week. Dealer replaced sensor, cleared code and ran drive cycles. Operating as designed currently.
Oct 2015 44300 mi	Vehicle failed to crank. Dealer tested battery and found bad cell. Dealer replaced battery under warranty
Jan 2022 80000 mi US $113	PCV breather diaphragm ruptured (in oil filter housing) causing loud hum at idle and vacuum leak in crankcase. Check engine light on, codes for fuel mixture recorded. Replaced diaphragm under cap on top of oil filter housing.

Volvo S60 in Tennessee, United States Apr 2012 - Sep 2017
Feb 2015 26900 mi	Low battery light came on. Dealer replaced battery. Problem came back on 4/1/15
Jun 2015 29000 mi	Leaking left rear shock absorber

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Jun 2012 - Sep 2014
Jan 2013	BLIS, DSTC and IPhone communication. Problem was resolved by reflash and upgrade of software... After software upgrade all systems worked perfectly....all is right with the world!

Volvo S60 in Minnesota, United States Jun 2012 - Apr 2024
Nov 2012 3700 mi	Rough downshifts, especially with letting off the throttle.
Feb 2013 7500 mi	'check engine' light came on. trouble code pointed to the air mass meter, but no problem was found and the code was cleared. The car was, and is, running perfectly! no change in mpg Very rough, very occasional downshifts into 1st gear in 'sport' mode. Almost feels like the car has hit a curb! Dealer cannot reproduce and no codes are set. No noise and no trans. 2 software updates have helped slightly.
Mar 2017 48968 mi US $384	Rear brakes: unusual wear pattern to the pads - inner pad on passenger side was worn down to metal surface; outer pad on the driver side was nearly completely worn thru. The other 2 pads were OK! Replaced with Akebono rotors and pads. Calipers very rusted. They were bead blasted and painted with rust resistant paint. Flush and bleed entire brake system. Btw, the front pads are little worn!
Jun 2018 56938 mi US $244	Brakes sometimes required a lot of extra force to stop. Cause: Brake vacuum pump hose switch worked intermittently. No code was set. No car message warning came up. Mechanic said I should not drive the car until it was repaired. Replaced brake system vacuum switch assembly.
Aug 2019 61000 mi US $422	Replaced right motor mount which failed.

Volvo S60 in North Carolina, United States Mar 2015 - Jun 2018
Dec 2015 25000 mi	Car at times would not start properly and seemed to be starved of air or fuel. Dealer identified a fault code and flashed the RDAR system.

Volvo S60 in New Hampshire, United States May 2016 - Aug 2020
Jun 2016 48000 mi	Code for leak detection pump
Jul 2016 48700 mi US $210	Leak detection pump replaced. Covered by CPO.

Volvo S60 in South Carolina, United States Oct 2015 - Jun 2018
Nov 2015 48500 mi	Engine was burning oil through piston rings. Barely under warranty. Dealer is replacing piston rings and other engine parts.Volvo is extending warranty on Eng, Trans & Pwrtrn to 100k.Will now have to use synthetic oil for life of vehicle.
Feb 2016 49600 mi	A rebuilt engine was installed

Volvo S60 in California, United States Aug 2015 - Jun 2022
Jun 2016 35000 mi	Battery replaced under warranty

Volvo S60 in California, United States Oct 2016 - Jun 2018
Jun 2017 50000 mi	front hub replaced

Volvo S60 in Sweden Nov 2013 - Jun 2017
Jun 2017 40920 mi	at 50,000, started using one quart of oil per 2,000 miles; research on forums indicates there is a ring problem on this year model with no recall from Volvo.

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Jul 2011 - Jun 2014
Nov 2011 10000 mi	Steering wheel chrome peeling, sharp enough to cut hand. dealer ordered wheel and returning to have it installed.
Dec 2011 13000 mi	Replace steering wheel
Jul 2012 21000 mi	Panel holding drivers seat controls broke

Volvo S60 in Virginia, United States Dec 2017 - Jan 2022
Oct 2021 94000 mi US $1000	replace shocks

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Jul 2016 - Jun 2022
May 2018 43000 mi US $850	[Engine repair.] Details not available at the moment.

Volvo S60 in New Jersey, United States Jul 2015 - Mar 2016
Aug 2015 48000 mi	Replaced fuel pump

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2015 - Jun 2017
Aug 2016 60000 mi	grinding noise from front of car. Dealer replaced left front wheel bearing
Sep 2016 60000 mi	Periodically the transmission begins making an low pitched moaning sound. Usually but not always when the car first is operating. Dealer Tech could not duplicate.

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States May 2013 - May 2021
Nov 2013 47400 mi	A whine was noticed when AC was on.

Volvo S60 in Illinois, United States Apr 2013 - Jul 2014
Jun 2013 7000 mi	Front driver fender is not aligned. Resolution: Aligned fender. iPod connection switches from bluetooth to iPod connection every 5 minutes. Connection doesn't stay with on method. Updated software to Sensus 3.0.
Jul 2013 7800 mi	Antenna on roof was not secured and needs to be reattached
Sep 2013 12000 mi	rough downshift (performed transmission control module software upgrade RTJ26840)
May 2014 19900 mi	Grinding sound when A/C is turned on
Jun 2014 22000 mi	Rattling and Vibration coming from engine upon moderate acceleration and coasting. Will occur whether the vehicle is in gear or in park. Sound does not occur when in sport mode. Still experiencing vibration and rattling sounds
Jul 2014 22000 mi	Engine will not start unless one presses the start button for along time.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Apr 2013 - Jan 2014
May 2013 24200 mi	Metallic trim of steering wheel would flake off
Jul 2013 26000 mi	Entertainment system could not put out any sound
Jan 2014	Rubber seal around brake light on rear windscreen fell off

Volvo S60 in Virginia, United States Jul 2013 - Dec 2013
Sep 2013 18000 mi	Driver side rear door would not lock. Technician found connection cable to be loose. Problem was corrected.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Sep 2012 - Mar 2018
Jul 2013 18800 mi	A/C making growling noise. AC pump replaced.
Jun 2014 47000 mi	Caliper became frozen due to failed seal and electronic parking brake could not release. Caliper replaced.
Nov 2017 102500 mi US $700	Timing belt

Volvo S60 in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2012 - Jul 2022
Feb 2013 8500 mi	Rough down shifting at 30MPH
Oct 2013 11300 mi	AC compressor made a lot of noise when it was on. They replaced the compressor.
Jan 2020 50000 mi US $500	Automatic door locks

Volvo S60 in Georgia, United States Sep 2014 - Jan 2016
Oct 2015 52200 mi	Car was consuming oil, this was 3rd visit for same issue. engine replaced.

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Volvo S60 in Saudi Arabia May 2012 - Jan 2014
Jun 2012 1240 mi	Car wouldn't accelerate past 50 KM per hour. There was a wire in the fuel pump that needed re-attachment.
Jan 2013 5120 mi	There where loud sounds when going from 1 st gear to 2nd gear and downwards too. Plus a shudder and a shake when you put the car back into neutral. They said some rubber thing needs replacement, and they have ordered it for me.
Jan 2014 5580 mi ﷼1350	Rough down shifts and lots of noise from the transmission. Car surges forward when I am about to stop.

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Volvo S60 in California, United States - Mar 2013
Mar 2013 10000 mi US $1700	Replaced Nav, Infotainment unit. Updated computer. All under warranty.

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Volvo S60 in Illinois, United States Jul 2016 - Oct 2018
Jun 2016 80500 mi US $595	Car lost all power steering during a gentle u turn at 5 mph. Verdict was a torn power steering pump/hose. New part required. About 3 months later steering is still a lil sluggish and squeaks when car is not moving fast.
Jun 2017 85000 mi	Car demonstrated poor acceleration for a turbo at 35mph. Car started doing a hissing sound every time accelerating. Mechanic says turbo on car may be damaged, diagnostic time would cost over $800. Declined service. Car became quite bumpy and making a clunk sound over even light bumps. Mechanic thinks car would require work on either or all of bushings, control arms, and sway bar links. Estimated cost of $1200. He recommends trade into dealer.
Jul 2018 99000 mi US $75	My muffler lost a clip and was rattling over bumps and became loose. Reattached clip.

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Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2018 - Sep 2018
Sep 2018 71920 mi C $400	Rear discs replaced

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Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States - Feb 2010
Feb 2010 20000 mi	Thumping noise, right rear, when cresting a hill at ~40 mph (suspension unloads, then reloads). Dealer checked, heard the sound. Said they re-torqued suspension fasteners. This appears to have solved the problem.

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Volvo S60 in Virginia, United States - Nov 2011
Nov 2010 35000 mi	Car towed twice to dealer within a few days after going "limp" with "reduced engine performance" and "check engine" messages - first time, they "reset" computer; second time,they replaced the throttle body. Covered
Nov 2011 50000 mi	Wiring "harness" to throttle replaced when car went into limp mode a year after the throttle replacement; this did not fix the problem and a new throttle was installed. Required three trips to the dealer. Not sure if problem is fixed,,,

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Volvo S60 in Texas, United States May 2010 - May 2014
Sep 2010 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
Oct 2010 56000 mi US $548	Emissions system leak detection pump failed and was replaced (caused check-engine light); part number 30774518 (dealer-installed). Also, rain squeal issue (when wet, exhaust resonator touches rear propeller shaft) addressed by exhaust bracket part number
Sep 2011 67000 mi US $829	Clock spring replaced. Part #31313083, cost $417.39. Was causing anti-skid system to be disabled. Also had alignment and oil change done during service.
Nov 2011 67000 mi US $1241	Engine cooling: Replaced leaky radiator Suspension: Replaced broken front upper spring mounts/seats
Dec 2011 68000 mi US $100	Replaced both top engine mount and bottom transmission-engine mount.
Jun 2013 84000 mi US $230	Top engine mount was worn out, causing minor clunk noise during acceleration, so replaced it and lower engine/transmission mounts.
Jul 2013 84700 mi US $170	Driver's front side made a clunk noise during gentle on/off throttle, and on rough roads at low speed. Inspection showed axle bolt behind the driver's side front wheel cap had come loose. Bolt was re-inserted and Loctite was added.
May 2014 91000 mi	The spring seats were worn out again, after about 30k miles. Also, the front 4c struts and front control arms needed to be replaced.

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Nov 2010 - Jul 2011
Dec 2010 27000 mi	Fuel pump replaced. Steering stops replaced Wiper blade hit trim. Not fixed.
Jan 2011 29000 mi	Wiper arm was bent, fixed. Transmission shifting roughly. Could not replicate.
Feb 2011 31300 mi	Yellow leak. Nothing found. Right rear headrest wouldn't stay up. Blocks in window replaced.
Mar 2011 35000 mi	Headrest falls down by itself. New headrest was ordered. Trip computer was resetting by itself. Software was updated. Side hop issue. Was told that they would look into TNN and problem would be addressed when headrest was installed.

Volvo S60 in Tennessee, United States Jan 2012 - Jun 2015
Jul 2013 61200 mi	Brake position sensor throwing a fault code. "Brake System Service Required" Replaced brake position sensor under CPO warranty.
Jun 2014 88000 mi US $900	Both rear wheel bearings.

Volvo S60 in Michigan, United States May 2009 - Dec 2012
Jul 2009 7500 mi	Warranty work - compass in mirror would stick on one direction. They reprogramed it. Still does not work right.
Jun 2010 24000 mi	passenger door lock mechanism failed. Unable to lock or unlock door with fob or button.

Volvo S60 in Oregon, United States Sep 2008 - Oct 2012
Jul 2010 15500 mi US $700	New radiator, after plastic radiator end cap in aluminum radiator came loose and coolant was slowly leaking (retarded design) Fuel pump replaced - fuel level integrated with fuel pump - was indicating tank empty whenever tank was below 1/4 (more than 3/4 empty). Also replaced kinked fuel lines (also defective from factory). Power steering line was incorrectly routed at factory and had minor kink as a result. Power steering line was re-routed according to manufacturer original specification - now un-kinked.
Sep 2011 27000 mi	Leak in trunk from where spoiler attaches to boot lid. Dealer attempted to seal with butyl sealant. Did not seal all spoiler anchors. Others now leaking. Dealer will fix. Multi function switch for left turn signal (where turn signal stalk attaches in steering column) malfunctioned frequently, and was replaced.
Jun 2012 28000 mi US $60	Factory front mounted radiator suffered extreme corrosion due to road salt - paint was flaking off, aluminum was corroded. Removed faking paint. Treated with hexavalent chromium. Repainted with high-temp silicone paint.
Oct 2012 29000 mi US $25	Windshield washer nozzle bracket holding driver side washer fluid spraying nozzle in place spontaneously broke. Nozzle did not spray onto windshield as a result of broken bracket. Bracket and nozzle are one piece, so replaced entire nozzle.

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Feb 2012 - Jul 2014
Sep 2012 95000 mi US $25	Clicking in front axle. Purchase new axle bolt with rubber bushing and replaced. 10 minute job. Click is gone. Use one for xc90 not original.
Apr 2013 99700 mi US $400	engine would flood and die. It was clearly a sensor issue telling the computer to add too much fuel. Tried replacing several cheaper sensors first. Cleaned throttle body and sensor.
May 2013 100000 mi US $50	had check engine light. very intermittent. had to fix through process of elimination. Replaced and cleaned a few things. Turned out to be mass air flow sensor. PCV breather hose got brittle and broke.
Jun 2013 103000 mi	hard shift 2-3rd gear. trim pc came off
Jun 2014 113000 mi US $750	repalced angle gear and sensor

Volvo S60 in Indiana, United States Nov 2017 - Jun 2018
May 2018 112000 mi US $75	Bushings failed on rear sway bar. Repair parts were astronomical so I simply had the bar removed. If it proves to be an issue I'll buy a new one and have it installed.

Volvo S60 in Idaho, United States Sep 2008 - Jun 2011
Jun 2009 19000 mi US $250	headlight alignment, and harness routing
Aug 2009 22000 mi	sunroof replacement. radiator replacement turn signal replacement.

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Volvo S60 in New York, United States Sep 2008 - Jun 2013
Oct 2008 24000 mi	Replace gas cap and software update. Wir pressure leak in the fuel vapor system.
Nov 2008 27000 mi	Left front wheel bearing
Dec 2008 26000 mi	Replace left front wheel bearing
Oct 2009 45000 mi US $287	Left front ball joint. Both sides replaced under warranty
Jan 2013 124200 mi US $1350	Replace water pump. Intermittant leak. discovered when replacing timing belt, at 120k service. Leak appeared to have existed since summer. Minor coolant loss during heat of summer (90+ deg.), but no leak to ground.

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Volvo S60 in Puerto Rico May 2016 - Jun 2020
Jun 2016 87000 mi US $3	Coolant hose to radiator and others loose/rotten internaly Engine mount brushings worn Failing or near end of useful life spark plugs
May 2017 98000 mi US $35	Passenger side low beam headlight cables melted and shorted. Replaced
Nov 2017 101090 mi	Speed sensor faulty. Replaced

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Volvo S60 in New Mexico, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2022
Oct 2012 38805 mi	Radiator was replaced under warranty at 38,805 miles.the side tubes had separated from the fin section. Total repair time was 3 hrs. Radiator was replaced under warranty at 38,805 miles.the side tubes had separated from the fin section. Total repair time was 3 hrs.
Oct 2014 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
Sep 2017 79000 mi US $2000	timing belt

Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2010 - Jun 2022
Nov 2010 19220 mi	Plastic holding seatbelt to the side wall of the car came lose, brang it to dealer and dealer superglued it back on. Did not charge the third party warranty provider, was free of charge.
May 2016 71300 mi C $50	Headlight out. Difficult to change out as it is in a cramped space
Dec 2017 76880 mi C $3000	Ac compressor replaced
Jul 2018 82460 mi C $1500	Broken throttle body, common issue amongst s60. Unfortunately out of warranty
Jul 2019 83700 mi C $3000	AC replacement

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Volvo S60 in British Columbia, Canada Oct 2016 - Oct 2017
Nov 2016 62000 mi C $1000	Broken ignition column. Key would not turn.

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Volvo S60 in California, United States Sep 2011 - Sep 2012
Sep 2012 109000 mi US $38	Front high beam socket replaced after numerous lamps due to short circuit at connection.

Volvo S60 in New York, United States May 2010 - Dec 2017
Mar 2011 36000 mi	Headlamp washer pump replaced
Apr 2012 60700 mi	Replaced front passenger seat belt Replaced seat rails for driver's seat
Dec 2014 122000 mi US $450	replace driver side front hub & bearing replace struts
Jan 2016 70300 mi US $785	Replaced headlamp assemblies. One was ruined when I hit a deer; replaced the pair. Replaced headlamp washer pump. It failed
Sep 2016 157000 mi US $1200	Replace pads and rotors all the way around. Replace front brake hoses. Replace parking brake shoes

Volvo S60 in California, United States Nov 2008 - Jun 2018
Sep 2011 55000 mi	Cupping noise from passenger side wheel area. Noise occurs while driving at low speeds and going over small bumps and/or driveways. Dealer could not replicate the noise. Vehicle would not start on 4 occasions. I would have to pump the gas to get the vehicle to start on the 5th or 6th crank. Dealer could not replicate the problem and no code came up on the diagnostic test.
Mar 2013 76000 mi US $1200	PCV hose was cracked and needed replacing. Intermediate service performed: brake fluid change, oil & filter change, check brakes, and change power steering fluid.
May 2016 101400 mi US $900	Rear driver side door wouldn't lock. Rear driver side door lock replaced as well as driver side module & switch.
Jun 2016 103000 mi US $2400	Front end was making a clunking sound over bumps. Had to replace front struts, spring seats, control arm bushings and replaced rear shocks as well.

Volvo S60 in California, United States May 2010 - Mar 2020
Jan 2015 81000 mi	Front strut bushings worn/noisy; replaced.
Mar 2017 110000 mi US $270	Automatic transmission was surging; other driveability issues. Transmission was drained and filled. I consider it a repair as Volvo states no fluid change interval or inspection.
Jan 2018 116000 mi US $600	Fuel pressure sensor replaced

Volvo S60 in Oklahoma, United States Feb 2013 - Jun 2016
Oct 2014 107000 mi US $450	Strut mount pads. Last about 40,000 miles. Also lower motor mount was broke. Love this car! Keep it maintained and the repair cost minimal.
Jan 2016 113300 mi US $175	Lower control arm bushing worn out. Decided to replace both sides so cost was more. Fantastic car!
Feb 2016 119100 mi US $900	Wheel bearing. Normal wear and tear at 118,000 Not gonna list all. Replaced rear brakes and shocks, front struts.

Volvo S60 in Alabama, United States Dec 2016 - Aug 2019
Dec 2016 177000 mi US $450	Lower front control arms had cracked bushings (replaced control arms). Ball joints replaced as preventative. Inner and Outer tie-rods and sway bar end links replaced as preventative.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Aug 2016 - Jun 2022
Aug 2018 48000 mi US $190	Replaced leaking radiator
Jun 2020 60000 mi US $200	replaced front pads and rotors
Mar 2021 67000 mi US $680	Ignition assembly broke and car could not be started - key would turn to position 1 and no further. Required ordering a new ignition assembly from Volvo by VIN number so it would work with the keys, and programmed by a mechanic with the VIDA software.
May 2021 67000 mi US $60	replaced engine mounts Front suspension was worn - replaced front struts, strut bearings, spring seats, control arms, lower ball joints

Volvo S60 in California, United States Jun 2010 - Sep 2016
Jul 2011 54000 mi US $1100	Water leaks into trunk when it rains. Gas cap cover lock doesn't lock
Dec 2012 68000 mi US $1063	Had a terrible rattle/squeak that we had checked at our 60k checkup. Was told that it was the front struts and the noise will gradually get worse but is not dangerous. Will need to bring it back another time.
Jan 2013 68000 mi US $1050	Front struts were replaced.
Apr 2015 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.
Mar 2016 105000 mi US $700	Had to replace the Schrader valve again and recharge the system. Replace power steering hose Oil cooler seal leaking and replaced Crankshaft sensor faulty and replaced 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.
Sep 2016 108000 mi	AM radio buzzing never fixed.

Volvo S60 in Florida, United States Jun 2010 - Dec 2012
Apr 2011 81000 mi US $250	Leakage detection pump failed, generic code P2402, volvos' code ECM-433C

Volvo S60 in Colorado, United States May 2013 - Jun 2013
Jun 2013 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.

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Volvo S60 in Minnesota, United States Feb 2016 - May 2018
Aug 2016 89600 mi US $400	Replaced 2 tire pressure sensors
Sep 2016 91000 mi US $1200	Replaced most of exhaust system (Straight pipe,Muffler, Resonater
Aug 2017 97000 mi US $560	Faulty tire pressure warning system. Required computer update and new sensors

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Sep 2011 - Apr 2015
Oct 2011 39000 mi US $100	Ignition lock broke
Jan 2013 57400 mi US $100	spring seats had to be replaced. they were splitting.
Jun 2014 77000 mi US $180	tie rod needed to be replaced
Sep 2014 78000 mi	check engine light came on. Needed a software update
Mar 2015 81000 mi US $1200	shock absorbers low coolant light. there was a crack in the coolant coolant resovoir
Apr 2015 81000 mi US $200	check engine light was on. leak in evap system. leaking fuel filler neck

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 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.

Volvo S60 in Maryland, United States May 2010 - Mar 2018
Jul 2010 55500 mi US $150	Check engine light from fuel pressure in tank not related to gas cap tightness
Jan 2011 US $110	Had to repair the fuel cap - the gasket was leaking. cost was $100 for the diagnostic and $10 for the cap.
Jul 2013 87000 mi US $700	Radiator cracked, replaced radiator
Jan 2016 68000 mi US $200	whining noise from engine when rainy/wet and accelerating. Remains un-repaired.
Dec 2017 113000 mi US $400	Back up sensor replacement

Volvo S60 in Connecticut, United States Jul 2010 - Sep 2013
Feb 2013 39300 mi US $110	Battery Replacement

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Volvo S60 in Poland Apr 2016 - Apr 2017
Sep 2016 69440 mi $6000	Variable timing gear wheels x2, oil, engine timing gear, damper

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Volvo S60 in Great Britain Sep 2014 - Dec 2015
Feb 2015 100700 mi £800	Car simply turned off. Towed to nearby volvo "expert". They replaced fuel pump & Crank pos'n sensor but had problems. Informed Clutch & DMF also damaged. Asked me for 12.5hrs labour 4 clutch. Towed to 2nd Garage.
Mar 2015 102000 mi £1024	Clutch was installed back2front by seller. Bolt fell out & destroyed clutch, DMF & crank pos'n sensor. ECU cut fuel supply, so pump was not faulty. 1st garage had damaged wiring loom. 2nd Garage fixed Clutch slave cylinder leaking. Should have been changed when the 1st bad clutch was fitted (labour costs dictate replacement at time of clutch change - standard respectable garage practice).
Oct 2015 108000 mi £175	An ABS sensor ring had cracked. After replacing it light came back on, though.
Dec 2015 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.

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Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2011
Jan 2010 63000 mi	gas cap replaced for evaporation leak detection

Volvo S60 in California, United States Jun 2009 - Jun 2011
Jul 2009 83000 mi US $100	Air conditioner blowing warm air.
May 2010 94000 mi US $920	Replaced timing belt and water pump.

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Volvo S60 in California, United States Aug 2011 - Nov 2011
Oct 2011 43000 mi US $800	Front brake pad replace, Mass air flow sensor replace after check engine light/throttle surging Check engine light "Engine system service required". Throttle body cleaned, PCV, MAF replaced.

Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada Feb 2009 - Mar 2013
Mar 2009 45880 mi	Door lock (was causing alarm malfunction). Steering stops noisy - lubed to fix. Driver seat creaking under load (eg. lean) - fixed by lube.
Aug 2009 49600 mi	Leaking radiator Intercooler for turbo Valve body Angle gear (AWD)
Jan 2010 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)
Oct 2010 66440 mi	Front wheel bearings replaced Struts and shocks defective/worn out.
Dec 2010 66960 mi C $225	Front 4C struts replaced under extended warranty and related spring seats (this part paid by owner).
Mar 2011 70680 mi C $100	Steering knuckle was failing
Jun 2011 74400 mi C $100	Front driveshafts were bad due to torn boots causing leak and contamination.
Dec 2011 81840 mi	Blower motor required replacement (noisy)
Apr 2012 85560 mi	Rear shocks need to be replaced
Jun 2012 88040 mi C $850	Replace rear shocks
Oct 2012 94240 mi C $500	Bad front strut Serviced PCV system including broken PCV hose

Volvo S60 in California, United States Apr 2011 - Dec 2016
Jan 2014 US $1400	ABS sensor on left rear needed replacing. Same wheel needed new bearing.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Jan 2013 - Aug 2014
Oct 2013 34200 mi US $1200	coolant have to be added every couple of days, no leaks can be found. apparently went in the engine.

Volvo S60 in Colorado, United States Jun 2010 - Dec 2013
Dec 2013 50000 mi US $125	Rear door speaker panel was cracked (cause unknown). Replacement panel installed (panel replacement requires removal of door trim) successfully.

Volvo S60 in Oklahoma, United States Jul 2009 - Aug 2020
Aug 2009 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
Nov 2009 28000 mi	premature leather dye failure revised valve body replacement
Jul 2010 33000 mi	Driver seat popping noise nav software update interior A pillar noise. I think I fixed it by pressing/tapping on the A pillar trim.
Aug 2010 34000 mi	Seat popped when turning left
May 2015 46000 mi US $550	PCV hose cracked, replaced entire PCV system.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Jun 2009 - Dec 2012
Jul 2009 24000 mi	Emissions solenoid. Had auto trans valve body replaced by dealer under warranty due to harsh downshifting.
Jun 2011 48000 mi	replaced both front struts, both front spring seats, both front swaybar endlinks, and finally, the front swaybar swaybar and mounts (which was the culprit)

Volvo S60 in Montana, United States Jan 2012 - Mar 2013
Feb 2012 69000 mi US $120	Faulty Mass Air Flow Sensor. Found a BOSCH part and replaced with Genuine Volvo Part. Air filter was dirty. Replaced air filter. No problems to date.

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Volvo S60 in Colorado, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2011
Jan 2010 27000 mi	Noticed what felt like a broken spring seat. Took it in to the dealer, they replaced both of them in the front. The whole thing was covered under warranty.

Volvo S60 in North Carolina, United States Apr 2009 - Jun 2009
Jun 2009 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.

Volvo S60 in Minnesota, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2013
Jun 2007 20000 mi	- vibration under braking from highway speeds - smoke from rear of engine bay after driving hard - Axle ping/clicking performing garage maneuvers (TNN77-08-2004-03-25) - Excessive leather wear on and excessive play of back of drivers seat - various in
Jul 2007 22500 mi	One headlamp was vibrating badly and replaced.
Aug 2007 23300 mi	Had to go to a second dealer to get headlamp repair done.
Sep 2007 24000 mi	Wiring harness replaced after headlamp repair was done incorrectly and the accessory drive belt rubbed through some wiring!
Apr 2008 30600 mi	- squeak/creak in suspension - distorted sound from front passenger door speakers at ANY volume - wind noise from corner of drivers door, seal isn't flush on door compared to passenger side
Jun 2008 35000 mi	Outer tie rod end was loose and replaced. Door seals falling off and were replaced. Various interior rattles fixed.
Jul 2008 38500 mi	Wheel bearings noisy and needed to be replaced AWD system failed and needed to be replaced Axles are clicking and were glued Cost was zero as it was covered by warranty
Aug 2008 39000 mi	Had to visit a second dealer to get AWD system covered under warranty.
Apr 2009 57000 mi	Clutch position sensor failed. Also, clutch pedal springs fell off the car.
Oct 2009 63000 mi US $70	Fuel lines became detached from car
Dec 2009 68000 mi US $150	Parking brake stuck on, immobilizing car. Outer tie rod was loose More parts in the parking brake system needed replacing. Brake was still dragging after first repair attempt.
Jan 2010 68000 mi	The spline sleeve/collar and angle gear of the AWD system failed with a loud metallic BANG and had to be replaced. This is a very common failure for modern Volvo AWD systems and as such was easy for myself and the dealer to diagnose.
Jan 2011	throttle body cleaned
May 2011 92000 mi	Suspension was getting noisy and crashing somewhat over bumps. Various suspension parts replaced (bushings, mounts, etc).

Volvo S60 in Maryland, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 60000 mi US $550	Gas gauge intermittent.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Dec 2008 - Jun 2009
Mar 2009 50000 mi	Had to go in for faulty clutch position switch. took 3 days to repay. it threw everything off -- turbo, fan, intercooler, and engine timing. Fixed the switch, that worked. problem solved. prior to that, it would backfire, stutter on acceleration, and the
Jun 2009 50000 mi	Clutch position switch replaced again. Right front strut replaced. Needed a software code reset to fix a faulty window that wouldn't roll up properly.

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2008 - Apr 2018
Mar 2009 38000 mi	AWD began slipping on initial takeoff under full throttle. Initial diagnosis was nothing wrong. AWD then failed 1 year later. Collar was broken and stuck to shaft, which warranted a new tranmission. The angle gear was also replaced.
Nov 2009 47200 mi	Turn signal stalk replacement.
Apr 2013 112300 mi US $570	Front Left/Right Control Arm Bushings (F/R)
Jun 2013 114000 mi US $65	Intake camshaft reset solenoid valve had faulty connection and would not energize causing the engine to run in a low performance state.
Oct 2013 118700 mi US $300	2 Failed ignition coils. Replaced all 5 coil packs and all 5 spark plugs.
Feb 2015 142000 mi US $600	Replaced front/rear shocks/struts (one was leaking), strut tops, front wheel bearings

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Volvo S60 in Florida, United States Dec 2011 - Jun 2018
Jan 2012 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.
Feb 2012 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.
Dec 2013 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. The strut holding up the hood was broken.
Jul 2016 81000 mi US $100	Still being diagnosed. My mechanic replaced fuel filter but issue continued. Dropped offat Volvo on Jul 30 and they will run diagnostics on Aug 1. Has to do with fuel pressure and car stalling while accelerating or at a stop.
Aug 2016 81500 mi US $1270	Broken engine mount Fuel pressure sensor not working Right front spring seat broken Excessive play in right front link rod
Oct 2016 84000 mi US $400	Sun shade on moon roof would jam when trying to retract. Turned out that one of the plastic rails is slides on had cracked and needed to be replaced.

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Volvo S60 in Minnesota, United States Apr 2008 - Jul 2017
Feb 2013 48000 mi US $540	both camshaft sensors were bad. replaced both sensors.
Jun 2016 55000 mi US $500	replaced a few non brake pad/rotor parts and bled brake system. Steering wheel had movement forward and back of about 3/8 to 1/2 inch. Not sure how they fixed, but told me it was a pain.
Oct 2016 56000 mi US $75	drivers side brake light
Mar 2017 56650 mi	Ticking noise diagnosed as probably being a semi stuck lifter. More of an advisory trip, told to use premium gas and a couple of tanks of gas with Seafoam, alternating two with additive, one without in between. Update, July: seems to have worked.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Jul 2009 - Mar 2010
Oct 2009 43000 mi US $360	loose steering wheel
Dec 2009 44000 mi US $225	Loose steering wheel.

Volvo S60 in California, United States May 2018 - Nov 2022
Jun 2018 120000 mi	Check engine light came on. Diagnosed and replace MAF.

Volvo S60 in Alabama, United States May 2008 - Mar 2010
Jun 2008 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.

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Jan 2008 - Oct 2009
Sep 2009 27000 mi	Problem on startup - engine cranking but not igniting right away. Faulty temperature sensor.

Volvo S60 in Malaysia May 2011 - Dec 2012
Jun 2011 89280 mi	The sensor light was triggered. (transmission service required urgent) Sensor light triggered. STC and ABS system need urgent service.

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Volvo S60 in Connecticut, United States Mar 2010 - Dec 2021
Nov 2010 66150 mi US $100	In-warranty repair of radio antenna lead wire. In-warranty repair of radio antenna lead wire. Replace broken gas door hinge.
Jul 2011 74000 mi US $500	Defective rear caliper. R&R caliper, both rear rotors & pads, parking brake shoes.
Oct 2011 78000 mi	Replace alternator, noisy bearing Replaced upper engine mount
Aug 2015 122700 mi US $1100	Check engine light lit. Replaced fuel pump.
Jun 2018 144125 mi US $35	Replace burnt low beam headlight bulbs

Volvo S60 in California, United States Feb 2008 - Jan 2022
Sep 2016 141000 mi US $65	replaced fuel level sensor
Dec 2021 182000 mi US $110	Front pads and rotors

Volvo S60 in California, United States Dec 2016 - Feb 2017
Jan 2017 US $1000	O2 Sensor replaced. PCV and breather hose replaced
Feb 2017 122000 mi US $2000	Large A/C leak, estimated repair but not done. PCV system clogged. Oil trap and hoses replaced. Fuel pressure sensor went bad. Transmission mounts failed

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Volvo S60 in Ohio, United States Oct 2016 - Jun 2018
Feb 2016 130000 mi US $3000	ABS/AWD failed, had to replace a lot ABS/Awd failed

Volvo S60 in Quebec, Canada May 2010 - Dec 2016
Jun 2010 29140 mi	Engine warning light comes on. Performed diagnostic of computer; no clear cause identified. reset computer and told to wait and see.
Jul 2010 30070 mi	Engine warning light comes on. This is a recurring problem. light came on again after resetting of the computer. Performed computer diagnostic. No clear cause identified. Reset the computer again. Engine warning light comes on. This is a recurring problem. light came on again after resetting of the computer. Performed computer diagnostic. No clear cause identified. Reset the computer again.
Dec 2010 34100 mi	Engine light is always on. Shop has done the computer diagnostics on several occasions (5 so far) with no clear cause identified. After reset, the light comes back on within a few hours. Not sure if this is a hidden defect subject to recall
Nov 2011 41540 mi C $800	Transmission fluid, winterize, and new battery
Jan 2012 54500 mi C $500	Front end Connecting rod replacement. Reset on-board computer. Problem is apparently with an exhaust sensor that gives false readings.
Mar 2012 43400 mi C $800	Replace front brake pads and shocks
Jun 2013 48980 mi C $700	damaged rear spindle and hand brake mechanism
Sep 2013 50220 mi C $500	Exhaust retention clamps broke
Jan 2014 43960 mi C $1500	Ignition to steering interlock failed. Could not turn key past 1st position to start engine.
Mar 2014 52700 mi C $40	Power Steering fluid leak. Hose and clamp replaced.
Sep 2014 54560 mi C $980	Steering lock up due to failed seal in steering rack. Replaced with used rack unit (50% of price of new factory part). Had to wait 3 days to source part.
Feb 2015 56420 mi C $100	Replaced tail Pipe clamp.
Aug 2015 57860 mi C $804	Replaced right rear spindle, failed due to rust damage. Note( left rear previously repaired in 2013)
Mar 2016 59520 mi	Rear wheel bearing replacement (left)
Jun 2016 60760 mi C $450	Check Engine light/CO2 Sensor replaced
Aug 2016 61380 mi C $1300	Haldex Differential Electronic Module
Dec 2016 62620 mi	Impending repairs prompted sale of car.

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Volvo S60 in California, United States Jul 2009 - Sep 2018
Jun 2010 104000 mi US $850	Air conditioner stopped working; crack discovered in condenser; part replaced @ $500 plus labor.
Jul 2016 195700 mi US $160	Misfiring, power loss. Replaced bad ignition coil
Aug 2018 224000 mi US $1430	Front strut caps degrade after about 100k miles producing rattling in suspension Also replaced front struts and rear shocks.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Nov 2008 - Sep 2016
Aug 2010 65000 mi US $300	Loss of coolant noticed and tracked for four weeks. Plastic side cover of radiator chamber split. Passenger side. Replaced with Volvo original part.
Apr 2013 87000 mi US $200	Bushings and A-arms replaced.
Aug 2013 87600 mi US $150	A faulty regulator at the air filter was causing hard and stumbling starts. Part replaced and issue solved.
Dec 2013 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.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Jul 2008 - Apr 2019
Jan 2008 44000 mi	rear window trim was replaced...
Jul 2011 79000 mi	Replaced headlight.
Apr 2013 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.
Apr 2014 96500 mi US $1200	had to replace driver side head light assmly
Oct 2015 115000 mi US $650	key ignition went bad, 600 bucks later...
Apr 2016 123300 mi	AC recharged; ignition switch went bad
Oct 2016 130000 mi US $650	Had to replace starter. An in line turbo oil leak.
Mar 2018 147000 mi US $300	oil pump was leaking.
Jun 2018 152000 mi US $300	recharge, oil change, flush ac/ vent
Feb 2019 159000 mi US $350	replace radiator.

Volvo S60 in Idaho, United States Mar 2016 - Jun 2018
Feb 2018 54950 mi US $100	Tranny had started to slip once every few days. Took car in to check condition/level of fluid and it was full but dark and smelled burnt. Had it changed but problem was not resolved.

Volvo S60 in Connecticut, United States Mar 2011 - Dec 2016
Dec 2011 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
Jun 2012 74000 mi US $297	Front of AC compressor fell off due to broken bolt. repaired and cleared faults in computer and topped off freon.
Sep 2015 109000 mi US $500	Serpentine belt was replaced
Mar 2016 117000 mi	battery connection loose

Volvo S60 in South Carolina, United States Mar 2015 - Apr 2016
Jun 2015 185000 mi US $164	Had tie rods replace

Volvo S60 in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2015 - Jun 2018
Dec 2015 119000 mi US $525	Replaced original starter
Sep 2016 127000 mi US $300	Replaced faulty A/C Compressor and recharged system Worn Sway bar links. Replaced sway bar links
Jun 2017 136000 mi US $300	A common problem with Volvos S60s (and similar models) after 100,000 miles. The Oil Breather Trap get clogged and the engine starts burning multiple quarts of oil very quickly. Unfortunately this repair requires you to remove the intake manifold and multiple hoses and electrical connections. The Oil Breather Trap is just a simple plastic box with an extra hole to increases airflow to the engine. I did the repair and the car is running fine again. Replaced Tie-rod ends.

Volvo S60 in Ohio, United States Feb 2016 - Mar 2017
Dec 2016 105700 mi US $2725	Suspension making noise while driving. Shop found right front strut leaking, spring seats are broken, and control arm bushings are cracking. Removed and replaced struts, spring seats, and control arm bushings ($1663.86 including labor). Alignment ($94.95) Replaced timing belt kit and axuliary belt ($739.96 including labor). Also replaced a few bulbs.

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2010 - Sep 2016
Sep 2011 88000 mi	radiator tank leaking-seam leaking-plastic 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.
Dec 2012 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
Mar 2013 107000 mi US $1000	PCV crankcase tank box (kit is about $400 in parts and a 1 day job-(well over 1000 at dealer). Also changed spark plugs, flushed coolant, changed brake fluid, timing belt, serpentine belt, water pump, tensioners and idler pulleys.
Jul 2013 109500 mi US $80	Clunks in front end of car with small bumps, especially at low speeds. diagnosed as front sway bar ends, replaced sway bar ends only, resolved completely. S60 known for this problem.

Volvo S60 in Quebec, Canada Aug 2010 - Jun 2011
Oct 2010 52700 mi C $50	Car would not start. Cranked but no fuel was being delivered. Gas line valve replaced.

Volvo S60 in Oklahoma, United States Mar 2010 - Oct 2015
Jun 2012 127000 mi US $150	A/C was blowing cooler on one side. Recharged system appears to be fine.
Mar 2013 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
Jul 2013 150000 mi	Oil change, spark plugs and Replace pcv hose from cylinder head to pcv box
Feb 2014 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.
Aug 2014 167000 mi US $600	Check Engine Light came on. Needed new starter
Sep 2014 169000 mi	The check engine light is back on. Mechanic not sure what the problem is exactly.I'll have them shut it off on next oil change.
Nov 2014 171300 mi US $1100	Car needed struts
Feb 2015 175000 mi US $87	Routine Oil Change. Shut off Check Engine light--but back on... I gave up on that 10K miles ago.
Jun 2015 180000 mi	Coolant leak. Just a loose clamp.
Jul 2015 180800 mi US $190	Seam split on drivers seat. Trim Shop
Oct 2015 185000 mi	Check engine light on.

Volvo S60 in Tennessee, United States Feb 2008 - Aug 2016
Jun 2008 38000 mi US $110	MAF sensor causing CEL code. Monitored OBD2 output of MAF sensor to identify no response from MAF.
Sep 2011 92000 mi US $275	Worn bushing on sway bar link creaking & clunking on bumps. Replaced link, rotated tires and performed alignment as periodic maintenance.
Sep 2012 111000 mi US $75	Replace worn sway bar link.
Sep 2014 139000 mi US $400	Replaced lower control arms, and struts. The struts were basically preventative. The lower arms were functional but compromised and were showing signs of torn rubber in the bushings. Replaced brake pads while working there. $290. Replaced right and left Axles/CV joints due to torn boots and noisy CV joints. $110.

Volvo S60 in Alabama, United States Aug 2010 - Dec 2015
Aug 2011 70000 mi US $100	Unsure of location of leak - waiting on future analysis
Oct 2011 75000 mi US $400	Passenger door locks no longer worked with auto lock
Jan 2014 99200 mi US $1500	Compressor needed to be replaced
Apr 2015 127500 mi US $935	Fuel sensor, Strut plate replacement

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2009 - Dec 2017
May 2010 27900 mi US $2700	complete suspension rebuild. struts, shocks and bushings. Previous owner must have been a salesperson for a book company and always driving on cobblestone roads. This makes the car like new!!!
Apr 2017 57000 mi US $350	Complete pcv replacement
Jun 2017 59000 mi	Plugs, air filter,fuel filter, cleaned MAF

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Volvo S60 in British Columbia, Canada Jun 2010 - Dec 2011
Jul 2010 11780 mi	Over-revving fan -- Poor connection to water temp sender. Fixed by simply removing and then reattaching connecter.

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Dec 2015 - Jun 2020
Dec 2015 104000 mi US $3800	Engine would stall when coming to a stop light. Dealer diagnosed a faulty fuel pressure sensor and a couple of bad emissions hoses. After repairs were done the engine CPU was reprogrammed. Car was making a very noticeable clunking noise when driving over bumps and potholes. Dealer diagnosed faulty rear suspension control arms and stabilizer bar. After repairs the noise disappeared.
Mar 2016 105000 mi US $1300	Long standing coolant leak. Radiator was replaced. Leak is gone. Braking was poor. Had rotors, pads and parking brake mechanism replaced. Braking is normal now.

Volvo S60 in Arizona, United States May 2014 - Jul 2016
Jun 2014 101000 mi US $50	AWD went out Radiator slow leak $900 estimate.
Sep 2014 105000 mi	Washer fluid bottle broken, leaks
Jul 2016 120000 mi US $1170	Upper strut mount passenger side PCV system including breather box $550

Volvo S60 in New Hampshire, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2015
Dec 2011 103000 mi US $500	A bad ball bearing was creating noise. A clip holding a brake pad had broken off.
Apr 2012 106000 mi US $175	Bad ball bearing discovered and replaced when snow tires were changed.
Aug 2012 110800 mi US $200	Parking brake broke such that car wouldn't move. Evaporative leak causing Check Engine light to come on.
Feb 2014 130700 mi US $3150	Initial problem was insufficient cabin heat. Bad cabin thermometer. Bad fuel pump, replaced timing belt.
Dec 2014 143000 mi US $190	I don't remember.
Jun 2015 145000 mi US $319	Tie-rod replaced.

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Jul 2012 - Jul 2013
Feb 2013 100400 mi US $300	I don't remember what the problem was but they recommended more than I could financially handle so they agreed to repair what they could to ensure the car was safe and recommended I return for the remaining work. I just don't remember and can't locate service record for this. There was so much noise generated by the car and it continued even after repairs were made.
Jul 2013 109000 mi	Car didn't drive well. The mechanic informed me the car was not safe to drive faster than 30-40 miles an hour, that it needed a great deal of expensive repairs and suggested I immediately trade the car.

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Volvo S60 in Netherlands May 2009 - Jun 2018
Jun 2009 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.
Jul 2009 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.
Jul 2010 93600 mi	1 strut have to be replaced 1 torsion bar needed some work, misfit from new.
Apr 2012 123460 mi	Xenon bulb changed,
Dec 2012 133920 mi €300	left side seal of the powersteering cylinder was leaking oil
Mar 2013 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.
Nov 2013 151280 mi	Seized ac pump
Feb 2014 154380 mi €600	Gearcase flush, replacing steering strut, cleaning lenses of headlights.
May 2014 158100 mi €80	Rear brake claw got stuck
Oct 2014 165820 mi €75	Mid engine strut got souple
Nov 2015 186620 mi €400	End muffer leaked after 9 years
Sep 2017 217620 mi €600	Replaced fronts trust, steering arm, brakes and pads

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Volvo S60 in United Arab Emirates Jan 2008 - Nov 2008
Feb 2008 9300 mi	Fuel door hinge replaced.
May 2008 11160 mi	Indicator relay in dashboard replaced.

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Volvo S60 in California, United States Jul 2013 - Oct 2013
Sep 2013 98000 mi US $2000	CE light trouble code that couldnt be figured out.

Volvo S60 in South Africa Oct 2011 - Dec 2011
Dec 2011 124000 mi R 4500	Geartronic valve bodies suspect, replaced transmission with remanufactured unit.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Sep 2011 - Nov 2011
Nov 2011 78000 mi US $560	Both axles had to be replaced. Driver front window window regulator broken, not replaced due to replacement cost.

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Volvo S60 in Washington, United States May 2008 - Mar 2010
Aug 2008 19000 mi	Angle gear slack and clicking was fixed with loctite Left turn signal failing. Replace signal stalk. Check engine complained about open gas cap repeatedly even though gas cap not open. Reflash CPU
Nov 2009 28000 mi	Leaking Angle Gear needed to be resealed. Expensive!

Volvo S60 in South Carolina, United States Jan 2016 - Jun 2016
Feb 2016 133200 mi US $258	Replace upper engine mount
Jun 2016 134000 mi	Leaking main seal

Volvo S60 in Maryland, United States May 2008 - Dec 2011
Jul 2008 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. Rattle/squeak from front drivers door panel. "Unfixable".
Feb 2009 58000 mi US $75	Got a suspension "Re-Sum".
Jul 2009 63000 mi US $400	Transmission seals were replaced due to a small trans oil leak where the transmission mates with the angle (bevel) gear of the car.
Jun 2010 76000 mi US $1200	Accessory/serpentine belt came off pulley due to failure of tensioner, a known weak part of this car. Had to replace tensioner, belt, and radiator when tech noticed a leak at the radiator side tank, another known weak point of this car.
Jul 2010 76000 mi US $800	Had oil leak @ rear differential. Fix is to reseal. Dealer resealed rear differential.
Nov 2010 79000 mi US $300	Replaced both front control arms. Rubber bushings were shot. Also installed an O2 spacer in the rear-most O2 sensor of CAT due to a CEL check engine light (ECM400C). Car feels like new wrt the new control arms installed. O2 spacer worked.
Feb 2011 83000 mi US $900	Drivers front strut (4C) broke. Replaced strut and due to mileage, replaced matching passenger front strut simultaneously. Dealer fixed issue and also performed re-SUM calibration and 4-wheel alignment.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2011
Jan 2010 43000 mi US $500	45k service + replaced power steering pump.

Volvo S60 in Connecticut, United States Mar 2011 - Jun 2013
Apr 2011 140000 mi US $400	Replaced spark plugs and coil packs to fix misfire Muffler and one pipe had begun to fail. Cat back custom (cheap) exhaust. Resonator delete to eliminate R's dreaded "rain squeal" which you have to hear to believe.
Nov 2011 146000 mi US $650	Car's ECM gives incorrect readings, causing partial shutdown. It "thinks" its fuel rail is shot. ECM replaced, problem persists.
Dec 2011 146000 mi US $500	Replaced several oil lines and filters and fuel filter

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Volvo S60 in Maine, United States Sep 2012 - Oct 2013
Feb 2013 87400 mi US $2000	Front struts and springs. Top motor mount.

Volvo S60 in Nevada, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2014
Jul 2011 78000 mi US $375	Left front wheel bearing needed to be replaced.
Mar 2013 97000 mi US $500	Replaced fuel sensor pressure and repaired vac leak.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Apr 2010 - Oct 2010
May 2010 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.
Jun 2010 53000 mi US $245	Axle Ping issue fixed with Volvo XC90 axle bolts.
Aug 2010 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.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Apr 2012 - Jun 2017
Mar 2013 107000 mi US $500	Cylinder #3 Misfire- Dead coil pack. Removed & replaced coil pack Front Passenger Axle went out- RR axle
Aug 2016 177000 mi	Noticed uneven tire wear at front tires & rubbing when turning extreme left. Inspected & found worn bushings & leaking front pass strut. Awaiting new struts (constantly out of stock). Purchased new lower control arms (bushings pre-installed) as well as additional parts that might as well be replaced while I have it all apart. Will update with costs & time when complete.

Volvo S60 in Alaska, United States Jun 2013 - Jan 2014
Oct 2013 60200 mi US $440	air line semi rigid... for turbo... was told by mechanic that the soft ones never needed replacing... the semi rigid always got brittle
Jan 2014 61000 mi US $2700	replaced radiator, had rust issues,

Volvo S60 in California, United States Nov 2008 - Mar 2010
Dec 2008 33000 mi	Severe creaking noise in front suspension noticed at slow speeds not exceeding 20MPH. Problem was due to cracked front spring seats.
Jan 2009 33000 mi	Leaking Angle Gear.
Mar 2009 33000 mi	Continual squeaking noise from front suspension ,which I had a set of new spring sets installed previously that were supposed to get rid of the noise but didn't.

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Volvo S60 in Washington, United States Apr 2008 - Mar 2010
Nov 2008 43000 mi US $5	Loose vacuum lines underneath the chassis, which were easily secured using standard metal P-clips from the hardware store.

Volvo S60 in Connecticut, United States Apr 2008 - Jan 2022
May 2008 46000 mi	Sunroof rattled, and they replaced the lifters which was a big job.
Sep 2014 98000 mi US $2200	ABS and traction sensor, rear rotors and pads, control arm bushings, other maintenance
May 2015 107000 mi US $1400	turbo tube CV boot
Oct 2015 112300 mi US $600	Perimeter alarm / siren
Apr 2017 134000 mi US $2200	heater core strut mounts

Volvo S60 in California, United States Jun 2021 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022 152000 mi US $500	MAF Sensor, Ignition coil, spark plugs

Volvo S60 in Illinois, United States Jun 2008 - Mar 2010
Jul 2008 61000 mi	Clutch Cylinder Failure Angle gear case was leaking, so the dealer decided to "Seal/fix" the leak. About 500 miles later the whole assembly failed thus the AWD was dead and in Front Wheel Drive mode only, this would be okay except it would have severe wheel hop, spin and pull. Towed to dealer and replaced. Bushings failed and the car was clunking severely, they were replaced

Volvo S60 in Washington, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2022
Dec 2009 66000 mi	got a check engine light,took the car to the shop for diagnosis. They got a "missing or faulty gas cap" code,but did not find a problem.
Jan 2010 161300 mi	Check engine light on again. Again diagnosed loose/missing gas cap code. Found faulty evap system leak detection pump. Replaced pump.
Apr 2011 88000 mi US $166	intermittent "Reduced Engine Performance" message,rough idling. Removed throttle housing and performed cleaning operation per Volvo specs. Installed throttle body gasket. intermittent "Reduced Engine Performance" message,rough idling. Removed throttle housing and performed cleaning operation per Volvo specs.Installed throttle body gasket
Aug 2011 95000 mi US $350	Key would not come out of ignition. Disassembled steering column found shift interlock cable binding not allowing key release. Disassembled center console found release mechanism binding.Cleaned and lubricated.
Jan 2012 101000 mi US $800	radiator has a leak needs to be replaced.Will do in near future.Radiator R&R estimate 800.00 Remote only unlocks driver door. Traced source of problem faulty UEM. Estimate to R&R and load software 830.00 Steering wheel loose. Removed air bag module to access nut for steering wheel and tightened.
Jul 2014 145800 mi US $1135	replace lower control arm bushings R&R Broken strut mount replace split hose from oil trap to cam cover
Nov 2015 176800 mi US $1221	Intermittent check engine light for several months. Found codes related to fuel pressure module and sensor. New fuel pressure sensor, harness adapter,control unit. remove and relocate replacement fuel pump module.
Feb 2017 204000 mi US $637	broke front passenger door window regulator trying to open window when frozen. R&R Window regulator
Mar 2017 205000 mi US $350	Heard noise during maintenance inspection.Parking brake shoe on passenger side fell apart.R&R both rear parking brake shoes
Nov 2017 214000 mi US $600	1) Replaced alarm siren due to UEM Faults 2) passenger low beam bulb stuck in housing,bulb holder tabs warped,bulb seized,Removed bulb,bent tabs back into shape
Feb 2018 219000 mi US $985	PCV system clogged. Remove intake manifold to access breather box, all hoses and fittings.Remove components for cleaning or replacement.Install new seals rings,and gaskets.Reassemble and test crank case pressure. Exhaust hanger rusted, about to break off. Welded to repair

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Volvo S60 in Utah, United States Sep 2010 - Nov 2015
Dec 2011 92000 mi US $280	Front Bushings Replaced
Jun 2015 109000 mi US $800	Steering was very loose. They replaced the sway bar I think. Much better.

Volvo S60 in Florida, United States Jul 2010 - Jan 2011
Aug 2010 101000 mi US $100	had a check engine light, dealer installed flash update

Volvo S60 in Alabama, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2022
Dec 2010 61000 mi US $300	MAF sensor failure
Mar 2011 61000 mi	Power steering pump leaking, tightened connectors, will observe.
Dec 2012 67000 mi US $750	MAF failure, replaced with used MAF.
Sep 2014 75000 mi US $5	Leak in windshield washer fluid system.
Dec 2014 77000 mi US $100	Windshield washer pump corroded, breaking the tank in the process. Replaced with used tank from a junk yard and an OEM pump.
Sep 2015 81000 mi US $1000	Radiator leak
Jan 2016 82200 mi US $150	Rear muffler corroded, replaced with aftermarket unit.
Sep 2018 100000 mi US $1000	Fuel pump broke, replaced with OEM.
Aug 2020 10500 mi US $1000	Also tie-rod end and misc suspension parts.

Volvo S60 in North Carolina, United States Feb 2009 - Mar 2013
Sep 2011 126000 mi US $340	Lower control arm was bent causing poor alignment.
Dec 2011 133000 mi US $240	Rubber bushings needed to be replaced Electronic Throttle Control Replaced Alternator
Sep 2012 151000 mi US $740	Fuel Sensor, Spark Plugs and air filter were replaced.
Mar 2013 163000 mi	Electronic Throttle Control still intermittently acting up.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Oct 2009 - May 2012
Nov 2009 50000 mi	Vibration reported in front end. Dealer replaced steering rack. Vibration reported in front end. Dealer replaced axles.
Dec 2009 50000 mi	Engine mounts replaced Told that the engine is missing: fuel system needs cleaning. Have not had this taken care of.
Dec 2010 67000 mi US $175	Brakes did not work when engine at high rpm, as in starting to move car when warming up, or accelerating and sudden brake application. Replaced vacuum device for brakes.

Volvo S60 in Michigan, United States Oct 2008 - Apr 2011
Apr 2009 46000 mi US $411	Front left outer tire rod replaced.

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Volvo S60 in California, United States Dec 2015 - Jan 2022
Jan 2022 157600 mi US $750	Two of the five coils for the cylinders were broken and the other three were old. Replaced all five coils. Spark plugs were still good and did not need to be replaced.

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Apr 2011 - Sep 2021
Jul 2013 110300 mi US $400	Likely ABS Module failure. Still testing other items to rule out module.
Aug 2013 110120 mi US $375	Replaced electric brake pump which performs only when engine is cold. The pump and valve were both replaced. Replaced hydraulic brake pump that was causing ABS light to come on. Replaced hydraulic brake pump that was causing ABS light to come on Replaced electric brake pump which performs only when engine is cold. The pump and valve were both replaced.
Sep 2013 112000 mi US $250	Replace only the ABS pump with a used one, which was attached to the ABS modular. Eliminated ABS code.
Jan 2014 107500 mi US $65	Connector melted and needed to be replace with new one
Feb 2015 118000 mi US $745	The lock cylinder had to be replaced as it would not turn to start engine. An internal part broken causing this issue.
Jul 2016 122000 mi US $80	No brakes when cold. Electric pump failed again
Aug 2016 122300 mi US $25	Had to rewire new harness for front low beam headlight

Volvo S60 in Louisiana, United States Jan 2009 - Mar 2013
Mar 2013 50000 mi US $360	PCV Hose was worn.

Volvo S60 in Nebraska, United States Apr 2008 - Jun 2011
May 2008 27000 mi	Right side headlight washer nozzle cover replaced.

Volvo S60 in Connecticut, United States Aug 2010 - Sep 2013
Jan 2011 99500 mi US $600	Ignition Lock Mechanism went, Couldn't turn key, Had to order new ignition cylinder from Sweden
May 2011 67000 mi US $120	Evaporative Hose Cracked, Replaced with New Hose
Dec 2011 81000 mi US $100	Replaced Upper Engine Mount
Jan 2012 83000 mi US $600	Replaced Shocks
Dec 2012 106000 mi US $800	Wheel bearing and Control Arms Needed to be Replaced
Jan 2013 66800 mi US $600	Spring seat and strut tower bearing replaced

Volvo S60 in Michigan, United States Aug 2014 - Jan 2022
Dec 2015 187000 mi US $95	thermostat not controlling heating during winter, replaced thermostat assembly.

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Volvo S60 in Colorado, United States - Feb 2010
Apr 2007 25117 mi	towed in for new starter motor
Jul 2007 28728 mi	a/c blows hot on drivers side - replace o rings - software download vadis put car in sleep mode - total software reload
Aug 2007 29394 mi	anti roll bar link - replace front 2 sides new radiator
Jan 2008 35749 mi	replace headlamp washer nozzle cover
Apr 2008 36699 mi	reinitialized window software upper engine mount replaced
May 2008 36845 mi US $150	vandalism - repaint entire driver side doors and qp's
Oct 2008 39214 mi	doors squeaking - hinges lubed
Dec 2008 42026 mi	cel on - check gas cap messages - dealer checked software only - blamed loose gas cap replaced broken lower bumper grommets wheel lug nuts rusted - plastic caps provided
Feb 2009 43000 mi US $46	replace headlamp washer nozzle cover - mail ordered part and paint
Apr 2009 44544 mi	cel on - check gas cap messages - replaced fuel leak detection pump replaced rusted wheel lug nuts
Nov 2009 51142 mi US $77	no awd - replace oil pump on haldex aoc system parking brake shoe broken - replace parking brake shoes replaced propeller shaft - dealer broke it installing oil pump
Feb 2010 54411 mi	replaced parking break shoe springs due to faulty install

Volvo S60 in Quebec, Canada Mar 2011 - Jul 2013
Jun 2011 63240 mi C $120	breather box exhaust tube replaced
Jan 2012 82000 mi C $500	Handbrake cable jammed
Apr 2012 73780 mi C $550	Front shocks and link kits

Volvo S60 in Maine, United States Dec 2009 - Nov 2013
Jan 2011 80500 mi	Front suspension and steering components worn. They were replaced under warranty
Jun 2011 76000 mi	Upper A arm links replaced. Although A arm bushings were damaged, they did not repair those, and I just discovered they ignored that part of my complaint.

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2009 - Dec 2012
Dec 2009 66000 mi US $770	Replaced front control arm bushings (warrantied 440.00)

Volvo S60 in Massachusetts, United States Oct 2009 - May 2013
Feb 2010 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.
Mar 2010 53000 mi	Left front wheel bearing. Right front wheel bearing two days later. Replaced front wheel bearings. Left front on Monday, Right fronton Wed. No charge to me. Covered under Volvo CPO.
Jan 2012 70000 mi US $560	replaced worn transmission torque rod, $300 rear park assist sensor failed. Replaced one faulty sensor, $260.
Apr 2013 79000 mi US $425	Replaced Starter
May 2013 79000 mi US $380	Replaced PNP Switch Replaced Control Unit Module on AWD

Volvo S60 in Maine, United States Mar 2011 - Apr 2014
May 2011 81300 mi	Alternator replaced.
Mar 2014 148000 mi US $132	Replaced exhaust VVT Camshaft Solenoid.

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Volvo S60 in California, United States Aug 2008 - Sep 2014
Oct 2008 78000 mi US $110	went on. Took to shop. Diagnosis was bad sensor. Replaced sensor.
Jan 2009 86000 mi US $125	went on again. Took to shop. Diagnosis was "position control" thing was broken. Fixed it. Reset sensor.
Mar 2009 91000 mi US $110	Antilock brake system controller failed. It triggered an indicator light on the dash. The cost estimate: $1,400. The mechanic said he sees a lot of this. The part "wore out." But it has no moving parts. Why did it wear out? Because it did.
Sep 2013 147000 mi US $700	Ball joints and tie rods needed replacement

Volvo S60 in Massachusetts, United States Oct 2010 - Jan 2015
Jun 2011 84000 mi US $276	Radiator Fan noisy - replaced under warranty Repaired headlight washer nozzle, pump and cover
Jul 2011 86000 mi	Moon roof would not open - previously repaired under extended warranty at same dealer in Dec 2010 Repair sun roof - broken again - will repair under warranty (I hope)
Jul 2012 94500 mi US $200	Noise in front end - replaced front strut top end bushings, performed 4 wheel alignment. Replaced from pads and rotors. Removed, cleaned and reinstalled E brake (rear) to correct wheel dragging of one rear wheel.
Oct 2012 102000 mi US $1750	Repair sun roof Replaced 2 horns
Nov 2012 103000 mi US $680	Replaced torn CV joint left front wheel
Feb 2013 106700 mi US $225	Noise in steering column
Mar 2013 108000 mi US $100	Repaired noise in the steering column. Charged me only for the deductible on the warranty even though it was not covered since they had tried unsuccessfully to fix previously.
Jun 2013 110000 mi US $250	Steering universal joint in the column was binding causing the wheel to not return to center position.
May 2014 121000 mi US $850	Check engine light - Continuous Variable Valve Timing system - diagnosed positive vacuum - replace oil separator trap - cleaned CVVT valves - no help - suggested $2000 repair (hubs/valves) - my mechanic is checking timing belt-jumped tooth?
Jul 2014 123000 mi US $680	Replaced CVVT intake and exhaust valve/solenoids to address check engine light.

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Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Feb 2011 - Mar 2011
Mar 2011 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.

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Volvo S60 in Great Britain - Oct 2009
Oct 2009 88000 mi £200	lower wishbone replacement and top engine mount.

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Volvo S60 in Rhode Island, United States Jun 2013 - Jul 2013
Jul 2013 134000 mi	Turbo intercooler hose crack and letting in air reducing performance and leading to hard starting Code 0073 and ABS warning. Car will turn over but won't catch after heavy city driving. After 30 min. car runs but keeps showing code.

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2011 - Oct 2011
Aug 2011 90000 mi US $700	There were multiple independent problems. Stereo just "broke" (whatever that means). Cruise control- broke. Car alarm system- broke.

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Feb 2012 - Apr 2012
Apr 2012 104000 mi US $500	Needed to replace worn rubber joints in front suspension.

Volvo S60 in Ohio, United States Nov 2010 - Dec 2010
Dec 2010 115000 mi US $3600	SRS airbag module damaged,have to put new module which costs $1900. Its Bevel gear makes loud sound & replacing cost $2000. I sold the car back to dealer from whom I purchased. Really very bad experience with Volvo.

Volvo S60 in South Carolina, United States Dec 2009 - Apr 2017
Jan 2010 43000 mi US $400	Sunroof drain line was blocked causing leaks to passenger front floorboard. Had to remove seats and all carpet and use dehumidifier in sealed room to dry out. Blew out drain lines with compressed air. $400 in repairs
Aug 2013 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.

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Volvo S60 in Saskatchewan, Canada Dec 2010 - Jun 2013
Jun 2012 52700 mi C $450	Both sides, rear wheel bearing replaced.

Volvo S60 in Colorado, United States Nov 2010 - Nov 2011
Dec 2010 49000 mi US $150	Front suspension was making clunking noise. Had car checked and determined upper spring mounts and tie rod end links worn. Replaced both. Problem fixed. 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.
Nov 2011 63000 mi	Sold car because a close friend who has a Volvo repair shop told me that the clutches tend to fail, and replacing them costs over $3,000. Clutch failed two months later.

Volvo S60 in South Dakota, United States Mar 2013 - Jun 2014
Jan 2014 US $2500	I repaired and maintained multiple things. Front left cv axle, front struts (complete), Tie rods, ball joints, Control arms, sway bars and end links all replaced. Plus complete tune up including timing belt and tension pulley. Speed sensor.
Jun 2014 83000 mi US $900	Replaced inner and outer tie rods, control arms, and lower ball joints. Also had to replace both front left and front right cv axles.

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2012 - Jul 2014
Sep 2012 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.
Oct 2013 119500 mi US $1300	Clutch needed to be replaced. The slave cylinder failed, causing brake fluid to leak onto the disk. The disk broke in half when it deteriorated from the fluid.
Dec 2013 122000 mi	Passenger's Side DRL bulb blew.

Volvo S60 in Michigan, United States Jul 2012 - Sep 2016
Dec 2013 99000 mi US $2600	Clutch slave cylinder failed. Replaced slave cylinder, clutch and pressure plate, angle gear collar sleeve, misc seals. Replaced rear main seal (no additional labor) Replaced timing belt, tensioner and water pump. Also replaced accessory drive belt and tensioner--latter had started to fail. Power steering leak. Replaced high pressure return line to reservoir.
Jun 2014 106000 mi US $200	LF Outer tie rod end failed. R&R tie rod end, 4 wheel alignment
Jan 2016 105700 mi US $200	Replace left inner tie rod end, alignment

Volvo S60 in British Columbia, Canada Feb 2007 - Sep 2014
Jun 2007 43400 mi	Replace ring gear, hesitation on acceleration and replace heater/AC blower
Apr 2009 52080 mi	HVAC blower motor replaced.
May 2009 52080 mi	Faulty fuel pressure sensor - covered under a recall notice.\|

Volvo S60 in California, United States Aug 2008 - Mar 2010
Sep 2008 57000 mi	Buzzing sound emanating from rear parcel shelf speaker. Buzzing sound in 5th gear; Tech service bulletin work performed.

Volvo S60 in Wyoming, United States May 2005 - Sep 2009
May 2005 15000 mi	windshield replaced under warranty - cracked while in the shop for an oil change. Service manager said it was a stress crack from improper installation at factory.
Jun 2005 16000 mi	Rear bushings replaced
Mar 2006 24000 mi	Angle gear replaced
Sep 2007 31000 mi US $100	climate control fan motor
Aug 2009 43000 mi	Left front wheel bearing bad.
Sep 2009 44000 mi US $185	Volvo engineered the wheel bearing into the hubs. Entire hub had to be replaced. Left front wheel bearing replaced. Paid over warranty cost to have locak indie repair person fix.

Volvo S60 in Maine, United States May 2008 - Jun 2011
Nov 2010 112000 mi US $370	Replaced front brake hoses ($102.64 for parts, $150 labor for both repairs) Replaced front control arm bushings ($117.56 for parts, $150 labor for both repairs)

Volvo S60 in California, United States Oct 2004 - May 2009
Feb 2004 2000 mi	Buzzing shifter worked on under warranty and a factory noted update. Still buzzed in 3rd gear.
Apr 2004 3000 mi	Brakes have ALWAYS squealed since pick-up of the vehicle. These were fixed under warranty. Apparently a frequent problem.
Jun 2007 29000 mi US $1500	Angle Gear Seal Valve failed. I reported leaking oil at two separate oil changes to Volvo dealer and nothing done. They found the reason AFTER warranty expired and refused to repair under warranty. Torque mount also broke.
Sep 2007 3100 mi	Center cup holder plastic cover broke off. Did not repair. This design was modified in subsequent year's models.
Sep 2008 37000 mi	Noted small piece of plastic broke off Fuel Cover. It is slightly loose now but still works. Did not repair.
Oct 2008 37500 mi US $4000	Clutch sleeve cylinder and multiple components failed all the way up to flywheel. Brake fluid was noted to be leaking a few months earlier.
Nov 2008 39000 mi US $250	Apparently from last repair one bolt from the strut mount was not replaced and therefore strut broke. Had to be replaced. Apparently from last repair one bolt from the strut mount was not replaced and therefore strut broke. Had to be replaced.
Feb 2009 42000 mi	Driver side plastic trim around Fog Light missing. GONE. I have no idea why it should have fallen off or if it was stolen. Not paying to replace this. Driver side plastic trim around Fog Light missing. GONE. I have no idea why it should have fallen off or if it was stolen. Not paying to replace this.
Mar 2009 43000 mi	The little trunk keyhole cover is missing. I'm sure someone stole it. I'm not replacing this either.
May 2009 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).

Volvo S60 in Wisconsin, United States Oct 2009 - Mar 2011
May 2010 70000 mi US $435	Fuel pressure rail sensor went bad causing check engine light and slight stumbling...
Jun 2010 71000 mi US $153	CEL came on. Had to reflash OBD system to latest version. Claimed intermittent fault in cooling system that will be fixed when component finally fails...
Oct 2010 76000 mi US $653	Top engine/motor/transmission mount was replaced due to wear. It allowed the engine to move with regard to the transmission so there was a clunk noise when shifting 1-2.
Jan 2011 69500 mi US $500	Engine stumbled in 5&6 gear at 10-12 lbs boost. Thought was fuel delivery problem but no engine light and over a week of diagnostics revealed nothing. Minor tune-up items installed w/out affect. Suggested dealer for repair, trip 2. Unresolved prob.1. Dlr usd more sophist diagnostic eqpmnt to ID problem as cracked coils 3of5) and replaced thm. Car now runs as new.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Feb 2010 - Jul 2011
May 2010 39000 mi US $4400	front struts broken

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2009 - Sep 2011
Aug 2010 72900 mi US $700	Drivers window track/guides/motor was damaged, and so was replaced.
Sep 2011 81000 mi US $2500	Clutch slave cylinder failure. Unable to engage the clutch, drive the car. Sold to the local Volvo expert for $2500 less than fair value if the car was in good working order. I would not have sold the car except I now have company car.

Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada May 2011 - Jun 2011
Jun 2011 111600 mi C $600	Angle gear sleeve repair

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2010 - Apr 2011
Jul 2010 62000 mi US $1100	Slave/Throw out started to squeal, it was on its way out. While transmission was out, I replaced everything except the dual mass flywheel, I had it cut. Should I just have replaced the slave (Control Cylindar) and its Air Vent Tube, $700. Slave/Throw out started to squeal, it was on its way out. While transmission was out, I replaced everything except the dual mass flywheel, I had it cut. Should I just have repalced the slave (Control Cylandar) and its Air Vent Tube, $700
Mar 2011 73000 mi US $520	On passenger front side of inner portion of subframe; there are 3 lines that run along it, 2 are related to power steering and are aluminum. One line popped out of bracket and was rubbing along transmission creating a whole in the line.

Volvo S60 in North Carolina, United States Oct 2014 - Apr 2017
Feb 2015 137500 mi US $200	worn right front tie rod
Oct 2016 176800 mi US $2000	Blown front strut, worn tie rod, 150k maintenance

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States - Jun 2009
Feb 2009 40000 mi	shifter cables were replaced because there was excessive vibration in the shifter when driving in 5th gear.
Jun 2009 50000 mi	Alarm system module. Alarm siren was randomly going off and the sunroof stopped working.

Volvo S60 in Alabama, United States Apr 2010 - Apr 2017
Jan 2010 50000 mi US $250	cracked factory 18"x8" wheel due to harsh suspension. not due to pothole or large impact.
Mar 2011 65000 mi US $200	(18"x8") factory wheel cracked due to overly stiff suspension. not due to pothole or specific large impact
Apr 2012 70000 mi US $2400	Replaced both left and right rear wheel bearings after complete failure of both.
Jun 2012 70000 mi US $600	Replaced 3 faulty ignition coils
Feb 2013 80000 mi US $350	Front sway bar failed and had to be replaced.
Apr 2017 140000 mi US $700	front strut passenger side

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2013 - Mar 2020
Jan 2014 76800 mi US $100	Replaced turn signal assembly due to intermittent left turn signal function.
Feb 2014 65300 mi US $30	Replaced both windshield washer nozzles - one cracked and not completely attached, the other was not dispensing with maximum power.
Mar 2014 66000 mi US $40	Replaced two ignition coils and all spark plugs due to misfire. Driver and passenger front windows both derailed due to improper re-installation of window trim by tinting shop. Replaced all four nylon regulator sliding blocks. Replaced trunk assist struts due to weak original units.
Mar 2015 70000 mi	Stock radio stopped working. Pulled the relevant fuses and found no breaks, so I re-inserted. Radio started working again.
Jun 2015 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.
Dec 2015 73000 mi US $800	Repair/replace leaking angle gear seal Replace worn driver's side ball joint, replace both front electronic struts and spring seats.
Aug 2017 82000 mi US $100	Unable to properly align wheels - replace driver's side tie rod end.
Dec 2017 84000 mi US $1900	Replace front driver and passenger lower control arms. Replace leaking coolant overflow reservoir.
Mar 2018 85000 mi US $300	Front passenger side electronic strut sensor no longer sending signal - sensor replaced. Front driver side CV boot leak.
Apr 2018 85000 mi US $300	Rear electronic strut controller wasn't receiving signals from struts. Controller replaced. Failure caused by short-circuit from front strut controller replacement.

Volvo S60 in Michigan, United States Dec 2016 - Dec 2021
Mar 2017 119545 mi US $160	Noisy bearing, replace both
Aug 2017 128000 mi US $300	replace LF ball joint Fuel pump sealing ring cracked. Fuel pump replaced.
Sep 2021 166000 mi US $1000	Replace shocks 4 corners

Volvo S60 in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2013 - Sep 2019
Jan 2014 112000 mi US $600	Timing belt, idlers, water pump, serpentine belt, spark plugs, upper engine mount replaced lower control arm drivers side front because rubber bushing wore out replaced emergency brake cable which seized up.
Feb 2014 112500 mi US $20	Passenger window plastic mounting blocks cracked causing window to fall inside door.
Aug 2014 117300 mi US $300	inner and outer tie rod ends with alignment right front wheel bearing very noisy
Nov 2014 122000 mi US $1200	Replaced clutch disc, pressure plate, flywheel, slave cylinder, angle gear coupling, resealed angle gear. Angle gear input spline was bad but since I did not have another unit, I reinstalled it. Installed a rebuilt angle gear assembly. Input spline shaft on existing was severely worn. Replaced lower ball joint.
Aug 2015 130700 mi US $600	Owner Replaced rear springs, struts, strut top mount and rear sway bar ends
Nov 2015 134000 mi US $700	Front struts, springs and support bearing. RF lower control arm. Had inferior aftermarket arm install about 30k MILES ago.
Aug 2016 143000 mi US $350	Replaced crank case vent system including hoses and plastic tank located under intake manifold. Replaced hoses for the fuel evaporation system on the engine which were in poor shape. Replaced thermostat since I had to remove for other work.
Jun 2017 156000 mi US $140	Car was stumbling and would only go about 15MPH because throttle position sensor was bad. Since it was built into the throttle body (non-repairable) had to replace entire unit for cost $140 used. New was over $600 just for parts. Common problem for high mileage Volvo cars.
Nov 2017 159000 mi US $400	Replaced front pipe and converter. Installed replacement flange on rear pipe which bolts to the back of the converter. Purchased new Walker pipe/converter, quality was poor requiring filing and grinding to remove excessive weld splatter which cause problems installing the O2 sensor and sealing the flange to the turbo. Resulted in about 3 hours extra work. Front flex pipe failed on OEM system.

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Nov 2013 - Dec 2014
Sep 2014 89000 mi US $1000	CD changer

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Volvo S60 in Missouri, United States Nov 2008 - Jun 2011
Dec 2008 90000 mi US $80	Ignition coil.

Volvo S60 in California, United States May 2010 - Sep 2016
Aug 2010 65000 mi US $625	Angle gear left side seal leaking, replaced seals.
Apr 2013 75000 mi US $435	Truck lid motor not working, replaced

Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada May 2010 - Jun 2022
Aug 2010 110540 mi C $700	right rear wheel bearing
Apr 2012 153860 mi	lower control arm rubbers wore out, causing tires to cup
Jan 2013 149280 mi C $91	replaced coil pack #1....this is the 3rd pack for this cylinder, other coil packs are fine.
Nov 2013 185480 mi C $1500	recurring misfire on cylinder #1...thought to be coil pack. Replaced CP twice but po301 recurred. Some CP's had cracked boots, replaced all CP's. Did not cure misfire..,found out I ahd a bad injector in cyl #1...replaced all CPs and injectrs
Sep 2014 207700 mi C $1200	new timing belt and water pump replaced sway bar due to worn link bearing
May 2015 223200 mi C $450	replaced serpentine belt idler pulley
Jun 2015 226300 mi C $5600	replaced both front axels..right side was failing so I did both. The strut upper support bearing also failed on the RHS so I did both. A tie rod was worn as well. We are getting ready for a 18,000 km north American road trip.
Jun 2021 287060 mi C $1000	left front wheel bearing hub

Volvo S60 in Colorado, United States Jun 2012 - Jul 2013
Feb 2012 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
Mar 2012 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.
Sep 2012 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
May 2013 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.
Jul 2013 95000 mi	Engine will start then stall and then no longer start. More warning lights to list than character will allow me to enter. On going problem with no resolution yet. Still at dealer

Volvo S60 in Connecticut, United States Aug 2015 - Jan 2017
Nov 2016 106400 mi US $210	loose steering - replaced tie rod end

Volvo S60 in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2007 - Mar 2010
Jan 2008 59000 mi	Repair broken front bumper clip; repair dead "position bulb"; attempted to repair brake issue, but not resolved yet. $0 cost since covered under Volvo CPO warranty
Jul 2008 64000 mi	Steering sensitivity was getting wonky. Boston Volvo said a steering part was broken and ordered it for future repair.

Volvo S60 in Wisconsin, United States Feb 2009 - Apr 2011
Mar 2009 70000 mi US $225	Fuel rail pressure sensor 1 went bad car wouldn't start in heated garage over winter it was pushed outside and started right up odd deal fixed now though
Nov 2009 82000 mi US $200	Fuel pressure sensor number one went out. Car wouldn't start in heated garage only in cold.
Jul 2010 91000 mi US $100	RF Wheel Hub Assembly and Bearing Replaced
Apr 2011 104000 mi US $60	Replace Front and Rear End Links that were worn and loud.

Volvo S60 in New Jersey, United States Nov 2007 - Mar 2011
Mar 2011 145000 mi US $1200	Struts, they were shot.

Volvo S60 in Colorado, United States Jan 2009 - Jul 2013
Jun 2009 56000 mi US $300	Replace fuel pressure sensor
Jun 2011 69000 mi US $650	Car suddenly began running rough. Went ASAP to repair shop; diagnostic said "misfire in #3 cylinder". Replaced all 5 ignition coils. Subsequent 2000 mile trip showed smooth running and slightly better fuel mileage.
Sep 2011 72000 mi US $86	broken power steering hose clamp caused loss of fluid
Nov 2011 76000 mi US $600	Power steering leak went beyond hose clamp, stemming from cracked housing or seal. Pump replaced.
Dec 2012 86000 mi US $1700	R headlight elevation motor failed. Whole unit plus wiring harness replaced.

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Dec 2009 - Mar 2011
Jan 2010 83000 mi US $4000	Three days after engine replaced in December (tensioner idler went causing timing to slip) transmission also replaced. Transmission pump went.

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Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Jan 2010 - Jul 2011
Mar 2010 67000 mi	The struts were leaking and the spring seats were destroyed.

Volvo S60 in Washington, United States Apr 2007 - Jun 2022
Jul 2017 100000 mi US $300	Ignition coils replaced

Volvo S60 in Ohio, United States Jun 2010 - Oct 2014
Aug 2010 133000 mi	low coolant level sensor warning w/o car overheating. slow loss of coolant but shop was unable to find leak.
Oct 2010 137000 mi US $300	Problem finally diagnosed as head gasket leak only active when engine is warm and coolant becomes pressurized due to heat. Car in shop for 20 days, other dry gasket or questionable seals found while engine was apart. Now being repaired. Picked up car after shop reported head gasket leak repaired. Driven for 3 days and coolant level falling again. Returned to shop. Diagnosed with cracked thermostat housing. Replaced. Coolant system now operating properly. Mechanic noticed front stabilizer failing. Repaired. Operating normally.
Jan 2011 141000 mi	loose connection from previous repair caused minor leak in coolant system. repaired and now functioning properly.

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Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada Jan 2016 - Apr 2017
Apr 2017 121520 mi C $1000	Both front wheel barings left control arm and it still rides horribly.

Volvo S60 in California, United States May 2008 - Oct 2017
Feb 2008 65000 mi US $1600	RADIATOR AND REAR BRAKES

Volvo S60 in California, United States Sep 2015 - Jun 2022
Nov 2016 109100 mi US $1000	Replace radiator
Jan 2022 142000 mi US $750	Crankshaft seal replaced. Front engine mount replaced
Mar 2022 144000 mi US $80	Brake booster vacuum switch replaced

Volvo S60 in California, United States Feb 2015 - Sep 2021
May 2015 168600 mi US $6500	Replace Transmission Replace Catalytic Converter 165000 mi service Replace Turbo return pipe seals Replace front Brake pads and Rotors Replace Brake vacuum pump switch Replace front driver seatbelt latch
Jun 2017 197200 mi US $2092	Replace right lower control arm AC recharge Engine oil leak near timing belt Replace lower engine mount

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Sep 2009 - Apr 2012
Oct 2009 50000 mi US $77	passenger side mirror fell out. Could have just reglued mirror piece but bought entire assembly(glass and plastic) from IPD for $77. Found out later just glass was available for less
Jun 2010 60000 mi US $5	driver side mirror popped out. Luckily I retrieved it and reglued with gorilla glue
Sep 2011 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
Oct 2011 72000 mi US $35	oil filter cannister loosened after 1500 miles and gushed on the street. Replaced filter and cartridge and tightened with wrench instead of hand tighten. Had to use CarChip to shut off "Check Engine Light"
Apr 2012 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.

Volvo S60 in Florida, United States May 2007 - Oct 2007
Jun 2007 33000 mi	The ABS system had a part that had to be replaced. The gas hose falls into the body of the car, has to be pulled out.

Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada Nov 2010 - Jan 2012
Sep 2011 107260 mi	Headlight. Seem to be replacing some bulb or another every month. Five headlights and 12 position/brake lights in total.
Oct 2011 107960 mi C $300	Control links replaced.
Nov 2011 109120 mi C $450	MAF replaced, 2nd time within 18 months, intake manifold cleaned.
Jan 2012 111600 mi	Shifting problems when sold, transmission going. Cupholder broken when sold. Gave up on it after replacing every year or two - $400 repair including labour.

Volvo S60 in Washington, United States Sep 2010 - Nov 2019
Nov 2010 78300 mi US $180	driver door seal.
Jun 2012 92000 mi US $750	broken exhaust bracket headlight assembly failed. $500 part
Sep 2013 99000 mi	Replace headlight (just bulb not assembly)

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Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada Feb 2009 - Dec 2011
Mar 2009 49600 mi C $200	Replace centre engine mount.
Sep 2009 55180 mi C $1500	replace xenon halogen assembly

Volvo S60 in Ohio, United States Apr 2011 - Jul 2011
Jul 2011 72000 mi	Catastrophic failure of the engine due to sludge - secondary to poor maintenance by prior owner.

Volvo S60 in Michigan, United States Feb 2011 - Mar 2016
Nov 2011 104000 mi US $950	Something was wrong with the bevel gear and it needed to be repaired or the mechanic said it would lead to major damage.
Jan 2013 115000 mi US $650	Replaced suspension part, forgot what it is called
Apr 2014 133300 mi US $130	Replaced driver side rear view mirror. The glass of the mirror simply dropped out...it delaminated.
Nov 2014 136000 mi	New battery installed
Apr 2015 138300 mi US $3000	Bevel gear was replaced after failure

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Volvo S60 in Virginia, United States Nov 2009 - Sep 2015
Feb 2011 83000 mi US $437	Leak Detection Pump replaced.

Volvo S60 in Maryland, United States Nov 2013 - Jun 2018
Apr 2014 185800 mi US $1024	New radiator New cam oil seal New engine mount - old one broke
Oct 2014 201000 mi US $460	Driver's side inner and outer tie rods New battery needed after 200,000 miles
Feb 2015 209100 mi US $1200	Leaking steering pump
Sep 2015 221000 mi US $850	New shock mounts
Mar 2018 283000 mi US $75	Fog light connector disintegrated and needed to be replaced

Volvo S60 in California, United States Nov 2009 - Jul 2011
Mar 2010 103000 mi	Had a problem with an intermittent check engine light flagged as the MAP sensor (P2207). Dealer said to fix, but independent mechanic that the code was in error.
Nov 2010 112500 mi US $400	Replaced all engine mounts, transmission mount, and subframe bushings as they were very badly worn out.
Mar 2011 125000 mi
Jun 2011 130000 mi US $150	Engine codes for the MAP sensor were returned once more. The shop ran some diagnostics and flashed the software, but car started exhibiting a new problem of occasional violent shaking. Shop said that this was an "old" problem, charged 150.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Mar 2009 - Apr 2012
May 2009 57000 mi US $800	Replaced struts and shocks and strut bushings.
Jul 2010 72000 mi US $350	Replaced radiator.
Apr 2012 93000 mi US $460	Replace master cylinder

Volvo S60 in California, United States May 2007 - Sep 2018
Oct 2008 31400 mi US $200	Gear/turbo upshifting from 2nd to 3rd gear causing a lurch during driving. The throttle body was cleaned and software updated. Bulb position failure was indicated. Dealer told me it was a simple lightbulb replacement so I decided to do it on my own. Clean throttle body and update fuel delivery software due to lag when shifting between 1st and second gear.
Feb 2009 35000 mi US $79	Drivers side headlight out - I couldn't replace it myself because the air filter was in the way. Transmission/turbo still "flaring" between 2nd and 3rd gear around 40 mph. The shop said it may be transmission related but he couldn't reproduce it during his test drive.
Mar 2013 70000 mi US $800	Alternator broken and replace
Nov 2015 106600 mi US $1300	Leaking oil from head gasket
Dec 2015 106000 mi US $1600	Front of car sounded like it was scrapping the ground. Control arm bushings were worn and needed replacing. Included realignment of car.
Oct 2016 115000 mi US $1133	Clogged crankcase breather system, cleaned out oil residue on engine block and oil pick-up tube/screen assembly which was clogged. Cleared camshaft solenoids and oil ports and replaced gaskets.
Feb 2017 119000 mi US $93	engine oil, oil filter and bulb socket
Aug 2018 137000 mi US $275	Front engine mount broken Shift Knob lever broke so car key could not be removed.

Volvo S60 in Maine, United States Apr 2007 - Jun 2013
Mar 2009 82000 mi US $400	Inside door handle of right rear door was not working. Turned out to be a broken cable inside door. Inside door handle of right rear door was not working. Turned out to be a broken cable inside door.
Oct 2009 95000 mi US $100	Engine mount bushings were worn out; new upper engine mounts (with new design) installed. Lower transmission mount bushing worn out. Mount replaced with new part of a new design.
Mar 2010 100000 mi US $1800	Broken driver's door handle. Cable had slipped inside door; reattached Lower control arm bushings worn out. New lower control arms installed. Repaired inside driver's door handle. Two new lower control arms.
Sep 2011 131000 mi US $1300	Front strut blown out on rough roads. Strut and other assorted suspension pieces replaced.
Mar 2012 141000 mi	Excessive travel in parking brake cables. Cables adjusted. Headlight wipers not functioning. Had them removed to meet Maine's inspection standards.
Jun 2012 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.
Dec 2012 156000 mi US $200	Bushing was worn in the front endlink, apparently a known Volvo problem. Endlink was under 1 year warranty from the shop, so I only paid for the bushings and the labor, the shop picked up the link cost.

Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada Apr 2004 - Dec 2014
May 2004 2790 mi	Replace front steering control arm bolts as per Volvo recall (Recall ID# 04V029000). Repair completed under warranty.
Mar 2005 16120 mi	Headlamp wiper motor replacement (Volvo climate package accessory). repair completed under warranty.
Nov 2006 29698 mi	Steering control arms replaced. Repair completed under warranty.
Feb 2007 31415 mi	Alternator replaced. Repair compledted under warranty.
Apr 2007 32860 mi C $60	Door locks reprogrammed to all open with one push of button.
Aug 2007 35340 mi	Replace driver side wiper arm Replace fuel pressure sensor (as per Volvo recall campaign # R181) due to faulty design. New fuel pressure sensor of modified design installed.
Oct 2007 37200 mi	Replaced window seal drivers door. Replaced window seal drivers door.
Dec 2007 38440 mi C $120	Worn suspension bearings. Worn suspension bearings.
Jan 2008 39680 mi C $73	Replaced cracked centre mount and speaker grille in dash. Replaced cracked centre mount and speaker grille in dash.
Apr 2008 41540 mi C $50	Replace driver side wiper arm
Nov 2008 48980 mi C $72	Replaced broken driver side wiper. Replaced broken driver side wiper.
Mar 2009 51460 mi C $274	Replacement of broken power folding mirror assembly. Replacement of broken power folding mirror assembly.
May 2009 55800 mi C $680	Replaced windshield. Volvo glass pits very easily, replaced with a PPG glass instead.
Jun 2009 57040 mi C $139	Replaced upper radiator cooling hose. Replaced upper radiator cooling hose.
Sep 2009 60140 mi C $250	Replace driver side ball joint Replace driver side ball joint
Jan 2010 64480 mi C $172	Replaced rear sway bar link arm, due to component failure. Replaced rear sway bar link arm, due to component failure.
Aug 2010 69440 mi C $168	Replaced passenger side rear shock. The original one had failed (loss of damping). Replaced passenger side rear shock. The original one had failed (loss of damping).
Jan 2011 73160 mi C $1600	Check engine light. MAF worn out. Mass air flow sensor replaced. During same visit found that PCV system was plugged. Entire PCV system replaced with new one. Check engine light. MAF worn out. Mass air flow sensor replaced.rnrnDuring same visit found that PCV system was plugged. Entire PCV system replaced with new one.rn
Jun 2011 78120 mi C $120	Replace drivers door check (arrests door when opening). Replace worn bolt on transmission mount. Replace drivers door check (arrests door when opening). Replace worn bolt on transmission mount.
Oct 2011 81840 mi C $1800	Replaced strut mounts, spring seats, and front control arms.
Apr 2012 88040 mi C $429	Replaced driver side front wheel bearing assembly
Sep 2012 93620 mi C $300	Replaced ignition lock cylinder. Original one was starting to stick when the key was turned.
Oct 2012 94240 mi C $600	replacement of worn engine mount. replacement of failed power steering system valve, fluid reservoir, and hose.
Mar 2013 100440 mi C $92	Replaced turbo control valve replaced rear e-brakes and cables. e-brake cable had broken, causing e-brake shoes to get damaged as well.
Jul 2013 103540 mi C $87	Replaced sway bar end links.
Nov 2013 105480 mi C $500	replaced front CV axles (both sides)
May 2014 107880 mi C $31	Repaired rattling roof trim pieces. Replaced broken plastic clips on roof trim. They had cracked on their own due to extremely cold winter. Repaired rattling roof trim pieces. Replaced broken plastic clips on roof trim. They had cracked on their own due to extremely cold winter.

Volvo S60 in Bulgaria May 2014 - Jun 2018
Jun 2014 71300 mi $85	Replacement of windshield washer pump Cleaning of throttle body

Volvo S60 in Georgia, United States May 2015 - May 2016
Apr 2016 178300 mi US $1200	Replace mass airflow sensor

Volvo S60 in New Jersey, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2010
Oct 2007 32000 mi	Car wouldn't start. 3rd time in 6 months its been towed to the shop because of computer problems, supposedly fixed this time.

Volvo S60 in Wisconsin, United States Sep 2007 - Sep 2009
Apr 2009 109000 mi US $710	A power steering hose had a leak and the power steering fluid reservoir had to be replaced as it had gotten damaged in some way.

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Volvo S60 in New Jersey, United States May 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 80000 mi US $185	replaced front rotors and pads old rotors had warped could not be turned

Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2014 - Nov 2017
Mar 2014 86800 mi	ECU module defective. replaced with brand new. ECU module reprogrammed
Dec 2014 95480 mi C $4400	Angle gear need to be replaced, leaking.rntransmission also leaking, seal need to be replace too.
Jun 2015 97960 mi C $300	replace tie rod due to leakage
Jun 2017 111600 mi C $230	replace both front lateral links

Volvo S60 in Michigan, United States Oct 2007 - Jun 2009
Dec 2007 21000 mi	New headlamp gasket
May 2008 28000 mi US $150	Rivet in passenger window assembly was broken.
Jun 2008 33000 mi US $135	Loose bumper cover - required new clip mount.
Apr 2009 42000 mi US $100	Headlight wipers failed simultaneously blowing fuse for motors and wiper spray motor. $918 estimate for repair

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Volvo S60 in South Africa Dec 2010 - Jun 2016
Feb 2012 102340 mi	Replace spring seats. REPLACED THE SEATS ON SHOCK ABSOBERS AND THE PLATES.
Dec 2013 119040 mi R 29537	Altenator making noise. Shock Absorber top mount (left), Control arms (both) Engine mount Radiator leaking, Brake pads

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Volvo S60 in Great Britain Sep 2009 - May 2012
Nov 2009 90000 mi £140	Seized rear brake caliper
Jan 2010 92000 mi	Sticking rear brake caliper
Mar 2010 94000 mi £500	Centre box hanger failure, repair part available from Volvo fitted.

Volvo S60 in Poland Sep 2009 - Mar 2011
Feb 2010 89900 mi $400	squeaks and noises from suspension

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Volvo S60 in Quebec, Canada Jul 2010 - Apr 2012
Sep 2010 66340 mi	Replaced front left hub Replaced right headlamp wiper motor Replaced lid latch wiring harness (p/n 8645057)
Nov 2011 75640 mi C $210	Replacement of right side front tie-rod end

Volvo S60 in British Columbia, Canada Jun 2010 - Oct 2011
Jul 2010 96100 mi C $550	Steering pump leaking, replaced with new part

Volvo S60 in Idaho, United States - Jul 2005
Jul 2005 30000 mi	The horn went out. The rear curb sensor went out.

Volvo S60 in Great Britain Oct 2010 - Mar 2018
Sep 2013 220000 mi £100	rubber gaitor to be replaced
Aug 2014 238700 mi £400	Intercooler replaced
Mar 2015 254000 mi £300	Front left driveshaft replaced
May 2015 256000 mi £350	Camshaft gasket replaced

Volvo S60 in Georgia, United States Nov 2011 - Jan 2014
Oct 2013 160800 mi US $100	Coil pack replaced
Jan 2014 165000 mi US $56	Coil pack went bad

Volvo S60 in Maryland, United States Jul 2011 - Jul 2013
Sep 2012 142000 mi US $260	Replaced front struts/rear shocks

Volvo S60 in Tennessee, United States Dec 2011 - Apr 2014
Apr 2012 185500 mi US $800	Replaced front struts, lower control arms, and rear shocks.
Jan 2013 181700 mi US $60	Failed ignition coil pack.
Jul 2013 208500 mi US $400	Replaced front struts.

Volvo S60 in New Jersey, United States Mar 2015 - Dec 2017
Dec 2017 190000 mi US $850	Replaced trans

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Mar 2009 - Oct 2015
Apr 2009 62000 mi	Right side mirror(glass) came unglued and fell off while driving on motorway.
Mar 2010 71000 mi	Right front tie-rod bushings worn out, replaced and re-aligned.
Dec 2012 104000 mi US $100	sway bar links, front, bushings worn out, replaced sway bar links.
Oct 2013 114500 mi US $250	Blower motor resistor failed, replaced.
Dec 2013 117000 mi US $430	cv boot cracked
May 2014 124000 mi US $164	left front cv boot split open, replaced complete cv drive shaft

Volvo S60 in Maryland, United States May 2011 - Jul 2011
Jul 2011 132000 mi US $900	New struts

Volvo S60 in Virginia, United States - Jan 2008
Jan 2008 78000 mi US $487	Service Light Indicator reset Replace brakes Comprehensive Check-up Bulb failure repair

Volvo S60 in California, United States Oct 2008 - Sep 2013
May 2008 83000 mi	Dashboard power supply relay broken, replaced relay under CPO warranty.
Aug 2010 142000 mi US $1180	Broken CEM (Central Electronic Module): Dashboard didn't start up, Gearbox used just couple of higher forward gears. CEM replaced, all problems fixed.
Dec 2010 147000 mi US $900	Power steering pump leaking, replaced Tie-rod worn, replaced
Sep 2011 155000 mi US $1150	Check engine light came on, fuel pressure sensor replaced Leaking rear shock, both replaced Backing plate scraped against brake in some conditions, reattached and solved
Apr 2012 160000 mi US $500	Engine mount broken
Sep 2013 167000 mi	Massive oil leak from rms

Volvo S60 in Florida, United States Mar 2008 - Jan 2011
Dec 2008 79379 mi US $329	CEL ECM130A, 250A, 350Z, replace MAF meter, fuel injection service, replace spark plugs, ECM & CEM software upgrade
May 2009 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
Oct 2010 109000 mi US $300	The car stalled 2 times while driving. It was first diagnosed as the battery issue. Driving a week later, it happened again and was diagnosed as fuel pressure sensor issue.

Volvo S60 in Alabama, United States May 2009 - Mar 2013
Feb 2013 173600 mi US $600	Fuel sensor failed

Volvo S60 in Maryland, United States May 2015 - Jun 2018
Oct 2017 266000 mi US $753	MAP sensor Ignition Lock Cylinder

Volvo S60 in North Carolina, United States May 2008 - Sep 2011
Sep 2008 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.
Jan 2010 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.
Jun 2011 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.
Sep 2011 80000 mi	developed another dash instrument panel failure - decided to dump the car after replacing some relays

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2018
Dec 2010 62000 mi US $189	Car made terrible noises when the steering wheel was turned at an extreme angle and the tire sounded as though it was rubbing when trying to turn an angle. The service shop inspected the car for noises and replaced a camber kit.
Nov 2012 65600 mi US $450	all four sway bar links needed to be replaced.
Jan 2013 66200 mi US $800	Ignition switch failed
Dec 2013 72000 mi US $80	muffler mounting brackets rusted through, replaced brackets.
May 2014 75000 mi US $240	Left front cv boot torn, replaced cv drive shaft
Jun 2016 95000 mi US $111	sway bar connecting link tie rod ends worn out. Had car in to dealer they missed this problem when they were inspecting car for noises coming from the front suspension.ended up repairing myself.
Sep 2016 98000 mi	right side strut support needed to be replaced

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Volvo S60 in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2008 - Sep 2008
Aug 2008 43000 mi	The glove box was never aligned properly and I wanted it fixed while under warranty. Also, the leather in the driver’s seat wore away from me “sliding in and out,” or so they said. For a $30k car, that was disappointing,

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Volvo S60 in Belgium Jun 2009 - Mar 2010
Aug 2009 49600 mi €2500	Clutch replacement. Mechanical failure.

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Volvo S60 in Great Britain Apr 2015 - Apr 2015
Apr 2015 117000 mi £350	Intermittent Lambda sensor fault code causing check engine warning light Lower suspension arm broken on O/S/F

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Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2010
Jun 2010 74000 mi	Inspection done by Volvo Certified Mechanic found top engine mount ($100). Inspection done by Volvo Certified Mechanic found upper spring seats ($300), inner tie rods ($375) and lower control arm bushing ($450). Work paid for by new owner.

Volvo S60 in California, United States May 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 82000 mi US $70	Bad front strut

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Volvo S60 in Colorado, United States Oct 2017 - Nov 2017
Nov 2017 119500 mi US $430	Knocking noise passenger front wheel area. Repair tie rod/s fixed problem.

Volvo S60 in Wisconsin, United States Dec 2012 - Oct 2014
Feb 2013 84100 mi US $1200	Instrument cluster failed.

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Volvo S60 in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2009 - Mar 2012
Jun 2009 82000 mi US $1050	Power Brake Booster Front and Rear brake pads and Rotors
Sep 2009 85000 mi US $400	2 engine Coil packs went bad
Jun 2010 95000 mi US $600	slight trany slip so did a full 12 qt. trans fluid flush.
Aug 2010 98858 mi US $400	Service Transmission Required and Check Engine Light came on at the same time.Car had hard shift in to 2nd and 3rd gear.Idle was unstable.Car felt like it was going to stall. Exhaust rear hangers rusted and fell off,out heat shield on exhaust fell apart.Catalytic converter flange at exhaust was rusted along with bolt holding it together. Service Transmission Required and Check Engine Light came on at the same time.Codes Intake air leak and Transmission service Car needed software update and Trany fluid flush for a 2nd time.Both codes have been reset.
Apr 2011 115800 mi US $300	Rear Hub assembly and bearing. Noise was getting loud and was worried about doing more damage.
Sep 2011 123000 mi US $700	The front drive strut failed noise when driving over any bump.replaced struts,spring seats and everything that goes with the front driver and passenger side struts.Also the control arms and ball joints on both passenger and driver side.

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Volvo S60 in Oregon, United States Apr 2011 - Apr 2012
Jul 2011 121000 mi US $2000	Steering rack went out. The rest of the suspension was also very worn.

Volvo S60 in Kentucky, United States Oct 2014 - Oct 2015
Oct 2015 124000 mi	Needed new radiator.

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Jun 2015 - Oct 2018
Mar 2015 191368 mi US $722	Upper front end bearing mounts, Struts and Links.
Aug 2015 192000 mi US $195	Engine cooling fan assembly would not shut ofrf. Had to replace the engine cooling fan assembly.
Nov 2015 192300 mi US $175	Had to replace the Monroe Struts with less than 1000 miles on them with another set. The 1st set of struts went bad. Free replacement parts but not free (Labor)installation.
Feb 2017 195000 mi US $1600	Replace blown lower seal. Also replace upper seal, timing belt and water pump.
Sep 2017 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.
Oct 2018 199000 mi	Battery died and am trying to recharge it.

Volvo S60 in Alberta, Canada Jan 2013 - Jul 2014
Sep 2013 148800 mi C $320	Replaced both outer tie rod ends. Alignment Replaced front and rear sway bar links.
May 2014 170500 mi C $80	Replaced right lower ball joint.

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Volvo S60 in South Carolina, United States Aug 2015 - Jul 2016
Aug 2015 148000 mi US $375	trans needed B4 cylindar updated and computer reprogram.
May 2016 157900 mi	Trans won't go into gear after solenoid problem diagnosed. Cost to replace used is $1700. B4 cyl was replaced no effect.

Volvo S60 in Oklahoma, United States Jun 2012 - Jan 2013
Dec 2012 76000 mi US $250	"Major engine service required" light came on. No other obvious problems. Dealer did software download.

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Volvo S60 in Romania May 2010 - Jul 2011
Jul 2011 74400 mi $400	replacement of the ac condenser

Volvo S60 in Michigan, United States Nov 2012 - Dec 2013
Mar 2013 159000 mi US $450	sway bar end links front spring seat (strut mounts0 upper torque mount

Volvo S60 in North Carolina, United States - Nov 2006
Nov 2006 45000 mi	Replaced Fuel Door hinge under warranty. Sounded like a common problem.

Volvo S60 in Virginia, United States Jun 2012 - Oct 2012
Oct 2012 102000 mi US $700	Replace right front axle. Mechanic didn't spline everything together correctly. Had to take back. Thought left one went bad but that didn't work, put old left one back in and then realize right one wasn't splined together correctly...

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Volvo S60 in South Africa Dec 2009 - May 2012
Sep 2009 57970 mi R 140	Replaced broken shift knob with new knob from dealer serviced Transmssion, replaced fluid 2X seviced power steering system, replaced fluid
Oct 2009 59149 mi R 90	Replaced top motor/torque mount
Feb 2012 76260 mi R 240	Fuel pump was leaking, I bought a new pump and replaced it. In the USA this is a dealer recall and done for free here in South Africa Volvo does not offer safety recalls or so I was told at the dealer

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2010 - Apr 2012
Aug 2011 104000 mi US $425	Replace map sensor, clear code. Oil change, filter and lubrication. Replace left and right side tail light bulbs.

Volvo S60 in Maryland, United States Feb 2015 - Jan 2017
Sep 2016 185000 mi US $64	inspection/repair lighting harness for the headlamp

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States May 2010 - Mar 2014
Dec 2010 97000 mi US $684	No problem exist, The S60 went in for a 97,000 mile maintenance check and they found that the high pressure driver side brake hose has some cracks in it. No need for concern at this time.
Jan 2011 100000 mi US $150	Car would not turn over or start. Turn out to be a frail wire to the starter.
Apr 2011 100000 mi US $650	The 03 S60 went in for inspection and found that the power steering pump hose was leaking it was replaced. Also the front brake high pressure hoses had signs of cracks. They were replaced.
Dec 2011 105000 mi US $1900	The mechanic found doing the maintenance that the water pump had a leak.
Feb 2014 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. also had a boot replaced.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Feb 2012 - Jun 2012
Feb 2012 101000 mi US $650	oil breather box check engine light front motor mount
May 2012 102000 mi US $250	Car would not shift. got transmission fluid overheating message and car went into failsafe mode. transmission had to be replaced ball joints failed wheels tried to knuckle under car on a corner siren kept repeatedly going off at night inside door handle broke had to have door panel replaced power steering pump and tensioner

Volvo S60 in Wisconsin, United States Sep 2010 - Aug 2013
Oct 2010 110800 mi US $1360	Replace A/C Compressor and all components. Replace A/C Compressor and all components.
Nov 2010 111300 mi	Car died - check eng light on - won't stay running. Replaced air sensor multiple times. Two rebuilts and then one not rebuilt -- don't know if OEM BUT right now it is still running. Car died - check eng light on - won't stay running. Winter/Weather button not working - not sure of repair
Jan 2013 124700 mi US $90	Oil pressure sensor said 'no oil pressure'; however gauge put on said pressure over normal. Sensor put back on... no problems since.
Apr 2013 136700 mi US $10	Car continually riddled with dieing at intersections no CE light. Rev engine for 1 min then stay running. Driving down hwy & CE light goes on - code for sensor BUT there is nothing wrong. The sensor was replaced w/ OEM.
May 2013 138000 mi US $300	Replace Resistor and Blower.
Aug 2013 140000 mi	Stalling problem never fixed. I could be going down the hwy at 75 and the check engine would come on - there would be nothing operational wrong w/ the vehicle. other times going through the city the light might come on and then at a stop engine would die.

Volvo S60 in Georgia, United States Mar 2010 - Mar 2016
Mar 2011 139000 mi US $900	Intermittent stalling, replaced air-oil separator. They said it was clogged and over pressuring the crankcase.
Aug 2013 191100 mi US $2400	Fuel pressure rail sensor. Camshaft seal leak. Sway bar bushing replaced. Torsion engine mounts.
Jun 2014 209000 mi US $450	Replace both passenger and driver CV axles.
Sep 2015 228000 mi US $450	Catalytic converter clogged. Replaces with aftermarket.

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Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Dec 2007 - Mar 2010
Jan 2008 64000 mi US $425	One of the sensors on the engine, it took one minute for him to put it on, but apparently I was paying an hour of labor to guarantee...whatever.

Volvo S60 in Great Britain Jun 2009 - Mar 2010
Jul 2009 91000 mi £50	rear swaybar link broken. replaced myself with new part.

Volvo S60 in Minnesota, United States Jun 2014 - Feb 2015
Jan 2015 US $50	A fuse was replaced!
Feb 2015 130000 mi	Fuel pump leak (?)

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Volvo S60 in California, United States Mar 2014 - Jul 2017
Nov 2014 135000 mi US $400	Spark plugs and ignition coil replacement
Jun 2017 167000 mi US $1500	Replaced struts

Volvo S60 in Indiana, United States Sep 2009 - Feb 2022
Nov 2009 78000 mi US $1300	Replaced timing belt, water pump, coolant, drive belt and had an alignment.
Jun 2012 104000 mi US $28	Evap Code being thrown. Researched and found that old rubber on gas cap was allowing vac leak. Replaced gas cap with new OEM and solved problem
Jun 2014 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.
Aug 2014 108000 mi US $150	Alignment, checked suspension and couldn't find source of noise Repaired and replace faulty tie-rod on front steering as well as refreshed the control arm bearing. Replaced the engine frame mount on the passenger side of K frame.
Jun 2017 108000 mi US $400	Replaced PCV hose and coolant line to engine due to worn and broken part in hose line. Removed most parts surrounding engine and replace all clamps and coolant hoses and gaskets.
Jul 2018 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.
May 2020 109000 mi US $400	Transmisson would hesitate going into Reverse from Drive selector

Volvo S60 in Oklahoma, United States Nov 2009 - Oct 2013
Jan 2010 118900 mi US $1250	Leaking fuel pump replaced.
Dec 2010 125000 mi US $252	Replaced strut pads, A-arms, left sway bar link, and steering rod. Performed front end alignment. Replaced cv joint boots, right side.
Aug 2011 133000 mi US $1100	Timing sprocket on end of camshaft had worked loose, generating check engine light. Timing belt replaced at same time
Jan 2012 117000 mi US $700	alternator shaft wear causing alarming noise and shedding metal dust
Jan 2013 149000 mi US $787	replace lower A-arms, front, both sides replaced damaged CV boot on right front axle
May 2013 153000 mi US $680	Front struts worn out, and broken right front strut pad.
Sep 2013 156000 mi US $120	Car developed large oil leak at intake cam seal. $700. While accessing intake cam seal, replaced original water pump as a preventative action. Check engine light illuminated and "Transmission Service Required" message appeared. Software update/upgrade was performed. Fluid level was slightly low, was filled to correct level. Fluid quality was checked and found O.K.
Oct 2013 156000 mi	Check engine light re-illuinated and repeat of transmission service required message. Dealer determined transmission solenoids going bad and recommended transmission replacement ($5,000). Car currently driveable, no telling how long before it isn't.

Volvo S60 in New Zealand Feb 2015 - Dec 2016
Jun 2015 115320 mi $30	Problem with shift flares and alarms with trans. remove solenoids, take apart and clean debris assemble and replace end cap. Refit to trans

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Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2008 - Aug 2010
Feb 2009 112000 mi US $50	Wrong coolant. Had it flushed and put Volvo stuff in.
Jul 2009 116000 mi	Replaced rear main seal.
Aug 2009 118000 mi US $1000	Replaced front control arms/bushings. Replaced rear shock mounts. Replaced all struts/shocks.
Dec 2009 124000 mi	Shop incorrectly installed owner-supplied rear-main-seal and refused to take responsibility for the part failing... After replacing the rear main seal, the axle fell out of the CV joint on the passenger's side rendering the car powerless.
Jun 2010 125000 mi US $700	Starter motor inconsistently not working. Was fixed by cleaning electrical connections. Inner tie-rods replaced due to being loose.

Volvo S60 in Illinois, United States Apr 2012 - Dec 2012
Apr 2012 113000 mi US $1000	Before cat O2 sensor and timing belt according to man. recs.

Volvo S60 in Michigan, United States Aug 2008 - Sep 2015
Jun 2009 110000 mi US $380	Turbo sensor
Oct 2013 147200 mi US $700	AC condenser replaced and recharged
Dec 2013 148000 mi	Leaking Pwr steering pump and rack and pinion. Estimated repair cost $1,500.
Jan 2014 148000 mi	Took vehicle to another repair shop. They tightened clamp, no power steering problem now. Filled the reservoir. No charge. Incredible.
Aug 2014 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.
Jun 2015 163000 mi US $10	Head lamp connector melted. Required a new connector kit (installed myself).

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2007 - May 2010
Aug 2008 89000 mi US $200	Upper spring and strut seat replaced.
Feb 2009 101000 mi US $1500	Old struts and shocks worn - replaced with Bilstein. Note - old struts wore quicker because car was lowered and they were original. Tie rods replaced.
May 2009 108000 mi US $100	TCV (waste gate solenoid) starting to fail. Replaced with IPD Heavy Duty TCV in anticipation of further modifications
Jun 2009 110000 mi US $2000	Slave Cylinder failed at 109,000 miles. Clutch, slave cylinder, throwout bearing replaced. Flywheel resurfaced.
Jul 2009 111000 mi US $100	CEL and hesitation. MAP sensor repaired 100 dollars and less than 1 minute
Aug 2009 115000 mi US $250	spring seats with only 10k failed - manufacturing issue - mechanic paid for 1/3rd (full price of parts) owned paid for labor.
Mar 2010 129000 mi US $200	Drivers side door handle did not open door - repair required replacement of entire door panel - mechanic repaired utilizing zip ties at fraction of cost.

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Volvo S60 in California, United States Sep 2010 - Jan 2012
Oct 2010 106000 mi US $1000	Alternator failed
Jan 2011 107700 mi US $1000	Replaced front struts and strut bushings
Aug 2011 117000 mi	Noise - a bit like a vacuum leak - mostly from drivers side. Steering column boot came loose. Noise - a bit like a vacuum leak - mostly from drivers side. Steering column boot came loose.

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2010 - Nov 2015
Mar 2010 72000 mi US $300	Front wheel bearing hub replacement
Feb 2011 80000 mi US $200	Side marker light Engine mount
Jan 2012 88000 mi US $250	Replaced inner tie rod and rubber boot.
Oct 2012 96200 mi US $31	Replaced gas cap with faulty gasket.
Dec 2014 117000 mi US $750	Replace fuel pump
Jul 2015 120000 mi US $300	replace starter

Volvo S60 in Washington, United States Jan 2007 - Nov 2009
Feb 2007 51472 mi US $333	upper engine strut replacement left rear door lock assembly internal malfunction,replaced lock
Dec 2007 64435 mi	radiator leak.Replaced radiator
Dec 2008 79239 mi	replaced worn RF sway bar link.covered under extended warranty
Oct 2009 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.

Volvo S60 in Kentucky, United States Nov 2015 - Dec 2015
Dec 2015 101000 mi	The ABS Failure Lamp has illuminated, as well as the Check Engine Lamp. Car was taken to dealer. Front drivers side wheel has a "strange, subdued vibration while driving". It's like driving over really flat pillows.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2011
Apr 2009 88000 mi US $425	Rocker arm front and rear bushing on front suspension.
Sep 2009 91000 mi US $120	oil leak at turbo oil inlet
Jun 2010 101000 mi US $130	Front end rattle when driving over rough surface. Outer tie rod and end links where replaced due to wear.
Oct 2010 103000 mi US $223	Replaced failed alternator. For preventive maintenance replaced serpentine belt and tensioner at the same time.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Jan 2008 - Mar 2010
Dec 2009 140000 mi US $48500	Needed automatic transmission replaced.

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Volvo S60 in Washington, United States Nov 2010 - Mar 2013
Dec 2010 87000 mi US $295	Gas filler door fell off, when opened in our driveway. Therefore it was recovered undamaged, but required parts to re attach it.
Mar 2011 88000 mi US $740	Drivers heated seat failed; not repaired due to cost
Mar 2013 99000 mi	Driver's heated seat did not work. Suspension worn out.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Jan 2008 - May 2008
Feb 2008 64000 mi US $781	Column lock replacement. Safety interlock cable replacement.
Mar 2008 64000 mi US $800	Oil leak at turbo seal.

Volvo S60 in Colorado, United States Nov 2011 - Feb 2016
Jun 2015 134000 mi US $800	Inner tie rods needed replaced. Caused need for new tires as well
Feb 2016 156000 mi US $250	Dash Cluster went out shop replaced using part I bought of Ebay

Volvo S60 in Minnesota, United States Aug 2011 - Sep 2011
Sep 2011 133000 mi US $1700	Tie rod worn out, struts leaking.

Volvo S60 in British Columbia, Canada Jun 2012 - Jun 2013
Jul 2012 76260 mi	Starting 110k, would not shift smoothly to 4th and 5th gear. the est. repair cost by a trust worthy independent mechanic was $2,8000CAD.
Nov 2012 76880 mi C $3300	Done a transmission overhaul to repair the problem shifting into 4th gear. 3,300 later, now the entire car kicks violently shifting when slowing down to turn and then accelerating halfway through the turn.
Jun 2013 76880 mi	in last transmission overhaul, mechanic introduced a mis fire whenever shifting down from 2nd to 1st then immediately back up to 2nd. did the overhaul again replacing control board and now it is much smoother, problem still exists. AC was not cooling the cabin, so setting the climate control would cause the AC to pump unceasingly, creating a very loud cabin.

Volvo S60 in Illinois, United States Apr 2011 - Jul 2011
Jun 2011 75000 mi US $735	Electrical system failed while driving, towed to the shop. Battery and alternator replaced.

Volvo S60 in British Columbia, Canada Jan 2011 - Sep 2016
Feb 2011 168640 mi	Intermittent CPU fault causing car to go into reduced power mode AWD system has stopped functioning no drive to rear wheels
Mar 2011 168640 mi C $250	Noise in the right front suspension. Right front spring mount replaced.
May 2012 174820 mi C $85	Turbo pressure solenoid changed
Oct 2012 177940 mi	The S60 has problems again with the turbo boost control so I am letting her sleep for a while.
Oct 2014 182880 mi C $600	installed rebuilt instrument cluster Turbo surging. I put in a Turbo control valve from IPD.
Dec 2014 186000 mi	Hoses loose on turbo triggered engine fault light.
Apr 2015 188480 mi C $1200	New fuel pump and filter New turbo hose
Oct 2015 193420 mi C $300	replaced an ignition coil
Nov 2015 194680 mi C $397	Left Front ball joint AWD Haldex System no power to back wheels
Feb 2016 198840 mi C $180	replaced front and rear sway bar links replaced resonator

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Volvo S60 in Wisconsin, United States Jul 2008 - Mar 2010
Aug 2008 70000 mi US $450	1 front stabalizer bar and the 2 rear stabalizer bars needed replacing.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Nov 2013 - Aug 2018
Dec 2013 184000 mi US $1100	Left and Right tie rod ends, lower control arms and upper spring seals were replaced.
Apr 2014 188200 mi US $3214	Out right axle boots were torn and replaced, as were the inner and outer CV boots Lower mounts had collapsed and needed to be replaced.
Aug 2014 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. Check engine lamp illuminated. "Scanned for stored DTCS, Found ECM-4201 3 way catalytic converter efficiency. Replaced Catalytic Converter and both Oxygen Sensors. This seems to be a recurring problem of late: Engine mounts. Car has almost 200,000 miles on it and recently I've been having issues with the wear on these parts. Replaced lower torque mount.
Apr 2017 253975 mi US $2326	Experiencing a coolant leak. Had to replace the radiator, radiator hoses (upper and lower) and the thermostat
Aug 2018 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. Windshield wipers replaced. Broken gear shift knob (on console) replaced. Replace motor mounts. Replace loose tie rods, ball joint and steering rod Two new tires.

Volvo S60 in Arizona, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2013
May 2010 65000 mi US $1200	Suspension seats replaced
Nov 2010 73000 mi US $150	Moonroof not functioning properly. Moonroof modesty panels were replaced.
May 2011 80000 mi US $1300	Power steering pump leaking and drain hose were leaking. Problem repaired with replacement parts.
Jul 2012 96500 mi US $700	Right-side engine mounts failed, replaced all failed engine mounts.
Jun 2013 105000 mi US $500	Hose for air conditioning broke.

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Volvo S60 in Tennessee, United States Feb 2009 - Mar 2014
Sep 2011 141000 mi US $2300	Replaced front struts and upper spring seats. Rear struts and lower ball joints, swaybar links, control arms front lower. Wheel alignment

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Volvo S60 in Quebec, Canada Mar 2010 - Jul 2013
Oct 2010 85560 mi C $500	wheel bearings had to be changed along with oil and tires
Oct 2011 97960 mi C $1600	replace clutch repair damaged ABS sensor
May 2012 99700 mi C $1000	Replace ball joint assembly

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Jan 2010 - May 2011
Nov 2010 75000 mi	battery changed, 8 and half year old, original
Jan 2011 75300 mi US $3600	various items, mainly the front wheel suspension and power steering mechanisms need repair.

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Volvo S60 in California, United States Sep 2015 - Sep 2015
Sep 2015 144000 mi US $600	sway bar had to be replaced

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Nov 2008 - Sep 2016
Feb 2010 99000 mi US $800	Bad Oxygen Sensor, decided to replace both
Apr 2011 109000 mi US $8	Thermostat stuck open so engine was not reaching operating temp..replaced thermostat gasket on gas cap had numerous cracks resulting in evaporative emissions leak error message..replaced gas cap with aftermarket
Jan 2012	Thermostat was reading hot but engine was not overheated.
Jun 2012 124000 mi US $1500	AC Compressor seized, replaced compressor, drier, evacuator and recharge system
Sep 2012 128000 mi	Condenser leaking
Nov 2012 129700 mi	Radiator leaking near upper radiator hose. Diagnosed a hairline crack in the radiator
Dec 2013 143000 mi US $16	Passenger side turn signal socket went bad. Replaced with new OEM socket.
Jan 2015 134800 mi US $20	Security alarm module was bad. Purchased used module on ebay and had independent shop do the install. Ambient Air Temp Sensor was bad causing check engine light to come on.
Jun 2015 156000 mi US $155	Driver Information Module Failed. Rebuilt at independent shop.
Sep 2016 164000 mi	Airbag light came on.

Volvo S60 in Tennessee, United States Feb 2013 - Sep 2014
Sep 2014 99000 mi	Electronic throttle control failed and engine computer failed as well. Sold car for parts.

Volvo S60 in Connecticut, United States Feb 2008 - Feb 2014
Nov 2008 120000 mi US $550	Oil drain plug female threads stripped. Heli-coil insert installed.
Dec 2008 121000 mi US $17	Left headlight replaced.
Jun 2010 136000 mi US $1985	Both front strut, upper and lower bushing/ball joints Rusted out exhaust hanger replaced
Jul 2010 136000 mi US $941	Alternator failed and had to be replaced
Aug 2010 137000 mi US $240	Drivability problems coming out of shop from alternator repair and CEL came on. Dealer said needed to clean throttle body. CEL light still on, but drives OK
Feb 2011 139000 mi US $1010	Rear struts and bearing plates, plus 4 wheel alignment. 5 spark plugs - no problem....never replaced in 139K
Sep 2012 147000 mi US $1600	Replaced catalytic converter and O2 sensor. CEL kept coming on and would not have passed emissions inspection. Like the car and wanted to keep it, but expensive repairs are a real issue.
Mar 2013 147000 mi US $400	O2 sensor broken upper motor mount
Aug 2013 149300 mi US $741	Replaced both front lower control arms. Replaced missing bolt in the rear control arm

Volvo S60 in California, United States Oct 2014 - Jul 2016
Nov 2014 100700 mi US $610	Wiring from central electronic control module was severed. Short was found, wires battery and spark plugs replaced.
Mar 2015 104000 mi US $270	minor transmission leak from axle seals. also passenger axle had a dislocated joint. replaced axle and both seals.
Jul 2016 108000 mi	both front door handles came undone, doors could only be opened from outside

Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada Jul 2013 - Aug 2017
May 2015 246140 mi C $350	Front spring mounts and sway bar links

Volvo S60 in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2011 - Jul 2013
Sep 2011 97000 mi US $300	Replaced EVAP Purge Valve; also replaced fuel pump as part of a recall.
Mar 2012 103000 mi US $1600	Fast idle. Replaced vacuum elbow. Adjusted and aimed headlights Replaced right front inner steering arm. Steering arm had play. Replaced left front ball joint Left front control arm bushings were found to be worn out; replaced. Worn out serpentine belt tensioner was replaced.
Apr 2012 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.
Dec 2012 110000 mi US $400	Power steering pump made rattling noise. Pump was replaced with warrantied used pump. Replaced power steering fluid as well.
Jan 2013 109800 mi US $300	Parking brake suddenly locked up on one wheel during shopping trip. Car towed to dealer, found parking brake pads had delaminated. Replaced parking brake shoes and cables on both wheels and adjusted.

Volvo S60 in Florida, United States Aug 2010 - Jul 2021
Sep 2010 78000 mi	Driver side door handle not functioning. Originally repaired with wire holding mechanism in broken clip. Repaired permanently with cotter pin after drilling into broken clip and glue on other side.
Jul 2011 82000 mi US $30	Vacuum leak discovered at original gas cap. Gas cap replaced.
Sep 2011 83000 mi	Service Alarm System. Alarm goes off with key fob but not when locked door is opened from inside. Needs new module.
Mar 2015 97000 mi US $560	Left turn signal with bright switch not functioning. All 5 solenoids and spark plugs needed to be replaced.
Jul 2015 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.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Sep 2011 - Jun 2018
Aug 2012 115600 mi	Started smelling gas. Recall fuel pump replaced. CAR WOULDNT START
Nov 2013 124100 mi US $5400	I mentioned when going over pothole (etc) car would feel like I was driving on ice or oil for a second or two. my tires were bad, sd I was going to get new ones. Only changed oil. Next day I got 4 new tires and technician told me drivers side wheel was loose and wobbley, told me to go straight to shop and get it fixed. Ball joint broken. I had both front ones replaced.

Volvo S60 in Florida, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 111000 mi US $850	Right Fr. wheel bearing bad. while inspecting they found left frt. CV boots bad, so replaced and repacked
Nov 2010 119000 mi	hood cable broke, dealer ordered parts, I installed

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States May 2009 - Nov 2012
Jun 2009 82000 mi US $600	Axle Replacement
Nov 2012 105000 mi US $200	Transmision Flush

Volvo S60 in North Carolina, United States Jan 2009 - Jun 2011
Feb 2009 119000 mi US $240	Car smells of gas and sometimes comes to complete stall. But also, I had the timing belt replaced and the service guy did it incorrectly and had to correct it. A sensor (actually 2 of them now, different ones) was replaced also, but problem still exists.
May 2009 123000 mi	Check engine light on. Service tech says problem with ANOTHER SENSOR due to temperature sensor which controls fuel mixture..but not sure. I feel car needs new ETM , after online investigation. Appt with Volvo dealership 2 follow this Tuesday. 6/09/09
Jun 2009 125000 mi	Volvo dealership ran sweep test, which indicates ETM failure, but car DID NOT fail test.(but is indicating failure symptoms). They did software upgrade which is basically an override. Air bag warning light on. Not fixed, but it went out on its own. Heard noise in front end upon turning. Was told it may be cv joint or axle. was asked to come back but have not done so yet.
Nov 2009 127000 mi	Car was bumping terribly, especially if a passenger was in car. Mechanic says it is the rim. I replaced it, but it is still not totally smooth. Am waiting for tires to see if that is the fix.
Jan 2010 129000 mi US $1733	Replaced power steering cable, right axle,& bushings. So the axle was the problem with the bumping in front end. (my past mechanics are idiots or just lazy) 1000 dollars in parts alone! Very strong gas odor since I bought car in 2008. Replaced fuel pump.
Jun 2010 135000 mi US $365	A/C doesnt work. Compressor problem etc ?? $1400 to fix, so on hold..
Oct 2010 140000 mi US $193	check engine light on warned of car overheating. but it was hopefully loose wires going to sensor giving a faulty reading.. also some hoses were cracked and replaced. oil change included in price of repair.car surges at times using cruise
Mar 2011 147600 mi	Check engine light which seems to be a permanent fixture on dash comes on and am told I need a thermostat.. Light goes off,, no repair... car still making noises in front end even after axle replacement.... gee.s.ss.s

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2008 - Mar 2009
Jan 2009 185000 mi US $1200	Regulator failed, damaged alternator and battery.
Mar 2009 185000 mi US $550	Front End Links repaired (this has been a huge nuisance, needed every 45K or so.) $250. Engine Torsion Shock Mount (top) $300.

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Volvo S60 in Great Britain May 2008 - Mar 2010
Aug 2008 76000 mi	The drivers side front driveshaft broke, This was due to collapsed ball joints in both of the CV Joints in that driveshaft.

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Volvo S60 in Alabama, United States Dec 2010 - Sep 2015
Feb 2011 155000 mi US $900	had to replace manifold and catalytic converter kept cost down by not using a volvo part
Jul 2011 157500 mi US $3200	rebuild of transmission
Jan 2012 166000 mi US $330	cracked cv boot
Dec 2013 174000 mi US $1100	thermostat replacement and oxygen sensor replacement also fixed an computer problem w/ the rear brake lights.
Sep 2015 180000 mi	tranmission failing, traded car in.

Volvo S60 in Arizona, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2010
Sep 2009 129000 mi US $149	Transmission not shifting smoothly, upgrade transmission firmware- some improvement-not fixed.

Volvo in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2007 - Mar 2010
Feb 2007 66000 mi US $200	passenger window skipped track

Volvo S60 in Kentucky, United States May 2009 - Mar 2010
Jun 2009 99000 mi US $250	ball joints and lower control arms

Volvo S60 in Kentucky, United States May 2008 - Mar 2010
Jun 2008 79000 mi US $700	Alternator was replaced

Volvo S60 in Illinois, United States Jun 2009 - Aug 2009

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Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2010 - Jun 2011
Oct 2010 63860 mi C $1100	Both upper and lower control arms and bushings were replaced.

Volvo S60 in Jamaica May 2013 - Jan 2014
Nov 2013 33060 mi $4680	Car could not change gears. Transmission replaced. Throttle body also defective but not replaced.

Volvo S60 in Idaho, United States Jan 2012 - Jan 2015
Nov 2012 164031 mi US $1224	CamShaft Seal Timing Belt W/ Tensioners and Rolers Oil Trap Hose's Breather
Aug 2013 168000 mi US $793	A/C Compressor A/C O-Ring
Nov 2013 174659 mi US $897	Lower Control Arm
Dec 2014 185775 mi US $568	Radiator

Volvo S60 in Malaysia Jan 2010 - Sep 2014
Dec 2010 87420 mi	1) boot unable to open 2) driver door latch broke
Sep 2011 98580 mi $200	Problem resolved itself after several days. Could have been caused by bad contact or moisture.
Nov 2011 99820 mi $1600	Loss of power experienced after more than 30 minute drive or when hot. Checked MAF sensor, replaced Manifold intake sensor. Replaced heater hoses. Problem remains.
Jan 2012 104160 mi $4000	Transmission failed and replaced. Later replaced two more times under warranty.
Oct 2012 104780 mi $2000	Engine power loss when warm,wiring harness replaced, ignition coil replaced,ECU repaired,all sensors checked and replaced. Finally traced to a relay type valve above the camshaft.
Feb 2013 105980 mi $150	Replaced failed turbo intake hose.
Dec 2013 114080 mi $875	Trans fluid contaminated because of broken breather valve. Drained and refilled 4 times. Breather valve was replaced. Heater under dashboard leaking. Heater hoses were bypassed.
Apr 2014 115720 mi $350	Alternator failed.

Volvo S60 in Great Britain Mar 2009 - Jun 2018
Aug 2017 168000 mi £1000	Replacement front struts. Replacement ETM

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States - Jul 2016
Jul 2016 103000 mi US $87	Replaced alternator.

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Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010 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.

Volvo S60 in South Carolina, United States Aug 2007 - Sep 2010
Nov 2007 113000 mi US $1045	Car was rattling and squeaking over bumps, especially when cold. Replaced struts and mounts on both sides. Also power steering hose was leaking and was replaced (have had 4 hoses and several clamps over a couple of years - I suspect a poor design puts pr
May 2008 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.
Jun 2008 127000 mi US $1100	Compressor clutch was bad. Replaced compressor and drying unit.
Sep 2008 128000 mi US $57	Low oil pressure. None registered on stick. Did oil change. Seems to be burning oil.
Dec 2008 131000 mi	Loose connection in frt suspension caused loud scraping/grinding noise. Sounded like the wheel would fly off any minute. Shop tightened everything up and noise went away. 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.
Mar 2009 138000 mi	Check engine light. Code was for low turbo boost. Not repaired ($$$). Also burning oil. Light comes on when you are already 3-4 qts low. Added 2 qts last mo, 3 qts this month. No puddle. Shop ordered valve seals, assumes leak.??? Car pulls sharply right. Went for alignment 3 times, but computer shows not out of alignment. Seems to be steering or suspension. Going through tires fast. Shop had no solution. Got rotors turned to make sure no dragging, but didn't help.
Jun 2009 139000 mi US $10	Warning: coolant low, stop safely ASAP. This has happened a few times. Added coolant, but can't tell where I'm losing it. Also burning a lot of oil, so adding several qt between changes.
Jan 2010 US $600	Replaced front control arm parts with used ones from the junkyard. Were replaced with new when car was younger, but they bent again. Went cheap this time. Ready to sell.

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Volvo S60 in California, United States Mar 2011 - Jan 2013
Apr 2011 125700 mi US $350	fuel pump leaking and was replaced. about a year later got a recall notice from volvo. could smell gas when stopped

Volvo S60 in Colorado, United States Sep 2011 - Mar 2014
Dec 2011 84000 mi US $5	Repair leaking o-ring seal for Fuel Level Sender [driver-side unit; 2 in these cars}; gas 'smell' when FULL tank [unit is mounted below highest level of gas in tank when full]; sender may need replacement in future, as reading intermittent.
Jun 2012 88000 mi US $50	lower ball joint replaced passenger side
Jul 2012 88200 mi US $50	inner tie rods needed replacement [alignment shop noted they were slightly wearing before aligning].... removal harder than usual!!!
Jan 2013 84800 mi US $175	INNER CV JOINTS 'LOOSE' CAUSING VIBRATION AT ALL SPEEDS WHILE ONLY UNDER LOAD [GIVING IT GAS];COASTING/OFF GAS PEDAL NO VIBRATION... REPLACED BOTH JUST IN CASE [PSSGR SIDE MOST PLAY].
Jul 2013 90200 mi	trans clutch error code; software update...

Volvo S60 in Great Britain Feb 2011 - May 2012
Jun 2011 49000 mi £60	Rumbling noise from front suspension on everything except a perfectly smooth road. Stabiliser arm on o/s/f replaced because of excess movement in top ball joint.

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Volvo S60 in Michigan, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2011
Dec 2010 132000 mi US $1500	Engine had a crack in block between cylinders 4 and 5. Entire engine replaced with used long block.

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Nov 2007 - Jan 2010
Dec 2007 114000 mi	Tranny went out.
Jan 2010 120000 mi	Alternator

Volvo S60 in Oregon, United States Apr 2009 - Jun 2018
May 2009 110000 mi US $200	Transmission overhauled. Removed and rebuilt by myself after much study. Spent over $1800 on parts and another $400 on machine work. did 100k mile tuneup with timing belt, thermo, accessory belt, pulleys, etc. Turbo control solenoid replaced. Transmission overhauled. Removed and rebuilt by myself after much study. Spent over $1800 on parts and another $400 on machine work. Turbo control solenoid replaced.
Jan 2010 118700 mi US $115	Turbo control solenoid replaced.
Jul 2010 126000 mi US $40	Left front control arm bushing. Right side had previously been replaced. Symptoms include car pulling side to side on unlevel road surface, pulling one way when braking, the other when accelerating, increased tire wear. Left front control arm bushing. Right side had previously been replaced. Symptoms include car pulling side to side on unlevel road surface, pulling one way when braking, the other when accelerating, increased tire wear.
Oct 2010 128000 mi US $550	Replaced the Throttle Control Module (TCM), aka Electonic Throttle Module (ETM) with an Xemodex reman unit. Uses a contactless sensor that doesn't wear. Volvo extnd. warranty is hard to qualify for...latest software trys to mask the prob. Replaced the Throttle Control Module (TCM), aka Electonic Throttle Module (ETM) with an Xemodex reman unit. Uses a contactless sensor that doesn't wear. Volvo extnd. warranty is hard to qualify for...latest software trys to mask the prob.
Jun 2011 136000 mi US $30	Replaced right inner tie rod end which had slight play.
Mar 2013 150000 mi US $200	Finally found polyurethane control arm bushings, ordered from UK. Ride is finally how it should be. No more pull left right from grooved pavement or when shifting from acceleration to braking.
Jan 2014 124800 mi US $300	Brake booster leaking inside the car. Makes a hissing sound. I have the new one and new fluid but haven't done the job yet. Should be relatively straightforward.
May 2014 159000 mi US $200	Plastic side of radiator split. Radiator and coolant replaced. Pain in the butt getting it in and out.
Sep 2015 175000 mi	Oil leaking onto #3 spark plug from oil change spill or pcv leakage causing rough startup/misfire. Cleaned plug/coil.
May 2016 183900 mi US $200	Head gasket replaced. Had been burning a small amount of coolant and running rough. Used new head bolts. New seals on oil cooler, turbo coolant and oil lines, camshafts. PCV box cleaned, a couple new pcv lines.

Volvo S60 in North Carolina, United States Jul 2008 - Jun 2010
Apr 2009 163000 mi US $100	I replaced the Mass Air Flow Sensor. Bought off the internet for $100 and DIY.
Feb 2010 170000 mi US $414	CEL code P0422 replaced Cat. Problem remained, had misdiagnosed. Installed plugs, replaced coil #3 - Problem was not solved. Volvo changed Mass Air Sensor in 15 minutes and charged me $152 labor $261 parts.
Mar 2010 171000 mi US $1225	Car rode very rough. They replaced all 4 sway bar links as well as sway bar from volvo cause volvo said it was the only way to get the front sway bar bushings,they also replaced the inner tie rod, as well as 4 new tires and alignment and balance

Volvo S60 in Ohio, United States May 2012 - Jun 2012
Jun 2012 147000 mi	Added Shims to A/C clutch on compressor. Compressor would not engage when it reached operating temperature.

Volvo S60 in Ohio, United States Mar 2010 - Jul 2011
Apr 2010 118000 mi US $200	new radiator / leak replaced engine breather system
Feb 2011 130000 mi US $50	replaced radiator hose - layout is bad. frame rail cut into rubber of hose. Took more time to find leak than to fix.

Volvo S60 in Minnesota, United States Apr 2012 - Dec 2013
Dec 2013 276000 mi	The Volvo was running and probably needed a lot of TLC, but no major problems. It was donated to a charity which will repair it and resell it or just sell it as is.

Volvo S60 in California, United States Mar 2010 - May 2011
Jun 2010 174000 mi US $272	Full transmission flush required after experiencing transmission slips. Check engine light came on, and "transmission svc. req." msg appeared. Previous flush was >53K miles. Flush fixed problem.
May 2011 187000 mi	Transmission needed to be replaced, and would have cost more than the car is worth. Decided to register it as non-operational.

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Volvo S60 in Alberta, Canada Apr 2011 - Jun 2019
May 2011 115940 mi C $140	Right rear shock absorber failing; replaced rear shocks with OEM equivalent parts. replaced front swaybar endlinks
Jun 2011 117800 mi C $1500	Clutch replacement - disc, pressure plate, release bearing, slave cylinder, rear main seal
Aug 2011 120040 mi C $300	Noise from rf cv joint - replaced axle shaft with aftermarket part
Sep 2011 122760 mi C $40	Replaced broken/failing trunk lid struts with aftermarket parts.
Nov 2011 124620 mi C $160	replacement of driver's side axle shaft replaced left side axle shaft
Feb 2012 126480 mi C $150	Right side outer tie-rod worn. Replaced inner and outer tie-rods. Alignment not yet performed. Worn transmission mount - replaced.
Apr 2012 127080 mi C $100	replaced ball joints
Jul 2012 129260 mi C $150	replaced defectivea aftermarket right side axle shaft to address vibration under load - repeat of repair from last year
Aug 2012 130200 mi C $500	Replaced original exhaust system with "cat back" aftermarket system. Outer shell of the front resonator had come off entirely, and the muffler was cracked and rusted through in a couple of spots. It failed very slowly, over a period of about three years.
Jul 2014 150740 mi C $300	Leaking water pump; water pump replaced. Intermittent headlight failure; cracked headlight lens (from stone). Replaced wiring connector for low beam bulb; replaced headlight lens with aftermarket part.
Dec 2014 156860 mi C $40	replaced driver's side swaybar endlink.
Jun 2015 162440 mi C $160	Regular brake pad replacement necessitated replacement of front brake calipers and flex hoses - caliper seals started leaking when pistons were pushed back. Three year old tie rods had low quality seals; wear was occurring; replaced with better quality parts before any risk of failure.
Nov 2015 166160 mi C $215	Replaced front (upstream) oxygen sensor. Replaced front (upstream) oxygen sensor.
Oct 2016 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)
Sep 2017 175460 mi C $150	Replaced mass airflow sensor.

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Volvo S60 in North Carolina, United States Jul 2007 - Dec 2007
Nov 2007 127000 mi US $412	Bad wheel bearing
Dec 2007 127000 mi US $400	Car was traded in for a different make and model. Due to continued high repair cost, I traded for a low mileage Acura TSX.

Volvo S60 in New Zealand Nov 2009 - Mar 2015
Apr 2011 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.

Volvo S60 in Florida, United States Jun 2013 - Aug 2014
Jul 2013 139500 mi	Catalytic converter needs to be replaced badly. Yet I can't afford it.
Sep 2013 142000 mi US $250	One of the I think five ignition things needed to be replaced.
Aug 2014 148000 mi	Catalytic converter needed to be replaced.

Volvo S60 in Florida, United States Dec 2013 - Dec 2015
Dec 2014 246000 mi US $200	replaced engine coils

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States May 2007 - Mar 2008
Sep 2007 116000 mi US $755	Right Control Arm Bushing failed due to oil leaking from a $3 gasket above it. Right front strut going out, makes constant noise. Brake pedal position sensor became faulty. Caused cruise control to only work intermittently and displayed a message, "Engine System Service Required."
Feb 2008 130000 mi	The rear shocks and front struts all needed replacing and the estimate was somewhere around $1300 at an independent shop. I declined the work and traded it in.

Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada Jun 2007 - Mar 2010
Jul 2007 78120 mi	Defective wheel bearing
Oct 2007 83080 mi C $30	Transmission failure due to gear slippage in gears 1, 2, and 3 (repair replaced the planetary gears and associated parts). Thermostat failure.
Nov 2007 83080 mi C $60	Turbo Control Valve defective
May 2008 93620 mi	Sway bar end links were bad and needed replacing (both sides). Driver side inner tie rod end defective. Parts purchased for install in June.
Aug 2008 96720 mi C $130	Replaced driver side inner tie rod end.
Dec 2008 102300 mi	Power steering leak/groan. Problem is a slow leaking power steering pump that will be replaced at a later date.
Feb 2009 103540 mi C $100	Leaking power steering pump - replacement required. 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.
Mar 2009 104160 mi	Leaking driver side strut.
Jun 2009 105400 mi C $200	Bad outer tie rods

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2011 - Dec 2013
Aug 2012 155900 mi US $330	replaced control arm
Jun 2013 173000 mi US $2500	needed catalytic converter control arm bushings

Volvo S60 in California, United States Feb 2015 - Jun 2016
Jun 2015 93000 mi US $350	Failed front spring seats. Spring seats and bearings were replaced. Known issue with this generation of Volvos.
May 2016 106000 mi US $15	Thermostat failed. Was replaced.

Volvo S60 in South Carolina, United States Oct 2013 - Nov 2014
Nov 2014 186000 mi US $240	Dead alternator replaced. Failed coil pack replaced.

Volvo S60 in Western Australia, Australia Aug 2009 - Mar 2013
Nov 2012 84940 mi A $1100	Removed and replaced alternator

Volvo S60 in Texas, United States Jul 2009 - Jul 2013
Aug 2009 89000 mi US $345	Replaced right front strut and checked alignment. Strut was making a low-pitched clunking sound.

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Volvo S60 in Illinois, United States Jan 2009 - Mar 2010
Mar 2009 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.

Volvo in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2007 - Dec 2007
Jul 2007 88000 mi US $650	Alternator died - determined faulty and replaced by dealership.
Nov 2007 95000 mi US $4000	TOTAL transmission failure. Rebuild uneconomical - new transmission needed and installed.

Volvo S60 in Illinois, United States Jun 2009 - Jan 2010
Sep 2009 89000 mi US $50	Support brace for the exhaust tip broke. Welded repair completed

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Volvo S60 in California, United States Nov 2007 - Mar 2010
Dec 2007 102000 mi	Heater core replacement Car stalls at all stops, CE light and emission service system required message

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Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2008 - Jan 2010
Aug 2009 110000 mi	exhaust clamp broke, my mechanic fixed if for free
Jan 2010	Transmission failed, got rid of car.

Volvo S60 in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2009 - Jun 2011
Oct 2009 72000 mi US $650	broken exhaust pipe hanger

Volvo S60 in New York, United States Mar 2009 - Mar 2010
May 2009 100000 mi US $125	rear link in suspension needed to be replaced. every time the card would go over a bump, noise was heard.

Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States May 2009 - Sep 2011
Jun 2009 16000 mi US $189	4.9 amp draw while car was parked caused the battery to drain down. Garage cleared error codes which were causing "babbling mode" of computers and the resultant 4.9 amp draw while parked. Left Rear sway bar Drop link was badly worn and loose. Mechanic replaced the drop link. By the way, the Problem 1 for this trip DID NOT involve a re-flash.
Dec 2009 18000 mi US $3	Water in L Front headlamp assembly. Water entry through riding light lamp socket seal that was loose. Water runs off hood and straight down onto riding lamp connection. Very laborious process to purge water from headlamp assembly
Apr 2011 25200 mi	fuel odor coming from RR seat eliminated by installation of new fuel pump.
Jul 2011 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.
Aug 2011 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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