2001 Volvo S60 transmission problems

Filed Jun 16, 2016 · Transmission · 250,000 miles · CA

Our volvo s60 has been experiencing a well known issue with what's commonly called transmission flare. When shifting into lower gears from a stop or at lower speeds and in slow traffic the automatic transmission jerks the car forward severely. There are hundreds of posts in online car forums with consumers complaining about this same problem. While it started out as a nuisance the problem has gotten progressively worse and is aggravated by hot weather, so much for taking the volvo on a drive for summer vacation. We trusted volvo's quality and integrity when purchasing our car and are very disappointed that there has been no recall issued to fix this problem. When we asked the dealership where we purchased the car what we could do to fix the problem they suggested we purchase a new car from them. Shame on you volvo. Before this problem we were proud volvo owners now we feel ripped off and abused.

Filed Dec 27, 2014 · Transmission · 123,000 miles · VA

In 2008, at about 93k miles, the transmission on my 2001 volvo s60 failed while I was driving on a main thoroughfare. Fortunately, I was able to avoid being in an accident. I had a volvo dealer install a new volvo transmission. In 2014, at about 123k miles (or about 30k miles on the new transmission), the second transmission failed while I was driving on a local street. Again, I was able to avoid an accident. A search of the federal safety agency database and other online sources showed that there have been numerous early transmission failures with volvos like mine. Volvo of north america refused to do anything to help fix the faulty transmission despite information that there is a problem with the transmission they have been using.

Filed Sep 28, 2013 · Transmission · 168,733 miles · CA

I noticed my car jerking when it shifts, so I thought it was the transmission or something, so I brought it in a volvo dealership and they found out that it wasn't the transmission but " dsem needs etm and breather box engine light) or what the service advisor said the throttle module and I was surprised that they didn't tell me or asked me if I know about the recall. The costumer service is very poor at this place.

Filed Sep 26, 2013 · Transmission · 155,000 miles · KY

Volvo s60 of the first generation has had major transmission issues. Many have failed, slipped, and have destroyed the vehicle. According to other drivers it seems that the transmission has been fixed after 2005. It is not normal for transmissions to be going out before 100k miles. I'm sure many drivers have complained of this issue. Many times I have almost been in wrecks because it will not go into gear and will clunk into gear lurching me forward. The software when it first came out would put the car in neutral after you touched the brake to save gas millage. This software was removed for an unknown reason. Most likely being because it was damaging transmissions. Transmission do not shift instantly. So you would be in neutral then it would switch into gear. After many updates and small changes to the transmission reports of transmission failures have gone down majorly after 2005. It is not right that it took 4 years to fix this problem.

Filed Sep 17, 2012 · Transmission · 128,700 miles · GA

I had stopped at the traffic light. As I started again on green light, the car jerkily jumped forward. I had to push hard on the brakes. As the car stopped, the check engine light came on together with service transmission light.

Filed Oct 23, 2010 · Transmission · 94,000 miles · PA

Transmission failure at 94k miles. Car lost power barely making it through an intersection. Internet research indicates this is a common failure among volvo s60.

Filed Feb 3, 2010 · Transmission · 100,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 volvo s60. The contact stated that automatic transmission would not go in to gear, lock up and surge forward,and not shift properly at any time.. She noticed the issue happened approx after driving 10 miles after the vehicle heated up. She had been having transmission failures since february 2008. She noticed the failure every time she drove the vehicle if she drove more than 10 miles. She took the vehicle to the dealership and a software upgrade was performed at her expense. However, the issue reoccurred shortly after. She called the manufacturer and was told that she did indeed have a faulty transmission but would not offer anything other than a 10% cost reduction on the software upgrade repair. There had been no further repairs made to the vehicle at the time of the complaint. The current mileage was approximately 137,000. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Filed Jan 15, 2009 · Transmission · 127,000 miles · LA

2001 volvo s60 t5 after about 30 miles of highway driving, I came to a stop due to traffic. When traffic started moving, I noticed jerking and hard shifting. The transmission service light came on and the car went into limp mode. I eventually had to have the car towed to the dealership where I was told that it needed a new transmission for 4000.00. The 2001 s60 transmission issue is very common and should be replaced free of charge by volvo.

Filed Nov 10, 2008 · Transmission · 78,387 miles · CA

In volvo 2001 s60 t5. The car sometimes stop accelerating for seconds, and then suddenly it clicks with a jolt after about a second and the car lurches forward. The problem seems to be happening with a lot of people due to a problem with the valve body as the dealer and another mechanic suggested (transmission part). This require replacement of trans. Valve body, sealing kit and TCM upgrade. Then trans oil flush. A total cost of $2488 quoted from galpin volvo van nuys california. Below is a page showing different customers are having the same problem. Http://www.matthewsvolvosite.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=20617.

Filed Nov 7, 2008 · Transmission · MD

I drive a 2001 volvo s60. I purchased it new in 2002. It has a total of 35,000 miles. I drive the car short distances and in town only. It started giving me problems a couple of weeks ago with jerking forward. The "transmission required" "check engine" messages came on today. I immediately brought it to a volvo dealer who could not explain to me what the problem is until after they perform a diagnostic test at a cost $122.00. I felt that I had no other recourse but to leave it with them. I don't feel that my car should experience transmission problems since the car is only 7 years old and is not driven for long distances. Thank you for your consideration.