2001 Volvo S60: jerking or lurching

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 Feb 29, 2016 · Acceleration, Electrical · 118,632 miles · TX

Car jerks and clunks when switching gears. Its starting to grind and clack in 1-2 gear and I hops around the rpms line crazy.

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 Dec 13, 2009 · Acceleration, Fuel system · TX

2001 volvo s60 - gas leak from above the fuel tank. Strong gas odor, discovered fuel dripping down side of tank under vehicle on passenger's side. Drove for at least 2 weeks or more before I figured out it was my car that creating that gas smell at lights (only noticed when window was down). Until vehicle began leaking a lot of gas and odor was over powering. Was told volvo's "extended warranty" would not cover the defective fuel pump because the "extended warranty" was only for 10 years or 150,000 miles. Had vehicle repaired at my expense. One day after repair an even worse gas leak appeared under vehicle on driver's side above rear gas tank. Not resolved as of date of complaint. Puddle of gas under vehicle. Gas odor strong really afraid to drive it back to the mechanic. Additional complaint: intermittent lurching or surging of same volvo s60 at low speeds shortly after starting. It lunges forward and then pulls back with no depressing of accelerator. It is a manual transmission so the lurching is very alarming considering no additional depression of the accelerator is happening when it randomly lunges forward. Usually stops lunging after 10 minutes of driving.

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.

Filed Aug 27, 2008 · Transmission · 60,045 miles · AL

I had slight jerking and slipping during recent two years. But since this month (aug. 2008), my 2001 s60 t5 becomes worse with frequent jerking and slipping during traffic and accelerating from a stop. Driving with those symptoms is very dangerous. Visited dealer shop for several times, the suggestions were always new transmission replacement which cost over $4,000. I was also told many s60 2001 and later have the similar problems. I think the volvo builder must be responsible for this safety related bad part manufacturer issue.

Filed Jul 14, 2008 · Transmission · 95,000 miles · CA

Faulty volvo s60 transmission the car has no gas/power then suddenly jerks into 1st and 2nd gear. There was trouble early on while it was under warranty but the dealership downplayed the problem and didn't tell me it had anything to do with the transmission.

Filed Jan 5, 2006 · Acceleration · 35,000 miles · GA

Dt*:the contact stated while driving, the vehicle intermittently lost power and lurched forward. This happened when the gas pedal was depressed after depressing the brake pedal. Then, the vehicle lurched forward with force. The problem became current and happened several times a day.

Filed Oct 20, 2005 · Acceleration · 18,268 miles · CA

I own a 2001 volvo s60 with a little over 18,000 miles on the vehicle. On 10-19-2005, I was stopped at an intersection waiting for the left lane turn signal. When the signal turned green, I proceeded into the intersection and noticed that my car started to lose power even though my foot was on the accelerator throttle. I applied more pressure to the accelerator throttle, but the vehicle continued to lose speed, then all of a sudden the vehicle lurched forward as if to kick in and the acceleration resumed. It was alarming, because if I had been on a freeway or had been in a situation whereby I had to pass a slow driver on a two lane highway, I could have been in some serious trouble. Again, my car has very low mileage for a 2001 vehicle. I would appreciate being included in any investigation that may uncover a possible defect in the vehicle regarding this matter. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, terry w. Morris.