2002 Volvo S60 electrical problems

Filed Mar 16, 2018 · Airbags, Electrical · 140,000 miles · MO

Service lights scroll in sporadic motion flipping through constant alerts, check engine light, air bag light, constant electrical problems going on, fuel door wont open, both front seats have electrical problems, obvious burn thru on passenger side indicates its been overheated and dangerous. Everytime I've taken it in the shop they say there are no recalls - yet plenty of complaints over fires with seats. Can't used heated seats at all. Engine seems to remain inconsistent in speed, dashboard lights go completely out and the electrical issues affect back brake lights. The electrical issues bounce in cycles to where no one can detect the problems. Check engine line continues to have to be reset and service lights continually send scrolled warning to pull over. Already had vehicle towed and can't trust vehicle will start. Always a wiring issue involved. The car is in the shop now again. 3/16/18 (same issues)

Filed Feb 2, 2017 · Electrical · 105,000 miles · CO

The driver's control door module (ddm) has failed (very common on the s60). This module controls the windows, door locks, rear-view mirrors, and child-safety locks on the rear doors. Now, both rear doors are permanently locked, and can only be opened with the outside door handles. I feel this is a safety issue. A new replacement unit from volvo will solve this issue, but volvo dealers charge about $800. A used ddm will not work, due to the software addressing scheme used by volvo.

Filed Jun 19, 2016 · Airbags, Brakes · TX

"takata recall" I just got my 2002 volvo s60 as a gift and was told the head gasket needed to be replaced. I am unable to do anything with the vehicle due to the problems that it consists of because of all the recalls on it please help me I need a reliable vehicle to take care of my kids and to get back and forth to work. I haven't had the name switched over to my name yet my name is [xxx] phone number [xxx] thank you so much information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Apr 4, 2016 · Electrical · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. While the vehicle was in park, the contact noticed that the gauges, meters, and lights on the instrument cluster failed to function. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Mar 24, 2016 · Electrical, Fuel system · 140,000 miles · CT

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. While driving various speeds, there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The contact observed that the fuel pump module was leaking. The contact also observed that the instrument panel did not display the vehicle mileage. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Dec 30, 2015 · Electrical · 200,000 miles · MD

Vehicle gauges tend to all go off and all dials go down as if vehicle isn't on. This is a common problem among volvos and this hasn't been recalled. I was driving at least 70 MPH on the highway and this happened to me.

Filed Sep 19, 2014 · Electrical · 60,000 miles · CA

The vehicle just stops while driving, all of the panel lights come on check engine lights. Had to replace the ocm sensor and the ECM sensor mckivitt volvo in san leandro ([xxx]) service mgr. Has never mention any type of recalls to the car. They also replaced the fuel injection at my cost. Had to get a smog in aug 2013, check engine light has come back on not allowing me to smog with out repairs to oxygen sensors, during this visit my control arms were noticeably broken, they said nothing. I found out when I got the car back after them changing the oxygen sensors to pass smog and I got the smog and a oil change they notified me, I had them replaced by a cheaper mech in april 2014 @ 75,000 miles. Now it's august 2014 and I was driving down very steep hill@ 45mph and the car just shut off causing limp mode and me hitting a curb to stop. Towed back to dealership@ 84,601 miles and being told it's normal, clean or replace the etm sensor now charging me $2,000. I have never received recall. I'm lost now without a vehicle. Isn't volvo supposed to fix this issue or do we have to die and then years later you guys at volvo corporation figure there was a malfunction.. Please let me know what to do??? All this service manager wants is money and doesn't care about anyone's safety. I was laughed at today being told that oh you've only travel 25,000 mi and I've seen you 4 times since then, it's not a honda and you really have to put some muscle into it when it does this limp mode. I was scared to death along with my family and was laughed at in my face with a smile telling me he'll call and tell me how much$$$. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jan 9, 2013 · Airbags, Brakes · 229,000 miles · RI

While driving in the dark, power to the electronics listed below were lost inevitably and many warning lights/messages appeared on the dash (also listed below under symptoms). There were no warning signs that this was about to happen nor is there any explanation for why it happened. I was driving on a dark road and I lost complete vision of the road due to headlight failure (both low and high beams). This scenario is a common safety issue associated with many other similar volvo years and models. I had to stop the car immediately to avoid crashing and call someone to pick me up. All symptoms from this "blackout" did not and have not disappeared since it happened, making the car undrivable. These symptoms are suspect to be the result of a cem failure, which also controls emissions. As stated previously, this exact scenario has caused thousands of similar volvo years and models to be recalled/repaired on volvo's behalf. Unfortunately, my vehicle model has not been placed under recall for this extremely, dangerous safety defect. I would like to see action taken against volvo and repair costs covered on their behalf. Symptoms: brake failure stop safely warning message engine system service required warning message SRS airbag service urgent warning message low beam headlights not working high beams headlights not working check engine light on ABS light on traction control light on odometer not working radio not working power seats & heated seats not working 12v sockets (front & rear) not working trip odometer not working clock reset.

Filed Nov 28, 2012 · Electrical, Engine · 42,000 miles · CA

The vehicle would not start. There was full battery power and the computer stated it was the immobilizer check manual. Several attempts were made and car sat overnight.the volvo s60 restarted in the morning. The car ran fine for a day and would not start again. Dealership stated that the antenna ring or key chip might be bad. The antenna ring was changed and the car would not start a week later again. The car was taken to dealer ship and placed on scanner. The car function normally for two weeks and did not start again. Several blogs concerning this matter have been set up without any answers for the consumer. The dealerships scanned the vehicle and changed parts and the problem still persists. In my case the dealership stated that it did show a problem. Yet the problem is not fixed. Consumers are being stranded or in my case stranded several times for hours until the vehicle starts later.

Filed Sep 4, 2012 · Body, Electrical · 133,000 miles · FL · fire · 1 injury

There were four occupants in the vehicle. As we were driving home from the mall, we noticed a brief interruption in the lights and radio. A few miles down the road, there was an electrical failure and the car shut off in the middle of the road, but we were able to get it cranked back up in less than a minute. We drove approximately two more miles and pulled into our driveway and shut the car off. We heard a sound like an alarm, but it was so faint; before we had time to think about it further, the cab began to fill with blackish grey smoke into the backseat area. We all got out quickly and walked to the back of the car. I noticed flames behind the driver side tail light (where the battery is located) and told my husband. He opened the trunk (burning his fingertips), and flames shot up into the air. I immediately called 911 because the flames were high and fast-moving. The 911 dispatcher instructed us to stay away from the car and not try to put the fire out due to the obvious dangers of a fast-moving car fire. The fire department arrived within five minutes and began putting the fire out; however, the car was a total loss up to the engine, which was not burned. After inspection, the fire department deemed it a loss due to an electrical fire. I have contacted volvo, but they have not responded to me as of yet. There have been several recalls on this particular vehicle, and we are worried that volvo may have missed one. For the safety of others, I am reporting this safety hazard. The car remains in our driveway awaiting insurance adjustment; however, I am hopeful that either volvo or someone who does safety inspections would claim the car to investigate the cause of the fire further.