Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. The contact smelled a fuel odor inside and outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump was fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.
2002 Volvo S60 fuel system problems
69 complaints (37% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 107,000.
- owner complaints
- 69
- of this car's complaints
- 37%
- typical mileage
- 107,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Delivery: fuel pump17
- Delivery3
- Fuel injection system: injectors1
At what mileage
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Volvo S60 fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 Volvo S60 fuel system
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Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2001-2005 s80, model year 2001-2004 v70, s60, xc70 and model year 2003-2005 xc90 vehicles sold in or registered in the states of alabama, arizona, arkansas, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, kentucky, louisiana, mississippi, nevada, new mexico, north carolina, oklahoma, south carolina, tennessee, texas, utah, virginia and the u.s. Territories. When exposed to certain environmental conditions (hot climate and temperature cycling) over time and in combination with varying fuel quality, the fuel pump can develop cracks in the fuel pump flange.
- Risk
- If the condition occurs vehicle owners may notice fuel smell and/or fuel leak which, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the fuel pump installed in the vehicle, and if necessary replace the fuel pump with a part of a modified design. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on january 15, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 09V483000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- On certain vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona and nevada, due to the combination of fuel quality and climate conditions, the fuel pump may, in certain cases, experience a reduced functionality. The most common symptoms would be fuel odor.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump free of charge. The recall began on july 10, 2007. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 07V152000 · Recall details
What 2002 Volvo S60 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Fuel leak fire hazard won't pass inspection. Gas smell. Car leaking while parked.
Fuel leaking from gas tank when the car is running, passenger side above and slightly aft of the fuel filter.
Fuel odor noted on passenger side of car, toward the back of vehicle near tank, car has 137,000 miles on it, purchased new, live in kansas and garage kept. No leaks noted under car, vehicle is still starting.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. While driving, the contact noticed an abnormal odor of fuel inside the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer (valenti volvo cars of watertown located at 105 commercial st watertown, ct 06795), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 171,000.
Posible taskata recall air bag light on/engine missing bad/tranmission shift fast and hard-sun roof don't works had tune-up done change turbo charger replaced/replaced trollder body-replace the radiator between and A/C evaporator that connect from turbo and troller body rough idleing whild starting and driving on the city streets. I would ask the power train and the speed control to include the electrical system be reviewed for service and any unknown or other.
"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).
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.
I am smelling gas all the time my radio change channel on it,s own, air bag light is on the front right & left control arm tie rod end shaft cv shaft all is bad all @ the same time how could it be ????
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. The contact stated that a strong odor of fuel fumes emitted in and around the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump was leaking. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 107,000. Updated 09/18/15
Questions about the 2002 Volvo S60 fuel system
Does the 2002 Volvo S60 have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 69 complaints about the fuel system of the 2002 Volvo S60, 37% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2002 Volvo S60 fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 107,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Volvo S60 fuel system?
Yes, 2 recalls: 09V483000, 07V152000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Volvo S60 have the most fuel system problems?
The Volvo S60 model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2001 (88 complaints), 2002 (69 complaints) and 2004 (55 complaints).
Is there a class action lawsuit over the Volvo S60?
Yes. New class action says Volvo's Google-based infotainment screens freeze and take climate and rearview camera with them (November 9, 2026).
Other 2002 Volvo S60 problems
Electrical 36Acceleration 20Tires 19Engine 17Transmission 15Airbags 12Body 6Seats 6Suspension 6Driver assistance 5Lights 5Seat belts 4Wheels 4Brakes 2Visibility 2Steering 1
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