2003 Volvo S60: airbag warning light

Filed Jun 26, 2013 · Body, Electrical · OH

The dashboard has a fault in it, possibly a short or some other electrical fault the problem has been intermittent. But, only recently has become rather acute. Lights and gauges go on and off. Problem has adversely affected the SRS airbag system to the point that it is no longer functions and requires resetting; apparently. I am filing this complaint because since doing my research, there have been numerous incidents being reported on the internet. Considering the large number of issues/complaints I have seen about this issue, the problem with my car is apparently not an isolated incident. Repair for such appears to be in the $1,500.00 to $2,000.00 range.

Filed Mar 26, 2013 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · 100,520 miles · MD

The dash information system will randomly go blank and display SRS failure. Along with all information lights start blinking on and off. The analog gauge like the speedometer and fuel gauge will go to "0" or just move eratically to any number or position while driving. At night the entire information center go blank the clock and the mileage(no lights at all).

Filed Feb 26, 2013 · Electrical · 124,000 miles · MI

While driving the dash (not the radio, or other electrical components) went out-completely blank. I lost, the tac, the speedometer/odometer, engine gauge and gas gauge. This problem has continued intermittently and I can not relate it to a given speed or weather. Not knowing your speed is a safety issue and at night it's odd to be driving a car w/out an illuminated dash/controls. I do have an SRS code-service immediately. When I was last at the dealer they had "never heard of this issue" and would have to charge me diagnostic fees. Online research shows this to be a common problem and a new dim ($1200) can fix the problem. This is a safety issue and there are too many complaints posted online for this to be a little problem. What is the r/1000 (repair per thousand vehicles)?

Filed Nov 1, 2012 · Airbags, Brakes · 48,672 miles · SC

The dash information sytem will randomly go blank and display SRS and brake failure, along with all information lights blinking on and off. Also the analog gauges like the speedometer and fuel gauge will go to "0" and empty or just move eratically to any number or position while driving. At night sometimes the entire dash or information center will go black (no lights at all) and on odd occasions one headlight may go out and come back on.

Filed Aug 11, 2012 · Airbags, Electrical · 94,000 miles · WA

While driving out of a parking lot and accelerating to 35 MPH, entire dashboard blacked out. No speedometer, no odometer, no gas gauge,no message. Radio, windows, and air conditioning continued to work normally, as did headlights, interior lights, and turn signals. I turned off engine and then restarted car. Same symptoms. The third time I restarted car I received message on panel, SRS/airbag service urgent light comes on and stays on. I could not retrieve any other information regarding average speed, how full gas tank is, etc. I just went out to my car, which has been parked for about 21/2 hours since the incident, to get the mileage for this report and panel lights have disappeared again! I will get car to mechanic tomorrow, but I feel this is a very dangerous situation to be in,and especially with night time or high speed highway driving! My mileage is approximately 94,000 miles. I could not get a reading from my odometer as the panel is blacked out again!

Filed Jul 5, 2012 · Airbags · 126,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 volvo s60. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the SRS air bag warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel until the key was removed from the ignition switch. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and an authorized dealer who both advised that the driver information module within the computer system would need to be replaced. The technician informed the air bag would not deploy during an impact. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 126,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Apr 1, 2012 · Electrical · 72,000 miles · CA

1) electric reading of dashboard goes completely dark. Unable to determine speed, fuel, engine temperature, ect. Urgent air bag warning light went on prior to it going dark. Car skips gears and revs when gas pedal is pressed. 2) radiator cooling fan keeps running when connected even when vehicle is turned off. It never turns off until battery is drained. Replaced entire unit as well as battery and still has the same problem. Volvo repair stated they never had an issue like this and issue maybe connected to failed electrical system.

Filed May 25, 2011 · Electrical, Engine · 125,000 miles · SC

Compliant 1: I have a 2003 s60 volvo. The instrument panel goes dark and all instruments stop working. This includes all gauges, speedometer, RPM, fuel, temp and blinkers. They all go to zero and panel turns black and completely off. The exterior blinkers do still work. When the panel is working I receive various messages such as SRS airbag service urgent, brake failure, and stop immediately no oil pressure. I took the car to my mechanic and he said it's the driver information module which costs $1300 to replace. My mechanic also stated that this is a reoccuring problem in this car. I have done research on the internet and have found that there are many volvo's of the same make and model in which the same exact problems are occuring. I feel that the manufacturer should be responsible for fixing this problem. It's obvious that it's a recurring problem. Compliant 2: I'm also experiencing an engine stall problem. This is very dangerous. The car will stall at least 50% of the time when making a turn. I've researched this as well and found that it's a reoccurring problem as well. Apparently the fuel pressure sensor located on the left end of the fuel rail may, at times, transmit an incorrect signal regarding the fuel pressure to the engine control module. This causes engine misfires and causes the engine to shut down completely when in middle of intersections. I have come close to many dangerous situations because of this engine failure.

Filed Nov 16, 2010 · Electrical · 120,000 miles · CT

I have a 2003 s600 and the instrument panel goes dark and all the instruments stop working (speedometer, RPM, fuel, temp -- all go to zero) . This occurs intermittently, while driving, the engine was running fine and no warning lights came on. I am also experiencing problems with indicator lights on the dashboard. As an example, the blinker lights on the dashboard only work about 20% of the time. The actual directionals on the exterior of the car are still working all of the time. The condition seems to be getting progressively worse. In addition various messages have appeared -- such as SRS airbag service urgent, brake failure - stop safely. Brought it to my mechanic and he had to replace the driver information module (dim) $1,300. He stated that he has replaced 4 dim's within the past month. Appears to be a common failure with 2003 s60 model. My mechanic also commented that in the past volvo dealer would only have 1 dim in stock -- they now have 6 to 8 in stock. I think this should be a manufacturer expense -- no matter what the mileage is on the car. *tr updated 08/04/11