2003 Volvo S60 engine problems

Filed Nov 28, 2016 · Airbags, Electrical · 100,000 miles · PA

Dash cluster lights and gauges and turn signal indicator shut down and back on intermittently, motor seems to lose power when driving, and rough idle. The dash cluster problem happens while driving and in the park position.

Filed Oct 22, 2015 · Acceleration, Electrical · 56,000 miles · IN

Transmission shifting problems oil leaks.

Filed Sep 5, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 65,000 miles · NV

Fuel leak coming from undercarriage passanger right rear seats, near fuel filter, off the top of the gas tank. Noticable smell and huge hazard for safety. What makes it presence detected is smell inside cabin after filling gas tank at fueling stations.

Filed Jul 20, 2015 · Engine · 110,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 volvo s60. The contact stated that when the ignition was turned to the on position, the check engine warning indicator illuminated continuously. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the air flow, the pressure, and oxygen sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Jul 1, 2015 · Engine · 162,000 miles · CT

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 volvo s60. While driving at low speeds, the engine stalled and the check engine warning light illuminated intermittently. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 07v226000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure mileage was 162,000. Updated 09/01/2015*lj updated 10/27/2015

Filed Mar 15, 2012 · Electrical, Engine · 143,600 miles · CA

Car experiences loss of power, stalling, sputtering and hesitation when gas pedal is pressed down. San luis obispo smith volvo authorized dealer could not find any codes to explain this. Checked timing sensors, fuel pressure, RPM cam signals, eth system, air flow meter, map sensor. All checked out ok, dealer said all signs point to eta failing. Car stalls and loses power abruptly, I do not feel safe driving it anymore. There is a recall for models up to 2002, this 2003 s60 non turbo manual seems to exhibit the flaws of electronic throttle failure.

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 Sep 25, 2010 · Engine · 135,000 miles · CT

I had a similar issue about two years ago and replaced the catalytic converter. Just today (9/25/10), my 2003 volvo s60 began to irregularly stall while driving. While I'm slowing down, it downshifts by it self, and just dies, and while I'm slowing down, the warning indicators on the dash are not lit, as if nothing is wrong, but when come to a complete stop all the lights on the dash are lit. The check engine light then comes on, it wasn't on before this happened. This can be very dangerous when you are slowing down to turn at an intersection. The car stall, you have no power steering and you are dead in the middle of traffic. This happened no less than 10 time while I was driving today.

Filed Aug 25, 2010 · Engine · 101,000 miles · PA

I have a 2003 s60 volvo. While driving 55 MPH the car would go into limp mode and the speed would quickly drop to 10 MPH and the message reduced engine performance would be displayed. The car will not accelerate past that speed. This is very serious safety concern because the quick drop in speed may lead to an accident. I took the car to a volvo dealership and was informed the car needs the electronic throttle system replaced. This was a common problem with older models and a recall was issued after a class action lawsuit. My model is not included in this recall, however; it is exhibiting the exact same problem that usually occurs when the car reaches 100,000 miles.

Filed May 18, 2009 · Acceleration, Engine · 40,000 miles · KY

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 volvo s60. While driving low speeds, the vehicle would accelerate abnormally. The contact experienced difficulty accelerating as if the vehicle were in limp mode. In addition, the vehicle stalls without warning. She took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that they could not duplicate the failure and provide a remedy. The 2003 s60 was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 06v441000 (vehicle speed control). The failure mileage was 40,000 and current mileage was 74,000.