2004 Volvo S60: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Nov 15, 2010 · Fuel system, Lights · 80,000 miles · RI

Purchased auto new. It would seem that I have had some of the same problems mentioned by others. Car stalling on highway at 65 miles per hour, twice, very scary. Pulled off and restarted. (fuel pressure sensor malfunction) seems there is a recall however when I inquired my VIN # was not included. Costly repair as must purchase part from dealer. Driver side head lamp, low beam, has been replaced so often lost track, over half a dozen times, is out now! Have never replaced passenger side lamp! I point out the other s60's I see on the road with a headlamp light out to my kids as a game now.

Filed Nov 13, 2009 · Engine · 106,200 miles · CA · crash

I-55 south shortly before weber road exit I was on the left lane traveling 30 MPH, decided to change to middle lane, signaled and while in process of lane change, car started to go out of control. Then steered to the left, and was heading towards cement divider. To avoid that I steered right, at this point car started to do 360. Could not control and was moving to face oncoming semi truck from middle lane. The semi truck slammed into the right side (headlight/tire) area of my car volvo s60 model year 2004 and stopped the car. Both airbags deployed - driver and passenger airbag. Only person in car was me. Prior to the crash I experienced and felt that the front control arms may not have been manufactured correctly and as a result the stud and nut that secured spindle may lose their initial axial tension. Under certain and particular driving conditions such as weather conditions remaining severe with heavy snow storm, steering might become less responsible and the driver may experience difficulty in controlling the steering. This driving condition could have been the approximate cause that lead to separation between control arm and the spindle which had ultimately resulted in a "total crash". I also tried to apply brake. Loss of brake fluid, as a result of failure of sealed cardone master cylinder with fluid leaking from brake had resulted in crash. I also observed cruise control sensor failure, after I turned it "on", then it shuts off by itself, again I have to turn on. While driving at rate 60 to 65 miles I observed a kind of noise and vibrations under hood. Possibly the fuel pressure sensor located of the fuel rail may transmit incorrect signal to the engine control module. I of the opinion that this might be one of the contributing factor responsible for stalling of engine without any warning and has caused a total crash on the freeway. Failure of the fuel pressure sensor might have cracked due to temperature changes and excessive vibrations and that caused crash.

Filed Nov 9, 2009 · Engine, Fuel system · CA

2004 volvo s60 regularly serviced by volvo. Bought new, well maintained, exc cond, & oil changed ever 3000 miles. Only 68k miles presently but many problems since bought new. #1) replacing burned out rear/front headlight bulbs constantly. #2) check engine light came on before 40k miles. Wasn't too concerned at first because only issue I seemed to have was hesitation somewhat when accelerating after being parked. Until one day veh wouldn't accelerate beyond a roll after being stopped for red light. A few days later driving approx 50 MPH uphill car stopped accelerating and stalled. Both times I was able to roll to side of road, restart & make it home. Scared me enough though to take to volvo next day. Fuel sensor gauge needed to be replaced. When I checked if covered under recall - found my car wasn't based on VIN, another fairly costly repair. #3 - AC fan wouldn't go off one day - fan running full blast & control switch wouldn't regulate or work. Fan continued to run even when I turned off ignition. Dead battery next morning needed jump start. Ac fan modular bad - modular repair done & then fan somehow burned out due to new modular when mechanic testing repair - now fan needed to be replaced. Very costly repair once again. #3 - check engine light came on. After months to several mechanics, checking oil, etc. Told light probably just faulty. Then check oil light blinks - car had less than 1/2 qt oil & I had major engine damage. Had complete engine rebuilt & very expensive. Engine running great. Now 2 mos later & I hear a metal to metal noise/sound when making turns - preferably right hand - & coming from rght front side of car. Mechanic can't see safety issues when up on rack. Has no clue. Noise annoying and concerning. It sounds like wheel is going to fall off car. I am sure it will cost another fortune . However once repaired - trading in. I loved my car...however no longer feel veh is safe or depen.

Filed Oct 2, 2008 · Electrical · 62,000 miles · GA

Driving along the highway at bout 70 MPH, the car suddenly hesitates and loses power (the RPM reader, and speedometer fall to 0). The car then regains power and then it jerks and hesitates, once again losing power. This time the power stays out. Haven't had the problem fixed yet the initial acceleration of the car is extremely slow and it requires a hard press on the gas to get the car in motion. The power doesn't work for the following functions: power lock (including the remote) all steering wheel functions (radio and cruise control) headlights turn signals windshield wipers sun roof side and rear view mirrors air conditioning controls all gauges in the dashboard.

Filed Sep 26, 2008 · Electrical, Lights · VA

Bulbs continuously burns out causing errors that cannot be readily fix by the owner. Bulbs such as for headlights, turn signals and rear lights burn out constantly. We are averaging a bulb replacement every 2 months.

Filed Sep 4, 2008 · Lights · 85,854 miles · OK

About every 2-3 month when I go to start my volvo s60 the front left light blows out. I have had my car for a little over a year and have had to replace the headlamps 5 times. The first time I changed the lights I did not wear gloves so it could have possible been my fault. Everytime after I have worn gloves to change the lights and still have the same problem.

Filed Jan 31, 2006 · Steering, Suspension · 30 miles · TX

Dt*: the contact stated while driving at various speeds and turning left or right the tires touches the frame of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection on four occasions. The first time the dealer placed steering blocks on the vehicle. The second, third and fourth times the dealer adjusted the control arms. However none of these efforts remedied the problem. The problem continues and the vehicle has not been returned to the dealer for further diagnostic testing. Updated 2/24/2006 - power steering reservoir leaked fluid from the bottom hose near the clamp. The consumer heard a metal on metal sound while turning the wheel. The dealer modified the steering stops. Al four taillight and both low beam bulb went out.

Filed Apr 25, 2005 · Lights · CA

Consumer noticed that the right front headlight lamp was inoperative. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the head lamp blew out and needed to be replaced. It would cost the consumer $1,200.00 to get it replaced. Please provide further details. *nm a pebble from the street made a small hole in the glass in front of the headlamp. Moisture intruded into the lamp casing. Due tothe heat intensity of the lamp, it short-circuited. The design of the head lamp system does not allow for the swipe replacement of the lamp. The hole in the glass causes need for the entire $1200 system to be replaced.