Dt: 2005 volvo s60 t5. The consumer stated the windshield has a glare from the dashboard which interferes with driver's visibility. The glare has been on windshield since the consumer purchased the car. There has not been any accident yet. The consumer contacted the dealership, and the dealership told the consumer to buy something from a store and paint the dashboard. The service manager told the consumer to put a piece of material on the upper part of the dashboard which would help with the glare. The consumer said he did not purchase a new vehicle to paint the dashboard and/ or to put a piece of material on dashboard. The dealership, is big dee dealership in elmsford, ny.
The worst 2005 Volvo VHD problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Suspension1
- Transmission1
- Visibility1
- Wheels1
Problems by type
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- Suspension1
- Transmission1
- Visibility1
- Wheels1
Recalls 6
Exterior lighting
- What is wrong
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2004-2019 Volvo VHD trucks equipped with snow plow lamp preparation kits. The snow plow headlights can be turned on without other exterior lights, and high beam indicator will not work when the snow plow high beams are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- The driver may operate the vehicle with the snow plow headlights on but the marker and tail lamps off, reducing the vehicle's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the software related to the plow lights, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1‑800‑528‑6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1804.
Recall number 18V766000 · Recall details
Seat belts
- What is wrong
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2002-2013 VHD and VN trucks, manufactured from August 4, 2000, through June 22, 2012, and equipped with bench passenger seats. The seat belt d-ring weld may not be sufficient enough to meet the seat belt pull test. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, an insufficient seat belt weld may prevent the seat belt from properly restraining the occupant. This increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
- Remedy
- Volvo Trucks of America will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspected d-ring, free of change. The safety recall began on May 10, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1‑336‑393‑2000.
Recall number 12V510000 · Recall details
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: motor
- What is wrong
- Volvo trucks is recalling 127,764 my 2001-2008 vhd, vnl, vnm, and my 2005-2008 vt trucks. A seal may fail allowing water and contaminants to seep into the windshield wiper motor.
- Risk
- If this happens a short circuit may occur, which over time could possibly lead to a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Volvo will replace the wiper motor free of charge. Since this recall involves a large number of vehicles, volvo will release the recall in stages as parts are received. Priority will be given to the vehicles located in the regions/states that have a corrosive environment. The recall began on september 30, 2009. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1‑800‑528‑6586.
Recall number 09V173000 · Recall details
Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
- What is wrong
- On certain heavy duty trucks, the circuit protection (I.e. Automatic circuit breakers) used to protect the vehicle lighting system may not provide adequate protection.
- Risk
- If a short circuit occurs and is left untreated, components and wiring may be subject to overheating which could possibly result in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the circuit breakers with fuses. The recall began on february 25, 2008. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1‑800‑528‑6586.
Recall number 07V573000 · Recall details
Wheels
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks, the wheel spacer may become distorted from heat which potentially could lead to a loss of clamp that may result in loose wheel nuts.
- Risk
- If the wheel nuts loosen for any reason, damage to the wheel studs and wheel may occur, and may lead to a complete separation of the wheels from the truck which could result in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the wheel spacers and the wheel equipment (wheels,studs, and hub) will be inspected for damage and replaced if necessary free of charge. The recall began on june 26, 2006. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1‑800‑528‑6586.
Recall number 06V213000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks equipped with d12d engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the egr valves to the cooler may crack or break.
- Risk
- If the pipes or the cooler inlet pipes fail and are left untreated, the air cleaner and inner fender may be subject to hot exhaust gases, which could lead to a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair the egr cooler pipes as required and install a heat shield free of charge. An interim owner letter was mailed on february 17, 2006, to advise on precautions that the owner can take until parts become available. Owners are being notified starting march 3, 2006, that parts are now available. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1‑800‑528‑6586.
Recall number 06V021000 · Recall details
See all 6 recalls for the 2005 Volvo VHD
Defect investigations
Disc wheel spacers for aluminum wheels
On june 9, 2006, volvo truck north america filed defect report 06v-213that directs dealers to replace the disc wheel spacer originally installed in 872 (*) model year 2004-2006 vhd vehicles equipped with aluminum wheels.the dealers will install a new disc wheel spacer manufactured by a different supplier.during the disc installation, dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace damaged wheel end components (hub, studs, and/or wheels). (*) the originally installed disc wheel spacer has been removed from an additional 274 vhd vehicles in response to vtna's service bulletin sp 771-003 issued in august 2005.
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Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Volvo VHD 131
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 2005 Volvo VHD owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The vehicle started shaking uncontrollably followed by a loud banging noise coming from the front. Consumer drove vehicle to the dealer, and mechanic determined that the transmission bolt sheared off, causing the transmission to drop down from the vehicle. Transmission needed to be replaced.
While driving at 40 MPH consumer felt vibration, and then noticed wheels rolling passed the vehicle. The brakes were applied, but failed to stop the vehicle. It coasted to a complete stop on its own. Vehicle was towed to the impound. The right rear duel wheel separated and came off. The second tandem wheel bolts broke, and the wheels started to separate. The third axle was whopping and bent, and the tires had bald spots where they were rubbing. Dealership wanted to replace the tire and rim, but not the axle.
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Questions about the 2005 Volvo VHD
Is the 2005 Volvo VHD reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2005 Volvo VHD, 1.5 times a typical VHD model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Volvo VHD?
Suspension, with 1 complaint. Next is transmission (1).
How many recalls does the 2005 Volvo VHD have?
6 recalls, covering exterior lighting, seat belts and visibility.
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