CarRecallWatchThe 2002 Volvo S60 has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 186 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 3 fires, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (44 reports).
2002 Volvo S60 recalls
Driver air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments at occupants
The driver's frontal air bag inflator in these Volvo S60 and S80 vehicles may rupture when the air bag deploys.
Driver Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
Certain 2001-2003 Volvo S60 and S80 vehicles registered in listed Southern and territorial states may have a driver-side frontal airbag inflator that can rupture when the airbag deploys.
Most common 2002 Volvo S60 problems
Problem areas named in the 186 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 44 |
| Electrical System | 36 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 25 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 20 |
| Tires | 19 |
| Power Train | 15 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 13 |
| Air Bags | 12 |
| Unknown Or Other | 9 |
| Structure | 6 |
What owners report
Message board throttle body position sensor controls the speed of the car is having issues having a problem accelerating
InJanuary 3, 2021, I received a recall for the front driver airbag but replacement parts were not available. OnApril 19, 2021I received a letter the parts were available were and for me to contact a Volvo dealer to replace the front driver's airbag.free of charge. I called Volvo Cars to let me know the dealers in Nashville. They recommended Volvo of Cool Springs. I finally got an appointment on November 16,, and had my car towed to this dealer. I picked it up on November 9, with a receipt the front driver airbag Module had been installed. Aftera few days I noticed my SRS was showing"airbag Service Urgent".I resetthe SRS but the message is still showing. I called Volvo Cars and they agreed
2002 VOLVO S60. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO NHTSA SAFETY RECALL 21V-766. THE CONSUMER STATED THERE WERE NO VOLVO DEALERSHIPS WITHIN A REASONABLE DISTANCE TO PERFORM THE REPAIR. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED TO HAVE THE NECESSARY PARTS SENT TO A LOCAL AUTOMOTIVE SHOP.
The contact owns a 2002 Volvo S60. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V766000 (Air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
AIR BAG THROW SHARDS OF METAL BUT VOLVO SAY I SHOULDN'T DRIVE IT BUT WON'T GIVE LOANER CAR, THEY WON'T HELP US AT ALL WITH THE SITUATION
2002 Volvo S60 questions
Does the 2002 Volvo S60 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2002 Volvo S60: Driver air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments at occupants; Driver Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments; Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System); Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Volvo S60?
Based on 186 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (44), Electrical System (36), Fuel/Propulsion System (25).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Volvo S60 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.