CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Volvo S60 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 120 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (55 reports).
2003 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 2003 Volvo S60 problems
Problem areas named in the 120 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 55 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 16 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 |
| Air Bags | 8 |
| Structure | 7 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 |
| Engine | 5 |
What owners report
The problem is when the weather turns cold my car a Volvo 2003 S 60 turn signals do not operate, or if they do turn on sometimes the turn signals won't stop flashing until you turn the ignition off. The head lights also will not turn on at any setting during this time. When the weather turns warm again everything works until the weather turns cold again. It appears to be related to the CENTRAL ELECTRONIC MODULE. It happens every time the weather is cold. It happen very unexpectedly my wife was driving down the road and was almost in an accident. The turn signals switch has already been replaced with a new Volvo turn signal switch.The turn signal still does not work. According to XEMODEX.INC
TL* THE CONTACT OWN A 2003 VOLVO S60. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT STRUTS WERE COMING THROUGH THE STRUT MOUNTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY WHILE DRIVING. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT AND ANOTHER UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHT WERE ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CHERRY HILL VOLVO CARS (1810 W RTE 70, CHERRY HILL, NJ 08002), WHERE THE STRUT MOUNTS WERE REPLACED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN BACK TO A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WAS HE AFRAID THAT WHILE DRIVING OVER A BUMP THE STRUTS MIGHT DETACH. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MI
THE STEERING HAS BECOME LESS RESPONSIVE AND I EXPERIENCE STEERING WHEEL PLAY, REPLACING FLUID HAS NOT RESOLVED THIS ISSUE. *TR
INSTRUMENT PANEL/CLUSTER GOES OUT WHILE DRIVING WHICH MEANS YOU CAN'T READ ANY OF THE GUAGES OR WARNINGS LIGHTS OTHER THAN IF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON. THIS IMPOSES A SAFETY RISKS TO ME AND OTHER TRAFFIC ON THE ROAD. IT DOES THIS ERRATICALLY, GOING OUT COMPLETELY AND COMING BACK ON IN TIME. NO FUSE PROBLEMS, THEY ARE CHECKED WHEN THIS ISSUE HAPPENS. I HAVE A PICTURE OF EXACTLY WHAT HAPPENS RIGHT BEFORE THE WHOLE PANEL GOES OUT.
VECHILE LEAKING GAS AND HAD STRONG GAS SMELL.
2003 Volvo S60 questions
Does the 2003 Volvo S60 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2003 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; Engine And Engine Cooling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Volvo S60?
Based on 120 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (55), Vehicle Speed Control (18), Engine And Engine Cooling (16).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 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.