CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Volvo S60 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (6 reports).
2006 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.
Most common 2006 Volvo S60 problems
Problem areas named in the 31 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 6 |
| Air Bags | 6 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Visibility | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owned a 2006 Volvo S60. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V766000 (Air Bags) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The manufacturer was not contacted.
The contact owns a 2006 Volvo S60. The contact received notification of 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 dealer was contacted to schedule an appointment for the recall repair; however, the contact was unable to secure an appointment. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2006 Volvo S60. The contact stated that the air bag was replaced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V766000 (Air Bags) and approximately 2 weeks later, while the vehicle was idling at a stop sign, the air bag compartment on the driver's side started smoking and the air bag warning light illuminated. The smoke then dissipated. There were no injuries or medical attention needed. The contact returned the vehicle to the dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 84,190.
My 06 s60 has blown 3 charge air hoses in the EXACT same spot. (The hose behind the radiator.) A golf-ball sized hole blows out in a bend in the hose while driving. The car will idle , but throttle up at all. The dealer says this is a fluke.
Lug bolts 19 MM are rusted into the 330 MM Brembo Disk brakes, They take over 220 ft lb of force to break lose, and you can not do that safety on the side of the road to change a flat tire
2006 Volvo S60 questions
Does the 2006 Volvo S60 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2006 Volvo S60: Driver air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments at occupants; Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System); Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Volvo S60?
Based on 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (6), Air Bags (6), Power Train (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 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.