On certain passenger vehicles, the front control arms may not have been manufactured correctly and, as a result, the stud and nut that secure the arm to the spindle may lose their initial axial tension. Under certain driving conditions, the steering may...
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Volvo S60 Steering problems by year
37 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Volvo S60's steering. Loss of power steering, stiff or loose steering, wandering, column and rack problems.
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The contact owns a 2009 Volvo S60. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the column turn signal lever detached. The contact stated that the turn signal and headlight switches were inoperable due to the failure. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure, and an appointment was scheduled for a future date. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 155,000.
I am submitting this report to formally document a severe safety-related failure involving my 2013 Volvo S60, VIN # [[redacted]] . This vehicle is part of the Volvo brand, widely recognized and marketed as among the safest in the world. Incident Summary: On [[redacted]], at approximately [[redacted]] in Norwalk, Connecticut, the vehicle experienced a catastrophic mechanical failure while in operation. The auxiliary (serpentine) belt suddenly failed, shredded itself, and wrapped around the timing pulley. Debris...
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from the failed belt entered the timing belt housing - a supposedly sealed and protected compartment - causing the timing belt to jump. This resulted in an immediate loss of engine power while driving, placing me in a highly vulnerable position. Fortunately, I was not on a multi-lane highway or in fast-moving traffic. Had I been traveling on a busier route, the sudden loss of power could have led to a serious crash and potential injury. This failure represented a genuine threat to my safety. Further inspection revealed that: The lower crankshaft sprocket had skipped three teeth due to the intrusion of the auxiliary belt. The timing belt, although not broken, was off track. A new timing belt was installed in an attempt to restart the engine. The engine would crank but failed to start. A compression test revealed zero compression in all cylinders. The valve train was severely damaged (bent valves), and the engine sustained internal mechanical failure beyond repair. Conclusion and Context: This is not an isolated incident. Upon further research, I discovered that this failure - specifically the auxiliary belt disintegrating and compromising the timing belt system - is a known and well-documented problem in vehicles equipped with the B5254T12 Turbo engine. Volvo has been previously alerted to similar cases before. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
I have experienced the steering in my car to become looser over time. I have found the culprit to be a plastic tension cap on the steering rack itself. The cap appears to have stripped and backed out completely and is now resting against the subframe. There is no warning of this happening and very hard to pinpoint the cause. The effect is that there is about 10 degrees of play in the steering wheel. It appears that it only affects the left wheel as that one is loose and the right wheel is tight. I will be taking it to the dealer to see if there is a replacement or an upgraded version of this cap but feel this should be addressed further as this could happen without warning.
The steering wheel trim peeled and created a razor sharp surface at the bottom which sliced through my finger and caused pain and bleeding. It is difficult to avoid touching the sharp part of the steering wheel especially at highway speeds. This startled me while driving and distracted me while I attempted to stop the bleeding. Volvo has agreed to replace the trim but will charge for labor if I choose to go into a dealer.
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...
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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 mileage was approximately 126,000.
The steering has become less responsive and I experience steering wheel play, replacing fluid has not resolved this issue. *Tr
While driving, computer screens all went black and engine shut down. If it had happened 1 mile prior, would have been going 50-55 on a curvy two lane road and would have resulted in serious injury or death. Towed to dealer awaiting results.
Bought used volvo only had 66,000 miles on it 1st shifter stuck in park, there apparently is a slot in behind shifter in the cubby to stick key in and manually unlock shifter, 2nd serious wabble at 50+ mph was told by volvo it was washer system needed in all wheel drive, the was not the issue needed drivers axel. Only 1 month after replacing front drivers axel I already hear the tell tail clicking of axel bearing gone bad on a new 750.00 Axel, 3rd fog / running light on bumper flickers over bumps. 4Th had the replace bearings on struts all under 70,000 miles on the car not impressed volvo
Steering wheel squeaks and creaks when cold. Told it relates to airbag spring, trim around airbag. Going back for 4th repair.
Bd44 srs air bag trim has become loose on the back of the steering wheel resulting in a sharp hard plastic being exposed resulting in the driver cutting his finger ( drawing blood) while driving on the highway. Significantly distracted the driver as he removed one hand from the wheel in response tom the cut. Apparently the glue for the trim is inadequate to keep it safely secured.
The metal trimming on the steering wheel is frayed. It cuts my hands when the steering wheel turns.
A metal silver piece on steering has a sharp edge that resulted in a cut on finger while driving. The vehicle was in motion and turning.
In stop and go traffic, my foot was on the brake to slow down. I took my foot off the brake and stepped on the accelerator as traffic moved again, there was no response to my foot on the gas pedal. The fuel tank, which I had just filled 10 miles before, showed as empty on the fuel gage. I was very, very slowly rolling forward with residual momentum and my steering wasn't working. There was just enough play in the wheel and forward momentum to aim and arrive at the shoulder of the highway. This was on rte 156 in...
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monterey county, california, where very dangerous accidents happen all the time. Car had to be towed and the dealership has been unable to replicate failure. It was outrageously dangerous and I was alone with my 11-year-old child. So frightening!!!
I just recently went to a dealer for a gas fuel leak. They noticed a crack in the holder. The mechanic also asked me to check for a recall before fixing due to this being a common problem with some volvos. I am also noticing there is a powersteering leakage somewhere because im constantly putting in powersteering. Please take my complaint in consideration due to it being life threating and I have children who I have to carry around in that vehicle. If its a defective equitment on volvo im asking for immediate replacement. For safety
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 volvo s60. While driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle stalled and the brakes and power steering malfunctioned without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 173,000.
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