Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| 25149B | 02/20/2006 | 25149B | 10019762 | Checking crankcase ventilation system. *ak | 04/26/2006 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||||
| 0052 | 01/01/2004 | 10006514 | Installing the seal plug in the cylinder block. *mr | 05/05/2004 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 46-13 | 04/18/2008 | 10024466 | 5 cylinder angle gear leakage and resealing. on all wheel drive models. *nj updated 6/5/08. *nj | 04/16/2008 | |
| 123A | 11/01/2003 | 10005321 | Faulty calibration data in the engine control module (ecm) may under some conditions cause the evaporative emission (evap) diagnostic software to operate incompletely. service campaign 123a. *tt | 02/20/2004 | |
| 2322 | 10/15/2002 | 10000301 | Crank no start, no fuel pressure. *tt | 02/21/2003 | |
| 5910 | 01/21/2004 | 5910 | 10000304 | Combination of diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) bcm 0103 and ecm 9400 could be caused by a faulty pedal position sensor. *tt this bulletin replaces previous versions dated 10/21/2002 and 6/23/03. *tt | 02/21/2003 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 0051 | 02/01/2004 | 10006259 | Vvt solenoid, cleaning. *mr | 04/27/2004 | |
| 2839 | 04/23/2002 | 2839 | 635261 | Concerns with rought cold start on vehicles equipped with a b5234t3 high-pressure turbo engine. *tt | 10/21/2002 |
| 2846 | 05/07/2002 | 635265 | Some non turbo engines may experience cold start performance. *tt | 10/21/2002 | |
| 2845 | 04/23/2002 | 635263 | Some vehicles equipped with a b5244t3 low pressure turbo engine, may run rough after cold start, or long cranking time. *tt | 10/21/2002 | |
| 2839 | 11/06/2001 | 627836 | Subject regarding ,sw fid 703, rough cold start, b5234t3 engine. *yd | 02/25/2002 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||||
| 0013 | 11/01/2003 | 10005276 | Evaporative emission (evap) system software. service campaign no. 123a. *tt | 02/18/2004 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CRANKCASE (PCV) | |||||
| 149 | 02/20/2006 | 149D | 10018801 | Warranty coverage should a customer epxerience a defect wit the etm system beyond the terms of the normal new car warranty. *tt troubleshooting electronic throttle system (ets). *tt checking crankcase ventilation system. *tt cleani | 01/17/2006 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 01/07/2013 | 229000 | 1 | |
| While driving in the dark, power to the electronics listed below were lost inevitably and many warning lights/messages appeared on the dash (also listed below under symptoms). there were no warning signs that this was about to happen nor is there any explanation for why it happened. i was driving on a dark road and i lost complete vision of the road due to headlight failure (both low and high beams). this scenario is a common safety issue associated with many other similar volvo years and models. i had to stop the car immediately to avoid crashing and call someone to pick me up. all symptoms from this blackout did not and have not disappeared since it happened, making the car undrivable. these symptoms are suspect to be the result of a cem failure, which also controls emissions. as stated previously, this exact scenario has caused thousands of similar volvo years and models to be recalled/repaired on volvo's behalf. unfortunately, my vehicle model has not been placed under recall for this extremely, dangerous safety defect. i would like to see action taken against volvo and repair costs covered on their behalf. symptoms: brake failure stop safely warning message engine system service required warning message srs airbag service urgent warning message low beam headlights not working high beams headlights not working check engine light on abs light on traction control light on odometer not working radio not working power seats & heated seats not working 12v sockets (front & rear) not working trip odometer not working clock reset. *tr | |||
| 09/04/2011 | 152000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. the contact stated that whenever the vehicle was started, a random gauge would fail on the instrument panel, including the fuel gauge, speedometer and odometer. the vehicle was not inspected or repaired. the vin was not available. the current mileage was 152,000. kmj | |||
| 09/04/2011 | 152000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. the contact stated the vehicle instument panel goes out without warning. the contact stated whenever the vehicle is restarted, something on the instrument panel fails. the contact stated the fuel gauge or speedometer will stop working. the vehicle had not been inspected. the vin was not available. the current mileage was 152000.rl | |||
| 03/25/2011 | 156000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. while driving approximately 20 mph, the contact applied pressure to the accelerator pedal but the vehicle would not accelerate. the contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated on the dash board as the vehicle independently accelerated and then decelerated. the contact did not feel safe operating the vehicle and it was parked. the dealer was contacted and stated that there was an extended warranty offered for the etm unit in the same year, make and model as the contacts vehicle but the vin was not included. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 156,000. | |||
| 03/25/2011 | 156000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. while driving approximately 20 mph the contact applied pressure to the accelerator pedal but the vehicle would not accelerate. the contact stated the check engine light illuminated on the dash board. the vehicle suddenly accelerated and decelerated. the contact did not feel safe driving the vehicle home and left the vehicle parked where the failure occurred. the dealer was contacted and stated there was an extended warranty for the etm unit in that year, make and model but the vin was not included. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 156,000 . ds | |||
| 11/16/2008 | 113400 | 1 | |
| I own a volvo s60 and am having problems (racing idle, uncontrollable cruise control, and complete dying of engine randomly) which are related to eventual failure of the etm which could be a catastrophic event, resulting in serious injury or death. volvo has issued a limited recall but in order to be granted this fix one's vehicle must fail a certain test. if there is no failure, no fix.(the test is not a comprehensive meter of failure) a software upgrade is offered which is essentially an override , in which the system is set to ignore symptoms, so that the check engine light does not employ. this is not a fix.. the problem existing is that my car exhibits all the preliminary problems of the eventual failure of the etm which will result in a limp home mode ,whereas the car will only go approx 15mph, and is immediate, meaning that when this happens one hopes they are not on the freeway .... well, one can use ones imagination. this is very disturbing. still volvo wishes to wait until the complete failure obviously, and i do not wish to gamble with my life in this way. the symptoms at this time are random, indicative of complete failure in the future. volvo hesitates to take complete responsibility of this problem; but are aware of the defective engineering responsible for it. even their fix for this problem is to replace with the same etm (electronic throttle module) which again, is only buying time until it fails also. but just try to get your module replaced ; not an easy thing to do, unless u want to pay for it outright, and that is wrong considering this is a volvo problem, again, that they are aware of. i guess maybe death could be the great motivator. *tr | |||
| 10/01/2008 | 102000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. while driving approximately 35 mph, the check engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. the indicator remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and they stated that the failure was related to the throttle body. the vehicle was repaired. the failures were related to recall#07v152000, fuel system; however, her vin was excluded. the failure and current mileages were 102,000. | |||
| 05/13/2008 | 106004 | 1 | |
| I was driving on the freeway and without warning the engine lost power and the check engine light came on. i coasted off to the shoulder and the engine would only idle, and even that was rough. the message indicator on the dash said something like reduced engine performance. i had the car towed to gengras volvo in meriden. they replaced the etm , software and throttle body at the cost of $1195.43. about two weeks later, i was driving on the freeway and the same thing happened. this time the dealership said the electrical connections to the etm must be bad and replaced same at no cost to me. now about 10 days after that repair, the same thing happened to me on the freeway again. since it is the weekend, i have to wait until monday for the dealer to give me the diagnosis this time. since the second failure of the part i have only driven in the right most lane of the highway so that when the car dies again i can get to the shoulder safely. it is a good thing i do this as the issue comes on suddenly and without any warning. *tr | |||
| 06/21/2007 | 59554 | 2 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. the vehicle unnecessarily goes into uneven engine idling when driving between 10-30 mph. the failure prevents the brakes from working properly. when depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle would continue to roll instead of stopping. when the contact took the vehicle to the dealer, they replaced the throttle, installed a new ecm, and replaced the mass air flow pipe. the current mileage was 63,600 and failure mileage was 59,554. updated 12-12-07. *kb there was a mass air flow failure. updated | |||
| 09/29/2006 | 67644 | 2 | 12/01/2003 |
| Sep 29,2006 my wife was driving home and the car shut off as she was making a turn. she also noted the signal lights and dash lights were acting erratically. come monday we are scheduling a visit to the dealership. this appears to be a safety issue the reason being suppose she had been in highway traffic. *jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 06/14/2011 | 133000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. while driving 60 mph, the contact stated that the vehicle would go into limp mode, causing the vehicle to slow down to 15 mph, at any time. the contact referenced the nhtsa campaign id number: 06v441000 (vehicle speed control), but was told that the vin was not apart of the recall. the dealer and manufacturer denied assistance with repairs to the vehicle failure. the failure was not remedied. the failure mileage was 133,000 and the current mileage was 135,000. nw | |||
| 06/15/2008 | 110000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. while driving at 65 mph the vehicle reduced in speed going to 35 mph. the contact will press on the accelerator pedal and the vehicle will not accelerate at all. the vehicle was taken to a volvo dealer where they diagnosed it being the etm and was replaced under the owners expense. the contact is now having the same problem due to a defective etm. the vehicle will be taken in to have it diagnosed. there have been no additional repairs. the failure mileage was 110000 and the current mileage was 154000.cv | |||
| 07/27/2005 | 32700 | 3 | 12/15/2002 |
| Engine is idling very low. has died on major thoroughfares 3 times in past 2 weeks. did restart. taking it in in 2 days (earliest appointment was a week from when i called the dealership). *nm | |||
| 12/04/2003 | 1500 | 1 | 02/06/2001 |
| I have had many problems with the transmission, car will stall in traffic, car would not start at all. this car has been in service many many times. the problems persist. i have sent 9 emails to their head quarters since 12/5, no reply. *la | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||
| 11/22/2002 | 5 | 11/22/2002 | |
| Fumes entered the passenger compartment of the vehicle, the consumer was told the odor was thought to be a cosmolene like substance, that would eventually subside, however the problem was still there. *ak *jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||
| 06/21/2007 | 59554 | 2 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2002 volvo s60. the vehicle unnecessarily goes into uneven engine idling when driving between 10-30 mph. the failure prevents the brakes from working properly. when depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle would continue to roll instead of stopping. when the contact took the vehicle to the dealer, they replaced the throttle, installed a new ecm, and replaced the mass air flow pipe. the current mileage was 63,600 and failure mileage was 59,554. updated 12-12-07. *kb there was a mass air flow failure. updated | |||