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2001 VOLVO S60

9 recalls Risk Grade: A- Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #09V483000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
Your vehicle's fuel pump, which delivers gasoline to the engine, may develop cracks in the fuel pump flange due to extreme heat and temperature changes, as well as inconsistent fuel quality.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you might notice a fuel smell or leak. If there's an ignition source nearby, it could catch fire.
Free Fix
A Volvo dealer will inspect your fuel pump and replace it with a new, modified design if needed, completely free of charge.
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Original — What Happened
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2001-2005 S80, MODEL YEAR 2001-2004 V70, S60, XC70 AND MODEL YEAR 2003-2005 XC90 VEHICLES SOLD IN OR REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, ARIZONA, ARKANSAS, CALIFORNIA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, HAWAII, KENTUCKY, LOUISIANA, MISSISSIPPI, NEVADA, NEW MEXICO, NORTH CAROLINA, OKLAHOMA, SOUTH CAROLINA, TENNESSEE, TEXAS, UTAH, VIRGINIA AND THE U.S. TERRITORIES. WHEN EXPOSED TO CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS (HOT CLIMATE AND TEMPERATURE CYCLING) OVER TIME AND IN COMBINATION WITH VARYING FUEL QUALITY, THE FUEL PUMP CAN DEVELOP CRACKS IN THE FUEL PUMP FLANGE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE CONDITION OCCURS VEHICLE OWNERS MAY NOTICE FUEL SMELL AND/OR FUEL LEAK WHICH, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL PUMP INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE, AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP WITH A PART OF A MODIFIED DESIGN. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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Critical #07V152000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
You should know that there's a potential issue with your vehicle's fuel delivery system, specifically the fuel pump, which might not work properly in the hot climate of Arizona and Nevada. This could cause a fuel odor.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel pump fails, it could leak fuel and catch fire if there's an ignition source nearby, which could be very dangerous.
Free Fix
Don't worry, the fix is free! Your local Volvo dealership will replace the fuel pump for you, and you can contact them at 1-800-458-1552 to schedule an appointment, starting from July 10, 2007.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ARIZONA AND NEVADA, DUE TO THE COMBINATION OF FUEL QUALITY AND CLIMATE CONDITIONS, THE FUEL PUMP MAY, IN CERTAIN CASES, EXPERIENCE A REDUCED FUNCTIONALITY. THE MOST COMMON SYMPTOMS WOULD BE FUEL ODOR.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 10, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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Critical #07E023000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

Manufacturer
CARDONE INDUSTRIES, INC.
What Happened
The master cylinder is a crucial part of your vehicle's brake system – it's what helps you slow down or stop. In some cases, the seal inside the master cylinder can fail, causing brake fluid to leak out.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake fluid leaks out, your brakes won't work properly, and you could lose control of your vehicle. This could lead to a serious accident and put you and others at risk.
Free Fix
Cardone will contact you directly to replace the faulty master cylinder with a new one at no charge. You'll also have the option to have the defective part repurchased if you've already installed it. Look for a notification letter from Cardone in April 2007, and contact them at 1-800-777-4780 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAIL AND LEAK BRAKE FLUID.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.
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Critical #04V451000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
Your vehicle's electric cooling fan might overheat and cause engine damage or a fire if it fails.
Risk if Unfixed
A fire in your engine compartment could happen, which could be very dangerous.
Free Fix
The dealership will replace the cooling fan for free, and you can contact Volvo Cars at 1-800-458-1552 to schedule an appointment starting November 29, 2004.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS, SOME ELECTRIC COOLING FANS MAY OVERHEAT POTENTIALLY CAUSING HEAT DAMAGE AND, IN RARE INSTANCES, A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD OCCUR.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE COOLING FAN. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 29, 2004. CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.
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High Priority #21V766000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Volvo Car USA, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's driver's side air bag inflator may be at risk of exploding and causing injury or death due to long-term exposure to heat and humidity.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator explodes, sharp metal fragments could hit you or your passengers, causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
You should take your vehicle to the dealership, where a new driver's air bag will be installed at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2006 S80 and 2001-2009 S60 vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10125.
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High Priority #20V681000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Volvo Car USA LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's driver side frontal air bag may have a faulty inflator that could rupture and send metal fragments into the passenger compartment.
Risk if Unfixed
This could cause serious injury or death to you or your passengers if the airbag deploys.
Free Fix
Volvo will replace the driver side air bag module at no cost to you. You'll be notified, and the work will be done by a Volvo dealership.
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Original — What Happened
Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2003 S80 and S60 vehicles sold or ever registered in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The driver side frontal air bag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments into the passage compartment, when the driver side air bag is deployed.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Metal fragments can strike vehicle occupants increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side air bag module, free of charge. The recall began April 20, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10058.
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Moderate #10V566000 Plain English
Component

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
Your GPS unit's battery may overheat and cause a fire, so we're replacing it for you.
Risk if Unfixed
If the battery overheats, it could catch fire, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
You should stop using the GPS unit right now, then visit the dealership where they'll replace the battery and add a spacer at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
VOLVO ADVISES OWNERS TO PLEASE STOP USING THE GARMIN PORTABLE GPS DEVICE IMMEDIATELY, AND VISIT THE GARMIN WEBSITE TO DETERMINE IF THEIR UNIT IS AFFECTED. THE UNIT'S BATTERY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW BATTERY AND A SPACER WILL BE INSERTED ON TOP OF THE BATTERY NEXT TO THE PCB. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN AT 866-957-1981 OR VISIT GARMIN'S WEBSITE AT WWW.GARMIN.COM/NUVIBATTERYPCBRECALL.
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Low Priority #03V284000 Plain English
Component

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
Your vehicle may not have the required second ISOFIX guide installed, and the owner's manual may have incorrect information about ISOFIX.
Risk if Unfixed
Not having the correct ISOFIX guide and information may make it harder for you to safely secure a child restraint system in your vehicle.
Free Fix
You will receive a free package with the correct ISOFIX guide and installation instructions. If you prefer, you can take your vehicle to a Volvo dealership for installation, which will also be done at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE SECOND ISOFIX GUIDE WAS NOT INSTALLED IN THESE VEHICLES AND, IN CERTAIN CASES, THE OWNER'S MANUAL ISOFIX INFORMATION IS INCORRECT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Original — Remedy
OWNERS WILL RECEIVE A LETTER/PACKAGE CONSISTING OF THE SECOND ISOFIX GUIDE WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, AND IN CERTAIN CASES, THE CORRECTED OWNER'S MANUAL MAY BE PROVIDED. IF THE OWNER WANTS TO TAKE THEIR VEHICLE TO A VOLVO DEALER FOR INSTALLATION OF THE GUIDE, IT WILL BE PERFORMED AT NO CHARGE TO THE OWNER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 19, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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Under Review #06V441000 Plain English
Component

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The throttle positioning sensor might not be working correctly, which could cause your car's warning light to come on and limit your speed.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your car might go into a special 'limp home mode' that reduces your speed unnecessarily, which could be frustrating and inconvenient.
Free Fix
You should take your vehicle to the dealer, and they will update the software for free to fix the issue.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A COMBINATION OF THROTTLE POSITIONING SENSOR IRREGULARITIES, A DIRTY THROTTLE HOUSING, AND/OR INEFFICIENT SOFTWARE CALIBRATION MAY CAUSE A WARNING LAMP TO LIGHT AND THE SUBSEQUENT ONSET OF LIMP HOME MODES.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS RESULTED IN A HIGH NUMBER OF VEHICLES GOING INTO THE LIMP HOME MODE WITHOUT NEED.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE CURRENT SOFTWARE UPGRADE ONTO THE INVOLVED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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Browse by Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
2 recalls
AIR BAGS
2 recalls
EQUIPMENT
2 recalls
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 recall
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 recall

Other VOLVO S60 Years

2025
2 recalls
2024
3 recalls
2023
6 recalls
2022
4 recalls
2021
3 recalls
2020
4 recalls
2019
4 recalls
2018
1 recall
2017
5 recalls
2016
4 recalls
2015
2 recalls
2014
3 recalls
2013
4 recalls
2012
8 recalls
2011
6 recalls
2009
3 recalls
2008
2 recalls
2007
2 recalls
2006
4 recalls
2005
4 recalls
2004
6 recalls
2003
7 recalls
2002
9 recalls

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