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2003 VOLVO S60

7 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
The fuel pump is a crucial part in your vehicle that sends gasoline from the tank to your engine. In certain 2001-2005 Volvo models, the pump's flange can crack due to extreme temperatures and poor fuel quality, like in very hot climates or when fuel is of varying quality.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel pump's flange cracks, you might notice a strong fuel smell or a leak. If there's an ignition source nearby, this could lead to a fire, which is a serious safety issue.
Free Fix
Your local Volvo dealer will inspect the fuel pump and replace it with a redesigned one if necessary, at no cost to you. Schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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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 #07V226000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
Your vehicle's fuel pressure sensor might send the engine the wrong information about fuel pressure, which can cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your engine might stall without warning, which could lead to an accident, especially in heavy traffic.
Free Fix
You'll need to take your vehicle to a Volvo dealership, where they'll replace the faulty sensor for free, at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR LOCATED ON THE LEFT END OF THE FUEL RAIL MAY, AT TIMES, TRANSMIT INCORRECT SIGNAL REGARDING THE FUEL PRESSURE TO THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE. IF THE SIGNAL IS OUTSIDE OF THE PRE-PROGRAMMED ALLOWABLE LIMITS, A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE MAY BE SET AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL COME ON. THE SOLDERED JOINTS ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD OF THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR MAY CRACK DUE TO TEMPERATURE CHANGES AND EXCESSIVE VIBRATIONS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
MISFIRE MAY OCCUR DURING DRIVING THAT, IN TURN, WILL REDUCE THE ENGINE TORQUE AND IN THE WORST CASE SCENARIO, THE ENGINE MAY STALL WITHOUT WARNING. IN CERTAIN TRAFFIC SITUATIONS THIS COULD CAUSE AN UNSAFE SITUATION AND POSSIBLY A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 29, 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 critical part of your vehicle's brake system, responsible for sending fluid to your brakes when you press the pedal. In certain cases, the seal on this part can fail and leak brake fluid.
Risk if Unfixed
If the master cylinder seal fails, you'll lose brake fluid, which can cause your brakes to perform poorly. This could lead to a vehicle crash, especially if you need to stop suddenly.
Free Fix
Your dealer will notify you, but if you've already purchased a defective master cylinder, you can contact Cardone directly at 1-800-777-4780 to arrange for a repurchase. This is at no cost to you.
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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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High Priority #21V766000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Volvo Car USA, LLC
What Happened
The airbag in your driver's side is the part that deploys in a crash to cushion the impact. In your 2001-2006 S80 or 2001-2009 S60, the airbag's inflator could burst apart, causing sharp metal shards to hit you or your passengers.
Risk if Unfixed
If the airbag inflator explodes, it could send sharp metal fragments flying towards you, putting you at risk of serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will replace the faulty airbag with a new one, completely free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety.
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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
The driver's side airbag in your vehicle is a critical safety feature that deploys in a crash to cushion the impact. In some 2001-2003 S80 and S60 models, the inflator that makes the airbag work could rupture, sending sharp metal pieces into the passenger compartment when it's deployed.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, metal fragments could hit you or your passengers, causing serious injury or even death. This is a life-threatening situation that demands immediate attention.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will replace the faulty airbag module with a new one, absolutely free. Don't wait for a notification – schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
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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
The Garmin portable GPS unit in your vehicle is the part that helps you navigate. In certain models, the battery inside this unit can overheat and cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the battery gets too hot, it could catch fire, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will replace the faulty battery and add a spacer to prevent overheating. This service is completely free, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.
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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
The ISOFIX guide is a part that helps you safely install child seats in your vehicle. However, in some cases, this guide wasn't properly installed or the instructions in your owner's manual were incorrect, which could affect child seat safety.
Risk if Unfixed
If you rely on the incorrect information, you might not be able to properly secure your child's car seat, which could increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will send you a corrected ISOFIX guide with installation instructions, and in some cases, they'll also send a revised owner's manual. If you'd like, you can visit your dealer to have the guide installed for free.
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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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Browse by Component

AIR BAGS
2 recalls
EQUIPMENT
2 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 recall
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
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
2002
9 recalls
2001
9 recalls

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