2007 Volvo S60 FWD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2007 Volvo S60 FWD; the most frequently affected component is air bags — inflator module. Owners filed 21 complaints, most often about electrical system. Among the 18 model years of this model in the database, 2007 ranks #15 for number of recalls.

Recalls2

Complaints21

Crashes reported2in stored complaints

Fires reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (2)

Air bags — Inflator moduleCampaign 21V766000 · 30 Sep 2021

Problem: 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.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

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.

Equipment — Navigational system(global positioning system)Campaign 10V566000 · 08 Nov 2010

Problem: Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.

Risk: An overheated battery could lead to a fire.

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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 21 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Electrical system7 · 33%

Air bags5 · 24%

Power train3 · 14%

Engine2 · 10%

Service brakes2 · 10%

Hydraulic2 · 10%

Unknown or other2 · 10%

Seat belts2 · 10%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

While driving approximately 70mph in heavy traffic, in unfamiliar area and dark, the car experienced complete shutdown of electrical and mechanical power. The shutdown was instantaneous without any prior warning that a catastrophic failure was looming. The driver was without all lighting, power assist brakes or…
Electrical system · Dec 2014 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 volvo s60. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 70 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was started and functioned as normal. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was…
Engine · Dec 2014 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2007 Volvo S60. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V766000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had…
Air bags · Dec 2021 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 volvo s60. While driving approximately 1 mph he applied pressure to the brake pedal and it extended without resistance to the floor. In order to operate the brake pedal he had to apply repeated pressure to it. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where he was informed that the…
Service brakes · Nov 2010 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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