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2006 Volvo S60 repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (23%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (4%)

Chart based on 226 repairs.
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2006 Volvo S60 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (21%)

$100 - $499 (31%)

< $100 (36%)

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Chart based on 160 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Volvo S60

Engine not specified

Volvo S60 in California, United States
Jun 2009 - Jun 2011
Jul 2009

83000 mi

US $100
Air conditioner blowing warm air. 
May 2010

94000 mi

US $920
Replaced timing belt and water pump.  
Volvo S60 in Alabama, United States
May 2008 - Mar 2010
Jun 2008

35000 mi
Rear headrests would not retract. Climate control console was replaced under warranty, turns out there was a kinked wire. Problem is fixed now. 
Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2009 - Jun 2011
Jan 2010

63000 mi
gas cap replaced for evaporation leak detection 

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2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 300hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Volvo S60 in Montana, United States
Jan 2012 - Mar 2013
Feb 2012

69000 mi

US $120
Faulty Mass Air Flow Sensor. Found a BOSCH part and replaced with Genuine Volvo Part. Air filter was dirty. Replaced air filter. No problems to date. 
Volvo S60 in California, United States
Aug 2011 - Nov 2011
Oct 2011

43000 mi

US $800
Front brake pad replace, Mass air flow sensor replace after check engine light/throttle surging Check engine light "Engine system service required". Throttle body cleaned, PCV, MAF replaced. 
Volvo S60 in California, United States
Jun 2009 - Dec 2012
Jul 2009

24000 mi
Emissions solenoid. Had auto trans valve body replaced by dealer under warranty due to harsh downshifting.  
Jun 2011

48000 mi
replaced both front struts, both front spring seats, both front swaybar endlinks, and finally, the front swaybar swaybar and mounts (which was the culprit) 
Volvo S60 in Colorado, United States
Jun 2010 - Dec 2013
Dec 2013

50000 mi

US $125
Rear door speaker panel was cracked (cause unknown). Replacement panel installed (panel replacement requires removal of door trim) successfully. 
Volvo S60 in Oklahoma, United States
Jul 2009 - Aug 2020
Aug 2009

24800 mi
turn signal was shorting out. Was told that this was a very common problem and eventually all of the turn signal stalks from the factory go bad. They were ready for me with a part. Signal stalk replacement 
Nov 2009

28000 mi
premature leather dye failure revised valve body replacement 
Jul 2010

33000 mi
Driver seat popping noise nav software update interior A pillar noise. I think I fixed it by pressing/tapping on the A pillar trim. 
Aug 2010

34000 mi
Seat popped when turning left 
May 2015

46000 mi

US $550
PCV hose cracked, replaced entire PCV system. 
Volvo S60 in Ontario, Canada
Feb 2009 - Mar 2013
Mar 2009

45880 mi
Door lock (was causing alarm malfunction). Steering stops noisy - lubed to fix. Driver seat creaking under load (eg. lean) - fixed by lube. 
Aug 2009

49600 mi
Leaking radiator Intercooler for turbo Valve body Angle gear (AWD) 
Jan 2010

62440 mi

C $600
High pitched whine from speakers when car is running (even if radio is off). Rear passenger door lock was defective (showed code) 
Oct 2010

66440 mi
Front wheel bearings replaced Struts and shocks defective/worn out. 
Dec 2010

66960 mi

C $225
Front 4C struts replaced under extended warranty and related spring seats (this part paid by owner). 
Mar 2011

70680 mi

C $100
Steering knuckle was failing 
Jun 2011

74400 mi

C $100
Front driveshafts were bad due to torn boots causing leak and contamination. 
Dec 2011

81840 mi
Blower motor required replacement (noisy) 
Apr 2012

85560 mi
Rear shocks need to be replaced 
Jun 2012

88040 mi

C $850
Replace rear shocks 
Oct 2012

94240 mi

C $500
Bad front strut Serviced PCV system including broken PCV hose 
Volvo S60 in California, United States
Apr 2011 - Dec 2016
Jan 2014

US $1400
ABS sensor on left rear needed replacing. Same wheel needed new bearing. 
Volvo S60 in California, United States
Jan 2013 - Aug 2014
Oct 2013

34200 mi

US $1200
coolant have to be added every couple of days, no leaks can be found. apparently went in the engine. 

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2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 300hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual AWD

Volvo S60 in Colorado, United States
Dec 2009 - Jun 2011
Jan 2010

27000 mi
Noticed what felt like a broken spring seat. Took it in to the dealer, they replaced both of them in the front. The whole thing was covered under warranty. 
Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States
Jan 2008 - Apr 2018
Mar 2009

38000 mi
AWD began slipping on initial takeoff under full throttle. Initial diagnosis was nothing wrong. AWD then failed 1 year later. Collar was broken and stuck to shaft, which warranted a new tranmission. The angle gear was also replaced. 
Nov 2009

47200 mi
Turn signal stalk replacement. 
Apr 2013

112300 mi

US $570
Front Left/Right Control Arm Bushings (F/R) 
Jun 2013

114000 mi

US $65
Intake camshaft reset solenoid valve had faulty connection and would not energize causing the engine to run in a low performance state. 
Oct 2013

118700 mi

US $300
2 Failed ignition coils. Replaced all 5 coil packs and all 5 spark plugs. 
Feb 2015

142000 mi

US $600
Replaced front/rear shocks/struts (one was leaking), strut tops, front wheel bearings 
Volvo S60 in Minnesota, United States
Sep 2007 - Mar 2013
Jun 2007

20000 mi
- vibration under braking from highway speeds - smoke from rear of engine bay after driving hard - Axle ping/clicking performing garage maneuvers (TNN77-08-2004-03-25) - Excessive leather wear on and excessive play of back of drivers seat - various in 
Jul 2007

22500 mi
One headlamp was vibrating badly and replaced. 
Aug 2007

23300 mi
Had to go to a second dealer to get headlamp repair done. 
Sep 2007

24000 mi
Wiring harness replaced after headlamp repair was done incorrectly and the accessory drive belt rubbed through some wiring! 
Apr 2008

30600 mi
- squeak/creak in suspension - distorted sound from front passenger door speakers at ANY volume - wind noise from corner of drivers door, seal isn't flush on door compared to passenger side 
Jun 2008

35000 mi
Outer tie rod end was loose and replaced. Door seals falling off and were replaced. Various interior rattles fixed. 
Jul 2008

38500 mi
Wheel bearings noisy and needed to be replaced AWD system failed and needed to be replaced Axles are clicking and were glued Cost was zero as it was covered by warranty 
Aug 2008

39000 mi
Had to visit a second dealer to get AWD system covered under warranty. 
Apr 2009

57000 mi
Clutch position sensor failed. Also, clutch pedal springs fell off the car. 
Oct 2009

63000 mi

US $70
Fuel lines became detached from car 
Dec 2009

68000 mi

US $150
Parking brake stuck on, immobilizing car. Outer tie rod was loose More parts in the parking brake system needed replacing. Brake was still dragging after first repair attempt. 
Jan 2010

68000 mi
The spline sleeve/collar and angle gear of the AWD system failed with a loud metallic BANG and had to be replaced. This is a very common failure for modern Volvo AWD systems and as such was easy for myself and the dealer to diagnose. 
Jan 2011

94800 mi
throttle body cleaned 
May 2011

92000 mi
Suspension was getting noisy and crashing somewhat over bumps. Various suspension parts replaced (bushings, mounts, etc). 
Volvo S60 in California, United States
Dec 2008 - Jun 2009
Mar 2009

50000 mi
Had to go in for faulty clutch position switch. took 3 days to repay. it threw everything off -- turbo, fan, intercooler, and engine timing. Fixed the switch, that worked. problem solved. prior to that, it would backfire, stutter on acceleration, and the  
Jun 2009

50000 mi
Clutch position switch replaced again. Right front strut replaced. Needed a software code reset to fix a faulty window that wouldn't roll up properly. 
Volvo S60 in North Carolina, United States
Apr 2009 - Jun 2009
Jun 2009

35000 mi
$700 to repair a blower motor that was damaged due to Volvo letting debris fall into the blower when they did a windshield change. Volvo would not cover it under warranty. Still not fixed. 
Volvo S60 in Maryland, United States
Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010

60000 mi

US $550
Gas gauge intermittent. 

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2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 257hp 2.4L I5 6-speed manual FWD

Volvo S60 in Florida, United States
Dec 2011 - Jun 2018
Jan 2012

47000 mi
I had the bulbs replaced in November - then the passenger side went out within two weeks and they said it was because the connector melted. Then it happened on the driver's side - but no melting. Now it has happened AGAIN. Replaced another headlight bulb, other side. Will be having more tests performed. 
Feb 2012

47300 mi

US $113
Took to an ASE certified mechanic w/Volvo expertise to diagnose the premature light failure. Had to replace both bulbs on the right side and rewire the pigtail. Future repair needed on left headlight. 
Dec 2013

62000 mi

US $1300
New alternator required. Noticed due to a whining noise. Could have continued to drive but it may have gone out at any time. Indicator signal had issues - intermittently would not keep the signal on, signal tempo would be irregular, etc. The strut holding up the hood was broken. 
Jul 2016

81000 mi

US $100
Still being diagnosed. My mechanic replaced fuel filter but issue continued. Dropped offat Volvo on Jul 30 and they will run diagnostics on Aug 1. Has to do with fuel pressure and car stalling while accelerating or at a stop. 
Aug 2016

81500 mi

US $1270
Broken engine mount Fuel pressure sensor not working Right front spring seat broken Excessive play in right front link rod 
Oct 2016

84000 mi

US $400
Sun shade on moon roof would jam when trying to retract. Turned out that one of the plastic rails is slides on had cracked and needed to be replaced. 

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2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 257hp 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volvo S60 in Malaysia
May 2011 - Dec 2012
Jun 2011

89280 mi
The sensor light was triggered. (transmission service required urgent) Sensor light triggered. STC and ABS system need urgent service. 
Volvo S60 in California, United States
Jul 2009 - Mar 2010
Oct 2009

43000 mi

US $360
loose steering wheel 
Dec 2009

44000 mi

US $225
Loose steering wheel. 
Volvo S60 in California, United States
May 2018 - Nov 2022
Jun 2018

120000 mi
Check engine light came on. Diagnosed and replace MAF. 
Volvo S60 in Texas, United States
Jan 2008 - Oct 2009
Sep 2009

27000 mi
Problem on startup - engine cranking but not igniting right away. Faulty temperature sensor. 
Volvo S60 in Minnesota, United States
Apr 2008 - Jul 2017
Feb 2013

48000 mi

US $540
both camshaft sensors were bad. replaced both sensors. 
Jun 2016

55000 mi

US $500
replaced a few non brake pad/rotor parts and bled brake system. Steering wheel had movement forward and back of about 3/8 to 1/2 inch. Not sure how they fixed, but told me it was a pain. 
Oct 2016

56000 mi

US $75
drivers side brake light 
Mar 2017

56650 mi
Ticking noise diagnosed as probably being a semi stuck lifter. More of an advisory trip, told to use premium gas and a couple of tanks of gas with Seafoam, alternating two with additive, one without in between. Update, July: seems to have worked. 

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2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volvo S60 in California, United States
Dec 2016 - Feb 2017
Jan 2017

US $1000
O2 Sensor replaced. PCV and breather hose replaced 
Feb 2017

122000 mi

US $2000
Large A/C leak, estimated repair but not done. PCV system clogged. Oil trap and hoses replaced. Fuel pressure sensor went bad. Transmission mounts failed 
Volvo S60 in Connecticut, United States
Mar 2010 - Dec 2021
Nov 2010

66150 mi

US $100
In-warranty repair of radio antenna lead wire. In-warranty repair of radio antenna lead wire. Replace broken gas door hinge. 
Jul 2011

74000 mi

US $500
Defective rear caliper. R&R caliper, both rear rotors & pads, parking brake shoes. 
Oct 2011

78000 mi
Replace alternator, noisy bearing Replaced upper engine mount 
Aug 2015

122700 mi

US $1100
Check engine light lit. Replaced fuel pump. 
Jun 2018

144125 mi

US $35
Replace burnt low beam headlight bulbs 
Volvo S60 in California, United States
Feb 2008 - Jan 2022
Sep 2016

141000 mi

US $65
replaced fuel level sensor 
Dec 2021

182000 mi

US $110
Front pads and rotors 

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2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Volvo S60 in Quebec, Canada
May 2010 - Dec 2016
Jun 2010

29140 mi
Engine warning light comes on. Performed diagnostic of computer; no clear cause identified. reset computer and told to wait and see. 
Jul 2010

30070 mi
Engine warning light comes on. This is a recurring problem. light came on again after resetting of the computer. Performed computer diagnostic. No clear cause identified. Reset the computer again. Engine warning light comes on. This is a recurring problem. light came on again after resetting of the computer. Performed computer diagnostic. No clear cause identified. Reset the computer again. 
Dec 2010

34100 mi
Engine light is always on. Shop has done the computer diagnostics on several occasions (5 so far) with no clear cause identified. After reset, the light comes back on within a few hours. Not sure if this is a hidden defect subject to recall 
Nov 2011

41540 mi

C $800
Transmission fluid, winterize, and new battery 
Jan 2012

53700 mi

C $500
Front end Connecting rod replacement. Reset on-board computer. Problem is apparently with an exhaust sensor that gives false readings. 
Mar 2012

43400 mi

C $800
Replace front brake pads and shocks 
Jun 2013

48980 mi

C $700
damaged rear spindle and hand brake mechanism 
Sep 2013

50220 mi

C $500
Exhaust retention clamps broke 
Jan 2014

43960 mi

C $1500
Ignition to steering interlock failed. Could not turn key past 1st position to start engine. 
Mar 2014

52700 mi

C $40
Power Steering fluid leak. Hose and clamp replaced. 
Sep 2014

54560 mi

C $980
Steering lock up due to failed seal in steering rack. Replaced with used rack unit (50% of price of new factory part). Had to wait 3 days to source part. 
Feb 2015

56420 mi

C $100
Replaced tail Pipe clamp. 
Aug 2015

57860 mi

C $804
Replaced right rear spindle, failed due to rust damage. Note( left rear previously repaired in 2013) 
Mar 2016

59520 mi
Rear wheel bearing replacement (left) 
Jun 2016

60760 mi

C $450
Check Engine light/CO2 Sensor replaced 
Aug 2016

61380 mi

C $1300
Haldex Differential Electronic Module 
Dec 2016

62620 mi
Impending repairs prompted sale of car. 
Volvo S60 in Ohio, United States
Oct 2016 - Jun 2018
Feb 2016

130000 mi

US $3000
ABS/AWD failed, had to replace a lot ABS/Awd failed 

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2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic FWD

Volvo S60 in Tennessee, United States
Feb 2008 - Aug 2016
Jun 2008

38000 mi

US $110
MAF sensor causing CEL code. Monitored OBD2 output of MAF sensor to identify no response from MAF. 
Sep 2011

92000 mi

US $275
Worn bushing on sway bar link creaking & clunking on bumps. Replaced link, rotated tires and performed alignment as periodic maintenance.  
Sep 2012

111000 mi

US $75
Replace worn sway bar link. 
Sep 2014

139000 mi

US $400
Replaced lower control arms, and struts. The struts were basically preventative. The lower arms were functional but compromised and were showing signs of torn rubber in the bushings. Replaced brake pads while working there. $290. Replaced right and left Axles/CV joints due to torn boots and noisy CV joints. $110. 
Volvo S60 in California, United States
Nov 2008 - Sep 2016
Aug 2010

65000 mi

US $300
Loss of coolant noticed and tracked for four weeks. Plastic side cover of radiator chamber split. Passenger side. Replaced with Volvo original part. 
Apr 2013

87000 mi

US $200
Bushings and A-arms replaced. 
Aug 2013

87600 mi

US $150
A faulty regulator at the air filter was causing hard and stumbling starts. Part replaced and issue solved. 
Dec 2013

89000 mi

US $100
Left headlamp failed. Plastic cover designed to R&R bulb too close to other components. Entire bumper had to be removed. All lamps replaced. 
Volvo S60 in Massachusetts, United States
Dec 2015 - Jun 2018
Dec 2015

119000 mi

US $525
Replaced original starter 
Sep 2016

127000 mi

US $300
Replaced faulty A/C Compressor and recharged system Worn Sway bar links. Replaced sway bar links 
Jun 2017

136000 mi

US $300
A common problem with Volvos S60s (and similar models) after 100,000 miles. The Oil Breather Trap get clogged and the engine starts burning multiple quarts of oil very quickly. Unfortunately this repair requires you to remove the intake manifold and multiple hoses and electrical connections. The Oil Breather Trap is just a simple plastic box with an extra hole to increases airflow to the engine. I did the repair and the car is running fine again. Replaced Tie-rod ends. 
Volvo S60 in Idaho, United States
Mar 2016 - Jun 2018
Feb 2018

54950 mi

US $100
Tranny had started to slip once every few days. Took car in to check condition/level of fluid and it was full but dark and smelled burnt. Had it changed but problem was not resolved. 
Volvo S60 in Ohio, United States
Feb 2016 - Mar 2017
Dec 2016

105700 mi

US $2725
Suspension making noise while driving. Shop found right front strut leaking, spring seats are broken, and control arm bushings are cracking. Removed and replaced struts, spring seats, and control arm bushings ($1663.86 including labor). Alignment ($94.95) Replaced timing belt kit and axuliary belt ($739.96 including labor). Also replaced a few bulbs. 
Volvo S60 in South Carolina, United States
Mar 2015 - Apr 2016
Jun 2015

185000 mi

US $164
Had tie rods replace 
Volvo S60 in California, United States
Jul 2008 - Apr 2019
Jan 2008

44000 mi
rear window trim was replaced... 
Jul 2011

79000 mi
Replaced headlight. 
Apr 2013

87300 mi

US $600
Head light repair. I would replace the bulb and it would last around a week and go out again. So the whole passenger side assembly was the problem. And aftermarket wheel prob. 
Apr 2014

96500 mi

US $1200
had to replace driver side head light assmly 
Oct 2015

115000 mi

US $650
key ignition went bad, 600 bucks later... 
Apr 2016

123300 mi
AC recharged; ignition switch went bad 
Oct 2016

130000 mi

US $650
Had to replace starter. An in line turbo oil leak. 
Mar 2018

147000 mi

US $300
oil pump was leaking. 
Jun 2018

152000 mi

US $300
recharge, oil change, flush ac/ vent 
Feb 2019

159000 mi

US $350
replace radiator. 
Volvo S60 in Connecticut, United States
Mar 2011 - Dec 2016
Dec 2011

62000 mi
gas gauge did not work, brought to dealker to have repaired, they replaced sensor, when we got car home, all gasoline leaked out of car, had car towed back to dealer and they resealed sensor 
Jun 2012

74000 mi

US $297
Front of AC compressor fell off due to broken bolt. repaired and cleared faults in computer and topped off freon. 
Sep 2015

109000 mi

US $500
Serpentine belt was replaced 
Mar 2016

117000 mi
battery connection loose 
Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States
Aug 2010 - Sep 2016
Sep 2011

88000 mi
radiator tank leaking-seam leaking-plastic intermediate start problem-dealer found no cause but as a token redid the starter motor connector. I believe it will resurface. Because very intermittent it may take 6 months to show again. When it happens it results in a tow. 
Dec 2012

106000 mi

US $100
headlight bulb-earlier repair by previous owner caused bulb not to be able to release. Had to remove entire headlight assembly, thus, bumper cover etc to get this out to remove bulb due to lack of space.This 10 min job turned into a 3 days 
Mar 2013

107000 mi

US $1000
PCV crankcase tank box (kit is about $400 in parts and a 1 day job-(well over 1000 at dealer). Also changed spark plugs, flushed coolant, changed brake fluid, timing belt, serpentine belt, water pump, tensioners and idler pulleys. 
Jul 2013

109500 mi

US $80
Clunks in front end of car with small bumps, especially at low speeds. diagnosed as front sway bar ends, replaced sway bar ends only, resolved completely. S60 known for this problem. 
Volvo S60 in Quebec, Canada
Aug 2010 - Jun 2011
Oct 2010

52700 mi

C $50
Car would not start. Cranked but no fuel was being delivered. Gas line valve replaced. 
Volvo S60 in Pennsylvania, United States
Sep 2009 - Dec 2017
May 2010

27900 mi

US $2700
complete suspension rebuild. struts, shocks and bushings. Previous owner must have been a salesperson for a book company and always driving on cobblestone roads. This makes the car like new!!! 
Apr 2017

57000 mi

US $350
Complete pcv replacement 
Jun 2017

59000 mi
Plugs, air filter,fuel filter, cleaned MAF 
Volvo S60 in Oklahoma, United States
Mar 2010 - Oct 2015
Jun 2012

127000 mi

US $150
A/C was blowing cooler on one side. Recharged system appears to be fine. 
Mar 2013

143000 mi

US $900
The A/C Condenser was bad. So I forked over the painful $900. Now it works great! Plus oil change. Total bill $975.00 
Jul 2013

150000 mi
Oil change, spark plugs and Replace pcv hose from cylinder head to pcv box 
Feb 2014

157900 mi

US $700
Reset window switch. The window would auto roll up halfway and then reverse and roll back down. They reset the auto/up window switch. 
Aug 2014

167000 mi

US $600
Check Engine Light came on. Needed new starter 
Sep 2014

169000 mi
The check engine light is back on. Mechanic not sure what the problem is exactly.I'll have them shut it off on next oil change. 
Nov 2014

171300 mi

US $1100
Car needed struts 
Feb 2015

175000 mi

US $87
Routine Oil Change. Shut off Check Engine light--but back on... I gave up on that 10K miles ago. 
Jun 2015

180000 mi
Coolant leak. Just a loose clamp. 
Jul 2015

180800 mi

US $190
Seam split on drivers seat. Trim Shop 
Oct 2015

185000 mi
Check engine light on. 
Volvo S60 in Alabama, United States
Aug 2010 - Dec 2015
Aug 2011

70000 mi

US $100
Unsure of location of leak - waiting on future analysis 
Oct 2011

75000 mi

US $400
Passenger door locks no longer worked with auto lock 
Jan 2014

99200 mi

US $1500
Compressor needed to be replaced 
Apr 2015

127500 mi

US $935
Fuel sensor, Strut plate replacement 
Volvo S60 in California, United States
Jul 2009 - Sep 2018
Jun 2010

104000 mi

US $850
Air conditioner stopped working; crack discovered in condenser; part replaced @ $500 plus labor. 
Jul 2016

195700 mi

US $160
Misfiring, power loss. Replaced bad ignition coil 
Aug 2018

224000 mi

US $1430
Front strut caps degrade after about 100k miles producing rattling in suspension Also replaced front struts and rear shocks. 

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2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic AWD

Volvo S60 in British Columbia, Canada
Jun 2010 - Dec 2011
Jul 2010

11780 mi
Over-revving fan -- Poor connection to water temp sender. Fixed by simply removing and then reattaching connecter. 
Volvo S60 in Arizona, United States
May 2014 - Jul 2016
Jun 2014

101000 mi

US $50
AWD went out Radiator slow leak $900 estimate. 
Sep 2014

105000 mi
Washer fluid bottle broken, leaks 
Jul 2016

120000 mi

US $1170
Upper strut mount passenger side PCV system including breather box $550 
Volvo S60 in New Hampshire, United States
Apr 2010 - Jun 2015
Dec 2011

103000 mi

US $500
A bad ball bearing was creating noise. A clip holding a brake pad had broken off.  
Apr 2012

106000 mi

US $175
Bad ball bearing discovered and replaced when snow tires were changed. 
Aug 2012

110800 mi

US $200
Parking brake broke such that car wouldn't move. Evaporative leak causing Check Engine light to come on. 
Feb 2014

130700 mi

US $3150
Initial problem was insufficient cabin heat. Bad cabin thermometer. Bad fuel pump, replaced timing belt. 
Dec 2014

143000 mi

US $190
I don't remember. 
Jun 2015

145000 mi

US $319
Tie-rod replaced. 
Volvo S60 in New York, United States
Jul 2012 - Jul 2013
Feb 2013

100400 mi

US $300
I don't remember what the problem was but they recommended more than I could financially handle so they agreed to repair what they could to ensure the car was safe and recommended I return for the remaining work. I just don't remember and can't locate service record for this. There was so much noise generated by the car and it continued even after repairs were made. 
Jul 2013

109000 mi
Car didn't drive well. The mechanic informed me the car was not safe to drive faster than 30-40 miles an hour, that it needed a great deal of expensive repairs and suggested I immediately trade the car. 
Volvo S60 in New York, United States
Dec 2015 - Jun 2020
Dec 2015

104000 mi

US $3800
Engine would stall when coming to a stop light. Dealer diagnosed a faulty fuel pressure sensor and a couple of bad emissions hoses. After repairs were done the engine CPU was reprogrammed. Car was making a very noticeable clunking noise when driving over bumps and potholes. Dealer diagnosed faulty rear suspension control arms and stabilizer bar. After repairs the noise disappeared. 
Mar 2016

105000 mi

US $1300
Long standing coolant leak. Radiator was replaced. Leak is gone. Braking was poor. Had rotors, pads and parking brake mechanism replaced. Braking is normal now. 

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2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 177hp 2.0L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Volvo S60 in Netherlands
May 2009 - Jun 2018
Jun 2009

11780 mi
airco stops when outside temp. is higher then 20. deg. diag. comp says all is oke, even if its 35 deg. inside the car. 
Jul 2009

12400 mi
airco got fixed, former owner replaced airco pump. metal particals of old pump were in aircosystem and clogged it up. there is a venturi were high pressure liquid gets sprayed in low pressure part. here is a fine mesh filter, this was clogged. 
Jul 2010

93600 mi
1 strut have to be replaced 1 torsion bar needed some work, misfit from new. 
Apr 2012

123460 mi
Xenon bulb changed, 
Dec 2012

133920 mi

€300
left side seal of the powersteering cylinder was leaking oil 
Mar 2013

137640 mi

€470
I ordered the magnetic cluths, thinking that was the problem with the AC. But the cluths was burned because the ac pump siezed up. I will replace pump later. 
Nov 2013

151280 mi
Seized ac pump 
Feb 2014

154380 mi

€600
Gearcase flush, replacing steering strut, cleaning lenses of headlights. 
May 2014

158100 mi

€80
Rear brake claw got stuck 
Oct 2014

165820 mi

€75
Mid engine strut got souple 
Nov 2015

186620 mi

€400
End muffer leaked after 9 years 
Sep 2017

217620 mi

€600
Replaced fronts trust, steering arm,  brakes and pads 

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2006 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan

168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed automatic FWD

Volvo S60 in United Arab Emirates
Jan 2008 - Nov 2008
Feb 2008

9300 mi
Fuel door hinge replaced. 
May 2008

11160 mi
Indicator relay in dashboard replaced. 

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