2008 Volvo S60 Volvo S60 2008

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2008 Volvo S60 repairs by problem area

Engine (50%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (13%)

Suspension and Steering (38%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (0%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

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2008 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan

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

85000 mi Car demonstrated poor acceleration for a turbo at 35mph. Car started doing a hissing sound every time accelerating. Mechanic says turbo on car may be damaged, diagnostic time would cost over $800. Declined service. 
99000 mi

US $75
My muffler lost a clip and was rattling over bumps and became loose. Reattached clip. 

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2008 Volvo S60 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic FWD

35000 mi Car towed twice to dealer within a few days after going "limp" with "reduced engine performance" and "check engine" messages - first time, they "reset" computer; second time,they replaced the throttle body. Covered 
50000 mi Wiring "harness" to throttle replaced when car went into limp mode a year after the throttle replacement; this did not fix the problem and a new throttle was installed. Required three trips to the dealer. Not sure if problem is fixed,,, 

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2008 Volvo S60 Engine Problems

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