2003 Volvo S60 Brakes Problems

“The dash information sytem will randomly go blank and display srs and brake failure, along with all information lights blinking on and off. Also the analog gauges like the speedometer and fuel gauge will go to 0 and empty or just move eratically to any number or position while driving. At night sometimes the entire dash or information center will go black (no lights at all) and on odd occasions one headlight may go out and come back on.”

“Brake booster starts leaking air from vacuum pressure. Read online that this is quite often from other Volvo owners around the time when the mileage gets to between 95,000 and 100,000. Reduced braking power as a result of defect.”

“While operating the vehicle a loud bang was heard from the rear of the vehicle causing a momentary moving disturbance (shimmy). Upon stopping the vehicle to inspect, I noticed there was no longer any tension on the parking brake. Continuing to drive indicated that the brake was seized on one wheel and loose/rattling parts from somewhere near the rear wheel. Further investigation has so far revealed that this may not be an uncommon problem for S60 volvos with repeated complaints appearing on enthusiasts sites including incidents of both rear wheels seizing while the vehicle is in operation. …”

“The contact owns a 2003 Volvo S60. The contact stated that the entire instrument panel failed, including all gauges and warning lights. In addition, the contact stated that the brakes were affected by the failure. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility where the failure was diagnosed as the instrument panel control module. The manufacturer was contact and advised that the vehicle was out of warranty therefore, they were not able to assist with the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 89,000.”