2004 Volvo S60 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 5%of 198 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 100,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the steering of the 2004 Volvo S60, 5% of the 198 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 100,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“1/22/08 inserted key and it would only move into the first position activating the radio, lights, etc. Unable to continue to turn key and turn on automobile. Steering column lock assembly failed, although it is expected to last the life of the car, leaving me stranded and without a car for over a week since part comes from germany. 4/17/12 same symptoms and once again I am stranded unexpectedly. Volvo dealer reports this happens often and new double priced part might last longer. …”
NHTSA complaint #10448374, filed 2012-02, 107,231 miles“When turning a corner. I noticed the check engine light was on. The this happened a second time a week later, and then several additional times. I took the car to independent mechanic and he checked it out but couldn't diagnose the problem. He only speculated that it could be the pvc box, but that they were not sure it would fix the problem. The car had approximately 100k after this happened about eight times in the next 3 months, I took the car to Volvo dealer. They checked it out, and told me it may be the pvc box, but they were not sure this would fix the problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10459330, filed 2012-05, 100 miles“The 2.4l 2004 Volvo S60 experiences erratic behavior and engine failure when operating multiple concurrent electrical systems. When these systems (operated within specified guidelines) are used concurrently they cause the following conditions: engine failure, loss of power steering, loss of brakes. …”
NHTSA complaint #10677090, filed 2015-01, 100,000 miles“I am writing about what may be design flaw with the Volvo s60r that has me very concerned. My front tires rub on the body in the wheel well when I turn sharply into a parking space. I don't think it should do that but I've been told it's normal and the car settles as it gets older. Several other Volvo S60 owners have this same problem where the tires rub on the body. Please look into this. I believe it will cause serious consequences in an emergency situation and it's wearing down the edge of the tires prematurely, which may also be dangerous.”
NHTSA complaint #10681259, filed 2015-01“In stop and go traffic, my foot was on the brake to slow down. I took my foot off the brake and stepped on the accelerator as traffic moved again, there was no response to my foot on the gas pedal. The fuel tank, which I had just filled 10 miles before, showed as empty on the fuel gage. I was very, very slowly rolling forward with residual momentum and my steering wasn't working. There was just enough play in the wheel and forward momentum to aim and arrive at the shoulder of the highway. This was on rte 156 in monterey county, california, where very dangerous accidents happen all the time. …”
NHTSA complaint #11034151, filed 2017-10Related recalls
- 04V029000Jan 16, 2004On certain passenger vehicles, the front control arms may not have been manufactured correctly and, as a result, the stud and nut that secure the arm to the…Covers: Volvo S60 2004, S80 2004, V70 2004
Related service bulletins
- 10167722Mar 18, 2017VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Vehicle type and platform identification REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ…
- 10026550Sep 19, 2008Volvo: angle gear leakage and resealing for 5 cylinder awd only vehicles. Oil leaking/moisture fromthe angle gear halves can be resolved by resealing the houseing and replacing…
- 10020113May 3, 2006Steering noise, yoke adjustment. Knocking, thumping, or clicking noise may be heard from the steering.
- 10016113Dec 2, 2004Zf power steering diagnostics on vehicles equipped (ecps) electronically controlled power steering.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3 | 14% |
| 2022 | 2 | 13% |
| 2021 | 1 | 13% |
| 2020 | 3 | 25% |
| 2019 | 1 | 4% |
| 2015 | 2 | 3% |
| 2014 | 1 | 4% |
| 2013 | 1 | 1% |
| 2012 | 8 | 7% |
| 2011 | 1 | 20% |
| 2009 | 1 | 14% |
| 2006 | 3 | 10% |
| 2005 | 2 | 5% |
| 2004 | 9 | 5% |
| 2003 | 3 | 3% |
| 2002 | 1 | 1% |
| 2001 | 2 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2004 Volvo S60
63 complaintsFuel system
55 complaintsEngine
22 complaintsElectrical system
21 complaintsSeats
12 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsAir bags
9 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsTires
9 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsEquipment
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Volvo S60
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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