2005 Volvo S60 Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 5%of 44 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 1,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the suspension of the 2005 Volvo S60, 5% of the 44 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 1,000 miles.
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.
“I own a 2005 Volvo s60r with adjustable suspension. The car exhibits significant side-step problem which is a potential safety hazard while driving through dip or potholes. Often the rear end of the car would sway dramatically when driving on the highway at speed of 40 to 70 MPH. One time I drove through a freeway that is not well paved and my car's rear-end would skips to another lane! If there is another car next to me I'd definitely hit it.”
NHTSA complaint #10134727, filed 2005-08, 500 miles“2005 Volvo S60 awd turbo. The right tire rubs on the inside of the cars frame when I make a left turn. We have been told they all do it. We have driven a few other types of the S60 model and have found they have the same issue. Now, our issue is that over time this will/could cause the tire to fail and result in a crash. Volvo has realigned the car twice to try to correct the issue, now they would like to remove the inner metal shields to see if that will help. We feel those shield were put on the car for a reason and the reason is not to be taken off at a later date to cover up a problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10144742, filed 2005-12, 1,500 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10016668Jun 28, 2005Rear suspension popping/spring noise. To include volvo xc90 1999-2000.
- 10016653Mar 23, 2005Rear control arm bushing, improved stability. Under certain conditions while driving on curved roads over uneven road surfaces a customer may complain about handling properties.
Suspension: other model years
Other parts of the 2005 Volvo S60
10 complaintsEngine cooling
7 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsTires
6 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Volvo S60
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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