2021 Volvo S60 Technical Service Bulletins

229 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2021 Volvo S60. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 11037962Sep 14, 2026Exterior lighting. This is a TJ Text only no attachments. --- If the crystal gear shift knob light stays illuminated after the vehicle is locked and is not in active mode, A fix for this issue is introduced with software version 5.0.5.
• 11036257Jul 28, 2026Exterior lighting. This is a TJ - Text plus 1 PDF attachment - f the headlamp horizontal light aim cannot be adjusted via the set screw, If the horizontal light aim cannot be adjusted because the cogwheel knob is broken, do not replace the entire headlamp. Instead, use the spare part kit part number 32476677 to replace the affected component, please follow the instructions under "Service".
• 11036250Jul 28, 2026Exterior lighting. This is a TJ - text only no attachments - If customer complains of a headlamp error message in DIM, in combination with any of the DTCs stated below, follow advice under "Service".
• 11036246Jul 28, 2026Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: DIM Message and DTC IEM P0C0500. 1. Erase the DTC 2. Test drive the vehicle in electrical mode and accelerate until the vehicle reaches a minimum of 30 km/h (19 mph). 3. Perform a new VIDA readout If the DTC IEM P0C0500 does not return, do not replace any parts. Release the car to customer.
• 11033747May 23, 2026Other or unknown. This is a TJ - Text plus two .mov attachments - If the customer is experiencing a frozen Sirius Radio banner, meaning in the app view the title of the song and station name will stay on the previous selected station; the audio will be for the station that is selected and not what is shown on the screen, follow the advice on this TJ under “Service”
• 11033746May 23, 2026Other or unknown. This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 1 .jpg attachment - If remote control key is not detected by the car and shows message in DIM "Car key not found" or if functions such as lock/unlock are not working, please follow advice for detecting key
• 11033743May 20, 2026Other or unknown. This is a TJ - Text plus two .mov attachments - If the customer is experiencing a frozen Sirius Radio banner, meaning in the app view the title of the song and station name will stay on the previous selected station; the audio will be for the station that is selected and not what is shown on the screen, follow the advice on this TJ under “Service”
• 11033734May 7, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. This is a Technical Journal: Intermittent knocking noise during acceleration. If the sound corresponds to attached sound file, change front drive shafts to the below part numbers.
• 11033733May 7, 2026Other or unknown. This is a Technical Journal: Text only no attachments - Before replacing a cell module, make sure the latest BECM software is downloaded. This is important for utilizing the VIDA method described here and receiving the correct cell balancing diagnostics after the replacement.
• 11033732May 7, 2026Exterior lighting. This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp
• 11032683Apr 29, 2026Other or unknown. This is a TJ - Text Plus 1 .mp4 file - When using the CSD for seat adjustments mode for example lumbar support and seat Cushing, the visualization does not match the selected part for adjustment. Do not fault trace for this symptom. Advice the customer to use the physical seat mode switch knob. A new improved software is planned to be released during quarter 3 2026.
• 11032678Apr 23, 2026Engine. This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 2 PDFs and 1 .PNG Oil Consumption test. Perform the test. Follow service procedure
 Description and Service sections updated to clarify that vehicle reports are not required.
• 11032671Apr 7, 2026Other or unknown. This is a TJ text only - The purpose of this TJ is to be a master reference list to easily identify any components that are on prior approval. This TJ will be regularily updated as items are added or removed from prior approval.
 Current items under prior approval are listed in the "Service" section
• 11031109Mar 21, 2026Exterior lighting. This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp
• 11031105Mar 19, 2026Other or unknown. This is a TJ - Text only no attachments - If customer experiences an incorrect ambient temperature reading in DIM (Driver Information Module) or reduced A/C performance, follow the advice under Service. Please refer to the wiring diagram in VIDA to locate the relevant circuit for the ambient temperature sensor (component 7/481) at the passenger door mirror harness.
• 11031099Mar 10, 2026Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 2 attachments 1 PDF and 1 PNG - High Voltage Battery repairs. Always repair the battery according to the methods in VIDA. This TJ is a guide to the kinds of repairs that can be done instead of a complete HV battery replacement.
 Parts, methods, and tools are now available to repair almost all faults within the High Voltage Battery.
• 11031096Mar 7, 2026Other or unknown. This is a Technical Journal: Text only no attachments - Before replacing a cell module, make sure the latest BECM software is downloaded. This is important for utilizing the VIDA method described here and receiving the correct cell balancing diagnostics after the replacement.
• 11031095Mar 7, 2026Body and structure. This is a Technical Journal: If a vehicle with panorama roof shows symptom of a rattling noise when opening, follow the description under Service. If the analysis shows that the rattling noise comes from the roller blind, similar to the noise in the attached file, replace the roller blind according to VIDA.
• 11028386Jan 13, 2026Other or unknown. This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 1 jpg and 1 mp4 file -- If there is a strange chafing or creaking noise when turning the steering wheel, follow the advice under Service.
• 11028384Jan 8, 2026Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: Text plus TJI 528994 - Charge Lid Hard to open/close. begin with replacing the actuator in the lock mechanism
• 11028383Jan 6, 2026Other or unknown. This is a Technical Journal: Text plus TJI-516730-1_1_0 Headliner, squeak/rattle noise If a squeaking noise can be heard from the headlining around the sun roof, see instructions under Service referring to TJI-516730-1_1_0
• 11027189Dec 20, 2025Exterior lighting. This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp
• 11027187Dec 19, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. This is a TJ - Text only no attachments If a decision is taken to replace a cell module and the vehicle has VDN code CK04, please follow information under "Service." f you are replacing a cell module and the vehicle has VDN code CK04, please install the SP listed below before you replace the cell module.
• 11027185Dec 19, 2025Body and structure. This is a TJ - Text plus 2 jpeg files and 1 mp4 file - If customer complains of the hood being hard to close or "Open Hood" DIM message, please follow advice under "service". And before replacing any parts, follow the 3 steps in the instructions.
• 11027181Dec 13, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. This is a TJ - Text only no attachments If a decision is taken to replace a cell module and the vehicle has VDN code CK04, please follow information under "Service." f you are replacing a cell module and the vehicle has VDN code CK04, please install the SP listed below before you replace the cell module.
• 11027173Dec 6, 2025Other or unknown. This is a Technical Journal. Vehicle type and platform identification.
• 11026736Nov 7, 2025Body and structure. This is a TJ - Text plus 2 jpeg files and 1 mp4 file - If customer complains of the hood being hard to close or "Open Hood" DIM message, please follow advice under "service". And before replacing any parts, follow the 3 steps in the instructions.
• 11026731Nov 1, 2025Other or unknown. This is a Technical Journal: Prior Approval - lack of airflow combined with a poor cooling performance follow the advice under service.
• 11026730Nov 1, 2025Other or unknown. This is a Technical Journal: Prior Approval - lack of airflow combined with a poor cooling performance follow the advice under service.
• 11026729Nov 1, 2025Other or unknown. This is a Technical Journal: Prior Approval - lack of airflow combined with a poor cooling performance follow the advice under service.
• 11025563Oct 10, 2025Engine. This is a Technical Journal: CEL with DTC ECM P001100, P001200, P001400, P001500. For MY 23-26 vehicles with engine code L1, an improved software is released in version 3.5.14 (and newer). Perform a Total Upgrade according to TJ 31543 before performing additional VIDA symptom-based fault tracing.
 •Software for remaining models will be released later in calendar year 2025
• 11023539Sep 8, 2025Other or unknown. This is a Tech Journal - If a customer complains that RTTI information is NOT visible in the navigation system when an internet connection is available (globe in the top left corner), follow the instructions under "service".
 This Technical Journal handles only SENSUS vehicles.
• 11021937Jul 31, 2025Forward collision avoidance. This is a Technical Journal: Alleged issues with Intellisafe functionality. Please inform the car user of Intellisafe functionality and limitations in case of alleged issues with Intellisafe.
 The owner's manual is a good source of information together with films in the owner's manual in the car center screen about Intellisafe
• 11021935Jul 24, 2025Engine. This is a Technical Journal: CEL with DTC ECM P001100, P001200, P001400, P001500. For MY 23-26 vehicles with engine code L1, an improved software is released in version 3.5.14 (and newer). Perform a Total Upgrade according to TJ 31543 before performing additional VIDA symptom-based fault tracing.
 •Software for remaining models will be released later in calendar year 2025
• 11021929Jul 23, 2025Other or unknown. This is a Technical Journal: AC evaporator repair, additional parts needed. Add resister in line jumper cable.
• 11021914Jul 2, 2025Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: VCM Backup Battery Replacement with VCM-U105000. Replace the VCM Backup Battery and download the relevant Software.
• 11020558Jun 19, 2025Engine. This is a Technical Journal: CEL with DTC ECM P001100, P001200, P001400, P001500. For MY 23-26 vehicles with engine code L1, an improved software is released in version 3.5.14 (and newer). Perform a Total Upgrade according to TJ 31543 before performing additional VIDA symptom-based fault tracing.
 •Software for remaining models will be released later in calendar year 2025
• 11020543Jun 13, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. This is a Technical Journal: Transmission Shifts From D or R to P Immediately After Starting. This symptom can occur if the driver changes the position of the gear shifter from P to D or R very quickly after starting the engine and the starting process is not completed. Inform the driver to pause briefly after starting the vehicle before shifting into D or R.
• 11020542Jun 13, 2025Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: BEV and LR-PHEV SW Update for High Voltage Battery Balancer. The Balancer software must be upgraded to version OTG_192-411899-H00-029 or higher
• 11020536May 20, 2025Forward collision avoidance. this a Technical Journal: ASDM = Active Safety Domain Master
 To prevent unnecessary replacements of ASDM and as a troubleshooting aid for the Intellisafe system, please follow the advice in Technical Journal
• 11020534May 17, 2025Engine. This is a Technical Journal: CEL with DTC ECM P001100, P001200, P001400, P001500. For MY 23-26 vehicles with engine code L1, an improved software is released in version 3.5.14 (and newer). Perform a Total Upgrade according to TJ 31543 before performing additional VIDA symptom-based fault tracing.
 •Software for remaining models will be released later in calendar year 2025
• 11020526May 16, 2025Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: BEV and LR-PHEV SW Update for High Voltage Battery Balancer. The Balancer software must be upgraded to version OTG_192-411899-H00-029 or higher
• 11020524May 2, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. This is a Technical Journal: Transmission Shifts From D or R to P Immediately After Starting. This symptom can occur if the driver changes the position of the gear shifter from P to D or R very quickly after starting the engine and the starting process is not completed. Inform the driver to pause briefly after starting the vehicle before shifting into D or R.
• 11020523May 1, 2025Engine. This is a Technical Journal: CEL with DTC ECM P001100, P001200, P001400, P001500. For MY 23-26 vehicles with engine code L1, an improved software is released in version 3.5.14 (and newer). Perform a Total Upgrade according to TJ 31543 before performing additional VIDA symptom-based fault tracing.
 •Software for remaining models will be released later in calendar year 2025
• 11020437Apr 10, 2025Exterior lighting. This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a remote session:
 •Connect a suitable battery maintainer/charger and verify that the battery voltage indicated in VIDA is between 12.5V and 14.9V.
 •Connect to the vehicle over a wired connection using a VOE (Volvo OBD to Ethernet) adapter and perform a NEW vehicle readout.
• 11016902Mar 18, 2025Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: Improved 12V battery test in VIDA. Service:
 Don´t charge the battery before the test, jump start the vehicle if needed. Read out the vehicle with VIDA and start the test.
• 11016900Mar 18, 2025Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: High Voltage Battery repairs. Always repair the battery according to the methods in VIDA.
• 11016886Mar 11, 2025Forward collision avoidance. This is a Technical Journal: Alleged issues with Intellisafe functionality. Please inform the car user of Intellisafe functionality and limitations in case of alleged issues with Intellisafe.
 The owner's manual is a good source of information together with films in the owner's manual in the car center screen about Intellisafe
• 11016016Feb 28, 2025Exterior lighting. This is a Technical Journal: Changed front fog/cornering lights behavior. This logic of the cornering lights is now changed in the cars with software version 3.3.16 or later
• 11016002Feb 21, 2025Other or unknown. Volvo Cars USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation has decided to launch Service Action S10303 on certain model year 2025 EX90 vehicles.
 Volvo Car Investigations have identified that there is a pairing issue with the key fob.
 As a result, there is a possibility that the customer’s key fob is not paired to the vehicle.
 The corrective action is to download SP…

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