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.

- Simi Valley, CA, USA

I have a 2003 S600 and the instrument panel goes dark and all the instruments stop working (speedometer, RPM, fuel, temp -- all go to zero). This occurs intermittently, while driving, the engine was running fine and no warning lights came on. I am also experiencing problems with indicator lights on the dashboard. As an example, the blinker lights on the dashboard only work about 20% of the time. The actual directionals on the exterior of the car are still working all of the time. The condition seems to be getting progressively worse. In addition various messages have appeared -- such as SRS airbag service urgent, brake failure - stop safely. Brought it to my mechanic and he had to replace the driver information module (dim) $1,300. He stated that he has replaced 4 dim's within the past month. Appears to be a common failure with 2003 S60 model. My mechanic also commented that in the past Volvo dealer would only have 1 dim in stock -- they now have 6 to 8 in stock. I think this should be a manufacturer expense -- no matter what the mileage is on the car. Updated 08/04/11

- Southington, CT, USA

My 2003 Volvo S60 has a seatbelt warning message. The dealer diagnosed the problem as a faulty driver information module which would cost 1400 plus tax to repair. The car is valued at approximately 4000 as a trade. There are many complaints of failure of this part even in much newer Volvo.

- Barre, MA, USA

2003 Volvo S60 experienced "death" of driver information module (dim), which monitors all gauges on the vehicle. Dealership is able to replace the part for $1500! it not available "after market" by another manufacturer. Research online shows this is a very common problem among 2001-2003 models. This major safety concern should be investigated, as numerous people are driving without dash panel information due to the exorbitant cost. The problem began approximately two weeks ago and cannot be remedied without buying the dim.

- Arlington, VA, USA

On 12 Dec, 2008, my 2003 Volvo S60 stalled with no warning while traveling on a busy highway at 60 mph. I pulled to safety (vehicle was in "limp home" mode) and had the vehicle towed to the dealership (park place Volvo). Since the vehicle started right back up and presented no codes, I was told there was nothing wrong and given a bill for $418 (for tow and diagnostic check). Approx. 1 month later, vehicle presented same problem; it stalled, without warning, while driving... creating a great safety risk for the second time. I had vehicle towed again to same dealership, and since vehicle started right back up with no codes, I was told there was nothing wrong. Dealership could not get vehicle to duplicate problem on either occasion. However, to appease me, dealership did replace accelerator pedal...vehicle still presents same stalling issue, and intermittently goes into "limp home" mode for no apparent reason. This will undoubtedly cause a serious accident, as it is obvious, from the numerous complaints on this issue, that this is a mass defect.

- Grapevine, TX, USA

The car stalled repeatedly while the engine was idling. All power was lost making the car very difficult to steer and brake. I nearly got into several accidents the engine stalled while: 1) stopped at a red light 2) while shifting gears on the highway 3) while shifting gears in heavy traffic I took the car to the dealership 4 times before the problem correctly fixed. The following items were replaced but did not fix the problem: 1) fuel pump 2) map sensor (replaced 2 times) neither of these fixes worked. The problem was corrected after modifying the software on the computer board.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

During normal city and highway driving, my 2003 Volvo S-60 sedans engine and electrical system suddenly fails without warning, resulting in a dangerous complete loss of power and control of the vehicle. The dangerous incident has occurred numerous times. The original dealer, Warren henry Volvo, and Volvo North America, were both notified of the Volvo hazardous problem, and the vehicle has been in service and repair on three separate occasions for the same problem without satisfactory resolution. To date, the 2003 Volvo S-60 exhibits the same dangerous problems.

- Boca Raton, FL, USA

In April the vehicle stalled when making a right hand turns. Did the same thing a few days later. Took vehicle to the dealer, they checked the vehicle and they hadn't heard of this before. Some kind of plate had to be cleaned. The vehicle just turned 30,000 miles. Then a month later while merging at 55 mph the vehicle died. It did start again. Brought the vehicle back to dealer, they kept the car a week and did testing, and claimed one other person had the same complaint. They did the same thing to consumer's vehicle that they did to other person' vehicles. Then, dealer said there was a recall.

- Long Beach , NY, USA

Vehicle stalled for no apparent reason. The vehicle was taken to the dealership three times but they could not find any cause. There was no warning and the vehicle could be started back up. Consumer stated that this occurred at least 6 times, and they did not drive the vehicle anymore. This started in March 2005.

- Baca Ratan, FL, USA

I have a 2003 Volvo S 60 that has begun stalling out while driving. I believe that this is similar to other car problems that have been reported recently. At this time the dealer has not been able to locate or correct the problem. The car dies after it has reached operating temperatures. It just stops on the interstate, Florida's toll road, in intersections, etc. It takes between 15 and 60 seconds before it can be restarted. My concern is that this could be an unreported problem with this vehicle.

- Coral Springs, FL, USA