Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2001 Volvo S60 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Volvo S60. While parked, a strong odor of fuel emitted outside of the vehicle on the front passenger side. There was no fuel visible on the ground. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who noticed that fuel was leaking from the top part of the fuel tank. The vehicle was also taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump would need to be replaced. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09V483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 109,999. Updated 12/01/15,03/28/18
Tl contact owns a 2001 Volvo S60. After parking the vehicle in the garage, the contact smelled gasoline and noticed a leak. The vehicle was taken to the local Volvo dealer and they stated that the fuel pump failed and would cost approximately $1,000 to be repaired. The contact discovered a recall number and informed the dealer. The dealer later called the contact to inform him that they would repair the failure for free with the exception of the fuel filter, which would cost approximately $100. The recall number was unknown. The failure mileage was 69,361 and current mileage was 69,608.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Volvo S60. While operating the vehicle, an odor of fuel was present and the contact discovered fuel present on the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump was faulty and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09V483000 (fuel system). The contact indicated that the vehicle experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 145,000. Updated 02/10/16; updated 05/10/18
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Volvo S60. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, there was a odor of fuel inside the vehicle without warning. The failure recurred each time the vehicle was started. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed that the fuel pump had fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09V483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000.
Tl contact owns a 2001 Volvo S60. While the vehicle was parked, the contact smelled a strong odor of gasoline coming from the vehicle. He also noticed a puddle of gasoline underneath the middle rear of the vehicle. He took the vehicle to a local mechanic and they replaced the fuel pump. He has not notified the dealer in reference to NHTSA campaign id number 07V152000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump), in which he never received a recall notice. The failure mileage was 84,000 and current mileage was 85,000. Updated 03-04-08
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Volvo S60. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking fuel from the top of the fuel tank and fuel pump. The contact called the manufacturer after researching the failure and was informed that there was no recall. The manufacturer further stated that the failure occurred in states in warmer zones than the contact's state, and disconnected the call. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The failure mileage was 220,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Volvo S60. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the contact noticed a fuel odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was a fuel leak with the fuel pump. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of th failure. The failure mileage was 155,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Volvo S60. While driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle could be restarted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09V483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
2001 Volvo S60 2.4t stalled on nj state highway 21 in newark, nj due to a failed etm. This resulted in the car being rear ended in the right lane causing $6927.61 in body damage. The cost of replacing the etm was an additional $753.33.
I have noticed a strong fuel odor inside and outside of car. It is also leaking fuel. The fuel leaking is underneath the car. I do not know exactly where fuel is leaking. It is not coming from fuel filter.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2001-2005 s80, model year 2001-2004 v70, s60, xc70 and model year 2003-2005 xc90 vehicles sold in or registered in the states of alabama, arizona, arkansas, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, kentucky, louisiana, mississippi, nevada, new Mexico, north carolina, oklahoma, south carolina,…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel pump installed in the vehicle, and if necessary replace the fuel pump with a part of a modified design. This service will be performed free of charge.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
On certain vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona and nevada, due to the combination of fuel quality and climate conditions, the fuel pump May, in certain cases, experience a reduced functionality. The most common symptoms would be fuel odor.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump free of charge. The recall began on July 10, 2007. Owners May contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
NHTSA investigations
Fuel pump leakage
Volvo is recalling approximately 1,681 model year (my) 2001-2002 s60 vehicles within the states of arizona and nevada to replace the fuel pump.Volvo reports that the fuel pump in these vehicles May experience a fuel leak as a result of fuel quality and hot climate conditions.the most common symptom reported is fuel smell.no fires, crashes or injuries are reported.my 2003 and later s60 vehicles contain a different…
Fuel System complaints in other S60 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2001 Volvo S60?
NHTSA has 88 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2001 Volvo S60, 39% of the model year's 223 complaints. The component named most often is delivery › fuel pump (41 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2001 Volvo S60 fuel system problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 09V-483 (fuel pump, Dec 18, 2009); NHTSA recall 07V-152 (fuel pump, Apr 5, 2007). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2001 Volvo S60 fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 94,000 miles, and 3% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 2 fires and 0 injuries to fuel & propulsion system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.