I WAS DRIVING MY 2006 VOLVO S60 AND THE ENGINE SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SHUT OFF AND I WAS NOT EVEN ABLE TO PUT THE FLASHERS ON SO THAT OTHER DRIVERS COULD KNOW THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM. I WAS ABLE TO PULL THE CAR TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD (WITH DIFFICULTY SINCE THE POWER STEERING NO LONGER WORKED) AND PUT THE CAR IN PARK AND RESTART IT. *TR
2006 Volvo S60 steering problems
moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$700
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE MAKING A LEFT U-TURN AT LOW SPEEDS THERE WAS A KNOCKING SOUND HEARD COMING FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT NEAR THE TIRE. THE DEALER INSPECTED AND DETERMINED THE LINK ARM WAS BROKE IN HALF AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO, THE COOLANT LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE SUNROOF WOULD NOT OPEN. THE DEALER DETERMINED THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE RADIATOR AND THE SUNROOF MODULE WAS I…
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2006 Volvo S60?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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