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Volvo S60

Data refreshed May 30, 2026

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Complaints

1,253

Active records

Recalls

44

Active records

TSBs

1,210

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

0

Injuries

52

Crashes

54

Fires

28

Top reported issues — Volvo S60

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Operating state

389

Engine behavior

271

Condition issue

268

Reporting mechanism

246

Fluid issue

201

Performance issue

181

Smell

112

Safety restraint issue

95

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

74

Access/entry issue

71

Braking behavior

59

Noise

55

Driver assistance issue

52

Thermal issue

50

Lighting behavior

47

Safety restraint behavior

46

Powering on/off behavior

44

Vibration/harshness

40

Electrical issue

39

Starting behavior

39

Steering behavior

35

Infotainment behavior

29

HVAC behavior

18

Recent change

15

Ride/handling behavior

7

Wiper/washer behavior

6

Communication/network issue

2

Electrified system issue

2

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2015 VOLVO S60

Filed May 27, 2026


The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power. No warning lights illuminated. The contact was a certified mechanic. The contact stated that the failure occurred when the outside temperature was too hot or too cold. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the failure was a known failure with the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that an unknown fuse on the…

2021 VOLVO S60

Filed May 15, 2026


Air conditioning evaporator core is leaking refrigerant into cabin

2015 VOLVO S60

Filed Apr 27, 2026


Fire

On 4/6/2026 At about 2:30 p.m. my son [XXX] stated that he started the car and was in the process of driving out of the parking lot when he saw smoke coming thru the vents in the car. My son [XXX] stated that he got out the car and opened the hood and the car was on fire. [XXX] stated that he called the fire department and they came and put out the fire. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

2024 VOLVO S60

Filed Apr 23, 2026


I am submitting a formal vehicle safety complaint regarding a sudden and complete system failure in my Volvo S60 2023, which occurred in March 2026 in [XXX] . While traveling on [XXX] at highway speed, the vehicle abruptly and without warning lost all electrical power. The dashboard went completely blank, and all electronic systems ceased functioning. Critically, the steering became unresponsive/locked at the same time, creating an immediate and severe safety hazard. I was fortunate to avoid…

2012 VOLVO S60

Filed Apr 22, 2026


I experienced an engine issue that I believe is related to excessive oil consumption and the lack of an oil pressure light warning. The car was driven out of town when a noise was heard coming from the engine. A visual inspection of the engine revealed smoke coming from the engine department when the oil cap was removed. The dipstick was checked and showed no visible oil on the stick. Later in that evening, 3 additional quarts of oil were added to the engine but the addition of oil did not…

2024 VOLVO S60

Filed Apr 11, 2026


The drivers side mirror moves independently. Does not lock. Will move randomly at any time. Volvo knows about the problem and does nothing to fix it.

2021 VOLVO S60

Filed Feb 27, 2026


The high voltage coolant heater failed. It will not heat when running solely on battery. Defrost therefore will not get warm to clear windshield

2024 VOLVO S60

Filed Feb 19, 2026


The contact owns a 2024 Volvo S60. The contact stated that the radio screen was blank while driving at various speeds. The system rebooted independently soon after the failure; however, the failure reoccurred. Due to the failure, there was no access to the safety features in the vehicle. In addition, several other safety features failed to operate as needed; however, the vehicle lost motive power without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions; however, the dealer…

2009 VOLVO S60

Filed Jan 28, 2026


The contact owns a 2009 Volvo S60. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the column turn signal lever detached. The contact stated that the turn signal and headlight switches were inoperable due to the failure. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure, and an appointment was scheduled for a future date. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure.…

2003 VOLVO S60

Filed Jan 18, 2026


The problem is when the weather turns cold my car a Volvo 2003 S 60 turn signals do not operate, or if they do turn on sometimes the turn signals won't stop flashing until you turn the ignition off. The head lights also will not turn on at any setting during this time. When the weather turns warm again everything works until the weather turns cold again. It appears to be related to the CENTRAL ELECTRONIC MODULE. It happens every time the weather is cold. It happen very unexpectedly my wife was…

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