2016 VOLVO S60

4 recalls, 34 complaints - 508 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating

20V378000 Jun 30, 2020
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Defect Description
Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front ... Read more
Consequence
An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.
308,260 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volvo Car USA LLC
19V849000 Nov 26, 2019
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Defect Description
Volvo Car of USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2011-2017 S60, S60I, V60, S60CC and V60CC vehicles. A component within the door latches may break, making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Consequence
A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89978.
144,937 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volvo Car USA LLC
16V798000 Nov 2, 2016
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles manufactured February 16, 2015, to August 22, 2016. On the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt buckle attaching stud may loo... Read more
Consequence
If the seat belt buckle separates from the bracket, the front seat passenger may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt buckle stud, replacing the seat belt buckle as needed, free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89708.
74,027 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volvo Car USA LLC
15V555000 Sep 2, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Defect Description
Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo S60, V60, V60CC, XC60, XC70, and S80 vehicles manufactured April 8, 2015 to August 19, 2015. In certain driving conditions when using the automatic engine stop/start function, the starter motor fuse may blow, preve... Read more
Consequence
If the vehicle is unexpectedly unable to be started in the middle of traffic, such as when stopped at an intersection, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing starter motor fuse with a higher amperage fuse, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 or by visiting http://volvo.custhelp.com. Volvo's number for this recal... Read more
7,855 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC

Complaint Statistics

34 total complaints 3 crashes

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE8
UNKNOWN OR OTHER4
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
POWER TRAIN3
STRUCTURE:BODY3
VISIBILITY/WIPER3
WHEELS2
SEAT BELTS2
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL1
TIRES Oct 3, 2024
Incident date: Jun 26, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes Benz Metris equipped with Hankook Tires, Tire Line: Ventus S1 Noble, Tire Size: 225/55/R17, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the rear driver's side tire experienced a blowout. The cause of the failure was not yet determin... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jun 1, 2023
Incident date: Jun 1, 2020
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 2500. The contact received recall notifications for NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V835000 (Power Train) and 23V060000 (Electrical System) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The dealer was notified of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet av... Read more
STEERING Jun 1, 2023
Incident date: Jun 1, 2020
Center (drag) link as a part of the steering linkage assembly snapped after 40,000 miles. I was driving < 5 miles an hour attempting to park my vehicle when I heard a large snap sound, which, upon further investigation, was the center link that snapped in half. The vehicle had to be towed to the dea... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jun 1, 2023
Incident date: Jun 1, 2020
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was pulling to either side, shaking, vibrating, and was very unstable. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the torque converter weld studs had failed and needed to be ... Read more
ENGINE Apr 29, 2023
Incident date: Oct 29, 2022
*Inside of car smelt like urine upon start. Car went into limp mode. First trip to dealership, catalytic converter was replaced. After the 6th time to dealership for same issue, manufacture approved engine replacement. *The car went into limp mode which posed a safety risk to our family as well as... Read more
ENGINE Apr 29, 2023
Incident date: Oct 29, 2022
Piston slap not covered but known problem
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Sep 3, 2022
Incident date: Sep 1, 2022
Driver door latch not engaging. Door opened at low speed.
ENGINE Aug 29, 2022
Incident date: Apr 1, 2022
At 86K miles can smell oil burning and add 1 quart light comes on. It's said Volvo is aware of a defect with the piston rings causing oil to consume and burn away. They aren't willing to address the issue outside warranty expiration. They did recently indicate how Volvo changed the requirement for u... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Nov 19, 2021
Incident date: Jan 18, 2019
Windscreen wiper motors failed during inclement weather making visibility impossible. The vehicle was only approximately 2 years old at the time of failure. This created a serious safety issue and may have led to a crash and injury. The dealer diagnosed the issue as failed wiper motors and replaced ... Read more
SEAT BELTS May 4, 2021
Incident date: Aug 29, 2020
2016 VOLVO S60. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO NHTSA SAFETY RECALL 20V-378. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE RECALL REPAIR. *JS
VISIBILITY/WIPER Jan 1, 2021
Incident date: Jan 1, 2021
THE SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED OUTWARD ON THE HIGHWAY, NO POSSIBILITY OF ROAD DEBRIS HITTING IT AS NO OTHER CARS WERE NEARBY, AND I WAS NOT CLOSE TO AN OVERPASS. I BELIEVE TEMPERATURE FLUCTUATION CAUSES IT, AS I WAS RECENTLY IN BELOW-FREEZING WEATHER (15*F). ON THE DAY OF THE EXPLOSION I DROVE S... Read more
WHEELS Nov 12, 2020
Incident date: Oct 17, 2020
WE BOUGHT THIS CAR USED FROM A VOLVO DEALERSHIP IN AUGUST OF 2019 WHILE STILL UNDER FACTORY WARRANTY. IT HAS 19-INCH VOLVO ALLOY WHEELS WITH 235/40/R19 TIRES. IN A LITTLE OVER A YEAR, TWO OF THE WHEELS HAVE CRACKED PRESUMABLY AFTER HITTING POTHOLES. WE HAD BOTH WHEELS REPAIRED AT A PROFESSIONAL W... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Sep 28, 2020
Incident date: Sep 9, 2020
THE BRAKE SUDDENLY LOST BRAKING POWER AFTER THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AT A RED LIGHT ON A LOCAL STREET. EVERY TIME I PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AFTER THE INCIDENT, I COULD HEAR A SOUND OF AIR LEAKING SOMEWHERE BEHIND THE PEDAL. OTHER SYSTEMS SEEM FINE AND I MANAGED TO ROLL THE CAR BACK TO OUR PAR... Read more
SEAT BELTS Sep 22, 2020
Incident date: Aug 29, 2020
THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT CORRECTED A KNOWN RECALL. NOR HAVE I RECEIVED AN UPDATE. THIS IS THE SECOND NOTICE IN THE ATTACHED DOCUMENT. THEY STATE THERE IS NOT YET PARTS AVAILABLE TO CORRECT IT. BUT ACCORDING TO THE NHTSA WEB SITE VIN LOOK-UP, THE RECALL IS LISTED AS RECALL INCOMPLETE. WHEN IF THE... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Sep 22, 2020
Incident date: Jan 24, 2020
THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT CORRECTED A KNOWN RECALL. NOR HAVE I RECEIVED AN UPDATE. THE RECALL NOTICES STATE THERE IS NOT YET PARTS AVAILABLE TO CORRECT IT. BUT ACCORDING TO THE NHTSA WEB SITE VIN LOOK-UP, THE RECALL IS LISTED AS RECALL INCOMPLETE . WHEN IF THERE IS NO FIX AVAILABLE IT SHOULD BE LIS... Read more
ENGINE Jul 10, 2020
Incident date: Jul 9, 2020
I HAVE 86,585 MILES ON THE CAR AND HAVE FOLLOWED OR EXCEEDED THE MANUFACTURES RECOMMENDATION ON OIL CHANGES. NOW I AM TOLD AFTER MY LAST OIL CHANGE THAT THE ENGINE IS CONSUMING A LOT OF OIL. AT 80,000 MILES MY VOLVO DEALERSHIP CHANGED THE TYPE OF OIL THEY WERE PUTTING IN THE CAR FROM 5W-30 FULL SYN.... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 29, 2020
Incident date: Mar 12, 2020
2016 VOLVO S60 AUDIO MODULE HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE IT COMPLETELY STOPPED WORKING. THIS CONTROLS THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM, TELEPHONE, RADIO, CAR OPTIONS, AUDIO FOR SAFETY ALERTS, ETC. STOP WORKING AS I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET. ALSO DRAINED BATTERY AND I HAD TO REPLACE THE BATTERY TOO. *TR
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) May 29, 2020
Incident date: Mar 12, 2020
2016 VOLVO S60 AUDIO MODULE HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE IT COMPLETELY STOPPED WORKING. THIS CONTROLS THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM, TELEPHONE, RADIO, CAR OPTIONS, AUDIO FOR SAFETY ALERTS, ETC. STOP WORKING AS I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET. ALSO DRAINED BATTERY AND I HAD TO REPLACE THE BATTERY TOO. *TR
VISIBILITY/WIPER Mar 14, 2020
Incident date: Mar 4, 2020
SEMI-CIRCULAR STRESS FRACTURE IN WINDSHIELD OCCURRED ON ITS OWN AT SOME POINT AFTER DRIVING IT. NO IMPACT AT ALL. FRACTURE STARTS FROM DRIVER'S SIDE UPPER CORNER DOWN TOWARDS DRIVER'S VIEWING AREA AND THEN CURVES UPWARD.
STRUCTURE:BODY Mar 12, 2020
Incident date: Jan 24, 2020
RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN JANUARY 2020 BUT NO FOLLOWUP FROM VOLVO YET. IT IS A SAFETY CONCERN REGARDING FAULTY DOOR LATCHES AND I AM CONCERNED WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE.
STRUCTURE:BODY Mar 2, 2020
Incident date: Jan 24, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLVO S60. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V849000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CO... Read more
ENGINE Jan 30, 2020
Incident date: Jan 27, 2020
WHEN THE CAR'S ECO START/STOP IS ON, THE CAR WILL SHUT OFF FOR NO REASON FORCING ME TO TURN OFF THE CAR TO RESTART IT. SOMETIME IT HAPPENS WHEN THE CAR IS STOPPED BUT A FEW TIMES THE CAR WAS IN MOTION WHEN THE CAR JUST TURNS OFF. THIS HAS HAPPEN AT LEAST 10 TIMES SINCE I OWNED THE CAR. THE LAST TIME... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Sep 1, 2019
Incident date: May 28, 2019
VOLVO DEALERS FAILED TO FIX A WHEEL NOISE ISSUE IN MY CAR AFTER SIX VISITS IN THE PAST THREE MONTHS. AXLE, TIRE, SHOCK, AND WHEEL ARE ALL CHANGED AND IT IS STILL THERE. WITHOUT A REAL TEST ON THE REMAINING THREE TIRES ON THE ROAD, NOW VOLVO DEALER STARTS TO BLAME THE REMAINING THREE TIRES WHICH WERE... Read more
WHEELS Sep 1, 2019
Incident date: May 28, 2019
VOLVO DEALERS FAILED TO FIX A WHEEL NOISE ISSUE IN MY CAR AFTER SIX VISITS IN THE PAST THREE MONTHS. AXLE, TIRE, SHOCK, AND WHEEL ARE ALL CHANGED AND IT IS STILL THERE. WITHOUT A REAL TEST ON THE REMAINING THREE TIRES ON THE ROAD, NOW VOLVO DEALER STARTS TO BLAME THE REMAINING THREE TIRES WHICH WERE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 24, 2019
Incident date: Feb 4, 2019
VOLVO FAILED TO NOTIFY CONSUMER OF A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT WITH THE VOLVO SPARK PLUGS BEING UNSTABLE IN ITS ORIGINAL HOUSING, WHICH RESULTED IN 'RECALLED SPARK PLUGS'. AS A RESULT THE SPARK PLUG ENDS BROKE OFF AND CAUSED PERMANENT DAMAGED TO THE ENGINE (CYLINDER #4 HAS LITTLE TO NO COMPRESSION, MI... Read more
ENGINE Apr 24, 2019
Incident date: Feb 4, 2019
VOLVO FAILED TO NOTIFY CONSUMER OF A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT WITH THE VOLVO SPARK PLUGS BEING UNSTABLE IN ITS ORIGINAL HOUSING, WHICH RESULTED IN 'RECALLED SPARK PLUGS'. AS A RESULT THE SPARK PLUG ENDS BROKE OFF AND CAUSED PERMANENT DAMAGED TO THE ENGINE (CYLINDER #4 HAS LITTLE TO NO COMPRESSION, MI... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Sep 26, 2018
Incident date: Sep 2, 2018
AS FAR BACK AS 2011, THERE WERE COMPLAINTS THAT VOLVOS EQUIPPED WITH THE CITY SAFETY SYSTEM WOULD SUDDENLY STOP OR SLOW DOWN FOR NO REASON. THIS SAME SITUATION HAPPENED TO ME IN SEPTEMBER 2018. AS I WAS MAKING A LEFT TURN TO CROSS AN INTERSECTION, MY VOLVO S60 SUDDENLY CAME TO A HALT. THERE WAS NOTH... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jul 24, 2017
Incident date: Jul 21, 2017
CAR WAS PURCHASED ON 5/31/2016, IN LESS THAN 4 MONTHS I EXPERIENCED REPEATED STALLS WHILE ACCELERATING. THE CAR WOULD REV HIGH AND THE RPMS WOULD INCREASE. DURING THIS TIME THE CAR WAS IMMOBILIZED. THIS OCCURRED MID-FLIGHT WHILE ACCELERATING. ON SEPTEMBER 23, I TOOK THE CAR TO NORTHPOINT VOLVO TO... Read more
ENGINE Apr 24, 2017
Incident date: Jun 21, 2016
2016 VOLVO S-60. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ENGINE PROBLEMS. *LD..THE CONSUMER STATED VOLVO HAD A RECALL ON THE OIL PRESSURE SENSORS (FAILURE CAUSED ENGINES TO SEIZE). THE DEALER CLAIMED THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL BUT, THE ENGINE SEIZED IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY ROAD. THE MANUFACTURE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jan 18, 2016
Incident date: Jan 16, 2016
DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN A ROAD AND AT A SPEED OF AROUND 40 MPH, ALL WARNING LIGHTS FLASHED AND THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN. AFTER A DISTANCE, THE CAR CAME TO A STOP AND I ATTEMPTED TO RESTART IT. I SHIFTED THE CAR INTO PARK AND WAS FINALLY ABLE TO GET THE ENGINE TO RESTART.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 18, 2016
Incident date: Jan 16, 2016
DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN A ROAD AND AT A SPEED OF AROUND 40 MPH, ALL WARNING LIGHTS FLASHED AND THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN. AFTER A DISTANCE, THE CAR CAME TO A STOP AND I ATTEMPTED TO RESTART IT. I SHIFTED THE CAR INTO PARK AND WAS FINALLY ABLE TO GET THE ENGINE TO RESTART.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Dec 23, 2015
Incident date: Dec 18, 2015
PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2016 VOLVO S60 - THE CAR AT INCIDENT DATE HAD 200 MILES ON IT. WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC ON A CALIFORNIA FREEWAY - THE CAR LOST ALL POWER, STEERING, LIGHTS, ETC WHILE IN THE NUMBER 4 OF 7 LANE FREEWAY AT NIGHT. THE CAR WAS BLACKED OUT, NO LIGHTS, NO POWER, NO ENGINE, STALLED W... Read more
Crash
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Dec 23, 2015
Incident date: Dec 18, 2015
PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2016 VOLVO S60 - THE CAR AT INCIDENT DATE HAD 200 MILES ON IT. WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC ON A CALIFORNIA FREEWAY - THE CAR LOST ALL POWER, STEERING, LIGHTS, ETC WHILE IN THE NUMBER 4 OF 7 LANE FREEWAY AT NIGHT. THE CAR WAS BLACKED OUT, NO LIGHTS, NO POWER, NO ENGINE, STALLED W... Read more
Crash
ENGINE Dec 23, 2015
Incident date: Dec 18, 2015
PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2016 VOLVO S60 - THE CAR AT INCIDENT DATE HAD 200 MILES ON IT. WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC ON A CALIFORNIA FREEWAY - THE CAR LOST ALL POWER, STEERING, LIGHTS, ETC WHILE IN THE NUMBER 4 OF 7 LANE FREEWAY AT NIGHT. THE CAR WAS BLACKED OUT, NO LIGHTS, NO POWER, NO ENGINE, STALLED W... Read more
Crash

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2016 VOLVO S60

2016 Volvo S60 4 DR FWD

CategoryRating
Overall Rating 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover Risk 10.0%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningOptional
Lane Departure WarningOptional

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 VOLVO S60

508 manufacturer communications from 257 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT105
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL72
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM67
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY34
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE29
060000 ENGINE (PWS)25
200000 WHEELS20
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING14
36858.1.0 Mar 7, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a Technical Journal: High Temperature Message in DIM after Coolant Pump Replacement. Replace coolant pump
35924.1.4 Feb 21, 2024
119120 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT
This is a Technical Journal: VIDA Main battery diagnostic - Prompted to charge battery a second time. Use had held tester.
35924.1.4 Feb 21, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: VIDA Main battery diagnostic - Prompted to charge battery a second time. Use had held tester.
26745.13.14 Jan 12, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: 12V Battery Testing Method
TJ36771 Nov 1, 2023
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
SiriusXM not Available
TJ35912.4.0 Oct 31, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Updated Chassis Range.
TJ3666530 Sep 8, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
ERAD (Electric Rear Axle Drive) Bearing Noise
P10186 Aug 22, 2023
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
EXTENDED WARRANTY.
P10183 Aug 22, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
EXTENDED WARRANTY.
C00009 Jul 21, 2023
252100 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
COMPLIMENTARY UPGRADE C00009 DESCRIPTION.
C00009 Jul 21, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
COMPLIMENTARY UPGRADE C00009 DESCRIPTION.
P10186 Jul 11, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
EXTENDED WARRANTY P10186 DESCRIPTION.
36678.1.0 Jun 30, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal. Recovering control modules stuck in a??not respondinga?? after failed SW download. Connect VIDA to read-out the car. Follow steps outlined in this TJ.
TJ3656330 Jun 12, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Rubber cushion
P10183 May 25, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Extended Warranty
P10183 May 25, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Extended Warranty
TJ3658411 Mar 24, 2023
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Left front LED flickers after turning car off
21P10186 Mar 2, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Extended Warranty P10186: VEP4 Oil Consumption Replace
21P10183 Mar 2, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Extended Warranty P10183: I5T Oil Consumption Replace
P10207 Mar 2, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Extended Warranty P10207
P10206 Mar 2, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Extended Warranty P10206
P10186 Mar 2, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Extended Warranty P10186
P10183 Mar 2, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Extended Warranty P10183
TJ36509 Feb 9, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Volvo Cars App Remote climate or ERS, not possible
TJ36509 Feb 9, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Volvo Cars App Remote climate or ERS, not possible
TJ36509 Feb 9, 2023
114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Volvo Cars App Remote climate or ERS, not possible
P10186A Jan 24, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Extended Warranty P10186: VEP4 Oil Consumption Replace
P10183A Jan 24, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Extended Warranty P10183: I5T Oil Consumption Replace
P10207 Jan 24, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Extended Warranty P10207
P10206 Jan 24, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Extended Warranty P10206: I5T Oil Consumption Test
P10186 Jan 24, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Extended Warranty P10186: VEP4 Oil Consumption Replace;
P10183 Jan 24, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Oil Consumption Replace
TJ31462 Jan 12, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volvo On Call Service Required Message and DTC
TJ31462 Jan 12, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Volvo On Call Service Required Message and DTC
P10207 Jan 4, 2023
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
Extended Warranty P10207: VEP4 Oil Consumption Test
P10206 Jan 4, 2023
118810 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:HILL DESCENT ASSIST:SOFTWARE
Extended Warranty P10206: I5T Oil Consumption Test
P10186 Jan 4, 2023
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
Extended Warranty P10186: VEP4 Oil Consumption Replace
P10183 Jan 4, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Extended Warranty P10183: I5T Oil Consumption Replace
P10183-1 Jan 3, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Extended Warranty P10183: I5T Oil Consumption Replace
P10186 Jan 3, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Extended Warranty P10186: VEP4 Oil Consumption Replace
TJ35902 Dec 19, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Connectivity services activation - PSIM issues
TJ35902 Dec 19, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Connectivity services activation - PSIM issues
TJ36455 Dec 19, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volvo Cars App Android, no climate setting button
TJ36455 Dec 19, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Volvo Cars App Android, no climate setting button
39A10163 Sep 14, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software upgrade.
SMB00-108C Sep 14, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Expendable Items Parts List.
A10163 Sep 14, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software upgrade.
CBR-2201 Aug 29, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information a?? August 2022; Improvement List (Change Log) - US21+OBD22 (13L VGT, TC) And US17+OBD22 (11L) Emissions
KC-145 Aug 29, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Part information for AMT input shaft repair kits and the shim kit that is required for repair.
Special Tools Bu May 12, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The Deutronic DBL-1200 is an advanced battery maintainer/charger with the flexibility to be updated as products and repair methods evolve.
Service Manager May 6, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
Service Manager May 6, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
TJ2873930 Apr 29, 2022
200000 WHEELS
Center wheel caps, removal instruction
Service Manager Feb 9, 2022
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
3G Network Sunset
Service Manager Feb 9, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
3G Network Sunset
356EN01 Feb 9, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App
Service Manager Feb 3, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
Service Manager Feb 3, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
KC-105 Oct 19, 2021
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P05EB, Diagnostic And Repair Information - US14+OBD15 And US14+OBD16 (Commonly Model Years 2016 And 2017)
KC-105 Oct 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P05EB, Diagnostic And Repair Information - US14+OBD15 And US14+OBD16 (Commonly Model Years 2016 And 2017)
KC-99 Oct 18, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Volvo Chassis 2008 And Up LED Headlight Conversion Programming Procedure
KC-99 Oct 18, 2021
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Volvo Chassis 2008 And Up LED Headlight Conversion Programming Procedure
KC-99 Oct 18, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Volvo Chassis 2008 And Up LED Headlight Conversion Programming Procedure
TJ 34647 6 0 Jul 19, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Perform a software upgrade in accordance with TJ 31543.
TJ 35978 1 0 Jun 25, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
New Software Products (SP) have been developed to convert a Care Key to a standard key.
SMB88-004-2021-0 Mar 5, 2021
150000 SEAT BELTS
This is to inform you that we have procured Rebuilders Automotive Supply (RAS) to handle the returns of the recalled Front Seat Belt Fastener Pretensioner for Recall R10029. RAS has created instructions for the pretensioner shipping procedu
SMB88-004-2021-0 Mar 5, 2021
150000 SEAT BELTS
This is to inform you that we have procured Rebuilders Automotive Supply (RAS) to handle the returns of the recalled Front Seat Belt Fastener Pretensioner for Recall R10029. RAS has created instructions for the pretensioner shipping procedu
PB88-R10029-2021 Mar 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Create PB with attached word doc.
SMB00-288-2021-0 Feb 19, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volvo?s Warranty Department tracks Retailer warranty spending by utilizing the Warranty Retailer Counseling Process (WRCP). The WRCP is used to gauge individual retailer performance on objective measures over time. By setting clear performa
TJ28979.3.0-2020 Oct 10, 2020
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This is a Technical Journal: Sensus Connect, Internet browser limitations. Do not attempt to repair.
TJ28979.3.0-2020 Oct 10, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: Sensus Connect, Internet browser limitations. Do not attempt to repair.
ST-001-2020-09-1 Sep 18, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
ST-001-2020-09-1 Sep 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
SMB00-006-2020-0 Aug 5, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder
Service Manager Jun 23, 2020
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
Service Manager Jun 23, 2020
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
SMB00-013-2020-0 Jun 17, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Service Manager Bulletin: Vehicle Type and Platform Information
SMB00-006-2020-0 Mar 31, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder
TJ34676.2.0-2020 Feb 25, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: DTC CEM-U030141 with no customer symptom
SMB00-321-2020-0 Feb 8, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volvo Complimentary Factory Scheduled Maintenance 'FSM330' MY2013 and later. Factory Scheduled Maintenance up to the first 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first) as recommended in the Volvo Warranty and Maintenance Information book
SJ1000167-2020-0 Feb 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Journal: Coolant Filling Equipment Tool
SJ1000167-2020-0 Feb 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a Service Journal: Coolant Filling Equipment Tool
ST-001-2020-01-2 Jan 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
TJ34740.1.3-2020 Jan 28, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This is a Technical Journal: 4 Cylinder VEP engine: Castrol Edge Professional V 0W-20 Synthetic oil.
SMB22-005-2020-0 Jan 24, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Engine Petrol (VEP4 2.0L) Oil Viscosity Requirement
SMB00-444-2020-0 Jan 9, 2020
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Windshield Cleaning Operation Service Interval Change. Will only be performed at 20k
SMB00-444-2020-0 Jan 9, 2020
130000 VISIBILITY
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Windshield Cleaning Operation Service Interval Change. Will only be performed at 20k
TJ35058.1.3-2019 Dec 19, 2019
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This is a Technical Journal: Sensus/Sensus Connect Navigation Base Map Versions
TJ35058.1.3-2019 Dec 19, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: Sensus/Sensus Connect Navigation Base Map Versions
SMB00-325-2019-1 Dec 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : SMB00 - 323 and SMB00 - 323A YEA
SMB00-325-2019-1 Dec 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : SMB00 - 323 and SMB00 - 323A YEA
TJ35058.1.2-2019 Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: Sensus/Sensus Connect Navigation Base Map Versions
TJ31946.1.2-2019 Nov 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other co
TJ31946.1.1-2019 Nov 14, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other co
SMB00-438-2019-1 Nov 9, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments
TJ26745.13.1-201 Nov 9, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Effective immediately, all 12V batteries may be tested using the hand held battery tester 9513030 (BT3300). The VIDA test is still available but no longer required. For battery replacements under warranty, the code generated by the BT3300 m
SMB00-006-2019-1 Nov 9, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Installation Policy changes.
TJ34508.2.0-2019 Nov 9, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: P3 Internet maps search function not available
TJ31543.9.0-2019 Nov 6, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
ST-001-2019-10-1 Oct 17, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, VOLVO S60

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE06053 Opened: Nov 15, 2006 , Closed: Apr 5, 2007
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2001
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 ... Read more

VOLVO S60 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the VOLVO S60 across all model years (2001, 2025).

105 Total Recalls
1,673 Total Complaints
1 Investigations
89 Reported Crashes
34 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

VOLVO S60 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2025 2 0 View
2024 3 31 View
2023 6 3 View
2022 4 28 View
2021 3 12 View
2020 4 22 View
2019 4 31 View
2018 1 5 View
2017 5 17 View
2016 (current) 4 34
2015 2 81 View
2014 3 35 View
2013 4 105 View
2012 8 167 View
2011 6 5 View
2009 3 9 View
2008 2 14 View
2007 2 34 View
2006 4 42 View
2005 4 57 View
2004 6 262 View
2003 7 168 View
2002 9 248 View
2001 9 262 View
2000 0 1 View

Other VOLVO Models

Model Recalls Complaints
VNL 232 176 View
VHD 192 20 View
VNM 142 13 View
VN 125 150 View
XC60 121 864 View
XC90 113 2,165 View
V70 92 1,181 View
S80 81 1,321 View