Car Record Book

2015 Volvo S60 recalls & problems

The 2015 Volvo S60 has 2 safety recalls and 60 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine (24 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints60filed by owners
Crashes · fires3 · 2reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths1 · 0reported in complaints
2015 Volvo S60 in an NHTSA crash test
2015 Volvo S60 in an NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Seat belts › Front

NHTSA recall 20V378000 · Jun 30, 2020 · 308,260 vehicles

Problem: 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 outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.

Risk: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch

NHTSA recall 19V849000 · Nov 26, 2019 · 144,937 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.

Fix: 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.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2015 Volvo S60 NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2015 Volvo S60 NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

2015 Volvo S60 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2015 Volvo S60 4 DR AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

S60 FWD

29mpg combined
City / highway25 / 36 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,300/year to fuel

S60 FWD

27mpg combined
City / highway24 / 34 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,050/year to fuel

S60 AWD

23mpg combined
City / highway20 / 28 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.5 L · 5 cyl · Automatic (S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/year to fuel

S60 AWD

22mpg combined
City / highway19 / 28 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,050/year to fuel

S60 PoleStar AWD

21mpg combined
City / highway18 / 27 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Engine
2402065,000 mi
Unknown or other
1110045,000 mi
Electrical system
12v/24v/48v battery
900064,999 mi
Power train
500059,500 mi
Service brakes
400020,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion system
4000—
Air bags
3201—
Structure
Body
3000—
Wheels
300041,000 mi
Forward collision avoidance
Dynamic brake support/brake assist; Automatic emergency braking
3101—
Engine and engine cooling
Exhaust system › Emission control › Catalytic convertor
3000117,000 mi
Vehicle speed control
2100—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.