Volvo S60 recall history and complaint patterns
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Volvo S60, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Volvo S60, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 2000–2025 with 97 recall campaigns and 1634 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 2012 (8), 2002 (8), and 2001 (8).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 2004 (262), 2001 (262), and 2002 (248).
- Top recall themes: Electrical, Airbags, and Engine and cooling.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Electrical system, Engine, Vehicle speed control.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Electrical
7 campaigns · Years: 2001–2009, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2019–2023These campaigns relate to wiring or electrical components that can cause warning lights, loss of function, or fire risk in some cases.
Airbags
6 campaigns · Years: 2001–2009, 2013, 2017, 2019–2024These campaigns relate to airbag system components and deployment/airbag readiness issues.
Engine and cooling
5 campaigns · Years: 2001, 2003–2004, 2011–2012, 2022–2023These campaigns relate to engine or cooling components where failures can lead to stalling or overheating risk.
Equipment and labeling
5 campaigns · Years: 2001–2003, 2005–2006, 2011–2013These campaigns relate to equipment compliance, labeling, or tires.
Seats and restraints
5 campaigns · Years: 2009–2018, 2021–2022These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
Fuel and emissions
4 campaigns · Years: 2001–2004, 2012These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
Other
3 campaigns · Years: 2001–2002, 2019–2020, 2023–2025These campaigns do not fit a single dominant theme, or the component taxonomy is broad.
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Volvo S60 in NHTSA complaint data are Electrical system, Engine, Vehicle speed control.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 2024 | 2 | 18 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Forward collision avoidance: warnings, Steering. |
| 2023 | 5 | 2 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Back over prevention: sensing system: camera. |
| 2022 | 4 | 27 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Wheels, Engine. |
| 2021 | 3 | 6 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, Electrical system, Engine. |
| 2020 | 4 | 20 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, Electrical system, Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking. |
| 2019 | 4 | 29 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Tires, Seats. |
| 2018 | 1 | 5 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system, Electrical system. |
| 2017 | 5 | 17 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Structure:body, Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch, Engine. |
| 2016 | 4 | 34 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Seat belts. |
| 2015 | 2 | 78 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Power train. |
| 2014 | 3 | 33 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Vehicle speed control. |
| 2013 | 4 | 105 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Air bags, Electrical system. |
| 2012 | 8 | 161 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Seat belts. |
| 2011 | 6 | 5 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling, Wheels, Structure:body. |
| 2010 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 2009 | 3 | 8 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Fuel system, gasoline, Electrical system. |
| 2008 | 2 | 14 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Vehicle speed control, Power train, Engine. |
| 2007 | 2 | 34 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Air bags, Power train:automatic transmission. |
| 2006 | 3 | 42 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Air bags, Fuel/propulsion system. |
| 2005 | 3 | 57 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Tires, Electrical system, Engine and engine cooling. |
| 2004 | 5 | 262 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling, Fuel system, gasoline, Engine. |
| 2003 | 6 | 166 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Vehicle speed control, Engine and engine cooling. |
| 2002 | 8 | 248 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Fuel system, gasoline, Fuel/propulsion system. |
| 2001 | 8 | 262 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Vehicle speed control, Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump, Fuel system, gasoline. |
| 2000 | 0 | 1 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Steering:hydraulic power assist system. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Air bags , Equipment and Seat belts
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.