Volvo S60 years to avoid and best years
Newer Volvo S60 years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2012 has the most complaints per year, at 5 (121 complaints). From 2018 on, complaints per year fall. Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2018 at 0 (from 4 complaints), 2017 at 1 (from 16 complaints), and 2014 at 2 (from 25 complaints). The 2025 Volvo S60 is too early to compare, at 0 per year so far, from 0 complaints. On the 2012 Volvo S60, 43 of 121 complaints name Engine.
Data as of .
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Volvo S60 reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Volvo S60. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Too early | 0 | 0 | 2 | — | 29.7 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — | 29.7 |
| 2023 → | 0 | 0 | 6 | — | 29.7 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — | 29.8 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — | 27 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — | 27.3 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — | 28 |
| 2018 → Fewest | 0 | 4 | 1 | Electrical system, Engine | 26.1 |
| 2017 → Fewest | 1 | 16 | 5 | Latches, locks, and linkages | 26.3 |
| 2016 → | 2 | 26 | 4 | Engine | 24.7 |
| 2015 → | 3 | 58 | 2 | Engine | 24.4 |
| 2014 → Fewest | 2 | 25 | 3 | Engine | 22.7 |
| 2013 → | 4 | 86 | 4 | Engine | 22.7 |
| 2012 → Most | 5 | 121 | 8 | Engine | 22 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Sedan
- Oil
- 0W-20 (2.0L); 0W-30/5W-30 (2.5L and 3.0L) · 5.7 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 215/50R17, 235/45R17, 235/40R18, 235/40R19 or 245/35R20 (trim-dependent) front / 215/50R17–245/35R20 (trim-dependent) rear
Known issues for this generation
Recall 19V849000 covers certain 2011-2017 S60, S60I, V60, S60CC, and V60CC vehicles. A component within the door latches may break, making doors difficult to latch or leading an occupant to believe a door is closed when it is not; an unlatched door can open while the vehicle is moving. Recall 20V378000 covers certain 2011-2018 S60 and V60 vehicles (among other Volvo models). The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time so the belt does not secure the occupant in a crash.
- Body styles
- Sedan
- Oil
- 0W-20 (2.0L) · 5.9 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 235/45R18 or 235/40R19 (trim-dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 20V144000 covers certain 2019-2020 S60 vehicles (among other Volvo models). Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended. Recall 21V414000 covers certain 2019-2020 S60 vehicles where the low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail, which can cause a stall. Recall 23V780000 covers certain 2019-2024 S60 vehicles where the passenger air bag may not be secured properly and may deploy improperly. Recall 25V179000 covers certain 2020-2022 S60 plug-in hybrid vehicles (among other Volvo PHEVs): the high-voltage battery may short within a module when fully charged and parked, increasing fire risk.
Frequently asked questions
Which Volvo S60 years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2018 at 0 (from 4 complaints), 2017 at 1 (from 16 complaints), and 2014 at 2 (from 25 complaints).
Which Volvo S60 year has the most owner complaints?
2012 has the most complaints per year, at 5 (121 complaints). On the 2012 Volvo S60, 43 of 121 complaints name Engine.
How do Volvo S60 owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Volvo S60 years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. From 2018 on, complaints per year fall.
Which Volvo S60 years are too early to compare?
The 2025 Volvo S60 is too early to compare, at 0 per year so far, from 0 complaints.
What engine oil does a Volvo S60 use?
Earlier models commonly list 0W-20 (2.0L) or 0W-30/5W-30 (2.5L/3.0L); SPA 2.0L models commonly list 0W-20 (~5.9 qt with filter).
What tire sizes does a Volvo S60 use?
OEM sizes commonly include 215/50R17 through 245/35R20 on earlier cars and 235/45R18 or 235/40R19 on SPA models.
What door-latch recall covers certain S60 models?
Recall 19V849000 covers certain 2011-2017 S60, S60I, V60, S60CC, and V60CC vehicles where a door-latch component may break.