Is the 2013 Volvo S60 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Volvo S60 is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Volvo S60?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Volvo S60 have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2013 Volvo S60

● Typical for this model

2013 Volvo S60
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This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 87
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2013: 87 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1999	0
2000	1
2001	223
2002	186
2003	120
2004	198
2005	44
2006	31
2007	21
2008	10
2009	7
2011	5
2012	121
2013	87
2014	25
2015	59
2016	27
2017	16
2018	4
2019	25
2020	12
2021	8
2022	15
2023	3
2024	20
2025	0

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

41% · 36 reports

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The car consumes approx. 0,5 to 1,0 liters of oil per 1000 miles. The problem started around 60,000 miles and has slowly worsened.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-10

With less than 50,000 miles on it, my S60 just completely stopped working on my way to work. While pulling out of my development, the entire engine, power steering - everything shut down. I had to coast into a turning lane to put on my flashers.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-20

Also filed under Power train

Air bags

9% · 8 reports

CRASHINJURY

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Vehicle involved damage front and left frontal area. Speed 40-45 MPH. No frontal or side curtain air bag and curtain deployment. Failure of collision warning system and electronical indicators, ABS did not deploy.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-20

Also filed under Service brakes and electronic stability control (esc)

I was driving through an intersection and my curtain airbags on each side deployed on their own without being in a accident or collision of any kind. There were no indicators or warning lights of malfunction at the time.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-11

Electrical system

8% · 7 reports

Visibility/wiper

6% · 5 reports

Service brakes

6% · 5 reports

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2012-09-18Air bags12V439000 Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S60 and XC60 vehicles. A manufacturing defect within the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) control unit may lead to an inadvertent deployment of the…

Remedy: These vehicles have not been sold and the SRS control unit will be replaced prior to the cars being sold. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

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2013-03-08Equipment13V084000 Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S60 and XC60 vehicles, manufactured on January 7, 2013. The product identification labels were printed with the incorrect manufacture year. Thus, these…

Remedy: Volvo has quarantined the affected vehicles and will install correct labels prior to sale. The recall began during March 2013. Owner notification letters will not be sent.

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2020-04-09Latches/locks/linkages19V849000 Volvo Car of USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2011-2017 S60, S60I, V60, S60CC and V60CC vehicles.

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.

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2020-12-10Seat belts20V378000 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.

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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2013 Volvo S60 — pre-purchase inspection

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Engine: 36 reports on file for this year.
Air bags: 8 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 12V439000 · Air bags
Recall 13V084000 · Equipment
Recall 19V849000 · Latches/locks/linkages
Recall 20V378000 · Seat belts

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FAQ

Is the 2013 Volvo S60 reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Volvo S60 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Volvo S60?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Volvo S60 have?: 4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.