2014 Volvo S60

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2014 Volvo S60
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:48:14.445Z

Only 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volvo S60 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2014 highlighted. 1999: 0 complaints 1999 2000: 1 complaints 2001: 223 complaints 2002: 186 complaints 2003: 120 complaints 2003 2004: 198 complaints 2005: 44 complaints 2006: 31 complaints 2007: 21 complaints 2007 2008: 10 complaints 2009: 7 complaints 2011: 5 complaints 2012: 121 complaints 2012 2013: 86 complaints 2014: 25 complaints 2014 2015: 57 complaints 2016: 25 complaints 2016 2017: 15 complaints 2018: 4 complaints 2019: 24 complaints 2020: 10 complaints 2020 2021: 7 complaints 2022: 15 complaints 2023: 3 complaints 2024: 18 complaints 2024 2025: 0 complaints 2025
2014: 25 complaints
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YearComplaints
19990
20001
2001223
2002186
2003120
2004198
200544
200631
200721
200810
20097
20115
2012121
201386
201425
201557
201625
201715
20184
201924
202010
20217
202215
20233
202418
20250

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 25 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

12 of 25 total reports mention: engine.

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Vehicle Make/Model/Year: 2014 Volvo S60 Mileage at Failure: 111,000 Incident Description: I am reporting a complete engine failure in my 2014 Volvo S60 due to excessive oil consumption, a known defect in these models as documented in Volvo’s...

NHTSA ODI report, 20250626

As part of routine scheduled maintenance for this car, it was determined that there is excessive oil consumption occurring in the engine which requires the piston rings to be replaced.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240220

1. The engine has been compromised due to excessive oil consumption for at least half the life of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240104

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

3 of 25 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLVO S60. WHILE ENTERING A COMMERCIAL GARAGE AND SLIGHTLY DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO TWO PARKED VEHICLES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170206

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 25 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASH
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLVO S60. WHILE ENTERING A COMMERCIAL GARAGE AND SLIGHTLY DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO TWO PARKED VEHICLES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170206

WHEELS

2 of 25 total reports mention: wheels.

VISIBILITY/WIPER

2 of 25 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.

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I PURCHASED THE CAR ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, THE CAR WENT HAYWIRE, WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD TURN OFF, NO TURN SIGNALS, NO HEADLIGHTS, AND NO INSTRUMENT PANEL. TOTALLY UNSAFE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20131021

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20131003 — electrical system

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2014 S60, S80, XC60 and XC70 vehicles equipped with keyless ignition. In the affected vehicles, the Central Electronic Module (CEM) will not perform as intended.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the CEM software, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Campaign 13V377000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20200409 — latches/locks/linkages

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.

Campaign 19V849000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20201210 — seat belts

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.

Campaign 20V378000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2014 Volvo S60 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 13V377000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 19V849000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 20V378000 (seat belts) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2006 ▲ 2005 ▲ 2015

WORST YEARS

■ 2001 ◆ 2004 ◆ 2002

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FAQ

Is the 2014 Volvo S60 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Volvo S60?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 48% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Volvo S60 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.