2015 Volvo S60
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.
- Complaints
- 59
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2015
None on file
39% of complaints
Complaints per year
2015: 59 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
39% · 23 reportsShow complaint excerpts
On 4/6/2026 At about 2:30 p.m. my son [XXX] stated that he started the car and was in the process of driving out of the parking lot when he saw smoke coming thru the vents in the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-04-27
The engine compartment was destroyed by a fire. The car was parked and unoccupied when a doorman noticed the problem and called the fire department. Sffd extinguished the fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-12
Low Engine Failure with a ð¢ and had it repaired back in September '25 that costs me over 7k. Now it's worse and doing the same thing with 145k…
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-27
Electrical system
15% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
Power train
8% · 5 reportsService brakes
8% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Fuel/propulsion system
7% · 4 reportsSafety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
2015 Volvo S60 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 23 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 19V849000 · Latches/locks/linkages
- Recall 20V378000 · Seat belts
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2015 Volvo S60 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Volvo S60 is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Volvo S60?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 Volvo S60 have?
- 2 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.