Is the 2016 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 2016 Volvo S60?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 Volvo S60 have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2016 Volvo S60

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2016 Volvo S60
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:45:23.158Z

Only 27 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 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 27
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2016: 27 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

Only 27 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine

10 of 27 total reports mention: engine.

CRASH

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Purchased a brand new 2016 Volvo S60 - the car at incident date had 200 miles on it. While driving in traffic on a California freeway - the car lost all power, steering, lights, etc while in the number 4 of 7 lane freeway at night.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-12-23

Also filed under Electrical system and fuel/propulsion system

I was sold a car with is not safe for me to drive and didnât know it.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-22

As soon as I bought the car heading home . They put oil in car and by time I got home the car had consumed at least a qrt , it misfired And seemed to lose power and didnât think I would make it home before breaking down but luckily I did .

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-18

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system

Electrical system

5 of 27 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASH

Visibility/wiper

3 of 27 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.

Structure

3 of 27 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

Seat belts

3 of 27 total reports mention: seat belts.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2015-10-26Electrical system15V555000 Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo S60, V60, V60CC, XC60, XC70, and S80 vehicles manufactured April 8, 2015 to August 19, 2015.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing starter motor fuse with a higher amperage fuse, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2015.

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2016-12-16Seat belts16V798000 Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles manufactured February 16, 2015, to August 22, 2016.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt buckle stud, replacing the seat belt buckle as needed, free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552.

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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

2016 Volvo S60 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Engine: 10 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
Visibility/wiper: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 15V555000 · Electrical system
Recall 16V798000 · Seat belts
Recall 19V849000 · Latches/locks/linkages
Recall 20V378000 · Seat belts

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FAQ

Is the 2016 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 2016 Volvo S60?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 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.