2022 Volvo S60
Only 15 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 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2022
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2022: 15 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 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
4 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system.
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New 2022 Volvo S60 began shutting off while driving on highways and Interstates and in once within feet of railroad crossing. Also occurrences of car being unable to turn off even after several attempts. Problem arose 2/2022.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-07-09
Also filed under Forward collision avoidance
Wheels
3 of 15 total reports mention: wheels.
Steering
2 of 15 total reports mention: steering.
Service brakes
2 of 15 total reports mention: service brakes.
Power train
2 of 15 total reports mention: power train.
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What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The front warning collision comes on when a car is not even close. Engine, a part in the engine area has been replaced twice.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-07
Also filed under Engine and forward collision avoidance
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2021-10-12Seat belts21V682000 Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 XC40, XC 40 Recharge, V60CC, V90, V90CC, XC90, and 2021-2022 V60, XC60, S60 vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 13, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552.
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2022-12-09Engine and engine cooling22V793000 Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S60, V60, S90L, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An electronic control module (ECM) software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting, causing a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will update the ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10198.
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
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2024-01-05Air bags23V780000 Volvo Car USA, LLC. (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2024 S60 vehicles. The passenger air bag may not be secured properly, which can cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts securing the passenger air bag, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 5, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552.
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2025-05-14Electrical system25V179000 Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2020-2021 S90, 2020-2022 S60, V60, XC60, XC90, and 2022 V90 plug-in hybrid vehicles.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the high-voltage battery module as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the software to monitor the battery.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Volvo S60 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V682000 · Seat belts
- Recall 22V793000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 23V780000 · Air bags
- Recall 25V179000 · Electrical system
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2022 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 2022 Volvo S60?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 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.