2015 Volvo S60 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 17, 2026 · 58 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other S60 years
Far more complaints than other years 7th of 26 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 58 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Volvo S60. That ranks 7th out of 26 S60 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (23 complaints, 40%), typically at around 65,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 2 fires, 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Volvo S60
Volvo S60 (3rd generation). Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Benespit, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2015 Volvo S60 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine23 · ~65,000 mi
Unknown or Other11 · ~45,000 mi
Electrical System9 · ~65,000 mi
Power Train5 · ~59,500 mi
Fuel/propulsion System4 · ~82,500 mi
Service Brakes4 · ~20,000 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling3 · ~117,000 mi
Forward Collision Avoidance3 · ~60,000 mi
Structure3 · ~24,350 mi
Wheels3 · ~41,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine2340%65,000——
Unknown or Other1119%45,000——
Electrical System916%65,000——
Power Train59%59,500——
Fuel/propulsion System47%82,500——
Service Brakes47%20,000——
Engine and Engine Cooling35%117,000——
Forward Collision Avoidance35%60,000——
Structure35%24,350——
Wheels35%41,000——
Air Bags23%40,000——
Latches/locks/linkages23%———
Seat Belts23%48,700——
Steering23%90,000——
Tires23%7,369——
Vehicle Speed Control23%17,500——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic12%14,000——
Visibility12%31,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2023, with 10 complaints
2015: 3201532016: 3201632017: 3201732018: 6201862019: 4201942020: 9202092021: 3202132022: 4202242023: 102023102024: 8202482025: 2202522026: 320263

n = 58 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2015 Volvo S60 recalls (2)

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Seat belts:frontJun 30, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V378000 · 308,260 vehicles

Problem: 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. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.

Risk: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latchNov 26, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V849000 · 144,937 vehicles

Problem: Volvo Car of USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2011-2017 S60, S60I, V60, S60CC and V60CC vehicles. A component within the door latches may break, making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.

Risk: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.

Fix: 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.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated that on several occasions, the vehicle hesitated while starting. Upon starting, the vehicle shuddered, vibrated, lost power, and entered Limp mode. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds on several occasions, the vehicle…

Engine · received Sep 17, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11764934

The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power. No warning lights illuminated. The contact was a certified mechanic. The contact stated that the failure occurred when the outside temperature was too hot or too…

Electrical System · received May 27, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11740292

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. My son [XXX] stated that he got out the car and opened the hood and the car was on fire. [XXX] stated that he…

Engine · received Apr 27, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11734068

The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. The contact stated that the vehicle had consumed 3 quarts of oil after driving 2,100 miles. Additionally, the contact stated that the low oil pressure warning light only illuminated…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Dec 10, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11704171

The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated, and had flashed off and on while driving at highway speeds. The contact stated that the vehicle also stalled on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received May 28, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11663339

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Volvo S60?

Owners most often report engine, unknown or other, electrical system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 23 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2015 Volvo S60?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2015 Volvo S60 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other S60 model years, the 2015 has far more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.