2016 Volvo S60I Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 2, 2019 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other S60I years
Not enough data 1st of 7 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2016 Volvo S60I. That is the most of any S60I model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 19,255 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2016 Volvo S60I problems

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

Air Bags1 · ~19,255 mi
Steering1 · ~19,255 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags1100%19,255——
Steering1100%19,255——

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

2016 Volvo S60I recalls (1)

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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.

Steering wheel squeaks and creaks when cold. Told it relates to airbag spring, trim around airbag. Going back for 4th repair.

Air Bags · received Nov 24, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11153509

Other Volvo S60I years

← 2015 S60I · 2017 S60I →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2017 S60I01
201611
2015 S60I01
2014 S60I01
2013 S60I01
2012 S60I01
2011 S60I01

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Volvo S60I?

Owners most often report air bags, steering problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2016 Volvo S60I?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2016 Volvo S60I a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other S60I model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare, 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.