2018 Volvo V60 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other V60 years
- Not enough data 8th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2018 Volvo V60. That ranks 8th out of 15 V60 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is visibility/wiper (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 6,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Volvo V60 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 100% | 6,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2018 Volvo V60 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Seat belts:front
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.
Electrical system:software
Problem: Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have an error causing the Telematics and Driver Support Systems to function improperly. As a result, the GPS will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.
Risk: If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39917.
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.
Rearview mirrors do not return to their saved positions after shifting into reverse then shifting back into drive. This will compound over time and shift the rearview mirror positions lower and lower. Stored positions are not affected, as recalling a saved driver setting will move the mirrors back…
Other Volvo V60 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 V60 | 0 | 2 |
| 2024 V60 | 5 | 2 |
| 2023 V60 | 2 | 4 |
| 2022 V60 | 0 | 3 |
| 2021 V60 | 1 | 3 |
| 2020 V60 | 8 | 3 |
| 2019 V60 | 2 | 3 |
| 2018 | 1 | 2 |
| 2017 V60 | 3 | 6 |
| 2016 V60 | 14 | 4 |
| 2015 V60 | 21 | 2 |
| 2014 V60 | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 V60 | 0 | 2 |
| 2012 V60 | 0 | 2 |
| 2011 V60 | 0 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Volvo V60?
Owners most often report visibility/wiper problems. The top one, visibility/wiper, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Volvo V60?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Volvo V60 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other V60 model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.