2015 Volvo S60 recalls and problems

The 2015 Volvo S60 has 2 safety recalls and 60 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Volvo dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
60
Crashes / fires
3 / 2
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2015 Volvo S60 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2015 Volvo S60 recalls

Recall 20V-378: Seat Belts

Reported Jun 30, 2020 · 308,260 vehicles affected · Volvo Car USA LLC

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.

Recall 19V-849: Latches/Locks/Linkages

Reported Nov 26, 2019 · 144,937 vehicles affected · Volvo Car USA LLC

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.

2015 Volvo S60 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine24
Unknown or Other11
Electrical System9
Power Train5
Service Brakes4
Fuel/Propulsion System4
Air Bags3
Structure3
Wheels3
Forward Collision Avoidance3
Engine and Engine Cooling3
Vehicle Speed Control2

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 3
  • Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Dynamic Brake Support/Brake Assist — 1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Catalytic Convertor — 1
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 1
  • Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery — 1
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 48,700 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2015 Volvo S60 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Oct 27, 2026
Low Engine Failure with a 🐢 and had it repaired back in September '25 that costs me over 7k. Now it's worse and doing the same thing with 145k miles
Air Bags · reported Oct 25, 2026
Vehicle temperature started to overheat, pulled the car off the road and saw water vapor coming from the engine area and turned the car off. All airbags then deployed.
Engine · at 15,000 miles · reported Sep 17, 2026
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 stalled. The vehicle was restarted after each failure; however, after the last occurrence, the vehicle took longer to restart. The check engine warning light blinked on several occasions. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence and later taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The contact…
Electrical System · at 128,000 miles · reported May 27, 2026
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 cold. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the failure was a known failure with the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that an unknown fuse on the battery cable that was extremely hot. The contact replaced the unknown fuse. The vehicle was…
Engine · reported Apr 27, 2026
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 called the fire department and they came and put out the fire. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Volvo S60 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 Volvo S60: 20V-378 (seat belts), 19V-849 (latches/locks/linkages). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2015 Volvo S60?

Owners report engine problems most often (24 reports), followed by unknown or other (11). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 48,700 miles.

Are Volvo recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Volvo dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.