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2015 Volvo S60 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 81 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.6 times the median S60 year — the 2015 model ranks #7 of 26 S60 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

Engine leads the complaint categories with 25 reports (31% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

81

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

5

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2015 compare to other S60 years?

S60 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted262 complaints1999: 0 complaints2000: 1 complaints2001: 262 complaints2002: 248 complaints2003: 168 complaints2004: 262 complaints2005: 57 complaints2006: 42 complaints2007: 34 complaints2008: 14 complaints2009: 9 complaints2011: 5 complaints2012: 167 complaints2013: 105 complaints2014: 35 complaints2015: 81 complaints2016: 34 complaints2017: 17 complaints2018: 5 complaints2019: 31 complaints2020: 22 complaints2021: 12 complaints2022: 28 complaints2023: 3 complaints2024: 31 complaints2025: 0 complaints
S60 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2015 Volvo S60 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine2531%
Other1114%
Electrical System911%
Transmission56%
Tires & Wheels56%
Brakes56%
Fuel System45%
Driver Assistance34%
Body & Structure34%
Airbags22%
Latches & Locks22%
Seat Belts22%
Speed Control22%
Steering22%
Visibility & Wipers11%

Does the 2015 Volvo S60 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V378000Seat BeltsJune 30, 2020 · 308,260 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

19V849000Latches & LocksNovember 26, 2019 · 144,937 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · April 6, 2026 · fire

“STATIONARY VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH KEYLESS IGNITION AND AUTO ENGINE "START/STOP" FEATURE. VEHICLE WAS STOPPED IN DRIVEWAY. ENGINE STOPPED, DRIVER STEPPED OUT OF CAR, ENGINE RESTARTED AND MOVED FORWARD, DAMAGING HOME AND BARELY MISSED PINNING DRIVER AGAINST WALL. EXPERIENCED DRIVER, MOMENTARILY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · December 14, 2015 · crash

“WHILE DRIVING, COMPUTER SCREENS ALL WENT BLACK AND ENGINE SHUT DOWN. IF IT HAD HAPPENED 1 MILE PRIOR, WOULD HAVE BEEN GOING 50-55 ON A CURVY TWO LANE ROAD AND WOULD HAVE RESULTED IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. TOWED TO DEALER AWAITING RESULTS.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 22, 2020

“The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated that the gear shifter would not shift into gear as needed. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 86,709.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · July 1, 2021

“The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to stop until the brake pedal had gone to the floorboard. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but no failure was found. The…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · March 15, 2023

2015 Volvo S60 — common questions

Is the 2015 Volvo S60 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 81 complaints put the 2015 model at #7 of 26 S60 years. It is one of the S60 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2015 S60 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (25 complaints), other (11 complaints), electrical system (9 complaints).

Does the 2015 Volvo S60 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2015 Volvo S60. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Volvo S60 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the S60 years to avoid are 2004, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2005. The cleanest record among S60 years belongs to 2025.

How safe is the 2015 Volvo S60?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2015 Volvo S60 earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.