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2019 Volvo S60 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2019 Volvo S60 sits mid-pack among S60 years: 31 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 31, with 4 recalls and one closed investigation.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across tires & wheels (5), electrical system (5), and driver assistance (3), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

31

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

1

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other S60 years?

S60 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 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, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Volvo S60 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System516%
Tires & Wheels516%
Other310%
Driver Assistance310%
Lighting26%
Seats26%
Transmission26%
Visibility & Wipers26%
Seat Belts13%
Brakes13%
Engine13%
Airbags13%
Speed Control13%
Steering13%
Suspension13%

Does the 2019 Volvo S60 have recalls?

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

23V780000AirbagsNovember 21, 2023 · 346 units

Defect

Volvo Car USA, LLC. (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2024 S60 vehicles. The passenger air bag may not be secured properly, which can cause the air bag to deploy improperly.

Consequence

An air bag that does not deploy properly in a crash increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts securing the passenger air bag, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 5, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10254.

21V414000Electrical SystemJune 2, 2021 · 85,550 units

Defect

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2020 V90, XC60, S60, V60, V60CC, S90, V90CC, S90L, and XC90 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail.

Consequence

Failure of the low-pressure fuel pump can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10100.

20V144000Driver AssistanceMarch 12, 2020 · 121,605 units

Defect

Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.

Consequence

If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, 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 R29998.

19V327000SuspensionApril 25, 2019 · 8,266 units

Defect

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 S60 vehicles. The rear suspension toe link flange lock nuts may not have been properly tightened, possibly resulting in a sudden change in vehicle handling.

Consequence

A sudden change in vehicle handling can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear toe link flange bolts and lock nuts, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 6, 2019. Owner's my contact Volvo Customer Service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R19938.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“235/40/19 XL RUN FLAT: At 20,750 miles, Sudden Extreme Vibration at Interstate Speed. Confirmed by Schumacher Volvo Service on 28 Oct 2023. Service Writer and Technician advised tire/s failing due to 'foam' separating inside tire. Rotated tires and could not determine which tire. Advised to replace…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · October 28, 2023

“I was driving down our main road and I saw and smelled smoke coming out of the air vents, then a warning light came on my dashboard for my 12V battery I pulled over right away and opened the trunk and saw fire on the left-hand side. I attempted to extinguish the fire myself using soda, I was…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · July 25, 2022 · fire

“WHILE DRIVING ON A SUNNY DAY I KEPT BEING BLINDED BY CHROME / MIRROR FINISH ELEMENTS SURROUNDING THE STEERING WHEEL. IT WASN'T HAPPENING ONLY FOR A MOMENT, MY EYES HURT AFTER DRIVING HOME FROM WORK. THAT IS VERY DISTRACTING AND AFFECTS DRIVER'S VISION! TO HIDE MY EYES FROM THE BLINDING LIGHT, I HAD…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 13, 2020

“On Saturday, August 21, 2021, the automatic emergency braking engaged while we were travelling between 60-70 mph on I-95. There was no apparent reason for the braking because there was no vehicle or other obstacle to trigger the braking. After a few moments of hard braking the braking stopped and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · August 21, 2021

“WHILE DRIVING ON A SUNNY DAY I KEPT BEING BLINDED BY CHROME / MIRROR FINISH ELEMENTS SURROUNDING THE STEERING WHEEL. IT WASN'T HAPPENING ONLY FOR A MOMENT, MY EYES HURT AFTER DRIVING HOME FROM WORK. THAT IS VERY DISTRACTING AND AFFECTS DRIVER'S VISION! TO HIDE MY EYES FROM THE BLINDING LIGHT, I HAD…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · June 13, 2020

2019 Volvo S60 — common questions

Is the 2019 Volvo S60 reliable?

It is close to typical for the S60: 31 NHTSA complaints, 4 recalls, and 1 investigation on file.

What are the most common 2019 S60 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are tires & wheels (5 complaints), electrical system (5 complaints), driver assistance (3 complaints).

Does the 2019 Volvo S60 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 Volvo S60. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2019 Volvo S60 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

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.

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.