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Volvo V60 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every V60 from 2011 to 2025: 57 owner complaints and 42 recalls across 15 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2015 (21), 2016 (14), 2020 (8). Best fuel economy: 31 mpg combined (2025).

Volvo V60
Photo: Charles from Port Chester, New York · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine16
Electrical10
Brakes7
Other / unknown6
Visibility/Wiper5
Body & structure4
Transmission & drivetrain3
Seat belts3

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
201120–
201220–
201320–
201420–
201522129
201641429
20176329
20182129
20193228
20203827
20213127
20223031
20234231
202425–
20252031

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Volvo V60?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2015 (21), 2016 (14), 2020 (8).

How many recalls has the Volvo V60 had?

Across 2011–2025, NHTSA lists 42 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).