2015 Volvo S60 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Volvo S60.

20142016
Complaints
79
Crashes
5
Fires
1
Injuries
2
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2015 Volvo S60 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#121 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:76,470 mi
Fires:1
#27 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:56,534 mi
#35 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:51,877 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Volvo S60.

Engine Problems
21
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
76,470
Electrical Faults
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
56,534
Transmission / Drivetrain
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
51,877
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Dynamic Brake Support/Brake Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2015 Volvo S60

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~453,197 vehicles.

20V378000Seat Belts:front
~308,260 affected

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.

19V849000Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
~144,937 affected

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.

Other Volvo S60 Years

2015 Volvo S60 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2015 Volvo S60 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2015 Volvo S60 has 79 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 21 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2015 Volvo S60?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (21 complaints, avg 76,470 mi); Electrical Faults (7 complaints, avg 56,534 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (5 complaints, avg 51,877 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Volvo S60?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 68,515 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2015 Volvo S60?
NHTSA complaints for the 2015 Volvo S60 include 5 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 2 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2015 Volvo S60 have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 453,197 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2015 Volvo S60?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Volvo S60 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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