The 2022 Volvo S60 is associated with 15 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 4 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is Fuel & Propulsion System, accounting for 2 reports (13% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 4 certified vehicle configurations spanning 2L 4-Cyl plug-in hybrid and 2l 4-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 28 to 30 MPG combined. Plug-in hybrid variants are rated up to 74 MPGe (30–31 MPG on gasoline) with up to 40 miles of electric driving range.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 15 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 4 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: Fuel & Propulsion System (2 / 13%)
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
- • EPA Efficiency: 28–30 MPG (4 variants • PHEV up to 74 MPGe)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| S60 T8 AWD Recharge ext. Range Plug-in Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 74 MPGe (30 MPG) | 73 MPGe (33 MPG) | 74 MPGe (31 MPG) | 40 mi EV (530 mi total) | $2,450 / yr |
| S60 T8 AWD Recharge Plug-in Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 70 MPGe (28 MPG) | 68 MPGe (33 MPG) | 69 MPGe (30 MPG) | 22 mi EV (510 mi total) | $2,550 / yr |
| S60 B5 | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 26 MPG | 35 MPG | 30 MPG | — | $2,550 / yr |
| S60 B5 AWD | 2L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 25 MPG | 33 MPG | 28 MPG | — | $2,700 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| B5 FWD 4 DR FWD | | | | | 9.9% |
| B5 AWD 4 DR AWD | | | | | 9.9% |
| T6 AWD 4 DR AWD | | | | | 9.9% |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Standard and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as No in official NHTSA records for tested 2022 Volvo S60 models.
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Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Summary: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2020-2021 S90, 2020-2022 S60, V60, XC60, XC90, and 2022 V90 plug-in hybrid vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the high-voltage battery module as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the software to monitor the battery. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 28, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10312.
Affected Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Summary: 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.
Free Manufacturer 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.
Affected Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Defect Summary: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S60, V60, S90L, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An electronic control module (ECM) software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting, causing a loss of drive power.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will update the ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10198.
View all 2022 Volvo S60 recalls & campaign history (4 campaigns) →