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2013 Volvo S60 seatbelts problems

moderate Owners of the 2013 Volvo S60 have filed 3 NHTSA complaints about the seatbelts at roughly $500 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See seatbelts across all vehicles →

Complaints
3
Recalls
1
Avg fix
$500
seatbelts complaints on the Volvo S60, by model year
Model yearseatbelts complaints
2012 S60 8
2013 S60 (this page) 3

When does it fail?

Of the 3 seatbelts complaints filed for the 2013 Volvo S60, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.

0-25k
1 (100%)
25-50k
0 (0%)
50-75k
0 (0%)
75-100k
0 (0%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
0 (0%)

Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.

What stands out

No new NHTSA seatbelts complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 12 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 20V378000 June 30, 2020

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

Fix: 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.

Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins

The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering seatbelts on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.

Service Bulletin SMB88-004-2021-0 Mar 2021

This is to inform you that we have procured Rebuilders Automotive Supply (RAS) to handle the returns of the recalled Front Seat Belt Fastener Pretensioner for Recall R10029. RAS has created instructions for the pretensioner shipping procedures. You MUST review and inform your staff as to the requirements for handling the returns. There are specific measures as these pretensioners are classified as hazardous materials. A Parts Bulletin with this same information has also been created to ensure your Parts Department will receive these instructions in case they will be handling the returns.

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗
Service Bulletin SMB88-004-2021-0 Mar 2021

This is to inform you that we have procured Rebuilders Automotive Supply (RAS) to handle the returns of the recalled Front Seat Belt Fastener Pretensioner for Recall R10029. RAS has created instructions for the pretensioner shipping procedures. You MUST review and inform your staff as to the requirements for handling the returns. There are specific measures as these pretensioners are classified as hazardous materials. A Parts Bulletin with this same information has also been created to ensure your Parts Department will receive these instructions in case they will be handling the returns.

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗
Service Bulletin SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 2018

This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗
Service Bulletin SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 2018

This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗
Service Bulletin SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 2018

This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.

What owners are reporting 1 most recent

seatbelts · 10,000 mi · filed 12/20/2013

When the front passenger does not use seat belt, the car does not issue any audible warning (even when the car is in motion, e.g. At 30 MPH). Note that, in contrast, the audible warning will ring for 6 seconds if the driver does not use seat belt. I called the local dealer and Volvo north america at (201) 768-7300, the reply was that this is exactly how it is designed to work. The dealer also…

Had seatbelts trouble with your 2013 Volvo S60? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the seatbelts problem on the 2013 Volvo S60?

It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.

At what mileage does the seatbelts typically fail?

Based on the 3 complaints filed, seatbelts issues most often appear around 32,500 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $500 for seatbelts repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to seatbelts?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover seatbelts issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Related

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Volvo/S60. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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