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ProblemsByVin File / 2018-VOLVO-S60
2018 · Volvo

Volvo S60 problems

1 safety recall. 4 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
9.0 / 10

Above-average reliability for the segment. Few systemic issues on file.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2018 S60 · electrical
The check engine light appeared on my 2018 Volvo s60. After taking the car to 2 Independent mechanics and the dealer, it was diagnosed as an Engine Control Module (ECM) failure. My 2018 Volvo s60 has ONLY 44,200 miles. The dealer stated that they "haven't seen this failure in…
07/06/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11671445.0
2018 S60 · visibility
The contact owns a 2018 Volvo S60. The contact stated that the HVAC system fan was inoperable, and the front windshield could not be defrosted. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the fan, and the failure was remedied. The manufacturer was notified of the…
02/24/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11508871.0
2018 S60 · brakes
WHEN PRESSING BRAKE PEDAL A POPPING SOUND WAS NOTICED AND THEN BRAKES WERE LOST. FORTUNATELY CAR WAS PARKED IN A STREET. SERVICE LOCATION STATED THAT "BRAKE BOOSTER BROKE, IT IS A MAN MADE PART". CAR HAS ONLY 10500 MILES ON IT.
01/25/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11301770.0

Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 20V378000 30/06/2020

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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.

Common questions

Is the 2018 Volvo S60 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 9.0 out of 10 based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2018 Volvo S60 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2018 Volvo S60?

No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.

How do I check if my Volvo S60 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2018 Volvo S60?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 4 complaints on file, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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