2015 Volvo S60 Safety Report
2015 Volvo S60 Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2015 Volvo S60
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2015 Volvo S60. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Moderate (2) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (55) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 4 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Engine | Compare engine issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2018 | Compare against the 2018 Volvo S60 with 4 complaints and 1 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2016 | Check the 2016 Volvo S60 before buying across this generation. |
Volvo S60 Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Volvo S60 years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Volvo S60 | 26 | 4 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2017 Volvo S60 | 15 | 5 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2018 Volvo S60 | 4 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2015 Volvo S60 Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2015 Volvo S60, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Engine
12 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Volvo onlyUnknown Or Other
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Volvo onlyElectrical System
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Volvo onlyService Brakes
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Volvo onlyEngine And Engine Cooling
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine And Engine Cooling issues Volvo onlyForward Collision Avoidance
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Forward Collision Avoidance issues Volvo onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2015 Volvo S60
Reliability Score
The 2015 Volvo S60 receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2015 Volvo S60
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2015 Volvo S60
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2015 Volvo S60:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excessive Oil Consumption Several owners have reported excessive oil consumption, which can lead to engine damage if not addressed. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunction The system has malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to apply brakes when there are no objects in front of the vehicle. |
Low | Common | 0-100k miles |
| Electrical System Issues Problems with seat belts and door latches have been reported, indicating potential safety risks. |
Medium | Common | 0-100k miles |
| Alternator Belt Failure The alternator belt has shredded, leading to severe engine damage and potentially rendering the vehicle inoperable. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2015 Volvo S60:
Issues with seat belts have been reported, including failure to engage properly.
The system has malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to apply brakes unnecessarily.
Problems with the electrical system, including door latches, have been reported.
The alternator belt has shredded, leading to severe engine damage.
Recall Details for the 2015 Volvo S60
The following 2 recalls have been issued for the 2015 Volvo S60 by NHTSA:
Summary: 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.
Consequence: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89978.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2015 Volvo S60
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2015 Volvo S60 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes. 1 involved fires. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. The contact stated that the vehicle had consumed 3 quarts of oil after driving 2,100 miles. Additionally, the contact stated that the low oil pressure warning light only illuminated after the vehicle had consumed over 3 quarts of oil. The dealer was notified of the failure; however, t...
The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated, and had flashed off and on while driving at highway speeds. The contact stated that the vehicle also stalled on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the engine cylinders were faulty, and th...
Requesting reimbursement from Volvo Cars USA for a known defect in the engine’s piston rings. This defect has resulted in excessive oil consumption and necessitated costly repairs. Volvo reached a legal settlement in May 2023 regarding this defect—which affects the piston rings, pistons, and/or piston heads in certain 2013–2016 models. I never received a recall notice or any communication from the...
City Safety Is randomly Malfunctioning. Vehicle will aggressively apply brakes when there are no objects in front of the vehicle. This has happened in town and on a long driveway.
Alternator belt shredded and got underneath the timing belt causing the engine timing to go off and severe engine damage that I will now have to total the car or spend $13-15K to replace. The car stalled after leaving a stop sign so I wasn't going fast. I spoke to my local mechanic and he had another Volvo S60 T5 in his shop with the same issue showing up but that owner was lucky enough to not h...
THE REAR DOOR LOCK IS NOT CLOSING THE DOOR
The child safety lock is not engaged. The door latches on the rear right passenger door in my car has failed. It fails to unlock when from the inside. In an emergency situation. Passengers won't be able to exit the vehicle quickly. The Problem can be reproduced and there are current door latch recalls in other models but it needs to extend out these models too. It has not been inspected by p...
We were driving down the road automatic emergency braking system engaged without warning and for no reason. This has happened before in the past a few times. We feel this is an safety concern and would like to see it addressed. Thank you.
The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the steering became extremely difficult to turn and several warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the "City Safety" light was illuminated and drove over a manhole cover on the road and the vehicle stopped. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and de...
Was on the highway driving back from my aunts house and there were no signs anything was wrong with my car. No alerts on the dash besides low pressure tire which I filled up. As I was almost home, an alert randomly came up with “no oil pressure” along with a check engine light flashing and the car started shaking (misfiring). The car flashed a message that said something about reduced engine perfo...
I have been getting a low oil level sign in my car after 5 months of doing an oil change. This is not the first time this has happened. It is suspected this may be a oil consumption issue and not an oil leak as there is no visible sign of oil leak. The oil consumption problem has been confirmed by an independent mechanic.
I bought the car as a CPO on 9/25/19 32,860 mi. On 8/19/20 at 50,052 the engine failed. The oscillating dampener rubber separated causing serpentine belt to break, which in turn got caught in timing belt which caused that to break which then caused bent valves and valves to break. The failure was sudden. Had I been on the interstate I’d be severely injured or dead. I was told that I needed a new e...
Driver side door latch does not clamp to secure the door.
The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to stop until the brake pedal had gone to the floorboard. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but no failure was found. The contact stated that the failure had occurred several times. The contact stated that the vehicle was t...
The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under an unknown recall for the catalytic converter and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact was told that the catalytic converter had failed due to an oil leak. The contact was informed that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer ...
The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH and slowing down for a crosswalk with pedestrians in the crosswalk, the vehicle independently accelerated while depressing the brake pedal. The contact stated that she had not noticed any warning lights being illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The contact had taken the vehicle t...
I have a 2015 Volvo S60 T5 that I purchased 08 -2021 from Volvo that is consuming oil. I have had the oil changed (out of pocket) 3 times within 10,000 miles because the low oil light was on and I had purchased a extended warranty and wanted to play it safe. Never once did any Volvo service staff mention that this model car had a issue with oil consumption. After researching this cars history I ca...
Brake lines blew open while driving
Excessive Oil Consumption resulting in piston damage/failure! This vehicle has burned oil since I bought it used at about 80,000 miles. I checked the carfax prior to purchasing it and it had been maintained routinely. I have to add a liter of oil every couple of weeks. This is with regular in town driving. I have reported the issue numerous times to the Volvo dealer when I bring it in for regular...
Oil consumption problem. Vehicle has gone in multiple times. No leak found. Volvo is just over consuming oil. It needs a full quart every 500-1000 miles or less. Low Oil light comes on within 500-1000 miles. Have to add an entire quart to reset the light. There is no manual dipstick. This doesn't seem safe. Volvo knows of the problem. They are not taking accountability. There is a class action...
Showing 20 of 55 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2015 Volvo S60
Has the 2015 VOLVO S60 been recalled?
Yes, the 2015 VOLVO S60 has 2 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2015 VOLVO S60 have?
The 2015 VOLVO S60 has 55 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 3 involved crashes. 1 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2015 VOLVO S60?
The 2015 VOLVO S60 received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 5/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 VOLVO S60?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2015 VOLVO S60 involve engine (12 complaints), unknown or other (6 complaints), electrical system (3 complaints). Other affected components include service brakes, engine and engine cooling, forward collision avoidance.
How many crash reports does the 2015 VOLVO S60 have?
There are 3 crash reports associated with the 2015 VOLVO S60 out of 55 total complaints (5.5% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2015 VOLVO S60 have?
There are 1 fire reports for the 2015 VOLVO S60 out of 55 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2015 VOLVO S60?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 VOLVO S60.
How many injuries are reported for the 2015 VOLVO S60?
1 injury has been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 VOLVO S60. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2015 VOLVO S60?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 VOLVO S60 is acceptable with caveats. It has 55 complaints, 2 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2015 VOLVO S60?
The components with the most failures on the 2015 VOLVO S60 are: 1. ENGINE (12 complaints), 2. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (6 complaints), 3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (3 complaints), 4. SERVICE BRAKES (3 complaints), 5. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (2 complaints). ENGINE is the single most-reported problem area with 12 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2015 VOLVO S60?
Be aware of potential issues with the engine, electrical system, and forward collision avoidance system. Regular maintenance is crucial to prevent severe damage. The 2015 VOLVO S60 has 55 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2015 VOLVO S60?
The 2015 VOLVO S60 receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 55 owner complaints, 2 recalls, and 4 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Excessive Oil Consumption and Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunction.
What are the known issues with the 2015 VOLVO S60?
Known issues with the 2015 VOLVO S60 include: Excessive Oil Consumption, Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunction, Electrical System Issues, Alternator Belt Failure. These are based on patterns found across 55 NHTSA complaints. 2 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the common issues with the 2015 Volvo S60?
Common issues include excessive oil consumption, electrical system failures, and malfunctioning forward collision avoidance systems.
Is the forward collision avoidance system reliable?
The system has malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to apply brakes unnecessarily, which is a concern.
What should I do if I experience electrical system issues?
Have the vehicle inspected by a professional to address any potential safety risks.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be aware of potential issues with the engine, electrical system, and forward collision avoidance system. Regular maintenance is crucial to prevent severe damage.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2015 Volvo S60
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2015 Volvo S60. The data includes 55 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 2 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 3 reported crashes, 1 fire incidents, 1 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2015 Volvo S60 an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 5 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-17