- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- The 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.
Vehicle safety record
2018 Volvo S60 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2018 Volvo S60 with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1) and the electrical system (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in June 2020 for the front. For comparison, the 2017 has 17 and the 2019 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical S60 year, for its age
#247 most complained-about 2018 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2018 Volvo S60 problems
Share of all 4 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2018 Volvo S60 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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4 complaints about the 2018 Volvo S60
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
My sunroof glass spontaneously shattered while I was driving on the highway on 10/9/2025. There was no apparent cause. It sounded like an explosion, and glass came down all over me and the seats. Very disturbing!
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 cars with such low mileage. Usually, cars have 125,000+ miles if/when the ECM fails". The dealer and an Independent mechanic both stated that the brakes, steering, starter, thermostat, etc., could fail at any time. This could put my family, and other families on the road, at risk. Volvo refused to pay for the repairs.
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 failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 77,000.
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.
Volvo S60: every year compared
All S60 years2018 Volvo S60 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Volvo S60 | 4 | 1 | A | |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 131 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2018 Genesis G80 | 100 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Acura TLX | 98 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2018 BMW 5 Series | 81 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 68 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2018 BMW 3 Series | 61 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Infiniti Q50 | 43 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Audi A4 | 43 | 1 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2018 Volvo S60
Does the 2018 Volvo S60 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 Volvo S60: front (June 2020). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Volvo S60?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1), electrical system (1), engine & cooling (1).
How many complaints has the 2018 Volvo S60 had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 25, 2020 and the latest on October 11, 2025. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2018 Volvo S60 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 92 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Volvo S60 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Volvo S60 years have the most complaints?
2001 (238), 2004 (198), 2002 (189). See every Volvo S60 year compared.
What should I do if my 2018 Volvo S60 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data