- 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 V60 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2018 Volvo V60 with NHTSA, most often about the visibility & wipers (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in June 2020 for the front. For comparison, the 2017 has 6 and the 2019 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical V60 year, for its age
#365 most complained-about 2018 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2018 Volvo V60 problems
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2018 Volvo V60 recalls 2
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
- The problem
- Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have an error causing the Telematics and Driver Support Systems to function improperly. As a result, the GPS will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.
- The risk
- If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.
- The fix
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39917.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2018 Volvo V60
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Rearview mirrors do not return to their saved positions after shifting into reverse then shifting back into drive. This will compound over time and shift the rearview mirror positions lower and lower. Stored positions are not affected, as recalling a saved driver setting will move the mirrors back to the correct stored positions.
Volvo V60: every year compared
All V60 years2018 Volvo V60 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Volvo V60 | 1 | 2 | B | |
| 2018 Volvo S90 T5 | 12 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2018 Volvo S90 T6 | 12 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2018 Volvo S90 T8 | 12 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2018 Volvo V90CC | 7 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2018 Volvo S60 | 4 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2018 Volvo V90 T5 | 2 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2018 Volvo V90 T6 | 2 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2018 Volvo V60 CC | 1 | 0 | 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 V60
Does the 2018 Volvo V60 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Volvo V60: front (June 2020); software (November 2018). 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 V60?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the visibility & wipers (1).
How many complaints has the 2018 Volvo V60 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 17, 2020 and the latest on January 17, 2020. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2018 Volvo V60 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 73 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Volvo V60 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 V60 years have the most complaints?
2015 (21), 2016 (14), 2017 (6). See every Volvo V60 year compared.
What should I do if my 2018 Volvo V60 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