2014 Volvo S60 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2014 Volvo S60 has a Caution verdict, ranking 8th worst out of 20 model years with a complaint index of 63. Engine problems dominate at 56% of complaints, and NHTSA lists 3 recalls including a keyless ignition CEM software issue.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 63/100
- #8 of 20 S60 years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 25
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 3
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 1
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 23
- 20 city / 29 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
Top 2014 Volvo S60 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine14 (56%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires4 (16%)
- Electrical System3 (12%)
- Structure & Body3 (12%)
- Other2 (8%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (8%)
- Airbags1 (4%)
- Brakes1 (4%)
- HVAC1 (4%)
- Steering1 (4%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Some owners report sudden unintended stalling or acceleration loss while lightly pressing the accelerator, in one case leading to a crash.
- Owners describe the vehicle suddenly losing power or shutting off when releasing cruise control at highway speed, requiring a central computer software update.
- Several owners report tire and wheel problems, including a front wheel coming loose while pulling into a garage and tire sidewall bubbles or blowouts at low mileage.
- One owner reported the windshield wipers, turn signals, headlights, and instrument panel all failing intermittently shortly after purchase.
- A driver reported the airbag trim on the steering wheel coming loose and exposing sharp plastic, cutting a finger while driving.
- Owners describe door latch problems, including a passenger door that could not be unlocked, and rear headrests that intermittently would not stay up.
2014 Volvo S60 recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 20V378000Jun 30, 2020Seat Belts308,260 vehicles
Seat belts:front
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.
Risk: 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.
- NHTSA 19V849000Nov 26, 2019Structure & Body144,937 vehicles
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
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.
Risk: 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 13V377000Aug 21, 2013Electrical System7,767 vehicles
Electrical system
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2014 S60, S80, XC60 and XC70 vehicles equipped with keyless ignition. In the affected vehicles, the Central Electronic Module (CEM) will not perform as intended. As a result, the front windshield wipers might run continuously when the ignition is on. Also, the turn signals, high beams, and headlight switch might not work.
Risk: Malfunctioning head lamps and/or turn signals increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the CEM software, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
2014 Volvo S60 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 20 MPG
- Highway
- 29 MPG
- Combined
- 23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,800
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2014 compared with other S60 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Volvo S60 reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2014 S60 a Caution verdict based on owner complaints and recalls, ranking 8th worst among 20 model years with a complaint index of 63.
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Volvo S60?
- Engine issues make up 56% of complaints (14 of 25), with a median failure mileage of 37,791 miles. Suspension, electrical, and structure/body issues each account for smaller shares.
- Does the 2014 Volvo S60 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2014 S60: a seat belt anchor cable replacement, a door latch replacement, and a Central Electronic Module software upgrade for keyless ignition vehicles.
- How does the 2014 S60 compare to other Volvo S60 years?
- The 2014 model's complaint index of 63 is lower than the worst years, 2012 (100) and 2013 (95), both rated Avoid, but higher than Good-rated years like 2017 (32) and 2020 (26).