2014 Volvo S60 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
57/100
#7 most-complained of 15 S60 years
The 2014 Volvo S60 has 25 NHTSA complaints, a complaint index of 57, and 3 recalls, ranking 7th of 15 model years — a Caution year. Engine problems dominate at 56% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 37,791.
- Complaints
- 25
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 1 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 23
- 20 city / 29 hwy
Top 2014 Volvo S60 problems
NHTSA owner 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%)
What owners report
- Some owners report sudden unintended acceleration or stalling at low speeds, including one incident that ended in a crash into parked vehicles.
- Owners describe the vehicle losing power or lurching without warning while cruise control was active at highway speed, requiring a central computer software update.
- Several owners report a front wheel nearly detaching or coming loose after being held by only a bolt or two.
- Tire failures are reported, including sidewall bubbles and blowouts on factory-installed Continental tires at low mileage.
- Owners report electrical faults where wipers, turn signals, headlights, and the instrument panel shut off unexpectedly shortly after purchase.
- Some owners describe door latches failing to unlock, trapping passengers, and rear headrests popping up intermittently.
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 lists 25 complaints and a complaint index of 57 for the 2014 S60, placing it 7th worst of 15 model years and earning a Caution rating relative to other S60 years.
- What is the biggest problem with the 2014 Volvo S60?
- Engine issues are the top problem area, accounting for 56% of complaints (14 of 25), with a median failure mileage of 37,791.
- Does the 2014 Volvo S60 have any recalls?
- Yes, 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?
- With a complaint index of 57, the 2014 S60 ranks better than the 2012 (100), 2013 (93), 2015 (79), and 2024 (86) model years, all rated Avoid, but worse than 2016-2021 and 2020, which rated Good or Best.