2022 Volvo S60 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2022 Volvo S60 has a complaint index of 53 and ranks 10th worst out of 20 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 15 complaints, 4 recalls, and no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths tied to this year.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 53/100
- #10 of 20 S60 years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 15
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 4
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 30
- 27 city / 33 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2022 Volvo S60 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System4 (27%)
- Engine3 (20%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras3 (20%)
- Other3 (20%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (20%)
- Brakes2 (13%)
- Fuel System2 (13%)
- Steering2 (13%)
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (13%)
- Airbags1 (7%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Some cars lose motive power while driving and display a critical safety fault message telling the driver to stop and service the vehicle immediately, with one case reported at a median mileage of 42,000 miles.
- Owners describe the brake pedal suddenly becoming very hard to press with reduced stopping power, sometimes with no warning lights or diagnostic codes found.
- After shifting from reverse to drive, some vehicles hesitate to move and then slam into gear and lurch forward unexpectedly.
- Wheels have reportedly bent or broken apart within a few months of ownership, sometimes tied to low-profile tire wear at low mileage.
- The center touchscreen display goes blank at random times, sometimes with a loud speaker squeal, temporarily disabling climate control and audio functions.
- A forward collision warning has activated and triggered automatic braking when no other vehicle was close by.
2022 Volvo S60 recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V179000Mar 24, 2025Electrical System7,483 vehicles
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2020-2021 S90, 2020-2022 S60, V60, XC60, XC90, and 2022 V90 plug-in hybrid vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked.
Risk: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the high-voltage battery module as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the software to monitor the battery. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 28, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10312.
- NHTSA 23V780000Nov 21, 2023Airbags346 vehicles
Air bags:frontal
Volvo Car USA, LLC. (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2024 S60 vehicles. The passenger air bag may not be secured properly, which can cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy properly in a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts securing the passenger air bag, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 5, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10254.
- NHTSA 22V793000Oct 20, 2022Engine15,674 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:engine control module (ecu/ECM)
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S60, V60, S90L, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An electronic control module (ECM) software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk: The vehicle may lose drive power as the high voltage battery is depleted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10198.
2022 Volvo S60 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 27 MPG
- Highway
- 33 MPG
- Combined
- 30 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,650
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- 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.
2022 compared with other S60 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Volvo S60 reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2022 S60 a complaint index of 53 and a Caution verdict, ranking 10th worst among 20 model years of the S60. It has 15 complaints and 4 recalls but no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
- What problems does the 2022 Volvo S60 have?
- The top problem area is the Electrical System, making up 27% of complaints, followed by Engine, Collision Avoidance & Cameras, and Suspension, Wheels & Tires, each at 20%. Owners also reported issues with brakes, fuel system, steering, and transmission.
- Does the 2022 Volvo S60 have recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2022 S60, covering the high-voltage battery, passenger air bag mounting bolts, engine control module software, and seat belt retractors. None are classified as do-not-drive recalls.
- Is the 2022 Volvo S60 better or worse than other S60 years?
- The 2022 S60 is rated Caution, worse than the 2021 S60 which earned a Best verdict with a complaint index of 21. It is better than years like 2012, 2013, 2015, and 2024, which were all rated Avoid.