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2015 Volvo V60 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Avoid

Complaint Index

100/100

#1 most-complained of 15 V60 years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2015 Volvo V60 has 21 NHTSA complaints and a complaint index of 100, the worst among all V60 model years, ranking 1st of 15. Engine problems dominate at 52% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 33,100 miles, backed by 2 recalls.

Complaints
21
Recalls
2
Crashes / fires
2 / 0
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
23
20 city / 28 hwy

Top 2015 Volvo V60 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Engine11 (52%)
  2. Brakes2 (10%)
  3. Structure & Body2 (10%)
  4. Transmission & Powertrain2 (10%)
  5. Airbags1 (5%)
  6. Other1 (5%)
  7. Seat Belts1 (5%)
  8. Steering1 (5%)
  9. Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (5%)
  10. Visibility & Wipers1 (5%)

What owners report

  • Engine makes a ping or knock sound during acceleration followed by a temporary loss of power, described as intermittent by the owner.
  • Owners report spark plug predetonation/preignition issues that retard timing and cause repeated power loss, in one case after multiple engine rebuilds.
  • A spark plug tip reportedly detached and was ingested by the engine, dropping cylinder pressure and triggering a check engine light and loss of power.
  • Steering wheel paddle shifters reportedly turn off on their own, causing the transmission to shift into a higher gear and the car to accelerate unexpectedly on downgrades.
  • A seat belt recall repair reportedly failed to prevent a low-speed collision injury after the owner suffered a medical episode at 25 mph.
  • Owners describe a sharp edge on the steering wheel molding that cut a driver's finger while turning, nearly causing loss of control.
2015 Volvo V60 complaints: complaints filed per month2Dec 2015Feb 2017Oct 2018Aug 2021Jan 2023Jul 2024Oct 2025
23 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2015 to Oct 2025; peak Aug 2016 (2).

2015 Volvo V60 recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

2015 Volvo V60 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
20 MPG
Highway
28 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.

2015 compared with other V60 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2013No verdict1402—
2014No verdict2102—
2015Avoid10021223
2016Avoid8614423
2017No verdict643626

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2015 Volvo V60 a good model year?
No. Among 15 model years of the V60 with data, 2015 ranks worst with a complaint index of 100 and a verdict of Avoid relative to other V60 years.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Volvo V60?
Engine problems are the top issue, accounting for 52% of complaints (11 of 21), with a median failure mileage of 33,100 miles.
Does the 2015 Volvo V60 have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls: one for seat belt anchor cables and one for door latches that may break and prevent proper latching.
How does the 2015 V60 compare to other years like 2016 or 2020?
2015 has the highest complaint index (100) of any V60 year in the data, ahead of 2016 (86) and 2020 (79), both also rated Avoid.
What is the fuel economy of the 2015 Volvo V60?
The 2015 V60 gets 23 mpg combined (20 city / 28 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,800.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.