Model-year record
2018 Volvo S60
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Complaints filed
4
Reports to NHTSA, 2018
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
26
EPA estimate
Known issues
Electrical System issues lead owner complaints (25% of 4 reports), followed by service brakes (25%).
Share of all 4 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11671445.
Individual complaint reports(4)
Showing the 4 most recent reportsUnknown Or OtherOct 2025 · ODI 11692719Details +Close −
My sunroof glass spontaneously shattered while I was driving on the highway on 10/9/2025. There was no apparent cause. It sounded like an explosion, and glass came down all over me and the seats. Very disturbing!
- Reported
- Oct 2025
- Incident date
- Oct 2025
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Electrical SystemJul 2025 · ODI 11671445Details +Close −
The check engine light appeared on my 2018 Volvo s60. After taking the car to 2 Independent mechanics and the dealer, it was diagnosed as an Engine Control Module (ECM) failure. My 2018 Volvo s60 has ONLY 44,200 miles. The dealer stated that they "haven't seen this failure in cars with such low mileage. Usually, cars have 125,000+ miles if/when the ECM fails". The dealer and an Independent mechanic both stated that the brakes, steering, starter, thermostat, etc., could fail at any time. This could put my family, and other families on the road, at risk. Volvo refused to pay for the repairs.
- Reported
- Jul 2025
- Incident date
- Jun 2025
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
VisibilityFeb 2023 · ODI 11508871Details +Close −
The contact owns a 2018 Volvo S60. The contact stated that the HVAC system fan was inoperable, and the front windshield could not be defrosted. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the fan, and the failure was remedied. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 77,000.
- Reported
- Feb 2023
- Incident date
- Feb 2023
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Service BrakesJan 2020 · ODI 11301770Details +Close −
WHEN PRESSING BRAKE PEDAL A POPPING SOUND WAS NOTICED AND THEN BRAKES WERE LOST. FORTUNATELY CAR WAS PARKED IN A STREET. SERVICE LOCATION STATED THAT "BRAKE BOOSTER BROKE, IT IS A MAN MADE PART". CAR HAS ONLY 10500 MILES ON IT.
- Reported
- Jan 2020
- Incident date
- Jan 2020
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Recalls(1)
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Seat Belts · 20V378000Details +Close −
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.
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Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2018 Volvo S60 4 DR FWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
2018 Volvo S60 4 DR AWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S60 Inscription FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 25 | 36 | 29 |
| S60 FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 25 | 36 | 29 |
| S60 Inscription AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 22 | 33 | 26 |
| S60 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 22 | 33 | 26 |
| S60 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 22 | 32 | 26 |
| S60 CC AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 22 | 30 | 25 |
| S60 Polestar AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 20 | 27 | 22 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2018 Volvo S60: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2018 Volvo S60?
Owners filed 4 NHTSA complaints about the 2018 Volvo S60. This is raw owner-reported complaint volume with no production or exposure normalization, so it is not a reliability score or a best/worst-year ranking.
What are the most common problems on the 2018 Volvo S60?
The most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (25% of complaints) and service brakes (25%).
How many recalls does the 2018 Volvo S60 have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2018 Volvo S60, covering components such as seat belts. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Volvo S60 get?
The EPA rates the 2018 Volvo S60 between 22 and 29 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.