2024 Volvo S60 Problems & Complaints

Use caution2.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the S60 at the same age

Owners have filed 22 complaints about the 2024 Volvo S60 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 2.5× as many as a typical S60 model year at the same age — above average, so look closely at the problem areas below before you buy. The most reported problem area is the driver assistance (9 complaints, typically around 15,000 miles). 3 recalls cover this model year.

22complaints
3recalls
5crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2024 Volvo S60 problems

  • Driver assistance~15,000 miles
    941%
  • Electrical system~13,000 miles
    627%
  • Other / not specified
    523%
  • Brakes~4,000 miles
    418%
  • Steering
    314%
  • Fuel & propulsion system~20,000 miles
    29%
  • Speed control & acceleration~4,000 miles
    29%
  • Air bags
    15%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroof
    15%
  • Engine & cooling
    15%

Share of the 22 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Volvo S60 complaints by model year

’01’02’03’04’05’06’07’08’09’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’19’20’21’22’23’24’25223186120198443121107512187255826172512815322
Owner complaints per model year, Volvo S60. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best S60 years: 2011, 2025, 2021. Years to avoid: 2012, 2024, 2013, 2015, 2001. Compare all years →

2024 Volvo S60 recalls (3)

Back over prevention › Software

NHTSA recall 25V-908 · Dec 23, 2025 · 413,151 vehicles

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026.

Back over prevention › Software

NHTSA recall 25V-282 · May 8, 2025 · 413,151 vehicles

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552.

Air bags › Frontal

NHTSA recall 23V-780 · Nov 21, 2023 · 346 vehicles

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.

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.

What 2024 Volvo S60 owners say

Driver assistance

The contact owns a 2024 Volvo S60. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera was inoperable. The contact stated that the failure recurred while reversing on one occasion, causing another vehicle that was also reversing to crash into the rear driver's side of the vehicle, near the fuel door. A Police report was filed. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where a software update was performed in March 2025 and January 2026; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it remained for three days, but the contact was informed that no further software updates or camera replacement would be performed. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V908000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 7,798.

8,000 miles · Mar 2025 · crash

The contact owns a 2024 Volvo S60. The contact stated that while attempting to park the vehicle in the garage, the vehicle rolled forward after releasing the accelerator pedal and the vehicle crashed into the garage door before the brake pedal was depressed. The Forward Collision Avoidance system failed to stop the vehicle. A panel on the garage door was damaged. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 15,000.

15,000 miles · May 2026 · crash

Electrical system

The contact owns a 2024 Volvo S60. The contact stated that the radio screen was blank while driving at various speeds. The system rebooted independently soon after the failure; however, the failure reoccurred. Due to the failure, there was no access to the safety features in the vehicle. In addition, several other safety features failed to operate as needed; however, the vehicle lost motive power without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions; however, the dealer could not duplicate the failure. The dealer performed several software updates on the vehicle; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the failure became more frequent and more dangerous because the failure mostly occurred while driving on the highway. …

13,000 miles · Feb 2025

URGENT SAFETY CONCERN: Intermittent Total Loss of All Vehicle Audio Alerts This issue has occurred multiple times and poses a serious safety concern. While driving, the vehicle intermittently experiences a complete loss of all audio output. This includes: Turn signal indicators Hazard warning sounds Blind spot monitoring alerts Park distance control tones Navigation guidance Audio system playback (music, radio, etc.) All other safety-related audio warnings and notifications The vehicle becomes completely silent, eliminating essential auditory cues that are critical for safe operation. Temporary Workaround (While Driving): The only way to restore functionality is by performing a forced reboot of the infotainment system. This requires the driver to press and hold the home button until the system power cycles-a distracting and unsafe action that must be done while the vehicle is in motion. …

Jun 2025

Brakes

The contact owns a 2024 Volvo S60. The contact stated that while pulling into a handicap parking spot in the parking spot located in front of Barnes and Noble, on 12/16/2025 around 6:40 P.M., the vehicle experienced uncommanded /unattended acceleration, and the brakes failed when depressed and pressed against the floorboard. and crashed into the cement barrier, which slowed it, and then the vehicle stopped. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was able to drive away from the crash. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer. The contact had pre-existing spinal injuries and five cervical surgeries. It was undetermined if he was injured during the failure, but he will be seeking medical attention. There was no reported fire, airbag deployment, or police report filed. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. …

4,000 miles · Dec 2025 · crash

I was at a stoplight with my foot on the brake. The car lurched forward, which prompted me to push harder on the brake. Then, with my foot firmly on the brake, the car accelerated into the car in front of me. There was body damage to the car. Volvo investigated and said that the computer indicated that the gas pedal was engaged at 90% while the brake was engaged at the same time. This would involve me putting my foot on the gas and brake at the same time, which simply is not what happened. There is clearly something wrong with their computer system. The same problem was identified in the XC40 Recharge EV model.

Oct 2025 · crash

2024 Volvo S60 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid8-speed automaticAWD30 / 33 / 31
2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid8-speed automaticFWD26 / 35 / 30
2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid8-speed automaticAWD25 / 33 / 28

EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 Volvo S60 a good car?

Based on 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2024 S60 rates use caution: 2.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the S60 at the same age. It is one of the S60 years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2024 Volvo S60?

The driver assistance — 9 complaints, 41% of all complaints for this model year, most often about warnings. Next are the electrical system (6) and brakes (4).

How many recalls does the 2024 Volvo S60 have?

There are 3 recalls for the 2024 Volvo S60, the most recent from December 23, 2025 (software). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Volvo S60?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2011, 2025 and 2021. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2012, 2024, 2013, 2015 and 2001. See the full Volvo S60 years comparison.

At what mileage do 2024 Volvo S60 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 13,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.