2015 Volvo V60 Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Volvo V60.

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Complaints
25
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Fatalities
—
Recalls
2

Worst 2015 Volvo V60 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#111 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:35,643 mi
#22 complaints

Electronic Stability Control

Crash-related:1
#32 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Volvo V60.

Engine Problems
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
35,643
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 2015 Volvo V60

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~453,197 vehicles.

20V378000Seat Belts:front
~308,260 affected

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.

19V849000Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
~144,937 affected

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.

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2015 Volvo V60 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2015 Volvo V60 reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2015 Volvo V60 has 25 NHTSA complaints, 4 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2015 Volvo V60?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (11 complaints, avg 35,643 mi); Electronic Stability Control (2 complaints); Transmission / Drivetrain (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Volvo V60?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 35,643 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2015 Volvo V60?
NHTSA complaints for the 2015 Volvo V60 include 4 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2015 Volvo V60 have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 453,197 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2015 Volvo V60?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2015 Volvo V60 shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Volvo V60 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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