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Every road vehicle recall DVSA lists for the Volvo S60 since 1992: what the problem is, how it is put right, how many vehicles it covers and when they were built. Newest first.

Recalls for the Volvo S60. Also see car recalls by year and make.

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42 recalls matched to this model
Methodology
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  • Recalls since 1992 42 launched 2003 to 2025
  • Most recent 24 March 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/117
  • Recalls 2016 to 2025 20 launched in those ten years
  • Busiest year 2010 6 recalls launched

Does a recall affect your Volvo S60?

Not every Volvo S60 is affected. Each recall covers cars built on particular dates or with particular VINs, which DVSA’s file does not list in full. To check a specific car, use GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check with its registration, or ask the manufacturer or a dealer, who can check the VIN.

Volvo S60 recalls by year

Recalls launched each year, 2003 to 2026

2010 had the most, with 6. A count of recalls is not a measure of safety: one recall can cover a handful of cars or tens of thousands.

Volvo S60 safety recalls by year of launch
Year Recalls
’03 1
’04 3
’05 0
’06 0
’07 1
’08 0
’09 0
’10 6
’11 3
’12 4
’13 1
’14 0
’15 3
’16 4
’17 1
’18 0
’19 2
’20 4
’21 3
’22 1
’23 3
’24 1
’25 1
’26 0

Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis January 1992 to September 2026 Updated

Every Volvo S60 recall, newest first

2025 1 recall

SPA1 Cell Modules

Launched 24 March 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/117 Manufacturer ref. R10312

Defect
On affected vehicles the High Voltage (HV) Battery may have a manufacturing defect which could cause the battery cells to overheat when the HV Battery is fully charged. In a worst-case scenario there is a risk of fire when the vehicle is parked up with a fully charged HV Battery.
Remedy
Check and replace the HV Battery if necessary and install modified software.
Vehicles affected
40 S60 vehicles
Built
25 Feb 2019 to 30 Nov 2021

2024 1 recall

BCM2 – Push Road

Launched 5 November 2024 DVSA recall R/2024/446 Manufacturer ref. R10289

Defect
The rod connecting the brake pedal to the brake booster may not have been assembled correctly. The final torque might not be according to manufacturing specification due to deviations in the equipment. If the rod does disconnect the mechanical connection between brake pedal and brake booster cannot be guaranteed. In the worst-case scenario if the rod disconnects the brake pedal function cannot be guaranteed
Remedy
A Volvo retailer will check and if necessary tighten the rod to correct specification.
Vehicles affected
55 S60 vehicles
Built
13 Jun 2019 to 13 Aug 2020

2023 3 recalls

The passenger air bag may not have been correctly secured.

Launched 27 November 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/340 Manufacturer ref. R10254

Defect
The passenger air bag may not have been correctly secured.
Remedy
Inspect and re torque retaining bolts.
Vehicles affected
17 S60 vehicles
Built
2 Aug 2018 to 14 Jul 2023

During driving or idle the O-Ring may become twisted or break. Should this occur there could be an oil leak a message for low engine oil level displayed in the vehicle or an unusual smell in the cabin. In a worst case scenario this could cause a thermal event.

Launched 4 September 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/263 Manufacturer ref. R10248

Defect
During driving or idle the O-Ring may become twisted or break. Should this occur there could be an oil leak a message for low engine oil level displayed in the vehicle or an unusual smell in the cabin. In a worst case scenario this could cause a thermal event.
Remedy
Replace O-Ring
Vehicles affected
13,701 across everything the recall covers
Built
19 Oct 2021 to 13 Jul 2023
Also covers

There may be a potential software error in the brake control module.

Launched 24 January 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/025 Manufacturer ref. R10217

Defect
There may be a potential software error in the brake control module.
Remedy
Update the brake control module software.
Vehicles affected
10,197 across everything the recall covers
Built
26 Sept 2022 to 11 Jan 2023

2022 1 recall

A software error may prevent the engine control module from starting the engine

Launched 27 October 2022 DVSA recall R/2022/313 Manufacturer ref. R10198

Defect
The Engine Control Module (ECM) may prevent the combustion engine from starting.
Remedy
Download updated software.
Vehicles affected
4,755 across everything the recall covers
Built
26 Apr 2021 to 29 Sept 2022

2021 3 recalls

Potentially insufficient or missing welding connection in the hydraulic unit of the brake system

Launched 18 September 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/331 Manufacturer ref. R10120

Defect
There may be an insufficient or missing welding connection in the Hydraulic Unit of the Brake System.
Remedy
Replace the Hydraulic Unit.
Vehicles affected
28 across everything the recall covers
Built
10 Dec 2020 to 12 Jan 2021

Pressure in the fuel tank could cause the fuel level sender to indicate fuel in the tank when it could be empty

Launched 2 August 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/282 Manufacturer ref. R10115

Defect
Pressure in the fuel tank could cause the fuel level sender to indicate fuel in the tank when it could be empty.
Remedy
Update software which will allow the electronic fuel tank ventilation valve to release pressure when required.
Vehicles affected
256 across everything the recall covers
Built
21 May 2021 to 19 Jul 2021

There is a risk that the 15amp fuse could blow which will prevent the low pressure fuel pump from operating

Launched 7 June 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/205 Manufacturer ref. R10100

Defect
There is a risk that the 15amp fuse could blow which will prevent the low pressure fuel pump operating.
Remedy
Replace the 15A fuse with a 20A fuse which can withstand this peak.
Vehicles affected
14,380 across everything the recall covers
Built
28 Jun 2018 to 25 Dec 2019

2020 4 recalls

There is a risk for trapped air to be in the cooling system which may result in insufficient cooling of engine components

Launched 16 July 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/210 Manufacturer ref. R10026 R10027 R10028 R10030

Defect
There is a risk for trapped air to be in the cooling system which may result in insufficient cooling of engine components.
Remedy
Add an extra degassing line (Bleeder Hose) between the cooling system radiator and the cooling system expansion tank which will evacuate the trapped air
Vehicles affected
76,945 across everything the recall covers
Built
22 Oct 2013 to 12 Oct 2016
DVSA lists it as
“S60”, “S60CC”

There is a risk for trapped air to be in the cooling system

Launched 8 July 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/205 Manufacturer ref. R10025

Defect
There is a risk for trapped air to be in the cooling system which may result in insufficient cooling of engine components.
Remedy
Add an extra degassing line (Bleeder Hose) between the cooling system radiator and the cooling system expansion tank which will evacuate the trapped air.
Vehicles affected
15,167 across everything the recall covers
Built
14 Nov 2012 to 6 Feb 2017
DVSA lists it as
“S60CC”, “S60”

Potential breakage/fatigue of a flexible steel cable supporting the front seatbelt anchor point

Launched 1 July 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/192 Manufacturer ref. R10029

Defect
Potential breakage/fatigue of a flexible steel cable supporting the front seatbelt anchor point.
Remedy
Replace the seat belt fastener with a new designed seat belt fastening.
Vehicles affected
170,160 across everything the recall covers
Built
21 May 2010 to 14 Aug 2018
DVSA lists it as
“S60”, “S60CC”

Software issue means that automatic emergency brake system may not engage

Launched 16 March 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/073 Manufacturer ref. R29998

Defect
The Automatic Emergency Brake System a function of the IntelliSafe system may not always engage increasing the risk of a collision
Remedy
Affected vehicles must have new software downloaded
Vehicles affected
56,385 across everything the recall covers
Built
8 Feb 2019 to 10 Mar 2020

2019 2 recalls

The engine's plastic inlet manifold may melt and deform

Launched 7 October 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/180 Manufacturer ref. R29939R29945R29946R29947R29948R29950R29997

Defect
The engines plastic inlet manifold may melt and deform
Remedy
Update vehicles with improved soot reducing software cleaning of TMAP and EMAP. Fit additional hoses where necessary.
Vehicles affected
Not given by DVSA
Built
14 Nov 2012 to 29 Jun 2018
DVSA lists it as
“S60”, “S60CC”

Small cracks on the inside of a rubber fuel hose

Launched 4 January 2019 DVSA recall R/2018/377 Manufacturer ref. R29904 VED Fuel Line

Defect
Small cracks on the inside of a rubber fuel hose.
Remedy
Replacement of affected fuel hoses.
Vehicles affected
30,777 across everything the recall covers
Built
11 Apr 2015 to 30 May 2016
DVSA lists it as
“S60CC”, “S60”

2017 1 recall

One or more airbags may fail to deploy in the event of a collision

Launched 3 January 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/002 Manufacturer ref. R89712

Defect
It has been identified by the manufacturer that the air-bag initiator does not meet specification. This can therefore result in the initiator not functioning correctly which can lead to none deployment of the air-bag. Should a collision occur then there is an increased risk of injury to the occupants of the vehicle.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the air-bags with a new quality assured component.
Vehicles affected
1,415 across everything the recall covers
Built
28 Aug 2016 to 11 Oct 2016
DVSA lists it as
“S60CC”, “S60”

2016 4 recalls

Seatbelt may separate from the buckle

Launched 1 November 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/257 Manufacturer ref. R89708

Defect
It has been identified there is a possibility the front seatbelt buckle stud may not have been punched correctly during production. This may result in a separation between the buckle and seatbelt bracket if the vehicle is involved in a collision.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to inspect the seatbelt buckle and if required to replace the seatbelt buckle.
Vehicles affected
47 across everything the recall covers
Built
9 Jun 2015 to 19 Aug 2016
DVSA lists it as
“S60”, “S60CC”

Coolant leakage may result in a fire

Launched 26 October 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/249 Manufacturer ref. R29705

Defect
It has been identified that during the engine warm-up process and under certain driving/climate conditions for instance periods of high acceleration or high engine load immediately after a cold start in cold climates there is the possibility for coolant leakage or oil seepage. This can lead to the possibility in a worst-case scenario of smoke or a slow developing fire in the engine compartment. However the driver will receive a warning message on the Driver’s Information Module indicating a low coolant level.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to modify the coolant bypass valve and install a new exhaust manifold gasket.
Vehicles affected
3,192 across everything the recall covers
Built
5 Jul 2010 to 17 Apr 2015

Stalling and loss of steering power assistance

Launched 19 February 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/027 Manufacturer ref. R29700

Defect
Involved vehicles may have a software issue which could cause the engine to momentarily cut-out and restart while driving. This could also cause disturbances in some electrical systems such as shut down of the instrument cluster infotainment system and loss of power steering assistance.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and upgrade the software of the control units.
Vehicles affected
7,237 across everything the recall covers
Built
31 Mar 2015 to 18 Feb 2016
DVSA lists it as
“S60”, “S60CC”

Fuel guage may not show fuel level correctly

Launched 18 January 2016 DVSA recall R/2015/253 Manufacturer ref. R29624

Defect
Fuel gauge may not show correct level
Remedy
The remedy is not yet available for all models. Until a remedy is available the manufacturer advises to maintain fuel level above approx one third.
Vehicles affected
1,109 across everything the recall covers
Built
21 Nov 2014 to 13 Apr 2015

2015 3 recalls

Fuel guage may not show fuel level correctly

Launched 21 December 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/254 Manufacturer ref. R29623

Defect
Fuel gauge may not show correct level
Remedy
The remedy is not yet available for all models.. Until a remedy is available the manufacturer advises to maintain fuel level above approx one third.
Vehicles affected
2,743 across everything the recall covers
Built
21 Nov 2014 to 17 Apr 2015

Fuel guage may not show fuel level correctly

Launched 16 December 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/249 Manufacturer ref. R29627

Defect
Fuel gauge may not show correct level
Remedy
Dependent on affected Model update software. Until updated the manufacturer advises to maintain fuel level above approx one third.
Vehicles affected
5,354 across everything the recall covers
Built
31 Mar 2015 to 11 Dec 2015

Parking brake may unintentionally release

Launched 19 February 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/040 Manufacturer ref. T59750

Defect
Vehicles with manual gearboxes and start/stop functionality have Parking Brake Module (PBM) software that may allow the parking brake to unintentionally release. The unintended release of the parking brake can only occur when the engine is running and the gearstick moved so it will happen when the vehicle is attended.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to download upgraded Parking Brake Module (PBM) software.
Vehicles affected
2,146 across everything the recall covers
Built
7 Jun 2011 to 30 Jan 2015

2013 1 recall

Loss of power steering assistance

Launched 28 November 2013 DVSA recall R/2013/140 Manufacturer ref. R29424

Defect
The auxiliary drive belt tensioner can suffer from premature wear which may cause it to fail. This can lead to loss of steering power assistance and a slight possibility of loss of drive should the drive belt or tensioner invade the cambelt area.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the auxiliary drive belt and tensioner.
Vehicles affected
3,134 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

2012 4 recalls

Trim panel may cause injury during collision

Launched 13 November 2012 DVSA recall R/2012/144 Manufacturer ref. R89354

Defect
Volvo's quality follow-up procedures have identified an issue with a limited number of S60 & V60 Volvos (MY2013). The securing screws for the inner A-pillar panels may have been torqued incorrectly. This could cause the A-pillar panels to crack and this may affect the attachment of the trims during a collision should the inflatable curtain be activated. If the trims become detached they could cause injury to the occupants in the front seats. The corrective action is to replace both A-pillar trims as well as the securing screws.
Remedy
Replace both trim panels and screws.
Vehicles affected
70 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given
Also covers

Engine may fail

Launched 24 April 2012 DVSA recall R/2012/056 Manufacturer ref. R29308

Defect
There could be a sudden and unexpected failure of the bottom end of the engine because of a non-conformity during production of the connecting rods.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the engine.
Vehicles affected
6 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

Fuel may leak

Launched 13 March 2012 DVSA recall R/2012/032 Manufacturer ref. R89299

Defect
Some vehicles may have had excessive underbody protection applied which when drying. could have formed small stalactite shaped formations. These formations may have formed close to the underbody fuel lines and could damage them and cause a fuel leak. Due to the positioning of the fuel lines escaping fuel or fuel vapour could potentially lead to a fire.
Remedy
Inspect all vehicles and cut any stalactite shaped formations off. If the fuel line is damaged it will be replaced. Only 1% of vehicles are expected to have any damage to the fuel line.
Vehicles affected
481 across everything the recall covers
Built
10 Jan 2012 to 3 Feb 2012
Also covers

Airbags may not deploy in a collision

Launched 7 March 2012 DVSA recall R/2012/028 Manufacturer ref. R89297

Defect
It has been identified that the wiring harness for the SRS system may not have been correctly attached to the front seat frames. It is possible that continued adjustment of the seat position may cause the harness to become detached. If this should occur a warning light will illuminate on the instrument panel warning the driver of a fault with the SRS system. However in this condition the front and side airbags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a collision.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles for an inspection of the wiring harnesses and ensure that it is correctly routed and secured. If not then reroute and securing of the wiring harness.
Vehicles affected
9,330 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

2011 3 recalls

Loss of power steering fluid

Launched 20 July 2011 DVSA recall R/2011/094 Manufacturer ref. R69238

Defect
It is possible that the upper power steering return line may become detached which will result in the loss of power steering fluid. This will result in fluid leaking onto the road surface leaking into the engine bay and the driver experiencing heavy steering.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles for the replacement of the power steering return line.
Vehicles affected
213 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

Engine may stall

Launched 27 May 2011 DVSA recall R/2011/063 Manufacturer ref. R29229

Defect
It is possible that due to a software issue fuel may not be pumped from one side (passive side) of the fuel tank to the other side (active side). This can occur even if the fuel gauge is reading a quarter full. If fuel transfer is not possible it may cause the engine to stall.
Remedy
In the first instance drivers are requested to keep their vehicle's fuel tanks above half full. Then all affected vehicles will be recalled for the upgrade of the software.
Vehicles affected
1 S60 vehicle
Built
Build dates not given

Engine may stall

Launched 4 May 2011 DVSA recall R/2011/056 Manufacturer ref. R29218

Defect
Vehicles may have an incorrectly manufactured fuel supply line which could lead to fuel leakage. In worst cases the fuel line could become detached and the engine would stall without warning to the driver.
Remedy
Replace fuel supply line.
Vehicles affected
1 S60 vehicle
Built
Build dates not given

2010 6 recalls

Passenger seat may not be fitted correctly

Launched 22 December 2010 DVSA recall R/2010/233 Manufacturer ref. R89166 & R89176

Defect
It is possible that the driver's and passenger's front powered seats may not be fitted with the front stop lug. The lug restricts the movement of the seats and if not fitted it is possible to position the seats too far forward or backwards. This could increase the chances of injury should the vehicle be involved in an accident.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to inspect for fitment of the lugs and if found to be missing fit new lugs.
Vehicles affected
103 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

Fire may occur

Launched 3 December 2010 DVSA recall R/2010/224 Manufacturer ref. R29162

Defect
On certain five cylinder engines it is possible that the high pressure fuel pipes may not have been correctly installed and may leak. This should be identified by a smell of fuel from the engine bay. However it is possible that in extreme cases an engine bay fire could occur.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles and replace the high pressure pipes.
Vehicles affected
845 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

Engine may cut out

Launched 26 November 2010 DVSA recall R/2010/215 Manufacturer ref. R29159

Defect
When driving at low speeds a fault within the software calibration of the engine and transmission control modules may lead to a drop in the engine idle speed when braking or releasing the accelerator. In extreme cases this may result in the engine cutting out without warning.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to upgrade the engine/transmission software.
Vehicles affected
64 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

Airbag may not deploy as intended.

Launched 18 October 2010 DVSA recall R/2010/165 Manufacturer ref. R89140

Defect
It is possible that an electrical short circuit within a connector could result in the illumination of the Airbag System Service Required message and Supplemental Restraint System warning lamp on the dashboard. Should this occur the driver's airbag would not deploy as intended if the vehicle is involved in a collision.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to check and rework the connector.
Vehicles affected
6,844 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

Bonnet may open unintentionally

Launched 21 September 2010 DVSA recall R/2010/145 Manufacturer ref. R89142

Defect
On a small number of S60 cars it is possible that secondary bonnet catch will not lock in the closed position correctly. If the bonnet is not closed correctly it is possible that the secondary bonnet catch will not secure the bonnet which could result in it opening unintentionally.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicle for inspection and adjustment to the lock if required.
Vehicles affected
233 S60 vehicles
Built
Build dates not given

Engine may seize

Launched 16 July 2010 DVSA recall R/2010/099 Manufacturer ref. R29123

Defect
On effected petrol and diesel engines a spring clamp on the radiator hose connecting it to the water inlet pipe may be insecure. If not rectified the engine may lose coolant overheat seize and suddenly slow the vehicle rapidly to a halt.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to have the radiator hose adequately secured.
Vehicles affected
326 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

2007 1 recall

Fire may occur

Launched 13 March 2007 DVSA recall R/2007/058

Defect
The electric cooling fan control unit's metal cover may not have the correct corrosion protection. Should corrosion occur water may enter the control unit causing an electrical malfunction and in extreme cases cause a fire in the engine compartment.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit an improved fan assembly.
Vehicles affected
388 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

2004 3 recalls

Electric cooling fan may overheat

Launched 23 December 2004 DVSA recall R/2004/216

Defect
Volvo have identified that due to certain climatic conditions the electric cooling fan may overheat and in extreme cases cause a fire within the engine bay.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the cooling fan assembly replaced.
Vehicles affected
35,024 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

Possible suspension collapse

Launched 26 January 2004 DVSA recall R/2004/012

Defect
The nut securing the front suspension strut lower ball joint to the control arm may loose its axial tension due to an out tolerance condition. This could adversely affect the directional control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Fit a modified ball joint to control arm securing nut.
Vehicles affected
9,735 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given
Also covers

Possible fuel leak from injector pipes.

Launched 7 January 2004 DVSA recall R/2004/007

Defect
The fuel injector pipes may not have been fitted correctly and as a consequence could leak.
Remedy
Examine all potentially affected vehicles and replace any incorrectly fitted injector pipes.
Vehicles affected
287 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given

2003 1 recall

Possible fuel leak

Launched 8 October 2003 DVSA recall R/2003/159 Manufacturer ref. R2307X

Defect
There is a possibility of a restriction in a T - Piece in the fuel return line which could lead to a pressure build up which could blow the pipe off with resulting leakage of fuel.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace T - Piece with quality assured type.
Vehicles affected
1,090 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given
Also covers

Data sources and methodology

Datasets used on this page
Figures Source Period Records Updated
Safety recalls Vehicle safety recalls Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Derived statistics UK Motoring 		January 1992 to September 2026 42 recalls matched to this model 15 September 2026
  • Road vehicle recalls (DVSA numbers starting R/) whose model names match the Volvo S60. DVSA records some recalls under a range or chassis name we cannot match, so this list may be incomplete.
  • Vehicles affected is the number the manufacturer reported to DVSA. When one recall covers several models, DVSA often gives only the total.
  • Build dates are the periods the manufacturer gave. Some recalls have none. VINs are not shown.
  • Concerns written in capitals have been put in sentence case, and apostrophes lost in DVSA’s file have been put back. The text is otherwise DVSA’s.
How we calculate these figures All data sources

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