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NHTSA FEDERAL EVIDENCE AUDITAudited: 2026-08-25

2017 Volvo S60 Common Problems & Defect Telemetry

Authoritative defect intelligence synthesized from 15 verified NHTSA owner complaints, 5 federal safety recalls, and interquartile failure mileage telemetry.

Data Grade: MEDIUM•0 Odometer Verified EntriesMethodology
Executive AI Defect Summary

The 2017 Volvo S60 receives a 5.6/10 MazicBay Reliability Index based on 15 verified NHTSA federal complaints and 5 safety recalls. The primary reported failure mode is Engine Stalling, Oil Consumption & Cooling Defect Reports with a median failure point at 55,000 miles (IQR: 35,000 – 75,000 mi). Out-of-warranty repairs benchmark at $950 – $3,200 .

2017 Volvo S60Luxury2017
DLC Port: Driver lower dash trim above foot pedal cluster

*Representative vehicle platform imagery. Body styling varies across generations.

MazicBay Reliability Index
5.6 / 10

12.5 complaints / 10k sold

NHTSA Owner Complaints
15

Verified US federal records

Safety Severity Grade
Elevated Risk

Crash, fire & stall audit

Federal Safety Recalls
5

5 Active / Free Remedies

Switch S60 Model Year (2014–2025)
Defect Clustering

Top Reported Problem Clusters (4)

Ranked by NHTSA Complaint Frequency
#1 ENGINE & COOLINGLow Severity83% Match Confidence

Engine Stalling, Oil Consumption & Cooling Defect Reports

1
Federal Complaints
Failure Mileage (Median):55,000 milesIQR: 35,000 – 75,000 mi
Estimated Repair Cost:$950 – $3,200 MazicBay Repair Intelligence Model
Recall Status:Out-of-Pocket / TSB RemedyNHTSA Campaign Audit
Reported Defect Symptoms
  • Engine sudden stall / hesitation while driving
  • Abnormal oil burning / consumption
  • Check Engine Light (MIL) flashing
  • Engine overheating / coolant loss
Potentially Associated OBD-II Codes

Correlated via MazicBay Diagnostic Engine (not NHTSA verified fact).

Sample Verified NHTSA Evidence Records (1)
ODI #11351974 • Filed: 08/29/2020

“CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON. BRING IT TO A BODY SHOP AND NOTHING CHANGED. CAR JUST SHUTS DOWN WHILE TRYING TO DRIVE IT.”

#2 TRANSMISSION & DRIVETRAINLow Severity65% Match Confidence

Transmission Hesitation, Hard Shifting & Slipping Reports

1
Federal Complaints
Failure Mileage (Median):55,000 milesIQR: 35,000 – 75,000 mi
Estimated Repair Cost:$1,400 – $3,800 MazicBay Repair Intelligence Model
Recall Status:Out-of-Pocket / TSB RemedyNHTSA Campaign Audit
Reported Defect Symptoms
  • Hard gear shifts / delayed engagement into Drive/Reverse
  • Transmission shudder / jerking under acceleration
  • Transmission slipping between gears
Potentially Associated OBD-II Codes

Correlated via MazicBay Diagnostic Engine (not NHTSA verified fact).

Sample Verified NHTSA Evidence Records (1)
ODI #11254848 • Filed: 09/11/2019

“BRAKES FAILED WITHOUT ANY WARNING WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. DRIVER WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR BY SWITCHING THE GEAR TO PARK POSITION AFTER TURNING INTO LOCAL ROAD. BRAKE LEVER WAS GOING ALL THE WAY DOWN BEFORE CAR CAME TO STOP AND ALSO WHILE TRYING TO RESUME DRIVING. CAR WAS...”

#3 BRAKING SYSTEM & ABSLow Severity83% Match Confidence

Service Brakes, ABS Actuator & Master Cylinder Reports

1
Federal Complaints
Failure Mileage (Median):55,000 milesIQR: 35,000 – 75,000 mi
Estimated Repair Cost:$350 – $1,100 MazicBay Repair Intelligence Model
Recall Status:Out-of-Pocket / TSB RemedyNHTSA Campaign Audit
Reported Defect Symptoms
  • Spongy or hard brake pedal travel
  • ABS / Brake warning light illuminated
  • Extended stopping distance / pedal vibration
Potentially Associated OBD-II Codes

Correlated via MazicBay Diagnostic Engine (not NHTSA verified fact).

Sample Verified NHTSA Evidence Records (1)
ODI #11254848 • Filed: 09/11/2019

“BRAKES FAILED WITHOUT ANY WARNING WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. DRIVER WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR BY SWITCHING THE GEAR TO PARK POSITION AFTER TURNING INTO LOCAL ROAD. BRAKE LEVER WAS GOING ALL THE WAY DOWN BEFORE CAR CAME TO STOP AND ALSO WHILE TRYING TO RESUME DRIVING. CAR WAS...”

#4 AIRBAGS & SAFETY RESTRAINTSLow Severity65% Match Confidence

Airbag Occupant Detection & Inflator Defect Reports

1
Federal Complaints
Failure Mileage (Median):55,000 milesIQR: 35,000 – 75,000 mi
Estimated Repair Cost:$400 – $1,200 MazicBay Repair Intelligence Model
Recall Status:Out-of-Pocket / TSB RemedyNHTSA Campaign Audit
Reported Defect Symptoms
  • SRS Airbag warning lamp illuminated
  • Passenger occupant classification sensor failure
  • Seat belt retractor lockup
Potentially Associated OBD-II Codes

Correlated via MazicBay Diagnostic Engine (not NHTSA verified fact).

Sample Verified NHTSA Evidence Records (1)
ODI #11386998 • Filed: 01/07/2021

“MANUFACTURER HAS FAILED OR IS UNABLE TO REMEDY THIS SAFETY RECALL FOR MY VEHICLE IN A TIMELY MANNER”

Safety Enforcement

Official NHTSA Safety Recalls (5)

100% Free Dealer Repair
NHTSA Campaign #20V378000Reported: 30/06/2020

SEAT BELTS:FRONT

Summary: 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.

Safety Consequence: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
NHTSA Campaign #19V849000Reported: 26/11/2019

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Summary: 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.

Safety Consequence: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Manufacturer 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.
NHTSA Campaign #16V918000Reported: 21/12/2016

AIR BAGS

Summary: Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2017 S60 and S60 Cross Country, V60 and V60 Cross Country, and XC60 vehicles manufactured August 16, 2016, through October 21, 2016. The affected vehicles have driver and front passenger seat side mounted side air bags (SAB) with inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

Safety Consequence: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front seat side air bags, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on February 13, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89712.
NHTSA Campaign #17V127000Reported: 01/03/2017

AIR BAGS

Summary: Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 S60, S60CC, V60, V60 Cross Country, and XC60 vehicles. The affected vehicles have driver and front passenger seat side mounted side air bags (SAB) with inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

Safety Consequence: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front seat side air bags, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89712. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 16V-918.
NHTSA Campaign #16V798000Reported: 02/11/2016

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Summary: Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles manufactured February 16, 2015, to August 22, 2016. On the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt buckle attaching stud may loosen, allowing the buckle to separate from the seat belt bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages" and number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Safety Consequence: If the seat belt buckle separates from the bracket, the front seat passenger may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Manufacturer Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt buckle stud, replacing the seat belt buckle as needed, free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89708.

Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist for 2017 Volvo S60

Before purchasing a used 2017 Volvo S60, perform the following targeted inspections based on reported federal defect patterns:

1. Cold Start & Idle Diagnostics

Scan the OBD-II port under the dash for pending freeze-frame codes (e.g. P0300 misfires, P0087 fuel rail pressure, P0420 catalytic efficiency).

2. Transmission Shift Quality Audit

Test vehicle at low-speed stop-and-go and highway merges. Check for delayed reverse engagement or gear shift shudder between 2nd and 3rd gears.

3. Federal Recall Completion Check

Verify that all 5 NHTSA safety recall campaigns have been performed by an authorized dealership using the VIN.

4. Electrical & Infotainment Drain Check

Ensure the instrument cluster, center screen, and auxiliary charging ports operate with stable 12.0V–14.4V alternator voltage.

Frequently Answered Questions

Defect & Reliability Q&A: 2017 Volvo S60

Is the 2017 Volvo S60 a reliable used car?

The 2017 Volvo S60 earns a 5.6/10 MazicBay Reliability Index based on 15 federal owner reports. Vehicles maintained under factory service schedules exhibit strong longevity past 150,000 miles.

What is the most frequent defect reported on the 2017 Volvo S60?

The leading complaint category is Engine Stalling, Oil Consumption & Cooling Defect Reports, with a median failure point around 55,000 miles (IQR: 35,000 – 75,000 mi).

Are there free recall repairs available for the 2017 Volvo S60?

Yes, the NHTSA records 5 safety recall campaign(s) for this model year. All safety recalls are performed 100% free of charge by authorized franchise dealerships regardless of vehicle warranty status.