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2024 Volvo S60 B5Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 22 owner complaints for the 2024 Volvo S60 B5. Most complaints involve electrical system (6) and forward collision avoidance (5). The EPA rates it 28–30 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
28–30mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
22
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,600est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2024 Volvo S60 B5 as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

22 complaints filed with NHTSA · Sep 2023 – Oct 2026
  1. Electrical system6
  2. Forward collision avoidance5
  3. Service brakes4
  4. Back over prevention3
  5. Steering3
  6. Vehicle speed control2
  7. Engine1
  8. Visibility1
  9. Service brakes, hydraulic1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each S60 B5 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
202216
20233
202422
Crashes reported
5
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

6 reports
“Electrical, Parking Collision Warning, and Rear Cross Traffic Warning. Electrical is the root cause........the entire audio subsystem drops after the AAOS 5.1.17 update. It’s not just the rear cross traffic and parking collision warnings: ALL audio goes, including media, chimes, reverse proximity tones, and even the turn-signal/blinker sound. The rear camera still shows an image, so it’s not obvious the audible alerts are gone, which is what makes it dangerous. Rebooting the head unit fixes it temporarily, then it comes back.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 27, 2026Electrical system, Forward collision avoidanceODI 11760181

Forward collision avoidance

5 reports2 crashes
“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.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 5, 2026Forward collision avoidanceCrash reportedODI 11768989

Service brakes

4 reports2 crashes
“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. The vehicle had recently been serviced. The contact mentioned he was not made aware of a possible issue with the vehicle during the purchase. The contact had linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number 25V392000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Service Brakes). The contact hired an engineer who inspected the vehicle,…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Dec 22, 2025Service brakes, hydraulic, Vehicle speed control, Service brakesCrash reportedODI 11706594
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Compact Cars
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid
Transmissions
Automatic (S8)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
S60 B5
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
263530$2,600297
S60 B5 AWD
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
253328$2,750316
  • S60 B5
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    26 city · 35 hwy · $2,600/yr
    30
    mpg comb.
  • S60 B5 AWD
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    25 city · 33 hwy · $2,750/yr
    28
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Volvo S60 B5 4 DR AWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
9.9%
Overall
5 / 5
Volvo S60 B5 4 DR FWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
9.9%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 19278Vehicle 19277
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2024 S60 B5 questions

How many recalls does the 2024 Volvo S60 B5 have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.

What are the most common 2024 Volvo S60 B5 problems?

Owners filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (6), forward collision avoidance (5), service brakes (4). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2024 Volvo S60 B5 get?

The EPA rates the 2024 Volvo S60 B5 at 28–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2024 Volvo S60 B5?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2024 Volvo S60 B5 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026