New tires (all 4) installed on November 4, 2023 at Walmart in Myrtle Beach, SC. Drove car to New Jersey on Nov. 5, arrived November 6. Tire pressure low indicator came on november 14. Drove to Old Bridge, NJ Walmart Auto Center to have them look at them. Arrived around 6 pm. Went isnide to request that car be put on lift to look at them, and fill with air. Female employee declined to put car up on lift, but had tech put aior in them. Told me to come back the next day to put up on lift. Light went off. Drove out to eat something at a Five Guys near the Walmart. Drove back to hotel in South Brunswick. Next day started driving back up to Old Bridge Walmart, was in traffic, braked and slid into car in front of me. Very little traction.
The worst 2011 Volvo S60 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body1
- Engine1
- Steering1
- Tires1
- Wheels1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Body1
- Engine1
- Steering1
- Tires1
- Wheels1
Recalls 6
Seat belts: front
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- 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.
Recall number 20V378000 · Recall details
Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
- 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.
Recall number 19V849000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- Volvo Cars of North America, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 S60 vehicles manufactured June 22, 2010, through May 14, 2012, and equipped with 5-cylinder B5254T5 (VIN code 62) engines. In the affected vehicles, the vehicle may not alert the driver of a low oil pressure situation.
- Risk
- Without being warned of a low oil pressure situation, the driver may continue to drive the vehicle until it stalls, which increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software so that the driver is alerted should there be a low oil pressure situation, free of charge. The recall began on January 10, 2014. Owners may contact Volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552. Volvo's number for this campaign is R29436.
Recall number 13V592000 · Recall details
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 c70 vehicles manufactured from november 15, 2005, through july 31, 2011, and model year 2011-2012 s60 vehicles manufactured from july 14, 2010, through april 16, 2011, that were equipped with optional accessory spare tire kit. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles do not contain the correct information for vehicles equipped with the optional accessory spare tire and wheel kit.
- Risk
- A misprinted label could lead to improper tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners and dealers will inspect the vehicle and install the label as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on february 23, 2012. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑201‑768‑7300.
Recall number 11V508000 · Recall details
Seats
- What is wrong
- Volvo is recalling certain passenger vehicles equipped with power front passenger seats. The front seat rail's detection system was manufactured incorrectly and may permit the passenger to forward the seat beyond the intended maximum.
- Risk
- Positioning of the seat beyond the intended maximum can cause increased risk of injury to the passenger in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the front power seat stops for both front seats for the presence of an "end stop" and repair the vehicles as necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on december 23, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552 or at [email protected].
Recall number 10V591000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011, s80, s60, xc70 and xc60 vehicles. The software calibration for the fuel cut-off functionality in the engine control module (ECM) is too sensitive.
- Risk
- Sudden engine stall could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the ECM and TCM with new software free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 10, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552 or at [email protected].
Recall number 10V579000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2011 Volvo S60 254
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 2 PDFs and 1 .PNG Oil Consumption test
- This is a TJ text only
- This is a Technical Journal
- This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application
- Volvo Cars USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation has decided to launch...
- This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle/Connectivity report checklist
- Information about valid Software partnumbers to order and download Software for "PDS" Pre-Delivery Service
- This is a Technical Journal: 12V Battery Testing Method
- Complimentary upgrade C00009 description.
- Rubber cushion
2011 Volvo S60 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | AWD | 18 | 26 | 21 |
What 2011 Volvo S60 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The metal trimming on the steering wheel is frayed. It cuts my hands when the steering wheel turns.
Rear passenger side door will not open from inside if car is locked or has just been unlocked. It will only open from the inside if the outside handle has been pulled and the car has not been locked since. The door lock actuator was replaced in august 2014, but the problem continues to occur.
Suddenly lost control.
Tl*the contact owns a 2012 volvo s60(na). The contact stated while driving 68 MPH the vehicle suddenly stalled. She was able to coast the vehicle to the shoulder of the interstate. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop. The contact planned to have the vehicle towed to an authorized dealer. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The manufacturer had not been made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileages were 906.
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Questions about the 2011 Volvo S60
Is the 2011 Volvo S60 reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2011 Volvo S60, fewer than a typical S60 model year.
What is the 2011 Volvo S60 year score?
The 2011 Volvo S60 scores 89 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Volvo S60: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Volvo S60?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is engine (1).
How many recalls does the 2011 Volvo S60 have?
6 recalls, covering seat belts, latches/locks/linkages and engine and engine cooling.
Is there a class action lawsuit over the Volvo S60?
Yes. New class action says Volvo's Google-based infotainment screens freeze and take climate and rearview camera with them (November 9, 2026).
What gas mileage does the 2011 Volvo S60 get?
Official estimates for the 2011 Volvo S60 range from 21 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.0L 6-cyl, AWD) gets 18 city and 26 highway.
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