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2015 Volvo V60 problems

The most common problem on the 2015 Volvo V60 is engine and cooling, typically around 33,100 miles. It has 10.5 times the complaints of a typical V60 model year.

Typical year10.5x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
21
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
329
Worst area
Engine

The worst 2015 Volvo V60 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

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  • Engine
    11
  • Driver assistance
    2
  • Transmission
    2
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Airbags
    1
  • Body
    1
  • Brakes
    1
  • Locks
    1
  • Seat belts
    1
  • Steering
    1
  • Suspension
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Specific symptoms reported on the 2015 Volvo V60

Oil consumption 6

Recalls 2

Seat belts: frontReported June 30, 2020 · 308,260 vehicles affected
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: latchReported November 26, 2019 · 144,937 vehicles affected
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

See all 2 recalls for the 2015 Volvo V60

Technical service bulletins for the 2015 Volvo V60 329

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 329 bulletins for the 2015 Volvo V60

What 2015 Volvo V60 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 27, 2025 · Engine · CA

The engine consumes an excessive amount of oil, requiring the addition of about one quart every few hundred miles. There are no visible external leaks, and the issue appears to be due to internal engine components such as piston rings allowing oil into the combustion chamber. This poses a risk of engine damage and loss of power. The problem has been observed consistently and confirmed by a repair shop. No crash or safety incident has occurred, but the vehicle's reliability and safety are compromised.

Filed Sep 16, 2025 · Engine · OH

Engine oil consumption issue. It was a known issue. Completed the recommended repair of the piston and rings. Have had constant issues since the repair. Looking for reimbursement for the repair. My engine fell under the guidelines to have the repair covered.

Filed Nov 7, 2024 · Engine · VA

Volvo cars from 2014-2016 has oil consumption due to the bad piston rings design and the manufacturer don’t want to issue a recall for this problem, it’s a serious problem with these models

Filed Jul 12, 2024 · Engine · IL

My Volvo has a known by Volvo defect of consuming too much oil resulting in me needing to top off oil roughly every 6 weeks. Volvo will not cover the repairs in full, I believe this is a safety issue as it could result in a catastrophic failure.

Filed Sep 18, 2023 · Engine · 65,000 miles · NE

The contact owns a 2015 Volvo V60. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing an abnormal oil consumption. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming 2 quarts of oil for every 1,200 miles driven. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an oil consumption test was performed, and the contact was advised to return after driving 1,000 miles. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the oil consumption test would be covered. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.

Filed Aug 31, 2023 · Engine · TN

This car has an oil consumption problem but Volvo advises it will not repair. Other, similar models have similar oil consumption problems that are the subject of recall. This was also subject of class action lawsuit We have had to spend hundreds out of pocket to repair. Why isn't this model year in the recall? Other years - same engine - before and after this are subject of recall?

Filed Jan 23, 2023 · Seat belts · 70,377 miles · FL · crash · 2 injuries

The contact owned a 2015 Volvo V60. The contact initially received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 20V378000 (Seat Belts). One- and one-half years after receiving the notice, the recall repair was performed at a local dealer. While driving 25 MPH, the contact suffered syncope and struck a tree. The seat belts failed to restrain him and his passenger. The Low-Speed Collision Avoidance and the Collision Warning with Full Auto Brake Systems failed to operate. The passenger struck her head on the windshield. The contact and the passenger were transported to the hospital. The passenger was treated for a severe spinal injury, severe lacerations to her head, a paralyzed vocal cord, fractured ribs, and sternum, a hematoma in her chest, and a fractured right index finger. The contact sustained fractured ribs, a fractured sternum, a fractured right pinky finger, as well as a hematoma in his chest and pain in his lower back. A police report was filed. The vehicle was initially towed to an independent mechanic and later to an impound yard and deemed a total loss. A police report was filed. The manufacturer, Volvo, has now been notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 70,377.

Filed Dec 15, 2022 · Engine · OH

Excessive oil consumption. Piston ring failure. Cylinder 1 spark plug failure due to oil buildup.

Filed Jun 15, 2022 · Visibility · WA

Water is leaking inside my 2015 Volvo V60 from the windshield creating a distraction while driving. The Service Rep. from my Volvo dealer said they do no repair windshield seals, only windshield replacement. I brought my car to an auto glass repair shop. After 45 minutes of diagnosis, the mechanic confirmed there is a leak in the windshield seal. The windshield on my vehicle is the original and has never been damage or replaced.

Filed Aug 26, 2021 · Body · VA

The latch on the driver side door stuck in the open position and the door latch would not function. The door remained unlatched and unsecured. All of the door latches were replaced at the dealer on 28 Dec 2020 per recall R89978. The problem hasn't been confirmed by the dealer yet but is scheduled. The car was parked at the time so no indication of a problem until I sat in the drivers seat and the door remained ajar with the handle stuck in the open position.

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Questions about the 2015 Volvo V60

Is the 2015 Volvo V60 reliable?

Owners have filed 21 complaints about the 2015 Volvo V60, 10.5 times a typical V60 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2015 Volvo V60?

Engine and cooling, with 11 complaints, typically around 33,100 miles. Next is driver assistance (2).

How many recalls does the 2015 Volvo V60 have?

2 recalls, covering seat belts and latches/locks/linkages.

Is there a class action lawsuit over the Volvo V60?

Yes. New class action says Volvo's Google-based infotainment screens freeze and take climate and rearview camera with them (November 9, 2026).

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