The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 37 of 87 complaints (43%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (4) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 121 in 2012 to 87 in 2013.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 87
- Recall campaigns
- 4
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,600–$2,950
- Combined MPG
- 21–24
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | vs. 2013 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,950 | 2,700–2,950 | 2,600–2,950 | 2,600–2,950 | 2,150–2,950 | |
| Combined MPG | 21 | 21–23 | 21–24 | 21–24 | 21–29 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 18 / 26 | 18–20 / 26–30 | 18–21 / 25–30 | 18–21 / 25–30 | 18–25 / 27–36 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 423 | 386–423 | 362–425 | 362–425 | 310–408 | |
| Complaints filed | 5 | 121 | 87 | 25 | 60 | |
| Recalls issued | 6 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 2 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 3 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 13 | 6 | 1 | 1 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Volvo S60 have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2013 Volvo S60?
Engine: 37 of 87 NHTSA complaints (43%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Volvo S60 get?
EPA rates it 21–24 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2013 Volvo S60?
EPA estimates $2,600–$2,950 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 18 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | 21 mpg (low) | $2,950 (high) | 425 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 5 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 21 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | $2,600 (low) | 362 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S6) | 5 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 20 mpg | 29 mpg | 23 mpg | $2,700 | 375 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 11 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 14 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (4)
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Defect
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Defect
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S60 and XC60 vehicles, manufactured on January 7, 2013. The product identification labels were printed with the incorrect manufacture year. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification Regulation."
- Consequence
- With an incorrect date of manufacture on the certification label, the vehicle owner may not be to determine if they are affected by future vehicle recalls, increasing their risk of a crash of injury.
- Remedy
- Volvo has quarantined the affected vehicles and will install correct labels prior to sale. The recall began during March 2013. Owner notification letters will not be sent.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
- Defect
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S60 and XC60 vehicles. A manufacturing defect within the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) control unit may lead to an inadvertent deployment of the seat belt pretensioner and/or inflatable curtain.
- Consequence
- If the seat belt pretensioner and/or inflatable side curtain deploy without cause, the driver could be distracted and the driver's visibility could be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- These vehicles have not been sold and the SRS control unit will be replaced prior to the cars being sold. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.