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2019 Volvo S60: common problems and reliability
One of the weaker S60 years.
69 owner complaints, most about electrical system. 4 recalls.
Should I buy a 2019 S60?The 2019 Volvo S60 has 69 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and tires.
Safety record for the 2019 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2019 Volvo S60 vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other S60 years only. How we score it
Is 2019 a good year for the S60?
Across the 24 S60 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2000) to 238 (2001). With 69 complaints, the 2019 S60 sits above the model's median of 42.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2019 S60
forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking
Campaign 20V144000Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.
electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers
Campaign 21V414000Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2020 V90, XC60, S60, V60, V60CC, S90, V90CC, S90L, and XC90 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail.
suspension:rear
Campaign 19V327000Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 S60 vehicles. The rear suspension toe link flange lock nuts may not have been properly tightened, possibly resulting in a sudden change in vehicle handling.
air bags:frontal
Campaign 23V780000Volvo Car USA, LLC. (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2024 S60 vehicles. The passenger air bag may not be secured properly, which can cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is highly dependent on generation and is bifurcated between strong loyalty and significant caution.
Owner insights cover all generations of the S60. See the full S60 owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used S60 listings typically run $15,876–$28,223 across 2008 to 2025 model years.
Other S60 model years
Compare every S60 year side by side to see how 2019 ranks against the rest.
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