2012 Volvo S60 vs 2014 Volvo S60
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Volvo S60 | 2014 Volvo S60 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 121 | 25 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 267 | 270 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 21–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volvo S60 | Volvo S60 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 61 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 9 | 0 |
| Steering | 8 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 3 |
| Structure | 7 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 14 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 12 | 0 |
2012 Volvo S60
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.