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2012 Volvo S60 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

8 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2012 Volvo S60. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2012 Volvo S60 recalls, newest first

June 30, 2020NHTSA 20V378000308,260 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front

Summary
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 26, 2019NHTSA 19V849000144,937 vehicles potentially affected

Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch

Summary
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 22, 2013NHTSA 13V59200030,929 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Engine

Summary
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.
Consequence
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 14, 2012NHTSA 12V1010002,742 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012 S60 and XC60 passenger vehicles. An incorrect mixture of underbody coating and over-application can result in rigid, icicle-like areas hanging from vehicle’s undercarriage.
Consequence
If this condition exists, the underbody coating may penetrate the fuels lines and cause fuel leakage, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicle undercarriage, and if excessive underbody coating is found in the fuel line area, it will be removed. If the inspection reveals that the fuel lines are damaged, they will be replaced. The safety recall began on April 25, 2012. Owners may contact Volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 28, 2012NHTSA 12V07500032,552 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring

Summary
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012 S60, XC60, S80 and XC70 vehicles manufactured from may 16, 2011, through October 6, 2011. In these vehicles, the wire harness under the front seats may have not been attached properly to the seat frame. As a result, when the seats are moved to adjust the seating position, the wire harness may get pulled, causing it to disconnect.
Consequence
In the event of crash, the front and/or side impact air bags may deploy improperly or not at all, increasing the risk of injury. Also, the lap belt pretensioner may not deploy.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, secure the seat wire harness. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on April 12, 2012. Owners may contact Volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 18, 2011NHTSA 11V50800020,611 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Other › Labels

Summary
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.
Consequence
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 6, 2011NHTSA 11V311000448 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012 S60 passenger cars manufactured from January 18, 2011, through January 28, 2011. The male part of the fuel line quick connector end shape was produced with dimensions out of specification, leading to excessive assembly force on the female connector assembly and the possibility that the locking function may not be engaged.
Consequence
If a vehicle exhibits this condition, the fuel line quick connector may detach and the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. The customer may also notice a fuel smell and leakage. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Volvo dealers will replace the fuel lines free of charge. The safety recall began on June 24, 2011. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-201-768-7300.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 1, 2011NHTSA 11V3030008,179 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

Summary
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012 S60 passenger cars manufactured from November 18, 2010, through may 5, 2011. The software for the fuel pump units may not be compatible with all fuel pumps and components resulting in insufficient fuel transfer in the pump unit.
Consequence
Under certain driving conditions, there may be engine hesitation and possible engine stall even though the fuel gauge indicates up to 1/4 of the fuel is left in the tank. This condition increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners and dealers will upgrade the engine control module software, free of charge. The safety recall began on July 1, 2011. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-201-768-7300.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 121 complaints about the 2012 Volvo S60 with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
8
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
13
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Engine61
  2. Electrical system15
  3. Unknown or other15
  4. Seat belts9
  5. Steering8

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Questions

Does the 2012 Volvo S60 have any recalls?
8 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: seat belts, latches/locks/linkages, engine and engine cooling, structure, electrical system, equipment. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2012 Volvo S60 recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Volvo dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Volvo S60?
121 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.