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2020 VOLVO S60

4 recalls Risk Grade: D Most severe issue: High Priority

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

High Priority #23V780000 Plain English
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AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Manufacturer
Volvo Car USA, LLC
What Happened
The passenger air bag in your S60 is a crucial safety feature that's designed to protect you in the event of a crash. However, in some 2019-2024 models, the air bag might not be properly secured, which could lead to a faulty deployment.
Risk if Unfixed
If your air bag doesn't deploy correctly in a collision, you're at higher risk of serious injury. This is a critical safety issue that requires immediate attention.
Free Fix
Your authorized Volvo dealer will inspect and tighten the air bag bolts, if necessary, at no charge to you. This is a free repair, and you should schedule it as soon as possible after receiving the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volvo 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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An air bag that does not deploy properly in a crash increases the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts securing the passenger air bag, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 5, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10254.
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Moderate #25V179000 Plain English
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Manufacturer
Volvo Car USA, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's high-voltage battery may have a software issue that could cause a short circuit when fully charged and parked.
Risk if Unfixed
A short circuit in the high-voltage battery could cause a fire, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
Visit your local Volvo dealership to have the high-voltage battery module inspected and replaced (if necessary), and the software updated to monitor the battery, all at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2020-2021 S90, 2020-2022 S60, V60, XC60, XC90, and 2022 V90 plug-in hybrid vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the high-voltage battery module as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the software to monitor the battery. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 28, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10312.
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Moderate #21V414000 Plain English
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Manufacturer
Volvo Car USA, LLC
What Happened
The low-pressure fuel pump in your Volvo is like a backup power source for your engine. In certain 2019-2020 models, this pump could blow a fuse and fail without warning.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel pump fails, your engine could stall while you're driving, which increases the risk of a crash. This is because you'll lose power steering and power brakes, making it harder to control your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will replace the faulty fuse with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, and it won't cost you anything.
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Original — What Happened
Volvo 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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Failure of the low-pressure fuel pump can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10100.
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Under Review #20V144000 Plain English
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FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

Manufacturer
Volvo Car USA LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's automatic emergency braking system uses cameras and sensors to detect obstacles and stop your car if needed. In some 2019-2020 models, a software glitch can prevent this system from working as it should.
Risk if Unfixed
If the automatic emergency braking system fails, it could mean you're more likely to be in a crash, especially in situations where you're driving at high speeds or in heavy traffic.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will update the software that controls the safety system, so it works correctly. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volvo 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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, 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 R29998.
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