2018 Volvo V60 Problems

Good Record

Shopping for a used 2018 Volvo V60? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 1 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Visibility/Wiper the most reported area.

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Before you buy

This 2018 Volvo V60 has 1 NHTSA complaint — top issue: Visibility/Wiper.

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Complaints
Crashes
Fires
Injuries
Fatalities
2
Recalls

2018 Volvo V60 Fuel Economy

✓ EPA Official Data

EPA-rated fuel economy across 5 2018 Volvo V60 trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.

22
MPG City
2025 range
32
MPG Hwy
2736 range
26
MPG Combined
2229 range
345
g CO₂/mile
Premium Gasoline
⚠️Costs $3,500 more than avg vehicle over 5 years

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 5 trims analysed.

2018 Volvo V60 Safety Ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2018 Volvo V60 SW FWD

Official crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.

Overall

Not Rated

Frontal Crash

Not Rated

Side Crash

Not Rated

Rollover

Not Rated
Stability Control: StandardForward Collision Warning: OptionalLane Departure Warning: Optional

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.

Quick Answer

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2018 Volvo V60 has 1 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Visibility/Wiper. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.

2018 Volvo V60 — key reliability facts
Make
Volvo
Model
V60
Model year
2018
NHTSA owner complaints
1
Crash-related complaints
0
Safety recall campaigns
2
Top reported component
Visibility/Wiper
Reliability signal
Good Record
EPA MPG combined
26
EPA MPG city / highway
22 / 32
Fuel type
Premium Gasoline
Electronic stability control
Standard

Common problems

Most common 2018 Volvo V60 problems

Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.

#1
1
complaints

Visibility/Wiper

Complaint patterns center on Visibility/Wiper. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.

Buyer verdict

Should you buy a used 2018 Volvo V60?

The 2018 Volvo V60 looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car.

Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.

Pre-purchase

What to check before buying a used 2018 Volvo V60

Inspection Focus

  • Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
  • Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
  • Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase

Before You Close the Deal

  • Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
  • Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
  • Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase

Check the exact car

Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.

Before buying a used 2018 Volvo V60, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.

Full breakdown

All 2018 Volvo V60 complaints by category

Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Volvo V60. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Visibility/Wiper1

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

In their words

Real owner complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2018 Volvo V60. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Showing 1 most recent complaints

Visibility/WiperJan 17, 2020

REARVIEW MIRRORS DO NOT RETURN TO THEIR SAVED POSITIONS AFTER SHIFTING INTO REVERSE THEN SHIFTING BACK INTO DRIVE. THIS WILL COMPOUND OVER TIME AND SHIFT THE REARVIEW MIRROR POSITIONS LOWER AND LOWER. STORED POSITIONS ARE NOT AFFECTED, AS RECALLING A SAVED DRIVER SETTING WILL M…

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2018 Volvo V60.

Safety recalls

2018 Volvo V60 recalls

2 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2018 Volvo V60. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.

Safety recall

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

#18V800000ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE13/11/2018
Safety recall

SEAT BELTS:FRONT

#20V378000SEAT BELTS:FRONT30/06/2020

Across model years

Compare Volvo V60 model years

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Questions

2018 Volvo V60 buying FAQ

Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.

Is the 2018 Volvo V60 reliable?

Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 1 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2018 Volvo V60 looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Volvo V60?

#1: Visibility/Wiper (1 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2018 Volvo V60?

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2018 Volvo V60?

Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2018 Volvo V60, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 1 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2018 Volvo V60 have any recalls?

Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2018 Volvo V60. A major recall area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.

Should I buy a 2018 Volvo V60?

The 2018 Volvo V60 looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Visibility/Wiper during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.

Wider context: See the full Volvo V60 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.

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