Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2022 Volvo S60
The 2022 Volvo S60 is generally a reliable vehicle, but has a few notable recalls and a small number of owner complaints. Issues include problems with the electrical system, airbags, engine control module, and seatbelt retractors. Given the limited data, potential buyers should perform a cautious inspection, especially focusing on recall-related areas.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2022 Volvo S60 has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 15 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #25V179000 High-Voltage Battery May Short Circuit NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V780000 Front Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V793000 Loss of Drive Power NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V682000 Seat Belt Locking Retractor Malfunction/FMVSS 208 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 4 complaints
- Unknown or Other 3 complaints
- Wheels 3 complaints
- Engine 2 complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 2 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 2 complaints
Known issues to inspect
Propulsion system battery short
How to check: Check for any recall-related repairs on battery system.
Improper airbag deployment
How to check: Ask about airbag inspection or recall service.
Engine start prevention from ECM error
How to check: Verify engine starts smoothly without error messages.
Seat belt retractor malfunction
How to check: Inspect rear seat belt retraction and locking function.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Ensure the engine starts without hesitation.
Red flag: Engine fails to start smoothly.
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Listen for unusual noises from the engine.
Red flag: Unusual engine noises persist.
- 03
City driving
What to check: Observe dashboard for error notifications.
Red flag: Persistent or recurring error messages.
- 04
Low-speed turns
What to check: Check for steering responsiveness.
Red flag: Steering feels loose or unresponsive.
- 05
Braking
What to check: Test brakes for firm and responsive stopping.
Red flag: Soft or spongy brake pedal feel.
- 06
Parking
What to check: Monitor any electrical issues during parking.
Red flag: Electrical faults or errors occur.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the airbag recall been addressed?
- Were any battery-related recalls performed?
- Were there any issues with the ECM software?
- Has the seatbelt retractor malfunction been fixed?
- Are there any unresolved electrical issues?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Maintenance records
- Recall repair documentation
- Warranty information
- Vehicle history report
- Recent inspection report
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2022 Volvo S60 at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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