2020 Volvo V60

Introduction

The 2020 Volvo V60 is a compact luxury wagon that offers a comfortable and stylish driving experience. It is available with a single engine option, a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four producing 250 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission.

Owners of the V60 typically praise its refined interior, comfortable ride, and impressive safety features. However, there have been some reported issues with certain components of the vehicle.

Engine

• B420T25

  • Fuel Injector Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine misfires, rough idling, decreased fuel efficiency
    • Solution: Replace affected fuel injector(s)
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
    • Recalls: NHTSA 20V-650

Transmission

• Aisin AW TG-81SC

  • Shift Hesitation or Jerking
    • Description/Symptoms: Transmission slips or hesitates between gears, especially during upshifts
    • Solution: Reprogram transmission control module (TCM) or replace transmission valve body
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front Lower Control Arms - Outer Ball Joint Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking or rattling noises while turning or going over bumps
  • Solution: Replace affected control arm(s)
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $700+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Blind Spot Monitoring System Malfunction
  • Description/Symptoms: BSM system intermittently fails to detect vehicles in blind spots, or false alarms occur
  • Solution: Replace affected sensor(s) or reprogram system module
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Antenna Mast Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Antenna mast breaks or becomes stuck in retracted position
  • Solution: Replace antenna mast
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Instrument Cluster Screen Dimming
  • Description/Symptoms: LCD screen on instrument cluster becomes dim or hard to read
  • Solution: Replace instrument cluster
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

While the 2020 Volvo V60 offers many desirable features, it has experienced some reliability issues that have affected owners. The cost to fix these issues can vary significantly depending on the severity of the problem and the availability of recalls. It is important for potential buyers to be aware of these issues before purchasing a vehicle.