NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd Safety Ratings
The 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd scores 92 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 15 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Volvo S60 B5 FWD registers no reported crash or injury complaints, a rare achievement. This absence of owner-submitted incidents, combined with a perfect record of zero recalls on file, contributes to its NHTSA Safety Index of 92/100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The model further solidifies its position with a 5 out of 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, indicating robust performance in federal crash testing.
The 2022 Volvo S60 B5 FWD received an overall five-star crash-test rating from NHTSA and a NHTSA Safety Index of 92/100 based exclusively on NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd ranks 30 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 92 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.9% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 15 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 30 of 90 Sedans tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd?
The 2022 Volvo S60 B5 FWD enters the market with a strong safety profile, marked by a defect record showing no recalls. This absence of recalls contributes to a perfect 20 out of 20 in the defect record component of its NHTSA Safety Index. The vehicle achieves an Exceptional Safety Index score of 92 out of 100, a figure anchored by a near-perfect crash protection score of 65 out of 70. NHTSA crash tests confirm a high level of occupant protection. The S60 B5 FWD earned 5 out of 5 stars in both the side crash and rollover resistance categories. The frontal crash test resulted in a rating that prevented a clean sweep of perfect scores. The area with the most room for improvement lies in avoidance technology, which scored 7 out of 10. This is partly due to the lack of a standard lane departure warning system on this specific trim. Owner-reported complaints to NHTSA cite the electrical system as the most frequently reported category.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Volvo S60 B5 FWD achieved an overall five out of five stars from NHTSA. Its side and rollover protection both earned five-star ratings, with a rollover risk of ten percent and no dynamic tip. Frontal crash protection for the S60 B5 FWD was rated at four out of five stars.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16986
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd have any recalls?
The 2022 Volvo S60 B5 FWD has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, and there are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check before purchase, as recall databases are updated continuously.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd?
Fifteen owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for this model year, all unverified allegations. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System with four reports, followed by Wheels and Unknown Or Other with three each, and Steering, Service Brakes, and the Fuel/Propulsion System each drawing two reported concerns. Zero crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged.
15 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd?
Before purchasing this four-year-old vehicle, run the VIN through NHTSA's recall database to confirm no new campaigns have been added since this data was compiled. Verify that the zero-recall status remains current at the time of sale, and confirm any open safety notices have been remedied by an authorized service center.
- The 2022 S60 B5 FWD carries a perfect defect-record sub-score of 20 out of 20, reflecting zero NHTSA recall campaigns filed against this specific model year.
- NHTSA's frontal crash test returned four out of five stars for this model year, the only category that kept the vehicle from a clean five-star sweep across all tested dimensions.
- Lane departure warning is listed as not standard on this model year's configuration, which factored into the avoidance technology sub-score of 7 out of 10 within the Safety Index.
- All fifteen owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year are unverified allegations, with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths among them, and the Electrical System is the most cited component with four reports.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd places
The 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd safety questions
Was the 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 92 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 9.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 15 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Volvo S60 B5 Fwd. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
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| 2022 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16986), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Volvo S60 B5 Fwd 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 30 of 90 in the Sedan class for 2022.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.