NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Volvo S60 B5 Safety Ratings
The 2023 Volvo S60 B5 scores 95 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 3 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Volvo S60 B5 AWD achieved a 5 out of 5 star overall rating from NHTSA. This strong performance in federal crash testing is mirrored in its recall and complaint record: NHTSA lists zero recalls and only three unverified owner complaints for this model year. These factors contribute to an exceptional NHTSA Safety Index of 95/100.
The 2023 Volvo S60 B5 AWD holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 95 out of 100 and an NHTSA overall crash rating of five out of five stars, based solely on federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 92 Sedans from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Volvo S60 B5 ranks 21 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 95 / 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 | 3 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 21 of 92 Sedans tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Volvo S60 B5?
The 2023 Volvo S60 B5 AWD arrives with a Safety Index of 95 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. This score reflects a near-perfect defect record, a significant achievement for a vehicle at this stage. Its defect record earned a perfect 20 out of 20, bolstered by just three unverified owner complaints, none of which alleged a crash, fire, injury, or death. In crash protection, the S60 B5 AWD scored 65 out of 70. Its performance in federal crash tests was strong, though the frontal crash rating of four out of five stars prevented a perfect score in this category. All other crash test results met the maximum. Avoidance technology reached its ceiling with a perfect 10 out of 10, attributed to standard forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. While no prior-year index is available for comparison, this absolute score positions the 2023 S60 B5 AWD among the top-tier sedans in federal safety data.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Volvo S60 B5 perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Volvo S60 B5 AWD achieved a full five-star rating for both side impact and rollover protection from NHTSA, with a ten percent rollover risk and no dynamic tip. The overall safety rating also stands at five out of five stars. Its frontal crash protection, while still strong, was rated at four stars.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18675
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Volvo S60 B5 have any recalls?
The 2023 Volvo S60 B5 AWD has zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file. No components have been flagged, and there are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. That clean recall record contributes a full 20 out of 20 points to its defect-record component of the Safety Index.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Volvo S60 B5?
NHTSA has received three unverified owner complaints for this model year. The most frequently alleged component is Back Over Prevention, cited in two reports, with one additional report filed under Unknown Or Other. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged in any of these unverified submissions.
3 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Volvo S60 B5?
A VIN check at NHTSA.dot.gov is a prudent measure for any shopper considering this three-year-old sedan. While no recalls are presently on file, new campaigns can be issued at any time. Confirming the completion of any future remedy is the key safety step for any used-market transaction.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2023 Volvo S60 B5 AWD, earning a perfect 20 out of 20 in the defect-record component of the Safety Index.
- The frontal crash rating of four out of five stars is the only result below the maximum in NHTSA testing; side and rollover each reached five stars, and rollover risk is ten percent with no dynamic tip.
- All three crash-avoidance technologies tracked by MotorCaliber, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, are confirmed standard on this model year, yielding a perfect avoidance-tech score of 10 out of 10.
- Only three unverified NHTSA complaints are on file, with Back Over Prevention the most frequently alleged component, and no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths reported among them.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Volvo S60 B5 places
The 2023 Volvo S60 B5 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Volvo S60 B5 safety questions
Was the 2023 Volvo S60 B5 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Volvo S60 B5, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 95 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 2023 Volvo S60 B5 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Volvo S60 B5 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 2023 Volvo S60 B5 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Volvo S60 B5 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 2023 Volvo S60 B5?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 3 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Volvo S60 B5. 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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Rivals in Sedan (2023)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Nissan Maxima | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model S Later Release | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18675), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Volvo S60 B5 2023.
- 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 21 of 92 in the Sedan class for 2023.
- 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.