NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Volvo S60 T6 Awd Safety Ratings
The 2022 Volvo S60 T6 Awd 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
For the 2022 model year, the Volvo S60 T6 AWD achieves an overall five-star crash rating from NHTSA, a distinction supported by a flawless recall record. This absence of recalls, combined with a perfect defect-record sub-score, contributes to an overall NHTSA Safety Index of 92/100, placing the vehicle in the Exceptional band. The published federal data indicates a robust safety performance for this iteration.
The 2022 Volvo S60 T6 AWD received a five-star overall crash rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 92/100 based 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 T6 Awd ranks 31 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 | 31 of 90 Sedans tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Volvo S60 T6 Awd?
The 2022 Volvo S60 T6 AWD achieves an Exceptional safety rating of 92 out of 100, driven by a perfect defect-record score. Zero recalls were issued for this model year, contributing 20 of a possible 20 points to its overall Safety Index. Its crash-protection sub-score reached 65 out of 70, reflecting strong performance in side and rollover tests, even as the frontal crash test yielded a four-star result. The avoidance-technology sub-score of 7 out of 10 was influenced by the inclusion of standard forward collision warning and electronic stability control. The absence of lane departure warning prevented a higher score in this category. Owners filed 15 complaints, distributed across six component categories; none of these complaints reported verified crash or injury outcomes, and none led to a recall campaign.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Volvo S60 T6 Awd perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Volvo S60 T6 AWD earned five out of five stars in NHTSA's overall safety rating. This strong performance extends to side impact protection and rollover resistance, both also rated at five stars. The vehicle's rollover risk is notably low at 10 percent, with no dynamic tip recorded during testing. Frontal crash protection was the only area where the S60 T6 AWD did not achieve the maximum score, receiving four out of five stars in that specific category.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16988
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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 T6 Awd have any recalls?
The 2022 Volvo S60 T6 AWD has zero recalls on file. No recall campaigns of any kind, including no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories, have been issued for this specific model year. That clean record is reflected directly in the defect-record sub-score of 20/20 within the Safety Index.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Volvo S60 T6 Awd?
Fifteen unverified consumer allegations have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. The most frequently cited components are the Electrical System (4 reports), Wheels (3), and Unknown or Other (3), followed by Steering (2), Service Brakes (2), and the Fuel/Propulsion System (2). No 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 T6 Awd?
No open recalls are on record at the time of this publication. However, recall status may change after a vehicle leaves the new-car market. Prospective owners should verify recall completion via NHTSA's VIN lookup tool.
- The 2022 model year carries zero NHTSA recalls, earning a perfect 20/20 defect-record sub-score within the 92/100 Safety Index.
- NHTSA's frontal crash test returned four stars for this model year, the single rating below five stars in an otherwise top-scoring crash-test profile.
- Lane departure warning is absent on this model year, which is why the avoidance-tech sub-score reaches only 7 out of 10 despite standard forward collision warning and electronic stability control.
- Fifteen unverified complaints on file for this model year include no alleged crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths, with Electrical System issues representing the most frequently cited component category.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Volvo S60 T6 Awd places
The 2022 Volvo S60 T6 Awd qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Volvo S60 T6 Awd safety questions
Was the 2022 Volvo S60 T6 Awd crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Volvo S60 T6 Awd, 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 T6 Awd crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Volvo S60 T6 Awd 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 T6 Awd have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Volvo S60 T6 Awd 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 T6 Awd?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 15 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Volvo S60 T6 Awd. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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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 |
| 2022 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16988), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Volvo S60 T6 Awd 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 31 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.