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NHTSA crash test of the 2020 Volvo S60 T6

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2020 Volvo S60 T6

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

0Recalls
8Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE VOLVO S60 T6

The Volvo S60 T6 is a compact luxury sedan aimed squarely at buyers who want European refinement without sacrificing peace of mind behind the wheel. Competing against German stalwarts in the premium midsize space, the S60 carries Volvo's long-standing reputation for putting occupant protection first. The T6 trim layers turbocharged and supercharged performance onto that safety-first foundation, making it a compelling option for driving enthusiasts who refuse to compromise.

VERDICT

The 2020 Volvo S60 T6 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 92 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • families prioritizing rollover safety
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the S60 as one of the more well-rounded entries in the compact luxury sedan segment, praising its composed ride, upscale cabin, and driver-assistance technology. Most find the T6 powertrain genuinely engaging. Some reviewers note that cargo space and rear-seat room trail a few competitors, but the overall impression tends to be positive and the safety reputation is consistently acknowledged.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 9.9%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14289

Index breakdown

Crash protection65/70
Avoidance tech7/10
Defect record19.5/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: NoStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Volvo S60 T6 at NHTSA as of 2026-07-02. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

8 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

1reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsService Brakes 3Forward Collision Avoidance 2Steering 2Suspension 2Electrical System 2Vehicle Speed Control 1

Other S60 T6 years

Rivals in Sedan (2020)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 14289), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Volvo S60 T6 2020. Class rank 28 of 105 in Sedan 2020. Methodology · Disclosure