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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2021 Volvo S60 T8

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

0Recalls
7Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE VOLVO S60 T8

The Volvo S60 T8 is a plug-in hybrid executive sedan competing in the compact luxury segment, aimed at buyers who want Scandinavian refinement paired with electrified performance. The T8 designation signals the range-topping twin-engine powertrain, appealing to environmentally conscious drivers who refuse to compromise on prestige or driving engagement. It sits at the premium end of a competitive class that includes the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes C-Class.

VERDICT

The 2021 Volvo S60 T8 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 7 owner complaints on file, giving it a clean recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the S60 for its composed, refined driving character and upscale cabin materials that feel genuinely premium rather than merely adequate. The T8 powertrain earns consistent credit for its smooth power delivery and satisfying acceleration. Some reviewers note that the infotainment layout requires a learning curve, and a few flag that rear passenger space feels tighter than some rivals in the segment.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Volvo S60 T8 at NHTSA as of 2026-07-02. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

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

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsUnknown Or Other 3Electrical System 3Visibility/Wiper 2Service Brakes 2Steering 1Engine 1

Other S60 T8 years

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Volvo S60 T8 2021. Methodology · Disclosure