NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2021 Volvo V60 T6 Safety Ratings
The 2021 Volvo V60 T6 scores 92 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2021 Volvo V60 T6 earns an overall five-star crash rating from NHTSA and receives an Exceptional NHTSA Safety Index of 92 out of 100. This model year registers zero recalls and a near-perfect defect record, presenting one of the stronger safety profiles in its segment.
The 2021 Volvo V60 T6 holds a five-star overall crash rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 92 out of 100 based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 94 Sedans from 2021 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2021 Volvo V60 T6 ranks 28 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| 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 | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 28 of 94 Sedans tested for 2021 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Volvo V60 T6?
What sets the 2021 Volvo V60 T6 apart from a safety standpoint is the convergence of three strong pillars in a single model year. The crash protection sub-score of 65 out of 70 reflects the NHTSA results directly: five stars overall, with five-star side and rollover performance anchoring the score and the four-star frontal result keeping it just below the ceiling. The avoidance tech sub-score of 7 out of 10 reflects standard forward collision warning and standard electronic stability control, though the absence of standard lane departure warning leaves a gap that prevents a higher tech score. The defect record sub-score is a perfect 20 out of 20, driven entirely by the zero-recall, near-zero-complaint picture for this specific year. No prior-year Safety Index is on file, so a year-over-year comparison cannot be made, but the 92 out of 100 total and Exceptional band classification stand on their own. The single electrical system complaint on file is an unverified allegation and does not alter the overall picture in any meaningful way.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2021 Volvo V60 T6 perform in crash tests?
The 2021 Volvo V60 T6 achieved a five out of five star overall safety rating from NHTSA. Its side impact and rollover protection were each rated at five stars; the rollover risk was recorded at 10 percent, with no dynamic tip. The only area not to receive a perfect score was frontal crash protection, which earned four out of five stars.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 15710
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Volvo V60 T6 have any recalls?
The 2021 Volvo V60 T6 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. That clean recall record contributes the full 20 out of 20 points in the defect record portion of the Safety Index.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Volvo V60 T6?
NHTSA has received one owner complaint for the 2021 Volvo V60 T6, an unverified allegation targeting the Electrical System. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged in that report. One complaint across the entire model year represents a notably low volume of reported concerns.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Volvo V60 T6?
Shoppers considering this five-year-old vehicle should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool before purchase. Although no recalls are currently on file for this model year, recall campaigns can be added after a vehicle's production cycle ends. Confirming remedy status by VIN is the only way to verify a specific unit's standing.
- The 2021 Volvo V60 T6 carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, earning a perfect 20 out of 20 in the defect record component of its 92-point Safety Index.
- NHTSA's frontal crash test returned four out of five stars for this model year, the only rating below five stars in an otherwise top-scoring crash-test profile.
- Lane departure warning is not standard on the 2021 V60 T6, which limits the avoidance tech sub-score to 7 out of 10 despite standard forward collision warning and electronic stability control.
- Only one unverified owner complaint targeting the Electrical System has been filed with NHTSA for this model year, representing one of the lowest complaint volumes in the used-market segment.
RANKINGSWhere the 2021 Volvo V60 T6 places
The 2021 Volvo V60 T6 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2021 Volvo V60 T6 safety questions
Was the 2021 Volvo V60 T6 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2021 Volvo V60 T6, 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 2021 Volvo V60 T6 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2021 Volvo V60 T6 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 2021 Volvo V60 T6 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Volvo V60 T6 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 2021 Volvo V60 T6?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2021 Volvo V60 T6. 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.
Other V60 T6 years
Rivals in Sedan (2021)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2021 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2021 Nissan Maxima | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2021 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2021 Cadillac CT5-V | 97/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2021 Infiniti Q50 | 97/100 | not rated | 3 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 15710), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Volvo V60 T6 2021.
- 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 28 of 94 in the Sedan class for 2021.
- 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.