2020 Volvo S60phev problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (1)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages 2024-10-23 · campaign 24V788000 · 291 vehicles
Defect: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2020 S60, V60, S90I, XC60 and XC90 hybrid vehicles. The pushrod screw joint, connecting to the brake pedal to the hydraulic brake unit, may be loose.
Risk: A loose brake pedal can result in a loss of braking function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will tighten the brake pedal pushrod screw joint, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10289.
Service bulletins (62)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Exterior Lighting 2026-09-14 · 37426.2.0 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a tj text only no attachments. --- if the crystal gear shift knob light stays illuminated after the vehicle is locked and is not in active mode, a fix for this issue is introduced with software version 5.0.5.
Exterior Lighting 2026-07-28 · 37774.1.0 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a tj - text plus 1 pdf attachment - f the headlamp horizontal light aim cannot be adjusted via the set screw, if the horizontal light aim cannot be adjusted because the cogwheel knob is broken, do not replace the entire headlamp. instead, use the spare part kit part number 32476677 to replac
Electrical System 2026-07-28 · 36863.4.0 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a technical journal: dim message and dtc iem p0c0500. 1. erase the dtc 2. test drive the vehicle in electrical mode and accelerate until the vehicle reaches a minimum of 30 km/h (19 mph). 3. perform a new vida readout if the dtc iem p0c0500 does not return, do not replace any parts. release
Unknown Or Other 2026-05-23 · 33031.6.0 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a technical journal: text plus 1 .jpg attachment - if remote control key is not detected by the car and shows message in dim "car key not found" or if functions such as lock/unlock are not working, please follow advice for detecting key
Power Train 2026-05-07 · 36496.10.0 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a technical journal: intermittent knocking noise during acceleration. if the sound corresponds to attached sound file, change front drive shafts to the below part numbers.
Unknown Or Other 2026-05-07 · 36376.6.0 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a technical journal: text only no attachments - before replacing a cell module, make sure the latest becm software is downloaded. this is important for utilizing the vida method described here and receiving the correct cell balancing diagnostics after the replacement.
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