Volvo S60: Common Problems & Reliability Guide
Also covers: V60, XC60, XC90
Real, sourced data · last reviewed 2026-07-24
Valve Body Aluminium Bore Erosion
Gearbox / Transmission · severity: High - an incomplete repair can destroy brand-new components within 48 hours (see goldenCatch) · confidence: 87/100 · 2 cited sources
What to check before you buy
- Test drive the vehicle cold, then again after 20-30 minutes fully warmed - a marked difference in shift quality between the two is highly diagnostic
- Scan for P0732-P0735 and P0780
- Verify fluid spec history has not been mixed (JWS 3309 for 2005-2010 vs AW-1 for post-2011)
Full repair-cost estimate, TSB/recall reference and the specific buyer negotiation tip for this issue are included in the R99 vehicle report.
This guide summarises documented, sourced findings for the Volvo S60 generally. It is not an assessment of any specific vehicle - mileage, service history and condition vary by example. A full AutoLytiQs report checks a specific listing against this data plus a live South African market valuation.