Volvo S60 III (2018–today)Brakes
Recall: software error in the brake control module in the Volvo S60 III
In January 2023 Volvo recalled S60s built between 26 September 2022 and 11 January 2023 for a possible software error in the brake control module, which is corrected by updating the program. The reference is R10217.[1]
Why this rating?
High severity: Risk of a serious engine, turbo or gearbox failure.
Frequency occasional: This is a precautionary campaign that corrects the defect with an update and covers a build batch of about three months; the source does not give the number of cars.[1]
Symptoms
- The source describes no symptom or specific consequence of the possible error.[1]
Why it happens
According to the campaign, there may be a software error in the brake control module; the page does not explain under what conditions it occurs.[1]
Affected years and cars
Only S60s built between 26 September 2022 and 11 January 2023, according to the campaign page.[1]
How much it costs to repair
Includes: Update of the brake control module software at the official Volvo dealer.[1]
The sources consulted do not state the cost to the owner or whether the correction is free; we do not assume it.
Prices in Spain, including VAT. A workshop hour costs on average €38–66 at independent garages and €77–134 at dealerships in Spain, depending on the region and the brand. How we calculate costs
How to check for it before buying a used car
- Ask an official Volvo dealer, using the VIN, whether the car has open or completed campaigns; the check is free. Volvo's reference is R10217.[1]
Recalls, campaigns and claims
Software updateVolvo Cars (aviso publicado por Auto Insider) · January 2023 · Ref. R10217
Campaign R10217: brake control module software
Volvo S60 built between 26 September 2022 and 11 January 2023: possible software error in the brake control module, corrected by updating the software.[1][2]
What owners say
Frequently asked questions
What is done in the inspection?
According to the campaign, the brake control module software is updated at the official dealer.[1]
Which S60s fall under the campaign?
Those built between 26 September 2022 and 11 January 2023, that is, very recent cars; confirm with the VIN.[1]
How much does the update cost?
The sources we have opened do not say; ask an official Volvo dealer, quoting reference R10217.[1]
What can you do now?
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Other faults of the Volvo S60 III
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalAirbags and safetyRecall: insufficient tightening torque on the passenger airbag mountingsVolvo has recalled S60s in case the passenger airbag mountings were fitted with insufficient tightening torque, which could prevent the airbag from deploying correctly in an accident. It affects few cars (585 according to Safety Gate, 526 according to Germany's KBA) and is checked using the VIN.
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalBrakesRecall: braking system disabled in B mode after a long descent (plug-in hybrid S60)On plug-in hybrid S60s, the braking system can be disabled when using B mode after a long descent, with a risk of collision. Volvo corrected it with a campaign (R10329, Safety Gate 28/2025) covering 76,365 cars of several models built between May 2019 and June 2025.
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalElectrical systemRecall: overheating of the plug-in hybrid's high-voltage battery cellsVolvo has recalled around 59,271 plug-in hybrid cars built in 2020-2022, including the S60, because the high-voltage battery can overheat when fully charged, with a risk of fire. This is campaign R10312 (Safety Gate 15/2025).
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalBrakesRecall: insufficient welding in the brake system hydraulic unitOn a small batch of S60s built between December 2020 and January 2021, Volvo warned of an insufficient or missing welded connection in the brake system hydraulic unit and corrected it by replacing the unit. The reference is R10120.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalAirbags and safetyRecall: automatic emergency braking (AEB) may not activateIn March 2020 Volvo recalled S60s and other models built between February 2019 and March 2020 because the automatic emergency braking (IntelliSafe) might not always activate. The correction is a software update (reference R29998; 56,385 vehicles in the UK).
The faults of its engines are on the Volvo S60 III page.
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Sources
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- Volvo S60 recall R10217: potential software error in the brake control moduleAuto Insider · Other source · published 24 January 2023 · consulted 5 October 2026
- Volvo S60 recalls (listado de campañas del S60)Auto Insider · Other source · consulted 5 October 2026