Volvo S60 engine seizure due to excessive oil consumption issues, potential class action lawsuit on Volvo S60

Some Volvo S60 owners report experiencing excessive oil consumption issues, which have raised concerns leading to potential class action lawsuits. These owners have noted that Volvo vehicles from 2013-2016 with 2.0L 4-cylinder or 2.5L 5-cylinder engines may have needed a piston ring recall, as alleged in a class action lawsuit. In 2021, Volvo settled a lawsuit regarding this issue by extending warranty coverage for oil consumption problems to 10 years or 150,000 miles. Many owners report having to add oil frequently, receiving notifications from Volvo about the issue, and being offered oil consumption tests and warranty extensions. If excessive oil consumption is confirmed, Volvo may assist with parts and labor costs for necessary repairs. Additionally, some owners have observed blue smoke and a burning oil smell, which can be attributed to defective piston rings, valve guide seals, or turbo seals. Stuck piston rings, often due to carbon buildup, may require treatment methods such as soaking in Seafoam to alleviate the problem.