Volvo

XC60 (Y20)

2010-2017 · Compact SUV · 5 engines
Best Engine Recommended (3.6)
314 NHTSA Complaints
19 Recalls
6 Fire Reports
15 Crash Reports
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Engine Reliability Ratings

B6324S5

3.2L 6-cyl / 240 hp
Recommended (3.6)
93 complaints 11.8 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

other
46
electrical
14
body
8
safety systems
8
engine
8

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (14 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (8 complaints)
Safety Systems Issues (8 complaints)

B6304T4

3.0L 6-cyl / 300 hp
⚠️ Caution (2.5)
114 complaints 16.2 per year Gasoline
2 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

other
42
electrical
22
interior
9
safety systems
9
engine
8

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (22 complaints)
Interior Issues (9 complaints)
Safety Systems Issues (9 complaints)

B4204T9

2.0L 4-cyl / 302 hp
⚠️ Caution (2.4)
17 complaints 6.0 per year Gasoline
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
6
electrical
6
other
4
fuel system
2
safety systems
2

Known Issues

Engine Issues (6 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (6 complaints)
Fuel System Issues (2 complaints)

B4204T11 (ULEV2)

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo / 240 hp
⚠️ Caution (2.2)
38 complaints 12.5 per year Gasoline
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
12
electrical
8
other
7
safety systems
4
fuel system
4

Known Issues

Engine Issues (12 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (8 complaints)
Safety Systems Issues (4 complaints)

B5254T12

2.5L 5-cyl Turbo / 250 hp
⚠️ Caution (2.1)
22 complaints 11.0 per year Gasoline
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
11
interior
4
electrical
3
other
2
safety systems
2

Known Issues

Engine Issues (11 complaints)
Interior Issues (4 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (3 complaints)

1 additional engine variant with fewer than 10 complaints not shown.

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Volvo XC60 regardless of engine variant.

Electrical System Issues (53 complaints)
electrical critical
Engine Issues (29 complaints)
engine critical
Safety Systems Issues (21 complaints)
safety_systems critical
Interior Issues (13 complaints)
interior critical
Body/Trim Issues (9 complaints)
body moderate

Recalls (19)

20V378000Jun 29, 2020serious
Seat Belts

Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.

18V800000Nov 12, 2018serious
Electrical System

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have an error causing the Telematics and Driver Support Systems to function improperly. As a result, the GPS will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.

17V127000Jan 2, 2017serious
Air Bags

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 S60, S60CC, V60, V60 Cross Country, and XC60 vehicles. The affected vehicles have driver and front passenger seat side mounted side air bags (SAB) with inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

16V918000Dec 20, 2016serious
Air Bags

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2017 S60 and S60 Cross Country, V60 and V60 Cross Country, and XC60 vehicles manufactured August 16, 2016, through October 21, 2016. The affected vehicles have driver and front passenger seat side mounted side air bags (SAB) with inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

16V798000Feb 10, 2016serious
Seat Belts

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles manufactured February 16, 2015, to August 22, 2016. On the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt buckle attaching stud may loosen, allowing the buckle to separate from the seat belt bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages" and number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

15V555000Feb 8, 2015serious
Electrical System

Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo S60, V60, V60CC, XC60, XC70, and S80 vehicles manufactured April 8, 2015 to August 19, 2015. In certain driving conditions when using the automatic engine stop/start function, the starter motor fuse may blow, preventing the car from restarting when necessary.

13V377000Aug 20, 2013serious
Electrical System

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2014 S60, S80, XC60 and XC70 vehicles equipped with keyless ignition. In the affected vehicles, the Central Electronic Module (CEM) will not perform as intended. As a result, the front windshield wipers might run continuously when the ignition is on. Also, the turn signals, high beams, and headlight switch might not work.

13V084000May 2, 2013serious
Equipment

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S60 and XC60 vehicles, manufactured on January 7, 2013. The product identification labels were printed with the incorrect manufacture year. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification Regulation."

12V075000Feb 27, 2012serious
Electrical System

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 S60, XC60, S80 AND XC70 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 16, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 6, 2011. IN THESE VEHICLES, THE WIRE HARNESS UNDER THE FRONT SEATS MAY HAVE NOT BEEN ATTACHED PROPERLY TO THE SEAT FRAME. AS A RESULT, WHEN THE SEATS ARE MOVED TO ADJUST THE SEATING POSITION, THE WIRE HARNESS MAY GET PULLED, CAUSING IT TO DISCONNECT.

12V101000Mar 13, 2012serious
Structure

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 S60 AND XC60 PASSENGER VEHICLES. AN INCORRECT MIXTURE OF UNDERBODY COATING AND OVER-APPLICATION CAN RESULT IN RIGID, ICICLE-LIKE AREAS HANGING FROM VEHICLE’S UNDERCARRIAGE.

12V439000Oct 8, 2012serious
Air Bags

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S60 and XC60 vehicles. A manufacturing defect within the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) control unit may lead to an inadvertent deployment of the seat belt pretensioner and/or inflatable curtain.

10V591000Nov 21, 2010serious
Seats

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER FRONT PASSENGER SEATS. THE FRONT SEAT RAIL'S DETECTION SYSTEM WAS MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY AND MAY PERMIT THE PASSENGER TO FORWARD THE SEAT BEYOND THE INTENDED MAXIMUM.

10V579000Nov 16, 2010serious
Engine & Cooling

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011, S80, S60, XC70 AND XC60 VEHICLES. THE SOFTWARE CALIBRATION FOR THE FUEL CUT-OFF FUNCTIONALITY IN THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) IS TOO SENSITIVE.

10V489000Oct 12, 2010serious
Air Bags

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 S80, XC70, MODEL YEAR 2011 XC60 AND MODEL YEAR 2010 V70 VEHICLES. THERE MAY BE AN INTERMITTENT FAULT IN THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG CLOCKSPRING WIRING CONNECTOR FOR THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM.

10V564000Oct 10, 2010serious
Air Bags

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 XC60 VEHICLES. THE CURTAIN AIR BAGS MAY HAVE BEEN MIS-ASSEMBLED DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS. THIS MAY CAUSE AN AIR BAG TO NOT DEPLOY OR NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED.

09V445000Nov 17, 2009serious
Seats

VOLVO IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2010 XC60 VEHICLES. THE DRIVER'S SEAT SIDE COVER PANEL (SEAT CONTROL PANEL) IN CERTAIN DRIVER'S SIDE IMPACTS MAY RELEASE THE ATTACHMENT OF THE SEATBELT TO THE SEAT FRAME.

09V477000Dec 14, 2009serious
Fuel System, Other

VOLVO IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2010 XC60 VEHICLES. THE FUEL LINE RAIL COVER THAT PROTECTS THE FUEL LINES UNDER THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ATTACHED EXPOSING THE FUEL LINES TO DAMAGE.

09V463000Jan 11, 2009serious
Structure

VOLVO IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2010 XC60 VEHICLES BUILT WITHOUT THE PANORAMIC ROOF AND DELIVERED TO PUERTO RICO FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT."

09V343000Jan 8, 2009serious
Electrical System

VOLVO IS RECALLING MY 2008-2010 S80, MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 XC70 AND MODEL YEAR 2010 XC60 VEHICLES. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS THE SOFTWARE WITHIN THE CENTRAL ELECTRONIC MODULE (CEM) MAY NOT SEND A SIGNAL TO THE FUEL PUMP ELECTRONIC MODULE (PEM). THIS MISSING SIGNAL TO THE PEM INHIBITS THE START OF THE FUEL PUMP. THE DRIVER MAY BE ABLE TO START THE ENGINE IN SPITE OF THE FUEL PUMP NOT BEING ACTIVATED DUE TO RESIDUAL PRESSURE IN THE FUEL SYSTEM. IN SOME CASES, THE DRIVER MAY BE ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE A SHORT DISTANCE AT IDLE BUT THEN THE ENGINE MAY STALL.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2010-2017 Volvo XC60 problems?

The 2010-2017 Volvo XC60 has accumulated 314 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Electrical System, Engine, Safety Systems. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Volvo XC60 engine is most reliable?

The 2010-2017 Volvo XC60 was offered with 6 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 3.0L 6-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2010-2017 Volvo XC60 a good used car?

The 2010-2017 Volvo XC60 can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 314 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2010-2017 Volvo XC60 have?

The 2010-2017 Volvo XC60 has 314 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2010-2017 Volvo XC60?

There are 19 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2010-2017 Volvo XC60 vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Volvo XC60?

Before buying a used Volvo XC60, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Electrical System, Engine, Safety Systems, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Does the XC60 have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2010-2017 Volvo XC60. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 314 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-04-07.

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