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Volvo XC60 Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 15 model years, NHTSA lists 17 recalls and 571 owner complaints for the Volvo XC60. Newest model year first. Data as of November 9, 2026.
Volvo XC60 by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Volvo XC60 | 0 | 18 | |
| 2025 Volvo XC60 | 0 | 38 | |
| 2024 Volvo XC60 | 0 | 25 | |
| 2023 Volvo XC60 | 0 | 55 | |
| 2022 Volvo XC60 | 0 | 75 | |
| 2021 Volvo XC60 | 0 | 32 | |
| 2020 Volvo XC60 | 1 | 23 | |
| 2019 Volvo XC60 | 0 | 38 | |
| 2018 Volvo XC60 | 0 | 36 | |
| 2017 Volvo XC60 | 4 | 16 | |
| 2016 Volvo XC60 | 3 | 39 | |
| 2015 Volvo XC60 | 1 | 48 | |
| 2014 Volvo XC60 | 2 | 16 | |
| 2013 Volvo XC60 | 3 | 66 | |
| 2012 Volvo XC60 | 3 | 46 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Volvo models · How these reports are made.
Volvo XC60: questions owners ask
Which Volvo XC60 year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Volvo XC60 model years with the most are the 2022 (75), 2013 (66) and 2023 (55). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Volvo XC60 years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2014 (16), 2017 (16) and 2020 (23), out of 13 model years from 2012 to 2024. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Volvo XC60 have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 7 Volvo XC60 model years, 17 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2017 (4), 2012 (3) and 2013 (3). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Volvo XC60 years have the most stalling complaints?
17 owner complaints across 4 Volvo XC60 model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2015 (6), 2016 (5) and 2021 (3) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volvo XC60 years have the most infotainment screen complaints?
17 owner complaints across 3 Volvo XC60 model years describe the infotainment or touch screen freezing, rebooting or going black. The most were filed for the 2022 (10), 2025 (4) and 2023 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volvo XC60 years have the most water leak complaints?
16 owner complaints across 2 Volvo XC60 model years describe water leaks into the cabin, sunroof or trunk. The most were filed for the 2013 (10) and 2012 (6) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volvo XC60 years have the most oil consumption complaints?
16 owner complaints across 2 Volvo XC60 model years describe excessive oil consumption or oil leaks. The most were filed for the 2016 (9) and 2015 (7) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Volvo XC60 years have the most backup camera complaints?
13 owner complaints across 2 Volvo XC60 model years describe the rearview or backup camera failing or showing a blank screen. The most were filed for the 2022 (10) and 2023 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
How often does the Volvo XC60 fail its MOT?
In 2023 UK MOT tests, the Volvo XC60's first-time failure rate ranged from 8% for cars first registered in 2021 to 31.2% for 2010, across 12 registration years with at least 100 tests. Older cars fail more often. The most common failure areas were tyres, lights and electrics, suspension. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results.