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2010-2025 Volvo XC60 Problems: 17 Known Issues
2010-2025 model years · 1,510+ owner reports · Updated October 2026
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2010-2025 model years · 1,510+ owner reports · Updated October 2026
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According to Au7o's analysis of 1,510+ owner reports, the 2010-2025 Volvo XC60 has 17 documented known issues, with 8 rated critical. The most serious are Low-Pressure Fuel Pump Fuse Blows and Pump Fails (Gen2 Drive-E, Recall 21V414000) ($0-$0 repair), City Safety / Automatic Emergency Braking Fails to Detect Obstacles (ASDM Software-Hardware Incompatibility) ($0-$0 repair), Plug-in hybrid battery module may short circuit when fully charged — recall 25V179, Brake Control Module 2 Diagnostic Error Disables ABS, Stability and Traction Control (Recall 23V012000), Front seat belt anchor cable can fatigue and break — recall 20V378, Seat belt child-seat locking mode may switch off early — recall 21V682, Loss of power, no restart or fuel-system codes (owner reports) and Front seat wiring harness may detach, so airbags may not deploy as intended — recall 12V075. The most commonly reported issue is Rough, jerky or hesitant automatic gear changes at low speed (owner reports) with 890 owner reports. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 XC40, XC 40 Recharge, V60CC, V90, V90CC, XC90, and 2021-2022 V60, XC60, S60 vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S60, V60, S90L, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An electronic control module (ECM) software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting, causing a loss of drive power.
STEERING
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2022 V60CC, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. During steering gear assembly, double screws may have been assembled on top of each other, which can cause a screw to fall into the gearbox housing.
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According to Au7o's analysis of 1,510+ owner reports, the 2010-2025 Volvo XC60 has 17 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Low-Pressure Fuel Pump Fuse Blows and Pump Fails (Gen2 Drive-E, Recall 21V414000), City Safety / Automatic Emergency Braking Fails to Detect Obstacles (ASDM Software-Hardware Incompatibility), Plug-in hybrid battery module may short circuit when fully charged — recall 25V179. Of these, 8 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2010-2025 Volvo XC60 has 17 known issues documented across 1,510+ owner reports. 8 issues are rated critical: Low-Pressure Fuel Pump Fuse Blows and Pump Fails (Gen2 Drive-E, Recall 21V414000) and City Safety / Automatic Emergency Braking Fails to Detect Obstacles (ASDM Software-Hardware Incompatibility) and Plug-in hybrid battery module may short circuit when fully charged — recall 25V179 and Brake Control Module 2 Diagnostic Error Disables ABS, Stability and Traction Control (Recall 23V012000) and Front seat belt anchor cable can fatigue and break — recall 20V378 and Seat belt child-seat locking mode may switch off early — recall 21V682 and Loss of power, no restart or fuel-system codes (owner reports) and Front seat wiring harness may detach, so airbags may not deploy as intended — recall 12V075. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Repair costs for known Volvo XC60 issues range from $0 to $900, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Low-Pressure Fuel Pump Fuse Blows and Pump Fails (Gen2 Drive-E, Recall 21V414000), typically costs $0-$0 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
Reliability varies across model years of the Volvo XC60. Based on documented issues, problems are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2010-2025 Volvo XC60 with 17 documented issues documented across 1,510+ owner reports.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2020-2021 S90, 2020-2022 S60, V60, XC60, XC90, and 2022 V90 plug-in hybrid vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
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On 2019-2020 SPA-platform Volvos the low-pressure (in-tank lift) fuel pump can draw enough current to blow its fuse, which shuts the pump down and starves the high-pressure direct-injection pump. Volvo recalled roughly 85,550 vehicles including the XC60 under 21V414000. The failu… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
A software/hardware incompatibility in the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) - the module that runs City Safety, AEB, Pilot Assist and pedestrian/cyclist detection on the SPA cars - can leave the automatic emergency braking system unable to detect an obstacle and brake as intend… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
A supplier process deviation in LG high-voltage battery cell modules can cause an internal short circuit when the battery is fully charged and the car is parked, which can overheat the cells and increases the risk of a fire. Volvo reports no incidents while driving. Applies to: X… Severity: high.
Volvo Car USA recalled certain 2023 XC60 SUVs because a diagnostic error inside the Brake Control Module 2 (BCM2) can cause the vehicle to lose Antilock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and traction control. On an XC60 this matters most in the conditions the… Severity: high.
The steel cable on the outboard side of each front seat that connects to the front seat belt can wear and fatigue if it is repeatedly bent over the seat cushion when people get in. A fatigued cable may not be strong enough to hold the belt in a crash, giving reduced or no seat be… Severity: high.
On some seat belts, the automatic locking mode (engaged by pulling the belt all the way out to hold a child seat) can switch off before the belt is fully retracted, so a child seat installed with the seat belt may not be held tightly. This fails Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stand… Severity: high.
A 2013 XC60 T6 owner reports loss of power followed by cranking without restarting and reports a dealer diagnosis involving the pump and sender. A 2010 T6 account names P062800 and P008700. These reports do not prove a pump or electronic-module failure on another vehicle. Applies… Severity: high.
The wiring harness under the driver and/or front passenger seat may not be attached properly to the seat frame. If it hangs too low, moving the seat can catch it on the floor-mounted amplifier and detach its connector, lighting the SRS light with "SRS service required urgent". In… Severity: high.
Owners report jerky or hesitant gear changes at low speed, rough 1st-to-2nd shifts and, on cold mornings, a shift into 3rd that drops back to 2nd and slips. One 2022 B5 owner reports the car holding 1st gear and then showing "Transmission acceleration performance reduced". Applie… Severity: medium.
On some XC60s with air suspension, a valve inside the rear suspension air compressor may contain residue from an anti-corrosive agent and malfunction. Diagnostic codes SUM-B104177 and SUM-C103B4B/C103B98 are set and the compressor fuse blows. Applies to: certain 2018-2020 XC60 wi… Severity: medium.
On the Gen2 XC60 the powered tailgate is raised by electric spindle lift arms. In cold weather, moisture that has migrated into the arm can freeze, and the arm - unable to extend normally - separates from its mounting and is thrown rearward with significant force when the tailgat… Repairs typically run $0-$900. Severity: medium.
The rearview camera image may not show at the start of a backing event; the center display may instead show "Camera is temporarily not available". Without the image the driver's view behind the car is limited, increasing the risk of a crash, and the car does not meet Federal Moto… Severity: medium.
Owners report a loud whistle at idle that goes away as engine speed rises, sometimes with the check-engine light on, traced to a torn or clogged diaphragm in the oil trap (crankcase ventilation unit) on top of the engine. One owner relays a shop warning that driving far on a fail… Severity: medium.
Owners report rainwater getting in from the roof area, with soaked front and rear footwells after heavy rain. Causes owners discuss include clogged or detached sunroof drain tubes and leaks at the seam between the roof and the body under the roof rails. Applies to: First-generati… Severity: medium.
Because of an internal tolerance deviation in the TF-80SC automatic transmission, the car may engage harshly when shifted from Neutral to Drive, give a shift shock when the brake is released after standing still, or shift roughly from 5th to 4th when coasting down. Volvo notes th… Severity: medium.
Owners report the A/C compressor clutch bearing wobbling and making noise, and A/C that stops cooling while the compressor clutch cycles slowly. In the owner discussions, the clutch coil, a sensor or a loose noise-reduction ring between the clutch plate and pulley are named as po… Severity: low.
Owners of 2022 XC60s with the Google built-in system report the center and driver displays shutting down and the system restarting, and periods with no sound from the radio, apps, turn-signal tick or "Hey Google". Applies to: 2022 XC60 with the Google built-in infotainment system… Severity: low.
