2018 Volvo XC60 Problems: 3 Known Issues
2018 model year · 1,510+ owner reports · Updated October 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 1,510+ owner reports, the 2018 Volvo XC60 has 3 documented known issues. None of the listed issues is rated critical; this is not a complete reliability assessment. 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.
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NHTSA Recalls16 recalls
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 S90L, 2020-2021 XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An improperly welded rotor and shaft may separate within the integrated brake system.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2020 V90, XC60, S60, V60, V60CC, S90, V90CC, S90L, and XC90 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
Volvo Car of N.A., LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2018-2020 XC60 vehicles. The nuts that secure the front wipers may not have been sufficiently tightened, possibly causing the wipers to not function properly.
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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What are the most common Volvo XC60 problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 1,510+ owner reports, the 2018 Volvo XC60 has 3 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Rough, jerky or hesitant automatic gear changes at low speed (owner reports), Rear air suspension compressor may fail and blow its fuse — extended warranty P10064, Power Tailgate Lift Arm Freezes and Separates From the Body (Recall 19V046000). None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
Is the Volvo XC60 reliable?
The 2018 Volvo XC60 has 3 known issues documented across 1,510+ owner reports. None of the matching records is rated critical; this is not a complete reliability assessment. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Volvo XC60 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. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2018-2022 Volvo XC60 Rough, jerky or hesitant automatic gear changes at low speed (owner reports)?
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.
What is the 2018-2020 Volvo XC60 Rear air suspension compressor may fail and blow its fuse — extended warranty P10064?
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.
What is the 2018-2021 Volvo XC60 Power Tailgate Lift Arm Freezes and Separates From the Body (Recall 19V046000)?
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.
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