2023 Volvo XC60

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

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Quick Summary

The 2023 Volvo XC60 has 73 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.9x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is electrical problems (23% of all complaints), specifically: the headlights malfunctioned two weeks after i purchased the vehicle. the center control panel electronics that controls heating and cooling, the phone, etc failed suddenly and without warning while i was on the highway. there have been multiple problems with this vehicle since i purchased it on sep.

3 crash reports 1 injury

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.9x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

ELECTRICAL

17 complaints

23%

• The headlights malfunctioned two weeks after I purchased the vehicle. The center control panel electronics that controls heating and cooling, the phone, etc failed suddenly and without warning while I was on the highway. There have been multiple problems with this vehicle since I purchased it on Sep
• I have a 1 month old 2023 XC60 T8 phev recharge extended range with 1250 miles on it. I was driving without any issues for the past 1 months. I got a turtle icon with the check engine light on constant when I started driving today. The car had pulled back while driving and there was substantial dimi
• On Friday, January 6, 2023, I left work in my 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge. As I merged onto I26 nothing appeared out of the ordinary. As I began to speed up, my tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) alerted me to a low-pressure situation. I pulled to the side of the road and requested roadside assista

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“The headlights malfunctioned two weeks after I purchased the vehicle. The center control panel electronics that controls heating and cooling, the phone, etc failed suddenly and without warning while I was on the highway. There have been multiple problems with this vehicle since I purchased it on Sep”

— NHTSA complaint filing

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

13 complaints

18%

• The parking sensors and auto brake malfunctioned while I was parking. Nothing was in the car's vicinity, but the car sensors started to beep intensely and the car automatically broke abruptly.
• While backing out of garage, the car abruptly and violently braked. The driver was tossed forward. The rear camera showed nothing in the car's path and no alarms had been set off. Visual review confirmed the absence of anything in the path of the automobile. The automobile was purchased new about 7
• I've had my Volvo for 6 months and two weeks ago I started getting warning alerts that the braking system, lane departure system and other electrical systems were having issues (the doors wouldn't lock and car wouldn't start). I've taken the car to the Volvo dealership 3 times and they have been uns

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“The parking sensors and auto brake malfunctioned while I was parking. Nothing was in the car's vicinity, but the car sensors started to beep intensely and the car automatically broke abruptly.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

OTHER

11 complaints

15%

• 2 of the vehicle’s original tries developed aneurysms at 3000 miles and 3 months of ownership. Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season 235/55 R19 105V M+S DOT XB 08 031B 2722
• Car was started and A/C system including all defrosting capabilities were non functional. Car was turned off and on with no change. Safety was at risk due to lack being able to have a functioning defrost and possible compromise of visibility out both front and back windshields. Called local dealers
• Component: Side-view memory mirrors. Available for inspection. After locking car and then unlocking to re-enter the car, side view mirrors do not return to the proper memory position. Need to press the memory button again to set the mirror's proper position. If mirror not in proper position, car on

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“2 of the vehicle’s original tries developed aneurysms at 3000 miles and 3 months of ownership. Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season 235/55 R19 105V M+S DOT XB 08 031B 2722”

— NHTSA complaint filing

BRAKES

8 complaints

11%

• On Friday, January 6, 2023, I left work in my 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge. As I merged onto I26 nothing appeared out of the ordinary. As I began to speed up, my tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) alerted me to a low-pressure situation. I pulled to the side of the road and requested roadside assista
• Car was turned on and shifted in to reverse. Car was driven backwards and when attempted to stop the car the brake became non depressible and car was difficult to stop.
• I've lost the ability to brake on several occasions. The brake pedal simply could not be pressed in. After taking it to the dealer for repair, the advisor could not articulate what the issue or fix was, but indicated that this is a known issue. These vehicles should not be on the road if that is the

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“On Friday, January 6, 2023, I left work in my 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge. As I merged onto I26 nothing appeared out of the ordinary. As I began to speed up, my tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) alerted me to a low-pressure situation. I pulled to the side of the road and requested roadside assista”

— NHTSA complaint filing

FUEL SYSTEM

5 complaints

• Four times in the last five days as I was braking for a red light or braking as I entered a drive thru, the engine surged and revved to between 3000 RPM and 4000 RPM. I had to use all my power to brake the car and I then put it into Neutral, or shut off the car. Within a few seconds or upon restarti
• The headlights malfunctioned two weeks after I purchased the vehicle. The center control panel electronics that controls heating and cooling, the phone, etc failed suddenly and without warning while I was on the highway. There have been multiple problems with this vehicle since I purchased it on Sep
• I have a 1 month old 2023 XC60 T8 phev recharge extended range with 1250 miles on it. I was driving without any issues for the past 1 months. I got a turtle icon with the check engine light on constant when I started driving today. The car had pulled back while driving and there was substantial dimi

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“Four times in the last five days as I was braking for a red light or braking as I entered a drive thru, the engine surged and revved to between 3000 RPM and 4000 RPM. I had to use all my power to brake the car and I then put it into Neutral, or shut off the car. Within a few seconds or upon restarti”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 73 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: The headlights malfunctioned two weeks after I purchased the vehicle. The center control panel electronics that controls heating and cooling, the phone, etc failed suddenly and without warning while I was on the highway. There have been multiple problems with this vehicle since I purchased it on Sep
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: The parking sensors and auto brake malfunctioned while I was parking. Nothing was in the car's vicinity, but the car sensors started to beep intensely and the car automatically broke abruptly.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: 2 of the vehicle’s original tries developed aneurysms at 3000 miles and 3 months of ownership. Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season 235/55 R19 105V M+S DOT XB 08 031B 2722
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BRAKES: On Friday, January 6, 2023, I left work in my 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge. As I merged onto I26 nothing appeared out of the ordinary. As I began to speed up, my tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) alerted me to a low-pressure situation. I pulled to the side of the road and requested roadside assista
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)