2024 Volvo XC60

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2024 Volvo XC60 has 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.4x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is driver assist/cameras problems (26% of all complaints), specifically: the sound system of the vehicle failed. no alerts for cross path detection, no parking alerts, no bluetooth calling, no gps guidance, no turn signal sound, no ability to call through the sos feature, and no radio. there is no value to the safety features because there is no audible alert for anythin.

8 crash reports 1 injury

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.4x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

9 complaints

26%

• The sound system of the vehicle failed. No alerts for cross path detection, no parking alerts, no Bluetooth calling, no gps guidance, no turn signal sound, no ability to call through the sos feature, and no radio. There is no value to the safety features because there is no audible alert for anythin
• I was backing up out of my driveway and the camera was not available, nor did the sensor work while I was backing up. I hit a parked car as a result of this, resulting in damage to the back of my car. This has happened before, but never resulted in an accident until this time.
• I was backing up out of my driveway and the camera was not available, nor did the sensor work while I was backing up. I hit a parked car as a result of this, resulting in damage to the back of my car. This has happened before, but never resulted in an accident until this time.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 4 crashes

“The sound system of the vehicle failed. No alerts for cross path detection, no parking alerts, no Bluetooth calling, no gps guidance, no turn signal sound, no ability to call through the sos feature, and no radio. There is no value to the safety features because there is no audible alert for anythin”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ELECTRICAL

7 complaints

21%

• Upon startup, a message may appear that says "Drive to workshop, Propulsion System Service Urgent", this happen after a software update.
• I was backing into my garage in reverse gear when there was a sudden power surge and the car accelerated rapidly backwards (without me pushing the gas pedal), which led to a crash that caused substantial damage to the car. The car was out of my control, with it accelerating without reason, so somet
• The sound system of the vehicle failed. No alerts for cross path detection, no parking alerts, no Bluetooth calling, no gps guidance, no turn signal sound, no ability to call through the sos feature, and no radio. There is no value to the safety features because there is no audible alert for anythin

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

“Upon startup, a message may appear that says "Drive to workshop, Propulsion System Service Urgent", this happen after a software update.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

TIRES

4 complaints

12%

• While driving about 40 MPH on a two land road the sidewall blow out . Right before I got a low tire pressure warning from my vehicle.
• While driving about 40 MPH on a two land road the sidewall blow out . Right before I got a low tire pressure warning from my vehicle.
• Tire size: 255/40 R21 The original equipment Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season VOL PNCS tires (255/40 R21 102V, DOT JXB RW582P) on my 2024 Volvo XC60 CPO developed significant tread chunking and active delamination, discovered at approximately 19,225 miles — less than 40% of the expected tire lifespa

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

“While driving about 40 MPH on a two land road the sidewall blow out . Right before I got a low tire pressure warning from my vehicle.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

OTHER

3 complaints

• I recently leased a Volvo XC60 and the Camera system is not working at night time. During the daytime the Camera is working and able to capture images….At nighttime, the camera is not able to “see” and the images on the onboard screen are all dark. I have a Volvo XC90 VIN: YV4A22PK4M1765940 with
• The sound system of the vehicle failed. No alerts for cross path detection, no parking alerts, no Bluetooth calling, no gps guidance, no turn signal sound, no ability to call through the sos feature, and no radio. There is no value to the safety features because there is no audible alert for anythin
• The infotainment center in this vehicle controls multiple features including HVAC, mapping, etc. Mine reboots 3-10 times per day. This causes windows to fog, consule and speed to go blank along with many other important features. I've had it in the shop multiple times and finally they told me that V

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

“I recently leased a Volvo XC60 and the Camera system is not working at night time. During the daytime the Camera is working and able to capture images….At nighttime, the camera is not able to “see” and the images on the onboard screen are all dark. I have a Volvo XC90 VIN: YV4A22PK4M1765940 with”

— NHTSA complaint filing

BRAKES

3 complaints

• Brakes sometimes do not engage when parked and putting the car into drive or reverse gears. The car performs automatic brake checks when the car is parked. Sometimes, if I happen to press the brake pedal as one of these checks is starting, the brake pedal doesn’t press down all the way. I can still
• My car periodically shuts down while on highway and once a week is completely dead and requires a jump or a tow. I have brought this to the dealerships attention for over 18 months and they continue to tell me that the problem is fixed. The car shut down and was completely dead again this week. No o
• My car is a 2024 Volvo XC60 PHEV. I was exiting a parking garage on the evening of April 24, 2026, going very slowly as I tried to get into a line of cars, when the brakes suddenly lost pressure. The brake pedal did nothing; I had no control over the car, which lurched forward, hitting the car in fr

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

“Brakes sometimes do not engage when parked and putting the car into drive or reverse gears. The car performs automatic brake checks when the car is parked. Sometimes, if I happen to press the brake pedal as one of these checks is starting, the brake pedal doesn’t press down all the way. I can still ”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

TIRES(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 34 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: The sound system of the vehicle failed. No alerts for cross path detection, no parking alerts, no Bluetooth calling, no gps guidance, no turn signal sound, no ability to call through the sos feature, and no radio. There is no value to the safety features because there is no audible alert for anythin
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: Upon startup, a message may appear that says "Drive to workshop, Propulsion System Service Urgent", this happen after a software update.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TIRES: While driving about 40 MPH on a two land road the sidewall blow out . Right before I got a low tire pressure warning from my vehicle.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: I recently leased a Volvo XC60 and the Camera system is not working at night time. During the daytime the Camera is working and able to capture images….At nighttime, the camera is not able to “see” and the images on the onboard screen are all dark. I have a Volvo XC90 VIN: YV4A22PK4M1765940 with
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)