Is the 2025 Volvo XC60 reliable?

The 2025 Volvo XC60 has 38 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.7x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: above-average. Most common issue: DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS problems.

What are common problems with the 2025 Volvo XC60?

Top problems: DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS (11 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (9 complaints, avg repair $500); VISIBILITY (6 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2025 Volvo XC60?

Yes, there are 3 recall(s): BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE, SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS, BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE. Contact any Volvo dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Volvo XC60?

The 2025 Volvo XC60 gets 26 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1846. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2025 Volvo XC60?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2025 Volvo XC60 is approximately $2,464/year (sedan-luxury class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2025 Volvo XC60

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2025 Volvo XC60 has 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.7x the segment average of 56. The most common issue is driver assist/cameras problems (29% of all complaints), specifically: i bought this car on 8/30/24. this car has the ability to turn off the lane keeping aid, but it defaults to steering assistance which can't be turned off. i was not aware of this before purchasing. this feature is a big problem and should be removed or allow the driver to deactivate. if i am driving. There are 3 recalls issued for this model year.

3 crash reports 6 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.7x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

11 complaints

29%

• I bought this car on 8/30/24. This car has the ability to turn off the lane keeping aid, BUT it defaults to steering assistance which can't be turned off. I was not aware of this before purchasing. This feature is a big problem and should be removed or allow the driver to deactivate. If I am driving
• I am getting the message “Camera temporarily unavailable” which means I can’t backup safely.
• On 6/24/25 warning given that rear camera — actually all cameras — were unavailable. Cameras remained unavailable for several hours, when they “magically” came back on. 6/24/25 — radio sound disappeared. Only returned after a hard reset of the center infotainment system. 6/25/25 — another warning

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

“I bought this car on 8/30/24. This car has the ability to turn off the lane keeping aid, BUT it defaults to steering assistance which can't be turned off. I was not aware of this before purchasing. This feature is a big problem and should be removed or allow the driver to deactivate. If I am driving”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (3)

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE08/05/2025

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."

Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2025 Volvo XC60

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,847

Per month

$154

Per mile

15.4¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,087/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,600/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2025 Volvo XC60

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$2,464

Full coverage / month

$205

Liability only / year

$710

vs US avg

+47%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-luxury)1.28x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.15x

= Full coverage estimate$2464

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Volvo XC60 Service Intervals

Oil change

10K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

10K mi

Brake fluid

24 months

Transmission fluid

60K mi

Engine coolant

100K mi

Spark plugs

60K mi

Cabin air filter

15K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

40K mi

T5/T6/T8 all use 4-cylinder engines. T8 plug-in hybrids: battery cooling system serviced with engine coolant.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Volvo New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

4 yr / 50K mi

Powertrain

4 yr / 50K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

12 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

4 yr / unlimited mi

Corrosion unlimited miles for 12 years

Estimated Repair Costs

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

VISIBILITY(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

BODY/STRUCTURE(~50K mi)

$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 38 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

☐
DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: I bought this car on 8/30/24. This car has the ability to turn off the lane keeping aid, BUT it defaults to steering assistance which can't be turned off. I was not aware of this before purchasing. This feature is a big problem and should be removed or allow the driver to deactivate. If I am driving
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
☐
ELECTRICAL: I am writing to formally express my significant concerns and dissatisfaction with the recurring software and system issues I have experienced with my Volvo XC60, purchased on 1st February 2025, approximately four months ago. The vehicle’s Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is [XXX] . Since taking
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
☐
VISIBILITY: Both my rear windows have a haze on them, which interferes with my visibility in direct sun.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
☐
OTHER: Camera intermittently stops working with "Camera temporarily unavailable" message. This last a day or two and then it "fixes itself". This is a safety issue that MUST be fixed, Volvo has known about this for years and has done nothing to fix it.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
☐
RECALLS: Verify all 3 recalls have been completed — free at any Volvo dealer
☐
General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)