NHTSA (USA)High Risk
At a glance
What can fail
The bolts securing the front seats may not be tightened properly, causing them to loosen over time.
What the fix does
Dealers will tighten the front seat bolts at no cost to you.
This page covers 6 recalls, 40 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2021 Volvo Xc60.
23–27 mpg combined
8.7–10.2 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
Steering and brake complaints lead the 2021 XC60 owner reports. On the steering side, owners frequently describe the Pilot Assist system pulling the vehicle out of the intended lane on curves and near ramps, and drifting left to right on straight sections, sometimes reaching the rumble strip or crossing into an adjacent lane. Brake complaints center on phantom braking at highway speeds, where the system applies the brakes with no apparent obstacle; some owners report this happening repeatedly even after a dealer software update. The electrical system draws a smaller cluster of complaints, including a driver's side mirror that spontaneously repositions itself when a door is opened or while driving, reducing visibility for lane changes. A few scattered reports mention USB port failures, a disintegrating engine mount, and seatbelts that sag and won't retract, though these appear across individual complaints rather than as a clear repeating pattern.
40
Total Complaints
4
Crash-Related
4
With Injuries
By System
The 2021 Volvo XC60 has 6 recalls, the most serious being two separate issues: a high-voltage battery in plug-in hybrid models that can short-circuit while parked and fully charged, raising the risk of fire, and a loose screw inside the steering gearbox that can cause the steering wheel to lock up.
On the braking side, a rotor and shaft within the integrated brake system can separate, reducing braking assistance and disabling anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control. Related to occupant protection, the airbag control unit may not be firmly attached to the vehicle body and can come loose in a crash, which can reduce the effectiveness of airbags, seatbelts, and the high-voltage battery disconnect. The rear seatbelt retractors can deactivate too early, preventing child safety seats from being held securely. There is also a concern with the front seat mounting bolts, which may be loose and could allow the seat to shift in a crash rather than hold the occupant in place.
At a glance
What can fail
The bolts securing the front seats may not be tightened properly, causing them to loosen over time.
What the fix does
Dealers will tighten the front seat bolts at no cost to you.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The high-voltage battery module may short circuit when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the battery module if needed, and update software to monitor battery performance.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
During assembly, two screws may have been stacked on top of each other in the steering gear. One screw can fall loose into the gearbox housing.
What the fix does
The steering gear will be replaced at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rotor and shaft in the brake system may be improperly welded and separate, affecting brake performance.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the hydraulic unit at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The seat belt automatic locking retractor may stop working too early, preventing child car seats from being secured properly.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Supplemental Restraint System control unit may not be securely fastened to the vehicle body and could detach during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and tighten the SRS control unit mounting screws as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.