2011 Volvo XC60 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2011 Volvo XC60 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 36 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes.

The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (8 reports).

4Recalls
36Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2011 Volvo XC60 recalls

Front Seat Belt Cable May Fail, Leaving Occupants Unsecured

Recall 20V378Jun 30, 2020308,260 vehicles affected

The flexible steel cable that connects the front outboard seat belts to the vehicle can fatigue over time.

Seats

Recall 10V591Nov 22, 20107,420 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling

Recall 10V579Nov 17, 20106,046 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal

Recall 10V489Oct 13, 20109,746 vehicles affected

Most common 2011 Volvo XC60 problems

Problem areas named in the 36 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Seat Belts8
Electrical System7
Unknown Or Other6
Visibility/Wiper6
Steering3
Engine3
Structure3
Visibility2
Equipment2
Service Brakes2

What owners report

2024-02-05, Visibility/Wiper
Windshield is original from Volvo but leaks during rain and car washes. Rain floods my driver’s side floor board and heavy enough might effect my electrical system.
2023-01-23, Seat Belts
The contact owns a 2011 Volvo XC60. The contact stated that the front driver’s side belt was restraining her extremely tightly and failed to release as needed. No warning light was illuminated. The contact also stated that water had leaked from around the windshield into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that water was in the vehicle and the sunroof drain needed to be flushed out however, the contact stated that she was denied service unless the sunroof drain was flushed out. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred, and the contact was concerned for her safety. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the fa
2022-08-08, Seat Belts
The front passenger seat belt will not release without much difficultly. If the vehicle started on fire or went into water, the passenger would likely die. I contacted Volvo and they will not help other than charging over $800 to replace the seat belt.
2022-08-08, Engine
The contact owns a 2011 Volvo XC60. The contact stated that she noticed an oil leak underneath the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the turbo needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
2022-04-16, Visibility/Wiper
Original OEM front windshield developed a leak causing water to start dripping onto my hands on the steering wheel and on my lap during a rainstorm. seems to be numerous accounts of the front windshield bonding failing, definitely can be hazardous when driving in an already higher-risk situation rain causes. Not to mention the dripping runs down the inside of the windshield they don't make windshield wipers for the inside of the car and you have to wipe it away while driving to help with the visibility.

2011 Volvo XC60 questions

Does the 2011 Volvo XC60 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2011 Volvo XC60: Front Seat Belt Cable May Fail, Leaving Occupants Unsecured; Seats; Engine And Engine Cooling; Air Bags:Frontal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Volvo XC60?

Based on 36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (8), Electrical System (7), Unknown Or Other (6).

How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Volvo XC60 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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