CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Volvo XC60 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (15 reports).
2021 Volvo XC60 recalls
High-Voltage Battery Short Circuit Can Cause Fire
The high-voltage traction battery may experience an internal short circuit within a battery module when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked.
Steering Can Lock Up, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2019-2021 Volvo V60CC, XC60, and XC90 vehicles may have been built with double screws stacked on top of each other during steering gear assembly.
Brake Assist and ABS May Fail, Raising Crash Risk
A welding defect in the brake system's integrated hydraulic unit means the rotor and shaft can separate.
Seat Belts May Not Lock Child Seats Securely
Certain seat belt retractors can deactivate early, which may stop the automatic locking feature from holding a child restraint system firmly in place.
Airbag Control Unit May Detach in a Crash
The airbag control module (the unit that manages the airbags, seat belt pretensioners and high-voltage battery disconnect) may not be properly secured to the vehicle body.
Most common 2021 Volvo XC60 problems
Problem areas named in the 50 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 15 |
| Unknown Or Other | 11 |
| Service Brakes | 9 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 7 |
| Steering | 7 |
| Lane Departure | 7 |
| Engine | 7 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
What owners report
The vehicle is experiencing repeated, unpredictable engine stalling while in motion and under active acceleration. The engine cuts out completely within 15â30 seconds or after several minutes of driving, without displaying any check-engine lights or diagnostic warning messages. This presents an immediate, severe safety hazard to the driver, passengers, and surrounding motorists on public roads. The vehicle is currently grounded as it is unsafe to operate.
I am writing to urge NHTSA to address the serious safety problem caused by excessively bright headlights on American roads. Many LED, HID, high-mounted, improperly aimed, and aftermarket headlights produce such intense glare that oncoming drivers can be temporarily blinded. This can make it difficult to see lane markings, pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, curves, or stopped vehicles. At highway speeds, even a few seconds of impaired vision can have devastating consequences. Technology already exists to reduce this danger. Adaptive headlights can provide excellent visibility while reducing the amount of light directed at oncoming vehicles, and advanced systems have been used in other countr
The air conditioning system in my 2021 Volvo XC60 failed, blowing hot air instead of cold. A Volvo dealer diagnosed the cause as a failed A/C evaporator core and quoted $7,800 to replace it. Volvo Cars North America has declined to provide any goodwill assistance despite this being a widely reported failure across multiple Volvo models (S60, S90, V60, XC60, XC90) at similar mileage/age, and despite Volvo having issued a running design change (a resistor harness, part no. 32241228) intended to prevent the evaporator core from over-cooling and freezing â indicating the manufacturer is aware of the underlying defect. Beyond the loss of cabin cooling, this failure created a separate safety co
The A/C evaporator core on my 2021 Volvo XC60 suffered a premature structural failure, creating an immediate and severe safety hazard while driving. The component failed precisely five weeks after the Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) warranty wrapper expired. An authorized Volvo dealership service department formally inspected the vehicle and verified an active, heavy refrigerant leak utilizing UV filter video diagnostics. This component defect directly compromises vehicle safety in two distinct ways: Complete Loss of Windshield Defrost Capability: Due to the total failure of the climate control and dehumidification system, the vehicle completely loses its ability to clear the windshield during s
Hood latch assembly corrodes making it impossible to open hood or service the vehicle.
2021 Volvo XC60 questions
Does the 2021 Volvo XC60 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2021 Volvo XC60: High-Voltage Battery Short Circuit Can Cause Fire; Steering Can Lock Up, Raising Crash Risk; Brake Assist and ABS May Fail, Raising Crash Risk; Seat Belts May Not Lock Child Seats Securely; Airbag Control Unit May Detach in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Volvo XC60?
Based on 50 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (15), Unknown Or Other (11), Service Brakes (9).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.