The broadest current XC60 recall is 25V-908, a rearview camera software fix for 2022–2025 models. T8 plug-in hybrids have 25V-179 (2020–2022 battery short circuit) and 25V-392 (B-mode braking), and early second-generation cars have wiper-nut (2018–2020) and tailgate lift-arm (2018–2019) recalls.
CarWhere lists 12 documented XC60 issues, including 12 NHTSA safety recalls, each with affected years, powertrains, symptoms, pre-purchase checks and a source. Recall entries come from NHTSA's recall dataset on the DOT open-data portal, which may not list every campaign, so run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup.
Second generation XC60 problems (2018–present)
Rearview camera image may not display (recall 25V-908) (2022–2025)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2018–present) – 2022–2025
- Years:
- 2022–2025
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 25V-908 covers 2022–2025 XC60 models among about 413,151 Volvo vehicles because the rearview camera image may not appear when the car is put in reverse, failing FMVSS 111. It replaces recall 25V-282, and cars repaired under 25V-282 need the new software remedy, done over the air or by a dealer.
Symptoms
- Blank or missing camera image when shifting into reverse
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Confirm the software update was installed, over the air or by a dealer
NHTSA recall: 25V908000 (2025-12) · 413,151 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [1][2][3]
Plug-in hybrid high-voltage battery may short circuit (recall 25V-179) (2020–2022)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2018–present) – 2020–2022 T8
- Years:
- 2020–2022
- Powertrain:
- T8 plug-in hybrid
Recall 25V-179 covers 2020–2022 XC60 plug-in hybrids along with S60, V60, XC90 and S90/V90 plug-in hybrids, about 7,483 vehicles in total, because a battery module can short circuit when the battery is fully charged and the car is parked, raising the risk of a fire. Volvo told owners not to charge until the repair is done; dealers inspect and replace modules as needed and update battery-monitoring software.
Symptoms
- No specific warning before the fault; follow the owner letter and do not charge until repaired
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller whether the battery module inspection or replacement was done
NHTSA recall: 25V179000 (2025-03) · 7,483 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [4][3]
Loss of brake function in B mode or One Pedal Drive (recall 25V-392) (2022–2026)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2018–present) – 2022–2026 T8
- Years:
- 2022–2026
- Powertrain:
- Plug-in hybrid and electric
Recall 25V-392 covers 2022–2026 XC60 plug-in hybrids and other Volvo PHEVs and EVs, about 11,469 vehicles, because brake function may be lost while coasting downhill in "B" mode (plug-in hybrids) or One Pedal Drive (electric models). Volvo advised owners not to use those modes until the brake module software is updated over the air or by a dealer.
Symptoms
- Reduced or no braking while coasting downhill in B mode or One Pedal Drive
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Confirm the software update was installed, over the air or by a dealer
NHTSA recall: 25V392000 (2025-06) · 11,469 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [5][3]
Front wiper arm nuts may loosen (recall 20V-503) (2018–2020)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2018–present) – 2018–2020
- Years:
- 2018–2020
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 20V-503 covers about 87,226 2018–2020 XC60s because the nuts securing the front wiper arms may not have been tightened enough, reducing wiper function. Dealers tighten the nuts.
Symptoms
- Wiper arm that slips or does not clear the glass
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 20V503000 (2020-08) · 87,226 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [6][3]
Tailgate lift arms may freeze and separate (recall 19V-046) (2018–2019)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2018–present) – 2018–2019
- Years:
- 2018–2019
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 19V-046 covers about 45,990 2018–2019 XC60s because in cold weather the tailgate lifting arms can freeze and separate, projecting rearward with force. Dealers fit redesigned lift arms.
Symptoms
- Stiff or noisy tailgate in cold weather
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 19V046000 (2019-01) · 45,990 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [7][3]
Engine may not start, causing loss of drive power (recall 22V-793) (2022–2023)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2018–present) – 2022–2023
- Years:
- 2022–2023
- Powertrain:
- Plug-in hybrid
Recall 22V-793 covers 2022–2023 XC60 models with the S60, V60, S90L and XC90, about 15,674 vehicles, because an engine control module software error may stop the gasoline engine from starting, so the car loses drive power once the high-voltage battery is depleted. Dealers update the ECM software.
Symptoms
- Loss of power when the hybrid battery runs down
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 22V793000 (2022-10) · 15,674 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [8][3]
Low-pressure fuel pump fuse can fail (recall 21V-414) (2019–2020)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2018–present) – 2019–2020
- Years:
- 2019–2020
- Powertrain:
- Gasoline and plug-in hybrid
Recall 21V-414 covers XC60 models among about 85,550 2019–2020 Volvos because the low-pressure fuel pump can blow its fuse and fail, which can stall the engine. Dealers replace the fuse.
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 21V414000 (2021-06) · 85,550 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [9][3]
Automatic emergency braking may not engage (recall 20V-144) (2019–2020)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2018–present) – 2019–2020
- Years:
- 2019–2020
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 20V-144 covers XC60 models among about 121,605 2019–2020 Volvos because a software and hardware incompatibility can stop the automatic emergency braking system from detecting obstacles. Dealers update the Active Safety Domain Master software.
Symptoms
- No obvious symptom; the system may fail to brake for an obstacle
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 20V144000 (2020-03) · 121,605 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [10][3]
First generation XC60 problems (2010–2017)
Front seat belt anchor cable may fatigue (recall 20V-378) (2010–2016)
Safety recall- Generation:
- First generation (2010–2017) – 2010–2016
- Years:
- 2010–2016
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 20V-378 covers first-generation XC60 models (the filing lists 2009–2016 XC60) with older S60, V60, S80, V70 and XC70 models among about 308,260 Volvos because the flexible steel cable connecting the front outboard seat belts may fatigue over time, so the belt may not hold the occupant in a crash. Dealers replace the anchor cable for both front seats.
Symptoms
- Frayed or damaged belt anchor at the side of the front seat
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 20V378000 (2020-06) · 308,260 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [11][3]
Front passenger seat belt buckle may separate (recall 16V-798) (2016–2017)
Safety recall- Generation:
- First generation (2010–2017) – 2016–2017
- Years:
- 2016–2017
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 16V-798 covers about 74,027 2016–2017 Volvos including the XC60, built February 2015 to August 2016, because the front passenger buckle stud may loosen and let the buckle separate from its bracket. Dealers inspect and replace the buckle as needed.
Symptoms
- Loose front passenger buckle
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 16V798000 (2016-11) · 74,027 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [12][3]
Driver seat side panel may release the belt attachment (recall 09V-445) (2010)
Safety recall- Generation:
- First generation (2010–2017) – 2010
- Years:
- 2010
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 09V-445 covers about 8,438 2010 XC60s because in some driver-side impacts the seat control side panel could release the seat belt attachment from the seat frame. Dealers modify the panel.
Symptoms
- None visible to the driver
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 09V445000 (2009-11) · 8,438 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [13][3]
Fuel line rail cover may not be attached (recall 09V-477) (2010)
Safety recall- Generation:
- First generation (2010–2017) – 2010
- Years:
- 2010
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 09V-477 covers about 5,253 2010 XC60s because the cover protecting the fuel lines under the car may not be properly attached, exposing the lines to damage. Dealers reattach it.
Symptoms
- Loose underbody panel
- Fuel smell
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask for the Volvo dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 09V477000 (2009-12) · 5,253 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [14][3]