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2019 Volvo XC60 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Worth extra scrutiny

The 2019 Volvo XC60 sits mid-pack among XC60 years: 62 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 55, with 8 recalls and one closed investigation.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (11), brakes (8), and driver assistance (5), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

62

NHTSA complaints

8

Recalls

1

Investigations

9

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

8

Injuries

0

Deaths

NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other XC60 years?

See all XC60 years to avoid →

What are the most common 2019 Volvo XC60 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1118%
Brakes813%
Other58%
Driver Assistance58%
Steering58%
Speed Control46%
Body & Structure46%
Airbags35%
Engine35%
Suspension35%
Lighting23%
Fuel System23%
Transmission23%
Tires & Wheels23%
Seat Belts23%
Latches & Locks12%

Does the 2019 Volvo XC60 have recalls?

8 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V001000SteeringJanuary 5, 2023 · 74 units

Defect

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2022 V60CC, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. During steering gear assembly, double screws may have been assembled on top of each other, which can cause a screw to fall into the gearbox housing.

Consequence

A screw inside the gearbox housing can cause the steering wheel to lock up and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10213.

21V414000Electrical SystemJune 2, 2021 · 85,550 units

Defect

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2020 V90, XC60, S60, V60, V60CC, S90, V90CC, S90L, and XC90 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail.

Consequence

Failure of the low-pressure fuel pump can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10100.

20V503000Visibility & WipersAugust 25, 2020 · 87,226 units

Defect

Volvo Car of N.A., LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2018-2020 XC60 vehicles. The nuts that secure the front wipers may not have been sufficiently tightened, possibly causing the wipers to not function properly.

Consequence

The risk of the front wiper arms nut fixation to loosen and not holding the arm in correct position, the wiper function could be reduced and vision could be impaired, thus increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the nuts holding the front windshield wiper arms in position, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10044.

20V144000Driver AssistanceMarch 12, 2020 · 121,605 units

Defect

Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.

Consequence

If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R29998.

19V220000SeatsMarch 20, 2019 · 2,297 units

Defect

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 XC60 and S90 vehicles. The driver and passenger front seat rail rear flange nuts may not have been installed during assembly.

Consequence

If the nuts are missing, in the event of a crash, the front seat structure and position may be affected, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat rails for missing flange nuts, installing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R19931.

19V046000Body & StructureJanuary 18, 2019 · 45,990 units

Defect

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volvo XC60 vehicles. Under certain conditions and cold temperatures, the tailgate lifting arms may freeze which may cause the lifting arms to separate from the vehicle.

Consequence

If the tailgate lifting arms separate, the arms could project rearward with significant force, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Volvo has notified owners, and dealers will replace the tailgate lift arms with an improved designed, free of charge. The recall began May 14, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89910.

18V800000Electrical SystemNovember 13, 2018 · 17,548 units

Defect

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have an error causing the Telematics and Driver Support Systems to function improperly. As a result, the GPS will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.

Consequence

If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39917.

18V589000Electrical SystemSeptember 5, 2018 · 172 units

Defect

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo XC60 hybrid electric vehicles, equipped with certain AeroVironment electric vehicle TurboCord and TurboDock/TurboDX charging systems. Capacitors within these charging systems may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.

Consequence

An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charge cord, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39901. Note: Owners are advised not to use the charging cord until it is inspected.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

SAFETY ISSUE THE AUTO-HOLD BRAKE FUNCTION MALFUNCTIONED. I AM USING THIS FEATURE A LOT. WHEN ENTERING A PAID PARKING GARAGE THE CAR STOPPED CORRECTLY BEFORE THE GATE . BUT WHEN OPENING THE DOOR AND UNBUCKLING THE DRIVER'S BELT THE SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED- INSTEAD OF ENTERING AUTO PARKING MODE AND BE…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 22, 2019 · crash

VEHICLE WAS IN THE HOLD POSITION, AS I WAS COMPLETING A TRANSACTION AT MY PNC BANK DRIVE UP. UPON LEAVING MY FOOT TORCHED THE ACCELERATOR LIGHTLY.SUDDENLY THE CAR STARTED TO ACCELERATE AT A VERY HIGH SPEED. I BRAKED BUT COULD NOT STOP. YOU COULD HEAR THE ENGINE REVVING. I CHOOSE TO HIT A LARGE TREE…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 21, 2019 · crash

Any switch on the right side of the steering wheel - Up/down/Left/Right/Center switches not functioning or intermittently functioning. It is available for inspection upon request As the buttons are not warning, any signs or anything which comes on the center display cannot be removed or moved The…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · September 11, 2023

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 VOLVO XC60 HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH THE VEHICLE AHEAD SUDDENLY STOPPED AND THE AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM DID NOT ACTIVATE CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A SECOND VEHICLE. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. A POLICE REPORT WAS…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · February 22, 2020 · crash

On 9/1/25 while driving 25 mph in the neighborhood the car started shifting very hard. Upon getting back in the driveway and put in park all dashboard light came on. Car would not leave park, parking brake would not work. Windows would not roll down, dash would not turn on, car would not turn off.…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 1, 2025

2019 Volvo XC60 — common questions

Is the 2019 Volvo XC60 reliable?

It is close to typical for the XC60: 62 NHTSA complaints, 8 recalls, and 1 investigation on file.

What are the most common 2019 XC60 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (11 complaints), brakes (8 complaints), driver assistance (5 complaints).

Does the 2019 Volvo XC60 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 Volvo XC60. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2019 Volvo XC60 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Volvo XC60 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the XC60 years to avoid are 2022. The cleanest record among XC60 years belongs to 2009.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.