Volvo XC60 Recalls (2021-2025)
Every recall for model year 2021 and newer · Safety warnings · California lemon law
The 2021-2025 Volvo XC60 has 11 recall campaigns for model year 2021 and newer, 0 with a do-not-drive warning, 0 with a park-outside fire warning, and 0 where NHTSA’s filing shows an interim notice or no final fix. Most involve rearview camera (2), brakes (2), body, doors and seats (1). Check your VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup, and if your XC60 keeps going back to the dealer for the same problem, it may qualify under California’s lemon law.
What recalls does the Volvo XC60 have?
- 2021-2025 Volvo XC40 Backup Camera Software Recall (25V908) Repeat recall
December 23, 2025 · 413,151 vehicles · Rearview CameraThe rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.
- 2025 Volvo XC60 Seat Fastener Recall (25V818)
November 25, 2025 · 3 vehicles · Body, Doors and SeatsThe front seat bolts may have been improperly tightened, resulting in loose bolts.
Risk: A seat with loose bolts may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will tighten the front seat bolts, free of charge.
- 2021-2025 Volvo XC40 Backup Camera Software Recall (25V282)
May 8, 2025 · 413,151 vehicles · Rearview CameraThe rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.
- 2021 Volvo S90 High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V179)
March 24, 2025 · 7,483 vehicles · EV and Hybrid BatteryThe high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked.
Risk: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy has been completed.
- 2023 Volvo S60 Electrical Recall (23V188)
March 22, 2023 · 393 vehicles · Electrical SystemA diagnostic trouble code (DTC) may be falsely detected for the emergency call system (e-call) and display "e-Call Service Required" in the driver information module (DIM).
Risk: The false warning message could prevent the detection of an actual e-call system failure, which could delay an emergency response during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will update the telematics and connectivity antenna module (TCAM) software, free of charge.
- 2023 Volvo S60 Brake Recall (23V012)
January 19, 2023 · 27,457 vehicles · BrakesA diagnostic error in the Brake Control Module 2 (BCM2) may cause a loss of Antilock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and traction control.
Risk: A reduction in brake support functions can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will release an over-the-air (OTA) BCM2 software update, free of charge.
- 2021-2022 Volvo V60CC Steering Recall (23V001)
January 5, 2023 · 74 vehicles · SteeringDuring 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.
Risk: A screw inside the gearbox housing can cause the steering wheel to lock up and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge.
- 2022-2023 Volvo S60 Engine Control Module Recall (22V793)
October 20, 2022 · 15,674 vehicles · EngineAn electronic control module (ECM) software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk: The vehicle may lose drive power as the high voltage battery is depleted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the ECM software, free of charge.
- 2021 Volvo S90 Antilock Brake Recall (21V716)
September 15, 2021 · 9 vehicles · BrakesAn improperly welded rotor and shaft may separate within the integrated brake system.
Risk: Separation of the rotor and shaft may cause a reduction in braking assistance and a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC), increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the hydraulic unit, free of charge.
- 2021 Volvo XC40 Seat Belt Retractor Recall (21V682)
September 1, 2021 · 19,149 vehicles · Seat BeltsThe seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.
- 2021 Volvo V60 Air Bag Control Module Recall (21V001)
January 7, 2021 · 2,883 vehicles · Air BagsThe Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) control unit may not have been properly attached to the car body and may detach during a crash.
Risk: A detached SRS control unit can decrease the performance of occupant protection systems such as air bags, seat belts, and high voltage battery disconnect, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the SRS control unit mounting screws, free of charge.
Which XC60 parts are recalled most?
| Recall area | Campaigns | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| Rearview Camera | 2 | 826,302 |
| Brakes | 2 | 27,466 |
| Body, Doors and Seats | 1 | 3 |
| EV and Hybrid Battery | 1 | 7,483 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 393 |
| Steering | 1 | 74 |
| Engine | 1 | 15,674 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 19,149 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 2,883 |
Which XC60 model years have the most recalls?
| Model year | Recalls | Campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5 | 25V179000 (ev and hybrid battery), 23V001000 (steering), 21V716000 (brakes), 21V682000 (seat belts), 21V001000 (air bags) |
| 2022 | 6 | 25V908000 (rearview camera), 25V282000 (rearview camera), 25V179000 (ev and hybrid battery), 23V001000 (steering), 22V793000 (engine), 21V682000 (seat belts) |
| 2023 | 5 | 25V908000 (rearview camera), 25V282000 (rearview camera), 23V188000 (electrical system), 23V012000 (brakes), 22V793000 (engine) |
| 2024 | 2 | 25V908000 (rearview camera), 25V282000 (rearview camera) |
| 2025 | 3 | 25V908000 (rearview camera), 25V818000 (body, doors and seats), 25V282000 (rearview camera) |
How do I check my XC60 for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 11 Volvo XC60 campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Volvo dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.
What are XC60 owners reporting?
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.
| Model year | Complaints | Most reported components |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 48 | Electrical System (14), Unknown Or Other (11), Service Brakes (9) |
| 2022 | 74 | Electrical System (32), Unknown Or Other (13), Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings (7) |
| 2023 | 54 | Electrical System (21), Unknown Or Other (11), Service Brakes (9) |
| 2024 | 23 | Electrical System (7), Unknown Or Other (3), Service Brakes (3) |
| 2025 | 35 | Electrical System (10), Visibility/Wiper (6), Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera (5) |
Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):
The USB ports under the center console malfunction frequently. The main, top engine mount disintegrated and needed to be replaced under 50,000 miles. The rear seat seatbelts come loose and sag easily. They do not retract automatically. The rubber stripping, where the door jamb is, comes off.
2021 VOLVO XC60 owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11707518
Exiting a parking lot, attempting to break. The plastic break pedal cover fell off and was unable to break in time to avoid a front end accident.
2021 VOLVO XC60 owner, Unknown Or Other, NHTSA complaint 11722722
Manufacturer Recall NumberR10320 NHTSA Recall Number25V282 the recall for "Camera is Temporarily Not Available" was preformed at dealer on Monday 7/14/2025 today the same message appear on the display screen when I went to backup in a parking lot. Software version shows it as unto date in settings 3.7.
2022 VOLVO XC60 owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11674057
Can a recall make your XC60 a lemon in California?
Owners of a Volvo XC60 often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
1 of the 11 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 2 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.
Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.
More Volvo XC60 lemon law pages
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Other Volvo models with recalls
- C40BEV: 6 recalls
- EC40: 3 recalls
- EX30: 3 recalls
- EX30CC: 1 recall
- EX40: 3 recalls
- EX90: 3 recalls
- S60: 8 recalls
- S60PHEV: 1 recall
- S90: 6 recalls
- S90PHEV: 1 recall
- V60: 7 recalls
- V60CC: 7 recalls
- V60CCMHEV: 1 recall
- V60PHEV: 1 recall
- V90: 5 recalls
- V90CC: 5 recalls
- V90CCMHEV: 1 recall
- VN: 18 recalls
- Vah: 9 recalls
- Vhd: 18 recalls
- Vnl: 18 recalls
- Vnl (4): 19 recalls
- Vnr: 13 recalls
- Vnr (4): 9 recalls
- Vnre (electric): 7 recalls
- XC40: 9 recalls
- XC40BEV: 2 recalls
- XC60: 11 recalls
- XC60MHEV: 2 recalls
- XC60PHEV: 1 recall
- XC90: 11 recalls
- XC90MHEV: 1 recall
- XC90PHEV: 1 recall
Frequently asked questions about Volvo XC60 recalls
How many recalls does the Volvo XC60 have?
NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns for 2021 and newer Volvo XC60 vehicles as of October 1, 2026. The newest is 25V908000, filed December 23, 2025.
How do I check my Volvo XC60 for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any authorized dealer to run it. Not every vehicle of a model year is included in each recall.
Are recall repairs free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. Ask the dealer to confirm before work begins.
Can I get a buyback for my Volvo XC60?
Possibly, if a covered defect was not fixed in a reasonable number of attempts or the vehicle spent a long time out of service. A recall alone is not enough, but repeat repairs or a failed recall fix can support a claim.
Sources
- NHTSA recalls
- NHTSA recall and complaint data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.22
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