2011 Volvo XC60

● Typical for this model
2011 Volvo XC60
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:38:19.056Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volvo XC60 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2011 highlighted. 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2010: 56 complaints 2011: 36 complaints 2011 2012: 46 complaints 2012 2013: 66 complaints 2014: 16 complaints 2015: 45 complaints 2015 2016: 38 complaints 2017: 14 complaints 2018: 36 complaints 2018 2019: 34 complaints 2020: 20 complaints 2021: 43 complaints 2021 2022: 67 complaints 2023: 48 complaints 2024: 22 complaints 2024 2025: 27 complaints 2025
2011: 36 complaints
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YearComplaints
20090
201056
201136
201246
201366
201416
201545
201638
201714
201836
201934
202020
202143
202267
202348
202422
202527

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SEAT BELTS 22%

22% of complaints: seat belts — 8 distinct reports on file.

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THE SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT DOES NOT STAY ON FOR 60 SECONDS WHEN THE SEAT BELT IS NOT FASTENED. THE DEALER SAID THAT THIS IS NORMAL FOR THE CAR. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20111024

VISIBILITY/WIPER 17%

17% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 6 distinct reports on file.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240205

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 17%

17% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.

STRUCTURE 8%

8% of complaints: structure — 3 distinct reports on file.

STEERING 8%

8% of complaints: steering — 3 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20101020 — air bags

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 S80, XC70, MODEL YEAR 2011 XC60 AND MODEL YEAR 2010 V70 VEHICLES. THERE MAY BE AN INTERMITTENT FAULT IN THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG CLOCKSPRING WIRING CONNECTO

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A METAL SHIM IN THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG CLOCKSPRING WIRING CONNECTOR. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 20, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTAC

Campaign 10V489000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20101213 — engine and engine cooling

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011, S80, S60, XC70 AND XC60 VEHICLES. THE SOFTWARE CALIBRATION FOR THE FUEL CUT-OFF FUNCTIONALITY IN THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) IS TOO SENSITIVE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE ECM AND TCM WITH NEW SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE DECEMBER 10, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552 OR AT CUSTOMER

Campaign 10V579000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20101223 — seats

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER FRONT PASSENGER SEATS. THE FRONT SEAT RAIL'S DETECTION SYSTEM WAS MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY AND MAY PERMIT THE PASSENGER TO FORWARD TH

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT POWER SEAT STOPS FOR BOTH FRONT SEATS FOR THE PRESENCE OF AN "END STOP" AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES AS NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 23, 201

Campaign 10V591000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20201210 — seat belts

Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.

Campaign 20V378000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2011 Volvo XC60 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 10V489000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V579000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V591000 (seats) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 20V378000 (seat belts) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

● 2019 ● 2018 ● 2016

WORST YEARS

◆ 2022 ◆ 2013 ● 2010

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FAQ

Is the 2011 Volvo XC60 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Volvo XC60 is rated "typical".

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

The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2011 Volvo XC60 have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.