2017 Volvo XC60

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2017 Volvo XC60
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:07:34.964Z

Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2017: 14 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2009	0
2010	56
2011	36
2012	46
2013	66
2014	16
2015	45
2016	38
2017	14
2018	36
2019	34
2020	20
2021	43
2022	67
2023	48
2024	22
2025	27

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

5 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system.

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The support battery for start/stop started to show on the dash and tells me that service is required about 2 weeks ago. "THE LOCATION OF THE BATTERY IS MY CONCERN".

NHTSA ODI report, 20240219

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

3 of 14 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 14 total reports mention: power train.

ENGINE

2 of 14 total reports mention: engine.

AIR BAGS

2 of 14 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY

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I WAS T-BONED BY ANOTHER SUV IN THE DRIVER'S DOOR, DAMAGING FRONT & REAR DOORS, FRONT PANEL AND BACK PANEL. MY CAR WAS STOPPED GETTING READY TO MAKE A LEFT TURN AND THE OTHER VEHICLE STOMPED THE GAS TO MAKE A LEFT TURN AND HIT ME DIRECTLY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190903

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20161216 — seat belts

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles manufactured February 16, 2015, to August 22, 2016.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt buckle stud, replacing the seat belt buckle as needed, free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552.

Campaign 16V798000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20170213 — air bags

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2017 S60 and S60 Cross Country, V60 and V60 Cross Country, and XC60 vehicles manufactured August 16, 2016, through October 21, 2016.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front seat side air bags, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on February 13, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552.

Campaign 16V918000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20170421 — air bags

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 S60, S60CC, V60, V60 Cross Country, and XC60 vehicles.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front seat side air bags, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552.

Campaign 17V127000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20181226 — electrical system

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.

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.

Campaign 18V800000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2017 Volvo XC60 — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 16V798000 (seat belts) has been completed.
Verify recall 16V918000 (air bags) has been completed.
Verify recall 17V127000 (air bags) has been completed.
Verify recall 18V800000 (electrical system) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

● 2019 ● 2011 ● 2018

WORST YEARS

◆ 2022 ◆ 2013 ● 2010

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FAQ

Is the 2017 Volvo XC60 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Volvo XC60?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 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.