Volvo XC60 Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Volvo XC60 model year (2010–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Volvo XC60 Years to Avoid
4 recalls · 69 complaints
4 reported injuries
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 89
5 recalls · 36 complaints
9 reported injuries
Top issue: SERVICE BRAKES
Problem score: 69
1 recall · 43 complaints
11 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 68
Best Volvo XC60 Years to Buy
1 recall · 9 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 16
2 recalls · 11 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 17
1 recall · 16 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 19
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Volvo XC60 — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 2 | 31 | 6 | — | 49 | Caution |
| 2024 | 1 | 16 | — | — | 19 | Good |
| 2023 | 2 | 54 | — | — | 60 | Avoid |
| 2022 | 4 | 69 | 4 | — | 89 | Avoid |
| 2021 | 2 | 36 | 5 | — | 52 | Caution |
| 2020 | 3 | 20 | 2 | — | 33 | Caution |
| 2019 | 5 | 36 | 9 | — | 69 | Avoid |
| 2018 | 3 | 25 | 9 | — | 52 | Caution |
| 2017 | 2 | 11 | — | — | 17 | Good |
| 2016 | 2 | 21 | — | — | 27 | Good |
| 2015 | 1 | 43 | 11 | — | 68 | Avoid |
| 2014 | 1 | 9 | 2 | — | 16 | Good |
| 2013 | 2 | 43 | — | — | 49 | Caution |
| 2012 | 2 | 23 | 1 | — | 31 | Good |
| 2011 | 2 | 25 | — | — | 31 | Good |
| 2010 | 5 | 36 | — | — | 51 | Caution |
All 17 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Volvo XC60 Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent XC60 models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2014Mid-decade XC60 units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2014 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder XC60 models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year XC60 should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2022 Volvo XC60 if possible. It has 4 recalls, 69 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 89 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year XC60 to buy?+
The 2014 Volvo XC60 is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 16. It has only 1 recall and 9 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which XC60 has the fewest problems?+
The 2014, 2017, 2024 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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