2015 Volvo Xc60 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (6) · Electrical System (6) · Wheels (3)
🧭 Reliability snapshot
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
29 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (1)
Seat Belts:front 2020-06-30 · campaign 20V378000 · 308,260 vehicles
Defect: 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. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.
Risk: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Service bulletins (334)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Engine 2026-04-23 · 35526.1.8 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a technical journal: text plus 2 pdfs and 1 .png oil consumption test. perform the test. follow service procedure description and service sections updated to clarify that vehicle reports are not required.
Unknown Or Other 2026-04-07 · 37809.1.1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a tj text only - the purpose of this tj is to be a master reference list to easily identify any components that are on prior approval. this tj will be regularily updated as items are added or removed from prior approval. current items under prior approval are listed in the "service" sec
Unknown Or Other 2025-12-11 · 37536 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a tj text, only no attachments - if the real time traffic information (rtti) does not work in sensus connect vehicle, follow advice under "service". this technical journal is only valid for vehicles with vdn: vi07 traffic information rtti + tmc p
Unknown Or Other 2025-12-06 · 19245 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a technical journal. vehicle type and platform identification.
Exterior Lighting 2025-04-10 · 8501 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a technical journal: remote connection, bomgar application. before joining a remote session: •connect a suitable battery maintainer/charger and verify that the battery voltage indicated in vida is between 12.5v and 14.9v. •connect to the vehicle over a wired connection using a voe
Unknown Or Other 2025-02-21 · S10303 · Service Campaign
volvo cars usa llc and volvo car canada ltd on behalf of the volvo car corporation has decided to launch service action s10303 on certain model year 2025 ex90 vehicles. volvo car investigations have identified that there is a pairing issue with the key fob. as a result, there is a possibil
Showing the 6 most recent of 334 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-08-06 · Structure:body · 💥 crash“the vehicle's supplemental restraint system (srs) safety network experienced a total electrical blackout, resulting in complete airbag non-deployment during a severe unibody-deforming hit-and-run collision. the vehicle was stationary when a high-speed car rammed the passenger side and front profile. kinetic forces split the cast aluminum steering r…”
2026-07-17 · Engine“engine blew up while my daughter was driving due to excessive oil consumption. issue known by volvo but we bought the car in 2023 and the 8year warranty recall was just about to expire and we knew nothing about it. very dangerous …”
2026-01-05 · Vehicle Speed Control“component/system that failed: the engine (t5 drive-e) experienced sudden loss of propulsion and entered reduced engine performance mode. the vehicle is currently available for inspection and was towed to an authorized volvo dealer following the incident. how safety was put at risk: on july 3, 2025, while driving approximately 75 mph on a crowded i…”
2025-09-01 · Power Train“the vehicle shakes and engine abruptly shuts off even after a new tune up…”
2025-07-28 · Fuel/Propulsion System“02/15/2025 i received a letter for oil consumption recall that was dated on 02/03/2023. appointment was made same day i received the letter on 02/15/2023 and appointment couldnt be set sooner then 02/23/2023 which is the date the oil consumption was done at volvo of bellevue. they changed the oil and sealed it and had me drive it 1000 miles, they s…”
2025-06-10 · Equipment:emergency:fire Supression · 108,000 mi · 🔥 fire“the contact owned a 2015 volvo xc60. the contact stated that while driving on a main road at 25 mph, when a message was displayed on the instrument panel that stated "engine performance degraded" and the vehicle experienced a significant reduction in automotive power, the contact proceeded to pull over and a few moments later smoke was emitted from…”
2025-05-04 · Engine“my engine always continues to break down even after changing engine twice.…”
2025-02-03 · Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness“chest clip is magnetized to assist with closing the clip - my clip does not stay latched shut, pops open at a slight push. i have another one of these seats, manufactured at a later date, and the chest clip needs the buttons pushed to open, so i know this is incorrect. chicco does not feel the need to replace the seat, said they will send me a ne…”
2024-12-05 · Equipment · 111,000 mi“the contact owns a 2015 volvo xc60. the contact stated that every three weeks an oil change was performed on the vehicle. the contact stated that low oil level or oil empty messages were displayed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who confirmed that the vehicle was consuming 15-quarts of engine oil every 6,000 miles driven. the dealer determined…”
2024-08-17 · Engine“volvo mechanics claim the engine seized due to alternator pulley failure, however, at the time of the event, the engine showed no oil on the dipstick despite having added multiple quarts of oil over the last three months. volvo has issued an extended warranty letter to customers due to excessive oil consumption, but volvo failed to provide this le…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.