2026 Volvo Xc60phev problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Visibility/Wiper (1) · Vehicle Speed Control (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:electric:control Module:software 2025-06-12 · campaign 25V392000 · 11,469 vehicles
Defect: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 Volvo C40 BEV, 2025 EC40, 2023-2024 XC40 BEV, 2020-2026 XC90 PHEV, 2022-2026 XC60 PHEV, 2023-2025 S60 PHEV, 2024-2025 V60 PHEV, and 2025-2026 EX40 and 2025 S90 PHEV vehicles. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "B" mode or "One Pedal Drive," the vehicle may lose brake function.
Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to use "B" Mode (for plug-in hybrid vehicles) or "One Pedal Drive" (for pure electric vehicles) until the repair has been completed. The brake module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10329.
Service bulletins (71)
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 2026-09-24 · 37083.8.1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a technical journal: text plus 1 mp4 - not possible to go to drive mode after ers start. download software. please follow the advice under "service".
Exterior Lighting 2026-09-14 · 37426.2.0 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a tj text only no attachments. --- if the crystal gear shift knob light stays illuminated after the vehicle is locked and is not in active mode, a fix for this issue is introduced with software version 5.0.5.
Unknown Or Other 2026-07-28 · 37893.2.0 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a tj - text only - no attachments - if the software version displayed in the csd is not aligned with the actual software version installed in the vehicle (this may occur after a failed software download), and no total upgrade is available in vida, note! do not replace any parts. a software p
Unknown Or Other 2026-07-28 · 37231.1.1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a tj - text only no attachments - if the software version displayed in the csd is not aligned with the actual software version installed in the vehicle (this may occur after a failed software download), and no total upgrade is available in vida, note! do not replace any parts. a software pro
Exterior Lighting 2026-07-28 · 37631.3.0 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a tj - text only no attachments - if customer complains of a headlamp error message in dim, in combination with any of the dtcs stated below, follow advice under "service".
Unknown Or Other 2026-07-28 · 37618.3.6 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a tj - text - plus 2 instruction documents (tji's) - + 2 pdfs + how to find structure week + flow chart, 6 in all. if the check engine light is on in the dim and one or more of the dtcs listed below are set, please follow the advice under "service".
Showing the 6 most recent of 71 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-06-30 · Vehicle Speed Control“the vehicle suffered an incident of sudden unintended acceleration while slowly turning right, into a level parking space. drivers foot was on the brake, but the car suddenly accelerated and surged forward. the car did not stop, even with strong brake pressure, until it hit the curb and almost hit a pedestrian. we called sos to have volvo pick up…”
2025-11-05 · Visibility/Wiper“the side windows in the front and back seats are cloudy. when light hits the windows, visibility is greatly decreased. the company denies this is a defect and refuses to repair the issue. the problem occurs on all xc60 and xc90 models with the ultra trim package. …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.