repaired · 2026 Q3
Propulsion system: traction battery
Risk. A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
2021 Volvo XC60Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 50 owner complaints about the 2021 Volvo XC60, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-179 the manufacturer reports only 86% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 28, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Volvo XC60 has problems
50 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
15Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
9Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
7Lane departure
7Engine
7Steering
6Fuel/propulsion system
6Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
2Visibility/wiper
2Latches/locks/linkages
118 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 15 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 9 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 7 | 0 |
| Engine | 7 | 0 |
| Steering | 7 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 6 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 0 |
| 8 other systems | 11 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2021 Volvo XC60 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Steering
Risk. A screw inside the gearbox housing can cause the steering wheel to lock up and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Service brakes, hydraulic
Risk. Separation of the rotor and shaft may cause a reduction in braking assistance and a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control…
repaired · 2023 Q3
Seat belts
Risk. An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
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repaired · 2022 Q4
Air bags
Risk. A detached SRS control unit can decrease the performance of occupant protection systems such as air bags, seat belts, and high voltage battery disconnect,…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Volvo.
Best & worst years
2021 vs. every other XC60 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the XC60 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2021 Volvo XC60, and the recalls they led to.
- Pedestrian alert soundsLed to recall 22V-063
In owners' words
What XC60 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The vehicle is experiencing repeated, unpredictable engine stalling while in motion and under active acceleration. The engine cuts out completely within 15–30 seconds or after several minutes of driving, without displaying any check-engine lights or diagnostic warning messages. This presents an…
The air conditioning system in my 2021 Volvo XC60 failed, blowing hot air instead of cold. A Volvo dealer diagnosed the cause as a failed A/C evaporator core and quoted $7,800 to replace it. Volvo Cars North America has declined to provide any goodwill assistance despite this being a widely…
My SUV has a had the check engine light on from a failed battery cell for my 2021 grey Volvo XC60 recharge (VIN [XXX]). I have been without the electric functionality (to charge the hybrid car or use electric power) since mid December and waiting on a warranty part since Dec. 23, 2025. I have been…
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