2010 Volvo Xc60 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2010 Volvo Xc60.

< older2011
Complaints
79
per 10K Sold
65.7
US Sales
12,031
Crashes
5
Fires
3
Injuries
6
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2010 Volvo Xc60 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#111 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:94,421 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#27 complaints

Wipers & Visibility

Avg mileage:84,950 mi
#36 complaints

Body Structure

Avg mileage:101,298 mi
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2010 Volvo Xc60.

Electrical Faults
11
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
94,421
Wipers & Visibility
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
84,950
Body Structure
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
101,298
Airbags
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm):Software
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel Pump
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Frame And Members
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Side/Rear Glass
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2010 Volvo Xc60

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~315,738 vehicles.

20V378000Seat Belts:front
~308,260 affected

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.

10V591000Seats
~7,420 affected

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER FRONT PASSENGER SEATS. THE FRONT SEAT RAIL'S DETECTION SYSTEM WAS MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY AND MAY PERMIT THE PASSENGER TO FORWARD THE SEAT BEYOND THE INTENDED MAXIMUM.

10V564000Airbags
~58 affected

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 XC60 VEHICLES. THE CURTAIN AIR BAGS MAY HAVE BEEN MIS-ASSEMBLED DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS. THIS MAY CAUSE AN AIR BAG TO NOT DEPLOY OR NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED.

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2010 Volvo Xc60 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2010 Volvo Xc60 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2010 Volvo Xc60 has 79 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2010 Volvo Xc60?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (11 complaints, avg 94,421 mi); Wipers & Visibility (7 complaints, avg 84,950 mi); Body Structure (6 complaints, avg 101,298 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2010 Volvo Xc60?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 93,378 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2010 Volvo Xc60?
NHTSA complaints for the 2010 Volvo Xc60 include 5 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 6 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2010 Volvo Xc60 have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 315,738 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2010 Volvo Xc60?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Volvo Xc60 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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