2013 Volvo Xc60 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Volvo Xc60.

20122014
Complaints
80
per 10K Sold
40.5
US Sales
19,766
Crashes
1
Fires
4
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2013 Volvo Xc60 Problems

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

#126 complaints

Wipers & Visibility

Avg mileage:86,532 mi
#29 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:66,750 mi
Fires:1
#37 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:35,000 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Volvo Xc60.

Wipers & Visibility
26
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
86,532
Electrical Faults
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
66,750
Airbags
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
35,000
Body Structure
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
48,206
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2013 Volvo Xc60

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~308,276 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.

13V084000Equipment:other:labels
~7 affected

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S60 and XC60 vehicles, manufactured on January 7, 2013. The product identification labels were printed with the incorrect manufacture year. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification Regulation."

12V439000Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive
~9 affected

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S60 and XC60 vehicles. A manufacturing defect within the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) control unit may lead to an inadvertent deployment of the seat belt pretensioner and/or inflatable curtain.

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2013 Volvo Xc60 — FAQ

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

Is the 2013 Volvo Xc60 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2013 Volvo Xc60 has 80 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Wipers & Visibility with 26 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2013 Volvo Xc60?
Top reported problems: Wipers & Visibility (26 complaints, avg 86,532 mi); Electrical Faults (9 complaints, avg 66,750 mi); Airbags (7 complaints, avg 35,000 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 2013 Volvo Xc60?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 70,992 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2013 Volvo Xc60?
NHTSA complaints for the 2013 Volvo Xc60 include 1 crash-related reports, 4 fire reports, 1 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 2013 Volvo Xc60 have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 308,276 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 2013 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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