2019 Volvo Xc60 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Volvo Xc60.

20182020
Complaints
62
per 10K Sold
20.3
US Sales
30,578
Crashes
9
Fires
0
Injuries
8
Fatalities
Recalls
8

Worst 2019 Volvo Xc60 Problems

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

#111 complaints

Electrical Faults

Crash-related:1
#28 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:4,250 mi
Crash-related:2
#35 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:6,500 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Volvo Xc60.

Electrical Faults
11
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
8
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
4,250
Steering Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
6,500
Body Structure
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Volvo Xc60

8 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~360,462 vehicles.

23V001000Steering
~74 affected

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2022 V60CC, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. During steering gear assembly, double screws may have been assembled on top of each other, which can cause a screw to fall into the gearbox housing.

21V414000Wiring & Fuses · Fuel Pump
~85,550 affected

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2020 V90, XC60, S60, V60, V60CC, S90, V90CC, S90L, and XC90 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail.

20V503000Wipers & Visibility · Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:linkages
~87,226 affected

Volvo Car of N.A., LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2018-2020 XC60 vehicles. The nuts that secure the front wipers may not have been sufficiently tightened, possibly causing the wipers to not function properly.

20V144000Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking · Forward Collision Avoidance:software:pedestrian/cyclist/object/obstacle/ Recognition
~121,605 affected

Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.

19V220000Seats
~2,297 affected

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 XC60 and S90 vehicles. The driver and passenger front seat rail rear flange nuts may not have been installed during assembly.

19V046000Structure:body:tailgate
~45,990 affected

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volvo XC60 vehicles. Under certain conditions and cold temperatures, the tailgate lifting arms may freeze which may cause the lifting arms to separate from the vehicle.

18V800000Electrical System:software
~17,548 affected

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have an error causing the Telematics and Driver Support Systems to function improperly. As a result, the GPS will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.

18V589000Equipment:electrical
~172 affected

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo XC60 hybrid electric vehicles, equipped with certain AeroVironment electric vehicle TurboCord and TurboDock/TurboDX charging systems. Capacitors within these charging systems may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.

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2019 Volvo Xc60 — FAQ

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

Is the 2019 Volvo Xc60 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2019 Volvo Xc60 has 62 NHTSA complaints, 9 crash-related, and 8 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Volvo Xc60?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (11 complaints); Brakes (8 complaints, avg 4,250 mi); Steering Defects (5 complaints, avg 6,500 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 2019 Volvo Xc60?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 5,115 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Volvo Xc60?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Volvo Xc60 include 9 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 8 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 2019 Volvo Xc60 have any recalls?
Yes — 8 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 360,462 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 2019 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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