2022 Volvo Xc60 Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Volvo Xc60.

20212023
Complaints
108
per 10K Sold
29.9
US Sales
36,181
Crashes
6
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
6

Worst 2022 Volvo Xc60 Problems

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

#126 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:1,500 mi
#27 complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings

Crash-related:2
#36 complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking

Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Volvo Xc60.

Electrical Faults
26
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
1,500
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Adas:Driver Monitoring:Software
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Body Control Module:Software
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Front:Warning Light/Devices
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Tread/Belt
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2022 Volvo Xc60

6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~868,682 vehicles.

25V908000Back Over Prevention:software
~413,151 affected

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

25V282000Back Over Prevention:software
~413,151 affected

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

25V179000Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery · Electrical System:software
~7,483 affected

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2020-2021 S90, 2020-2022 S60, V60, XC60, XC90, and 2022 V90 plug-in hybrid vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked.

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.

22V793000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:engine Control Module (ecu/ecm)
~15,674 affected

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S60, V60, S90L, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An electronic control module (ECM) software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting, causing a loss of drive power.

21V682000Seat Belts:rear/other:retractor · Seat Belts:front:retractor · Seat Belts
~19,149 affected

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 XC40, XC 40 Recharge, V60CC, V90, V90CC, XC90, and 2021-2022 V60, XC60, S60 vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

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2022 Volvo Xc60 — FAQ

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

Is the 2022 Volvo Xc60 reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2022 Volvo Xc60 has 108 NHTSA complaints, 6 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 26 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Volvo Xc60?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (26 complaints, avg 1,500 mi); Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings (7 complaints); Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking (6 complaints). 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 2022 Volvo Xc60?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 1,500 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2022 Volvo Xc60?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Volvo Xc60 include 6 crash-related reports, 0 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 2022 Volvo Xc60 have any recalls?
Yes — 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 868,682 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 2022 Volvo Xc60?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

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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