2013 Volvo XC60 problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 46 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Volvo XC60, most often about visibility & wipers. There are 3 recalls for this model year.

Complaints
46
Recalls
3
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Median mileage
82,000 mi
at time of problem

Key facts

  • Visibility & Wipers is the most-reported problem area, named in 25 of 46 complaints (54%).
  • Electrical System (7) and airbags (4) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 82,000 mi.
  • Owners reported 1 crash, 1 fire and 0 injuries.
  • The 2013 Volvo XC60 has 3 recalls on file.
  • It ranks 6th of 16 Volvo XC60 model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
  • That is 64% more complaints than the 2012 model year (28).

2013 Volvo XC60 problems by category

  • Visibility & Wipers
    25 complaints
  • Other / Unknown
    10 complaints
  • Electrical System
    7 complaints
  • Airbags · 1 crash
    4 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    3 complaints
  • Engine
    2 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    2 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    1 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    1 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    1 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    1 complaints

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Visibility/wiper23
Unknown or other10
Electrical system7
Air bags4
Structure:body3
Engine2
Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking2
Visibility:windshield2

When problems happen (mileage)

Under 10k10k–30k530k–60k460k–100k5100k–150k1150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2013 Volvo XC60 complaints that list mileage.

2013 Volvo XC60 recalls (3)

  • Recall 20V378000Jun 30, 2020308,260 vehicles
    SEAT BELTS:FRONT

    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.

    Risk: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

    Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.

  • Recall 13V084000Mar 5, 20137 vehicles
    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    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."

    Risk: With an incorrect date of manufacture on the certification label, the vehicle owner may not be to determine if they are affected by future vehicle recalls, increasing their risk of a crash of injury.

    Remedy: Volvo has quarantined the affected vehicles and will install correct labels prior to sale. The recall began during March 2013. Owner notification letters will not be sent.

  • Recall 12V439000Sep 10, 20129 vehicles
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

    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.

    Risk: If the seat belt pretensioner and/or inflatable side curtain deploy without cause, the driver could be distracted and the driver's visibility could be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: These vehicles have not been sold and the SRS control unit will be replaced prior to the cars being sold. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Recent 2013 Volvo XC60 complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Jun 18, 2026FLVisibility & Wipers
    Windshield leaks water into cabin. Volvo dealership charged $190 to diagnose problem. Told me I need a new windshield but they do not do glass replacement or repairs. They said sealant is bad at top of windshield. This is the original factory windshield. They referred me to a independent glass company who quoted $900 - $1285 for replacement. Cannot repair only install new windshield. This seems to be a known problem with Volvo cars and the sealant that was used at factory?…
    NHTSA complaint #11744958 · source
  2. Filed Jun 17, 2025LABody & Structure
    Factory installed windshield is leaking profusely due to faulty adhesive/primer. This is a well known issue that causes havoc on vital electronic systems and should be a national recall. The loose windshield bond can cause the windshield to detach during a crash. The failed windshield bond compromises the structural integrity of the roof.
    NHTSA complaint #11667548 · source
  3. Filed May 6, 2025NMCrashTowedAirbags
    "During airbag deployment, the driver’s hand was burned with blistering. I believe hot gas or chemicals vented abnormally. This caused a painful injury requiring treatment."
    NHTSA complaint #11659242 · source
  4. Filed Dec 14, 2024ORVisibility & Wipers
    Faulty seal in OEM windshield sealant/silicone causing water to leak on the inside of car, headliner, and inner windshield. Can cause visibility issues and mildew.
    NHTSA complaint #11630743 · source
  5. Filed Nov 28, 2024GAVisibility & Wipers
    The windshield has come loose at the top allowing water to get into the vehicle when it rains. Water pools on the floor of driver’s side, the headliner gets wet, and the interior smells moldy.
    NHTSA complaint #11627848 · source
  6. Filed Aug 8, 2024VAElectrical System
    The component or system that failed is the driver side door controls for all four windows and both side mirrors. My safety is at risk as I am unable to adjust my mirrors manually or electronically in order to see. I am also unable to roll down any of the windows in the vehicle from the driver door in the event of an emergency. Yes, the problem has been confirmed by the Volvo service center. According to my local Volvo service center, this is a common problem in Volvos and…
    NHTSA complaint #11607357 · source
  7. Filed Jun 21, 2024CADriver Assistance & Safety Tech
    The car came to a complete stop without a reason. This happened while exiting the freeway and no cars or objects were in front of me. I was very lucky that I did not have a car behind me or this would have caused a collision. After the car stopped the message "auto braking by City Safety" appeared on my dashboard
    NHTSA complaint #11595702 · source
  8. Filed Jun 21, 2024CADriver Assistance & Safety Tech
    The vehicle came to a stop in two different occasions (6 months apart) without a reason. The first occasion was while exiting the freeway, there was no car or object in front of me. The second time I had gone over a manhole and the car screeched to a halt on a city street. I was very fortunate that in both occasions I did not have a car behind me or this malfunction would have caused a collision. After the car stopped I was able to continue driving. After the car stopped the…
    NHTSA complaint #11595698 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 10, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology