2001 Volvo WXR Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other WXR years
- Not enough data 2nd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Volvo WXR. That ranks 2nd out of 7 WXR model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is visibility (6 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 6owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Volvo WXR problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 6 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2001 Volvo WXR recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Volvo WXR.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Windshield wiper (EA01016) — opened Aug 29, 2001, closed Jul 30, 2002.
- Windshield wiper (PE01012) — opened Apr 13, 2001, closed Aug 29, 2001.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The windshield wiper assembly will not function due to poor design of the pivot/bracket assembly, the unit will bend easily under any resistance, the material used is weak and flimsy, this happens to the right side of the wiper assembly causing poor visibility, all trucks are right side drive. *mjs
The windshield wiper assembly will not function due to poor design of the pivot/bracket assembly, the unit will bend easily under any resistance, the material used is weak and flimsy, this happens to the right side of the wiper assembly causing poor visibility, all trucks are right side drive. *mjs
The windshield wiper assembly will not function due to poor design of the pivot/bracket assembly, the unit will bend easily under any resistance, the material used is weak and flimsy, this happens to the right side of the wiper assembly causing poor visibility, all trucks are right side drive. *mjs
The windshield wiper assembly will not function due to poor design of the pivot/bracket assembly, the unit will bend easily under any resistance, the material used is weak and flimsy, this happens to the right side of the wiper assembly causing poor visibility, all trucks are right side drive. *mjs
The windshield wiper assembly will not function due to poor design of the pivot/bracket assembly, the unit will bend easily under any resistance, the material used is weak and flimsy, this happens to the right side of the wiper assembly causing poor visibility, all trucks are right side drive. *mjs
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Volvo WXR?
Owners most often report visibility problems. The top one, visibility, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Volvo WXR?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2001 Volvo WXR a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other WXR model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.