2011 Volvo XC60 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XC60 years
- About as many complaints as other years 9th of 17 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 36 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Volvo XC60. That ranks 9th out of 17 XC60 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is seat belts (8 complaints, 22%), typically at around 49,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 36owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 Volvo XC60 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 8 | 22% | 49,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 6 | 17% | 54,963 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | 17% | 53,963 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 6 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 8% | 37,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 8% | 21,100 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 8% | 68,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 6% | 56,578 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 6% | 37,005 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 6% | 10,555 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 6% | 49,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 3% | 16,950 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 3% | 15,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 Volvo XC60 recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Seat belts:front
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Seats
Problem: Volvo is recalling certain passenger vehicles equipped with power front passenger seats. The front seat rail's detection system was manufactured incorrectly and may permit the passenger to forward the seat beyond the intended maximum.
Risk: Positioning of the seat beyond the intended maximum can cause increased risk of injury to the passenger in the event of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the front power seat stops for both front seats for the presence of an "end stop" and repair the vehicles as necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on december 23, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552 or at [email protected].
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011, s80, s60, xc70 and xc60 vehicles. The software calibration for the fuel cut-off functionality in the engine control module (ecm) is too sensitive.
Risk: Sudden engine stall could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the ecm and tcm with new software free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 10, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552 or at [email protected].
Air bags:frontal
Problem: Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 s80, xc70, model year 2011 xc60 and model year 2010 v70 vehicles. There may be an intermittent fault in the driver's airbag clockspring wiring connector for the supplemental restraint system.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the driver's frontal airbag may not deploy as intended or at all, and therefore will not be able to properly protect the driver, increasing the risk of injuries.
Fix: Dealers will install a metal shim in the driver's air bag clockspring wiring connector. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 20, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Windshield is original from Volvo but leaks during rain and car washes. Rain floods my driverâs side floor board and heavy enough might effect my electrical system.
The contact owns a 2011 Volvo XC60. The contact stated that the front driverâs side belt was restraining her extremely tightly and failed to release as needed. No warning light was illuminated. The contact also stated that water had leaked from around the windshield into the vehicle. The vehicle…
The contact owns a 2011 Volvo XC60. The contact stated that she noticed an oil leak underneath the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the turbo needed to be replaced. The…
The front passenger seat belt will not release without much difficultly. If the vehicle started on fire or went into water, the passenger would likely die. I contacted Volvo and they will not help other than charging over $800 to replace the seat belt.
Original OEM front windshield developed a leak causing water to start dripping onto my hands on the steering wheel and on my lap during a rainstorm. seems to be numerous accounts of the front windshield bonding failing, definitely can be hazardous when driving in an already higher-risk situation…
Other Volvo XC60 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 XC60 | 36 | 3 |
| 2024 XC60 | 24 | 2 |
| 2023 XC60 | 54 | 5 |
| 2022 XC60 | 74 | 6 |
| 2021 XC60 | 49 | 5 |
| 2020 XC60 | 22 | 6 |
| 2019 XC60 | 36 | 8 |
| 2018 XC60 | 36 | 5 |
| 2017 XC60 | 16 | 4 |
| 2016 XC60 | 38 | 3 |
| 2015 XC60 | 47 | 1 |
| 2014 XC60 | 16 | 2 |
| 2013 XC60 | 66 | 3 |
| 2012 XC60 | 46 | 3 |
| 2011 | 36 | 4 |
| 2010 XC60 | 56 | 7 |
| 2009 XC60 | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Volvo XC60?
Owners most often report seat belts, electrical system, unknown or other problems. The top one, seat belts, accounts for 8 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Volvo XC60?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 Volvo XC60 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XC60 model years, the 2011 has about as many complaints as a typical year, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.