2013 Volvo XC60 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XC60 years
- More complaints than other years 2nd of 17 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 66 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Volvo XC60. That ranks 2nd out of 17 XC60 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is visibility/wiper (27 complaints, 41%), typically at around 84,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 fires, 1 injury. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 66owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 27 | 41% | 84,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 15 | 23% | 51,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 9 | 14% | 59,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 7 | 11% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 5 | 8% | 47,850 | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 5% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 3% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 3% | 39,500 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 2% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 2% | 9,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 2% | 78,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 2% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 2% | 48,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 Volvo XC60 recalls (3)
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.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
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 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…
During a heavy rain storm, I noticed water running down the inside of the windshield. It impaired my vision.
The accelerator got stuck and and the engine went full power. It would not shut off and the overheated.
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…
"During airbag deployment, the driverâs hand was burned with blistering. I believe hot gas or chemicals vented abnormally. This caused a painful injury requiring treatment."
Other Volvo XC60 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 XC60 | 36 | 3 |
| 2024 XC60 | 24 | 2 |
| 2023 XC60 | 54 | 5 |
| 2022 XC60 | 75 | 6 |
| 2021 XC60 | 49 | 5 |
| 2020 XC60 | 22 | 6 |
| 2019 XC60 | 37 | 8 |
| 2018 XC60 | 36 | 5 |
| 2017 XC60 | 16 | 4 |
| 2016 XC60 | 38 | 3 |
| 2015 XC60 | 47 | 1 |
| 2014 XC60 | 16 | 2 |
| 2013 | 66 | 3 |
| 2012 XC60 | 46 | 3 |
| 2011 XC60 | 36 | 4 |
| 2010 XC60 | 56 | 7 |
| 2009 XC60 | 0 | 1 |
See all Volvo XC60 problems by year, every Volvo model, or the Volvo VIN decoder.
Similar Volvo models
Embed this 2013 Volvo XC60 badge on your site
Copy this code into your blog or forum post. It shows live complaint and recall counts and links back here.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Volvo XC60?
Owners most often report visibility/wiper, unknown or other, electrical system problems. The top one, visibility/wiper, accounts for 27 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Volvo XC60?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 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 2013 has more complaints than most years, 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.