2014 Volvo XC60 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XC60 years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 15th of 17 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Volvo XC60. That ranks 15th out of 17 XC60 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (5 complaints, 31%), typically at around 87,031 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 16owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 | 31% | 87,031 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 25% | 26,610 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 19% | 1,200 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 13% | 5,555 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 6% | 825 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 6% | 3,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 6% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 6% | 87,031 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 6% | 87,031 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2014 Volvo XC60 recalls (2)
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.
Electrical system
Problem: Volvo is recalling certain model year 2014 S60, S80, XC60 and XC70 vehicles equipped with keyless ignition. In the affected vehicles, the Central Electronic Module (CEM) will not perform as intended. As a result, the front windshield wipers might run continuously when the ignition is on. Also, the turn signals, high beams, and headlight switch might not work.
Risk: Malfunctioning head lamps and/or turn signals increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the CEM software, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2013. 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.
The backup camera image flickers or does not appear at all (blue screen). This is a known design defect that Volvo will repair by installing what they call an equalizer in the camera harness. It is not a replacement of an existing part, it is a part they add. The cost is several hundred dollars for…
The contact owns a 2014 Volvo XC60. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The AWD system light was illuminated, and the message âAWD Disabledâ was displayed. The maintenance light was illuminated. Additionally, there was an abnormal knocking sound…
When I purchased my 2014 Volvo XC 60 I was told that it was in good overall condition and believe that after driving it for the vehicle in full and brought it back because it needed a current inspection. Within four days of taking it home after the inspection, the PCV valve went bad and I had a…
Wipers continually run. Headlights will not flip to high beam at times.
I HAVE RECEIVED TWO RECALL NOTICES FOR DEFECTIVE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT FASTENERS (NHTSA RECALL 20V-378). THE NOTICES ARE DATED 29 AUG 2020 AND 9 DEC 2020. I HAVE CALLED THE LOCAL VOLVO DEALER REPEATEDLY TO SCHEDULE FOR COMPLETION OF THIS RECALL. EACH TIME THEY SAY THEY DO NOT HAVE…
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 | 16 | 2 |
| 2013 XC60 | 66 | 3 |
| 2012 XC60 | 46 | 3 |
| 2011 XC60 | 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 2014 Volvo XC60?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Volvo XC60?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2014 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 2014 has far fewer 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.