2026 Volvo XC60PHEV Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XC60PHEV years
- Not enough data 1st of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Volvo XC60PHEV. That is the most of any XC60PHEV model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is service brakes (1 complaints, 50%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2026 Volvo XC60PHEV 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2026 Volvo XC60PHEV recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes; service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module:software
Problem: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 Volvo C40 BEV, 2025 EC40, 2023-2024 XC40 BEV, 2020-2026 XC90 PHEV, 2022-2026 XC60 PHEV, 2023-2025 S60 PHEV, 2024-2025 V60 PHEV, and 2025-2026 EX40 and 2025 S90 PHEV vehicles. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "B" mode or "One Pedal Drive," the vehicle may lose brake function.
Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to use "B" Mode (for plug-in hybrid vehicles) or "One Pedal Drive" (for pure electric vehicles) until the repair has been completed. The brake module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10329.
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 vehicle suffered an incident of Sudden Unintended Acceleration while slowly turning right, into a level parking space. Drivers foot was on the brake, but the car suddenly accelerated and surged forward. The car did not stop, even with strong brake pressure, until it hit the curb and almost hit…
The side windows in the front and back seats are cloudy. When light hits the windows, visibility is greatly decreased. The company denies this is a defect and refuses to repair the issue. The problem occurs on all XC60 and XC90 models with the Ultra trim package.
Other Volvo XC60PHEV years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 1 |
| 2025 XC60PHEV | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 XC60PHEV | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 XC60PHEV | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 XC60PHEV | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 XC60PHEV | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 XC60PHEV | 1 | 1 |
See all Volvo XC60PHEV problems by year, every Volvo model, or the Volvo VIN decoder.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Volvo XC60PHEV?
Owners most often report service brakes, vehicle speed control, visibility/wiper problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2026 Volvo XC60PHEV?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2026 Volvo XC60PHEV a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XC60PHEV model years, the 2026 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.