2017 Volvo XC60: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Volvo XC60: 4 recalls, 16 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #16V798000 · 2016 · 74,027 vehicles
What's wrong: On the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt buckle attaching stud May loosen, allowing the buckle to separate from the seat belt bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages" and number 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Why it matters: If the seat belt buckle separates from the bracket, the front seat passenger May not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt buckle stud, replacing the seat belt buckle as needed, free of charge. The recall began January 2017.
Airbags Vehicle recall #16V918000 · 2016 · 376 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have driver and front passenger seat side mounted side air bags (sab) with inflator initiators that May fail to ignite during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection" and number 214, "side impact protection."
Why it matters: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front seat side air bags, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on February 13, 2017.
Airbags Vehicle recall #17V127000 · 2017 · 112 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have driver and front passenger seat side mounted side air bags (sab) with inflator initiators that May fail to ignite during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection" and number 214, "side impact protection."
Why it matters: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front seat side air bags, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2017.
Electrical Vehicle recall #18V800000 · 2018 · 17,548 vehicles
What's wrong: The software installed in the vehicle connectivity module (vcm) May have an error causing the telematics and driver support systems to function improperly. As a result, the gps will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.
Why it matters: If the gps location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.
The fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (5): the most common themes are electrical failure (4), stalls / loses power (2).
- Fuel & propulsion (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2017 Volvo XC60 has 16 owner complaints, ranking #16 of 17 XC60 model years for complaints (well below the 38 average). Complaints peaked in 2019 (4 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 19,800 miles. Neighboring years: 2016 (38 complaints, 3 recalls), 2018 (36 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 26 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 29 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 22 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Volvo XC60 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2017 Volvo XC60. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 Volvo XC60 problems?
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (5), fuel & propulsion (3), other / unknown (2).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Volvo XC60 get?
EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 Volvo XC60 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.