Model year guide

2018 Volvo XC60

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Volvo XC60 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 17 on record.

2018 Volvo XC60 — representative photo
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2018 Volvo XC60 at a glance

Safety recalls5
Combined24 mpg
Typical price$38,046

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2018 Volvo XC60 recalls 5

Seats NHTSA Campaign #19V220000 · 20/03/2019

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 XC60 and S90 vehicles. The driver and passenger front seat rail rear flange nuts may not have been installed during assembly.

Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat rails for missing flange nuts, installing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R19931.

Structure:body:tailgate NHTSA Campaign #19V046000 · 18/01/2019

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volvo XC60 vehicles. Under certain conditions and cold temperatures, the tailgate lifting arms may freeze which may cause the lifting arms to separate from the vehicle.

Fix: Volvo has notified owners, and dealers will replace the tailgate lift arms with an improved designed, free of charge. The recall began May 14, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89910.

Electrical System:software NHTSA Campaign #18V800000 · 13/11/2018

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. 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.

Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39917.

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:linkages NHTSA Campaign #20V503000 · 25/08/2020

Volvo Car of N.A., LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2018-2020 XC60 vehicles. The nuts that secure the front wipers may not have been sufficiently tightened, possibly causing the wipers to not function properly.

Fix: Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the nuts holding the front windshield wiper arms in position, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10044.

Seats:critical Fasteners NHTSA Campaign #25V818000 · 25/11/2025

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2026 XC60MHEV, 2018 and 2025 XC60 vehicles. The front seat bolts may have been improperly tightened, resulting in loose bolts.

Fix: Dealers will tighten the front seat bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10345. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searcha…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2018 Volvo XC60 MPG & running costs

Combined24 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,117

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2018 Volvo XC60 worth?

Low
$32,375
Typical price
$38,046
High
$42,999

From 17 comparable 2018 Volvo XC60 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Volvo XC60 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,585
Depreciation (5 yrs)$15,300
Total$30,885
Per mile$0.41

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($38,046) with the same model 5 model-years older ($22,731), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2018 Volvo XC60 trims & engines on record

Trims
Inscription · Momentum · R-Design
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 250 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 316 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 313 hp

2018 Volvo XC60 vehicles on record

Other Volvo XC60 model years

2018 Volvo XC60 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Volvo XC60 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2018 Volvo XC60. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Volvo XC60 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Volvo XC60 at about 24 mpg combined (23 city / 28 highway).

How much is a 2018 Volvo XC60 worth?

Comparable 2018 Volvo XC60 listings run roughly $32,375–$42,999, typically around $38,046 (from 17 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.