2026 Volvo XC60
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2026 Volvo XC60 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 69 on record.
2026 Volvo XC60 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2026 Volvo XC60 recalls 3
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…
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2026 Volvo XC90MHEV, XC60MHEV, V90CCMHEV, and V60CCMHEV vehicles. The torsion bar in the front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.
Fix: Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10340. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this rec…
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.
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, 20…
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2026 Volvo XC60 common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2026 Volvo XC60 MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2026 Volvo XC60 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2026 Volvo XC60 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 90
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 90.
This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 1 MP4 - Not possible to go to Drive mode after ERS start. Download software. Please follow the advice under "Service".
Bulletin 37083.8.1 · Engine · Sep 2026This is a TJ - Text only - no attachments - If the Check Engine Light is on, or there is a "Reduced Performance" message in the DIM, and the customer is experiencing a hesitation or jerk during acceleration with one or more of the DTCs listed below set, Improv…
Bulletin 37935.2.0 · Sep 2026This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 1 PDF -- DTC TCM P277C07 set. If the TCM DTC listed below is set, A new transmission hardware solution has been introduced starting from transmission serial number 25M8L30144, which serves as a defined break point for upd…
Bulletin 36774.4.0 · Power Train · Sep 2026This is a TJ Text only no attachments. --- If the crystal gear shift knob light stays illuminated after the vehicle is locked and is not in active mode, A fix for this issue is introduced with software version 5.0.5.
Bulletin 37426.2.0 · Exterior Lighting · Sep 2026This is a TJ - Text - plus 2 instruction documents (TJI's) - + 1 PDF + how to find structure week + flow chart, 2 JPG's . If the Check Engine Light is on in the DIM and one or more of the DTCs listed below are set, please follow the advice under "Service". 7 a…
Bulletin 37618.3.8 · Sep 2026This is a TJ - text, plus 2 PDF's - If there is a "Check Engine Light" lit in the DIM with one or a combination of the DTC's listed below, please follow the advice for checks and inspection procedures under "service".
Bulletin 37710.2.2 · Sep 2026This is a TJ - text, plus 2 PDF's - If there is a "Check Engine Light" lit in the DIM with one or a combination of the DTC's listed below, please follow the advice for checks and inspection procedures under "service".
Bulletin 37710.2.2 · Aug 2026This is a TJ - Text only no attachments - If the software version displayed in the CSD is not aligned with the actual software version installed in the vehicle (this may occur after a failed software download), and no Total Upgrade is available in VIDA, Note!…
Bulletin 37231.1.1 · Jul 2026This is a TJ - Text only - No attachments - If the software version displayed in the CSD is not aligned with the actual software version installed in the vehicle (this may occur after a failed software download), and no Total Upgrade is available in VIDA, Note…
Bulletin 37893.2.0 · Jul 2026This is a TJ - text only no attachments - If customer complains of a headlamp error message in DIM, in combination with any of the DTCs stated below, follow advice under "Service".
Bulletin 37631.3.0 · Exterior Lighting · Jul 2026Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the XC60 MHEV AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2026 Volvo XC60. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Seats And Restraints
Issue: On certain vehicles, the seat belt(s) may have been damaged during production. As a result, the seat belt may not hold a person in place during a crash. Safety Risk: A seat belt that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash. Corrective Actions: Volvo will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, i…
Transport Canada #2025471 · Sep 2025Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Volvo XC60
The Volvo XC60 is a compact luxury crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by Swedish automaker Volvo Cars since 2008.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
2026 Volvo XC60 vehicles on record
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