The 2019 Volvo XC60 has 102 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and service brakes. Owners most often flag high long-term maintenance and repair costs — very frequent mention of expensive repairs (e.g., $1,300 for brake hoses, $4,000+ for ac evaporator, $5,000+ for supercharger clutch), with parts and dealership labor cited as exorbitant. frequency: very frequent.
Safety record for the 2019 model year
102
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
12
Crash reports
0
Fire reports
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2019 Volvo XC60 vehicles (US, public record).
Where owners report problems
electrical system
33
service brakes
24
steering
15
vehicle speed control
12
structure
12
What owners say across generations
Mixed sentiment with a clear generational divide. The vehicle is consistently praised for its premium interior feel, comfortable ride, strong safety reputation, and attractive design, with specific engines like the T5 and T6 noted for smoothness and adequate p
High long-term maintenance and repair costs — very frequent mention of expensive repairs (e.g., $1,300 for brake hoses, $4,000+ for AC evaporator, $5,000+ for supercharger clutch), with parts and dealership labor cited as exorbitant. Frequency: very frequent.
AAOS (Android Automotive) infotainment system problems — bugs, sluggish performance, system freezes, failed over-the-air updates, apps stopping working, issues that disable connected features like climate control. Frequency: very frequent.
Reliability concerns with complex powertrains (B6, T8 PHEV) — supercharger clutch failure predicted between 90,000-120,000 miles; electrical gremlins; high-voltage heater (HVH) failure in PHEVs; expensive hybrid system components (e.g., onboard charger). Frequency: recurrent.
12V battery issues — batteries failing prematurely or not holding sufficient charge, preventing software updates and causing connectivity problems. Frequency: recurrent.
Rear seat space limitations — noted as cramped with child seats installed, restricting front passenger legroom. Frequency: isolated.
Owner insights cover all generations of the XC60.
Typical used price
Used XC60 listings typically run $21,060–$41,990 across 2013 to 2026 model years.