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Used Volvo XC60: Inspection checklist

Pick the model year you are going to see. Each sheet lists the checks for the problems owners reported on that year, in the order you would do them at the car. Owners filed 242 complaints across these 8 years; the 2022 drew the most.

Volvo XC60

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Problems that follow the XC60 from year to year

Each of these is a top-three complaint area in at least two model years. Darker cells mean more complaints that year. Whatever year you are looking at, give these extra time.

Area20182019202020212022202320252026Total
Electrical118492616781
Brakes42243419
Wipers and visibility3429
Steering255214
Backup camera549

XC60 generations and updates

First years of a new generation and mid-cycle updates are marked. Each year links to its checklist.

  1. Second generation

    2018–2023

    2021 update: New Android-powered infotainment system; New exterior design elements

    2025 update: Redesigned front grille; New infotainment system; Updated interior materials

Mileages where XC60 problems start

From owner reports for each model year, lowest mileage first. Compare these with the odometer of the car you are seeing.

Typical mileageProblemYear
300–1,250 milesEarly electrical and starting faults2023
13,058–34,000 milesWarped rotors, uneven brake wear2020
20,000–42,000 milesPremature brake pad and rotor wear2021

Every XC60 recall to confirm

20 recalls cover the XC60years on this site. Open a campaign number for NHTSA's full notice. 15 campaigns span more than one model year.

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