2022 Volvo XC60: What to check before buying
Owners have filed 60 complaints with NHTSA about this car, most about the electrical, backup camera, and wheels and tires. The 9 checks below target those problems, in the order you would do them at the car.
2022- Owner complaints
- 60
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes reported
- 1
- 1 injury
Your inspection sheet
Tick items off on your phone at the car, or print it. Ticks stay on this device.
0/9 checked
2022 Volvo XC60: inspection sheet
Paperwork and questions
Before you go, or before you touch the car0/2
Walk-around and cabin
Engine off, key in hand0/1
Cold start, engine bay, and underside
Ask the seller not to warm the car up first0/2
Test drive
At least 20 minutes, with some highway0/4
These checks are specific to this model year. For tires, body panels, fluids, and the other basics every used car needs, use the general inspection guide.
Which XC60 is it?
EPA figures for each version of the 2022 Volvo XC60. Use them to confirm you are looking at the version that was advertised, and as a yardstick on the test drive.
| Version | Drive | EPA rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cylGas | AWD, FWD | 24–26 mpg |
| 2.0L 4-cylPlug-in hybrid | AWD | 560 mi range |
- The 2022 Volvo XC60 was sold in two versions. Confirm which one this is from the window sticker, the engine cover, or the VIN report before you compare prices.
- On the plug-in hybrid, watch for the car moving off on electric power at low speed and for any hybrid system warning on the dash.
- Reset the trip computer at the start of the drive. A XC60 that averages well under the EPA 24 mpg combined on a mixed route may have an engine or tire problem.
Why these checks: what owners reported
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Volvo XC60, grouped by the part owners named. Open a row to read what goes wrong.
Electrical26No crashes
The 12V battery drains flat, often in the first weeks of ownership. The car then won't unlock or start, and some owners find it stuck in park and needing a flatbed tow. The Google-based infotainment system freezes or reboots while driving. When it does, HVAC, turn-signal sounds, cameras and driver aids drop out until it comes back. Several reports describe a "12V Battery Critical Charging Fault" warning and a reduced-power turtle mode, and one car lost power on the highway. Dealers apply software updates or replace modules such as the TCAM, with mixed results.
Backup camera5No crashes
The rearview camera fails when the car is shifted into reverse. The screen goes blank or shows "Camera is temporarily unavailable," sometimes several times a week. Dealer repairs have not stopped it, including reflashing the camera control module and replacing the camera. Owners say the problem continues or gets more frequent after software updates. In some cases the other cameras, the proximity warnings and rear automatic braking all drop out at the same time, which leaves the driver backing up with no electronic help.
Wheels and tires5No crashes
The original tires fail early. Owners report sidewall bubbles, bulges, chunks of missing tread and blowouts at freeway speed. The reports involve Pirelli and Continental tires in 20- and 21-inch sizes on cars about a year old or under 9000 miles. A blowout at 65 mph is a serious loss-of-control risk. Owners say the tire maker and Volvo blame each other over warranty coverage. In one case the tread was too damaged to patch, so the tires had to be replaced.
Cracks appear in the rims even though owners recall no impact, and a cracked wheel can slowly leak air. The Recharge plug-in hybrid also has no spare tire, only a repair kit that can't fix sidewall damage, so a flat of that kind means a tow to a tire shop. One owner was told that a conventional spare would not support this model's weight. That makes a breakdown in a remote area, at night or on a weekend more of a problem.
Brakes31 crash
Rear Auto Brake engages on its own while backing up, with no obstacles, people or vehicles nearby, and the dash shows an intervention message. One crash report describes the car lurching forward at full throttle instead of stopping during a slow parking maneuver and hitting a wall. That car had already been back to the dealer several times for computer and infotainment problems. Another complaint describes the electric parking brake showing a warning about holding the vehicle's weight on a steep slope.
Automatic emergency braking2No crashes
Hard braking kicks in when nothing is ahead of the car. The dash shows a collision-avoidance message, but no warning lights come on. In one report the sudden stop at about 45 mph caused rib pain. A separate complaint concerns the alert that tells the driver to move when the car ahead pulls away. A driver who isn't watching the light could follow that prompt into a red light and a possible crash.
Steering2No crashes
The car steers itself off line. Some drivers feel a sudden, forceful yank to one side with a Collision Avoidance message on the screen. Others report a steady pull to the right that can drift the car out of its lane. For one owner, repeated alignments and wheel and tire swaps over six dealer visits did not fix the pull, and the dealer called it a safety feature. Unexpected steering input on a multi-lane road is a clear loss-of-control risk.
In owners' own words
Excerpts from complaints XC60 owners filed with NHTSA, as written. Listen for the same symptoms on your test drive.
4 day old car with 45 miles on it wouldn’t unlock-manually unlocked the car to find it wouldn’t start/no power. Car was towed to dealer after being jump started. Software error caused application downloads or refreshes to continually run draining the battery which needed to be replaced entirely.
Filed with NHTSA, July 2022
A/C failed to turn on. This is the second time this has occurred. It was on a 100 degree Texas day. I was already in the vehicle and it was so hot in the vehicle I was worried about a heat stroke. It caused a distraction while driving because the electrical components weren’t functioning as intended potentially causing an accident. The 2022 models have known electrical issues and the dealership was not surprised. The vehicle is currently in the shop.
Filed with NHTSA, September 2022
Even after the Volvo R10320 - WAM Upgrade recall, the backup camera is STILL unavailable at times when reversing. The recall and software update did not fix the issue. I would start the car and begin to reverse and met with "Camera is temporarily unavailable". I do not know what else do to as Volvo is slow to respond or provide anytime of upgrade or timely fix. This has happened multiple times and almost five times a week.
Filed with NHTSA, January 2026
System regularly displays "Camera is temporarily unavailable" when backing up, requires full reboot of head unit to resolve. Backup cameras regularly not activating upon vehicle startup. This is a daily occurrence and has not been fixed with updates (in fact, it's gotten more frequent).
Filed with NHTSA, October 2024
electrical Emergency break do not function in steep slope, project message “the emergency break can hold vehicule weight” seriously that scare me
Filed with NHTSA, February 2022
How the 2022 compares with other XC60 years
Complaints for this year next to the average for the other model years, area by area.
The 2022 has the most owner complaints of the 8 XC60 years we cover, about 2.3 times the average of the others. Newer years have had less time to collect complaints, so compare like with like.
- Electrical268
- Backup camera51
- Wheels and tires51
- Brakes32
- Automatic emergency braking20
- Steering22
Where the 2022 fits in the XC60's history
Redesigns and mid-cycle updates change what can go wrong.
The 2022 is the fifth model year of the XC60's second generation (2018–2023).
It includes the 2021 update.
What changed for 2021
- New Android-powered infotainment system
- New exterior design elements
Recalls to confirm (6)
Recall repairs are free at any Volvo dealer, but the seller may never have had them done. Check each campaign number against the VIN.
25V908000Backup cameraDec 2025
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility.".
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Car’s customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.
25V282000Backup cameraMay 2025
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility.".
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.
25V179000ElectricalMar 2025
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2020-2021 S90, 2020-2022 S60, V60, XC60, XC90, and 2022 V90 plug-in hybrid vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked.
Risk: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the high-voltage battery module as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the software to monitor the battery. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 28, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10312.
23V001000SteeringJan 2023
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2022 V60CC, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. During steering gear assembly, double screws may have been assembled on top of each other, which can cause a screw to fall into the gearbox housing.
Risk: A screw inside the gearbox housing can cause the steering wheel to lock up and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10213.
22V793000EngineOct 2022
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S60, V60, S90L, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An electronic control module (ECM) software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk: The vehicle may lose drive power as the high voltage battery is depleted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10198.
21V682000Seat beltsSep 2021
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 XC40, XC 40 Recharge, V60CC, V90, V90CC, XC90, and 2021-2022 V60, XC60, S60 vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection.".
Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 13, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10111.
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