KnownCarProblems2012 Volvo XC60 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 46 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Volvo XC60, most often about the visibility and wipers (48% of complaints, typically around 79,500 miles). It is 7th of 16 XC60 model years by number of complaints and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2012 Volvo XC60 problems
Visibility and wipers
22 complaints · 48%Half of these problems showed up before 79,500 miles. Parts named most often: windshield.
Water leaking into interior from windshield. I've taken it to the Volvo dealership and they won't fix it due to being out of warranty. Safelite wants $350-$800 to reseal or replace the windshield. The leak is making it dangerous to drive in wet weather as it drips onto the steering wheel and onto the driver. The leak…
Water drips from top of windshield into car as fast as it comes down. Drains into lights fixtures as well as gears and wheel. Fogged up glass on highway causing serious safety concern. In winter caused gears to freeze in park. Water pooled in bottom of car and in light fixtures. Water in sunroof control - caused…
Other or unspecified
9 complaints · 20%Half of these problems showed up before 57,500 miles.
Over a period of the last 45 days on two separate occasions,in rain, at highway speed of 55mph+, the overall performance of the driver inputs failed to function. When driving, turning the wheel to left/right to change lanes or pull to the slow lane; made the car feel as it wanted to spin out uncontrollably.to move the…
I was in an accident driving on a highway driving my Volvo XC60. I was traveling at approx 100km/h and ran into the back of a semi that was traveling at an approx speed of 80km/h. The impact was in the right front (passenger) side of my xc-60 and the left rear of the semi. The airbags failed to deploy anywhere on the…
Electrical
4 complaints · 9%Parts named most often: software.
Sudden failure of the power steering, amongst others, right in the middle of a crossroads. Very dangerous emergency stopping of the car, engine stopped, all alarms on, steering nearly impossible to use without power. Had to tow the vehicle to service center. Volvo claims this is nothing more than a common place…
Water drips from top of windshield into car as fast as it comes down. Drains into lights fixtures as well as gears and wheel. Fogged up glass on highway causing serious safety concern. In winter caused gears to freeze in park. Water pooled in bottom of car and in light fixtures. Water in sunroof control - caused…
Wheels and tires
4 complaints · 9%Parts named most often: pressure monitoring and regulating systems.
Just bought the car and drove approximately 30 miles and the tire pressure monitoring system light came on. Drove another 10 miles home and arranged for an appointment with the dealer for correction/repair. Noticed that the error warning did not come on initially after vehicle was parked but, seemed if I drove about…
My issue is related to the constant corrosion problems on tps that lead to multiple replacements on my vehicle. It was discovered during semi annual changeover of winter and summer tires, where one of the wheels and tires deflated due to corrosion of the tps. Costly part that is likely defective in design and if…
Body and structure
4 complaints · 9%Parts named most often: body.
I was in an accident driving on a highway driving my Volvo XC60. I was traveling at approx 100km/h and ran into the back of a semi that was traveling at an approx speed of 80km/h. The impact was in the right front (passenger) side of my xc-60 and the left rear of the semi. The airbags failed to deploy anywhere on the…
My windshield started leaking on the driver side during a heavy rain storm. Water was dripping in streams and impeded visibility. I had it evaluated and there is a break in the factory seal. The windshield is original equipment. The vehicle has not been in any accidents or had any injuries. I see that this has been a…
Steering
3 complaints · 7%Sudden failure of the power steering, amongst others, right in the middle of a crossroads. Very dangerous emergency stopping of the car, engine stopped, all alarms on, steering nearly impossible to use without power. Had to tow the vehicle to service center. Volvo claims this is nothing more than a common place…
Last evening when turning a corner my finger was cut by the metal portion of the steering wheel. When I got home, I noticed that at the "6 o'clock" position there was sharp metal that has come loose and that is what cut my finger. I did some research and this is a common problem with this car. Also, upon calling the…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2012 Volvo XC60 recalls
Seat belts: front
Risk: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began december 10, 2020. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is r10029.
Full defect summary
Volvo cars of n.a., llc (volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 v70 and xc70, 2007-2016 s80, 2011-2018 s60 and v60, 2016-2018 s60 cross country, 2014-2020 s60l, 2009-2015 s80l, 2009-2016 xc60 and 2015-2018 v60 cross country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.
Body and structure: body
Risk: If this condition exists, the underbody coating may penetrate the fuels lines and cause fuel leakage, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicle undercarriage, and if excessive underbody coating is found in the fuel line area, it will be removed. If the inspection reveals that the fuel lines are damaged, they will be replaced. The safety recall began on april 25, 2012. Owners may contact volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552.
Full defect summary
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012 s60 and xc60 passenger vehicles. An incorrect mixture of underbody coating and over-application can result in rigid, icicle-like areas hanging from vehicleâs undercarriage.
Electrical: wiring
Risk: In the event of crash, the front and/or side impact air bags may deploy improperly or not at all, increasing the risk of injury. Also, the lap belt pretensioner may not deploy.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, secure the seat wire harness. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on april 12, 2012. Owners may contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552.
Full defect summary
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012 s60, xc60, s80 and xc70 vehicles manufactured from may 16, 2011, through october 6, 2011. In these vehicles, the wire harness under the front seats may have not been attached properly to the seat frame. As a result, when the seats are moved to adjust the seating position, the wire harness may get pulled, causing it to disconnect.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2012 Volvo XC60
- What are the most common problems with the 2012 Volvo XC60?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: visibility and wipers (22 complaints, typically around 79,500 miles); other or unspecified (9 complaints, typically around 57,500 miles); electrical (4 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2012 Volvo XC60 have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from June 30, 2020 (seat belts). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2012 a bad year for the Volvo XC60?
- It is 7th of 16 XC60 model years by number of complaints, with 46 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.