KnownCarProblems2016 Volvo XC60 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 38 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Volvo XC60, most often about the engine (45% of complaints). It is 8th of 16 XC60 model years by number of complaints and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2016 Volvo XC60 problems
Engine
17 complaints · 45%Parts named most often: engine.
The contact owns a 2016 Volvo XC60. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was an abnormal burning odor inside the vehicle. The "low oil" message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed and the contact was informed that the piston rings were faulty and needed to be…
The contact owns a 2016 Volvo XC60. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where the vehicle was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to…
Other or unspecified
8 complaints · 21%My car stopped in the middle of the road with my child in the car; come to find out their is a starter recall associated with this year make and model, but not associated with my VIN. After numerous other break downs this was confirmed by a mechanic that it is an issue. Volvo stated they could not find the issue…
I drove my car to the garage and want to turn off the car. The car suddenly start to accelerate and went through my garage door. All side airbags are popped up, but not front airbag. Around a year ago, when my drove her car slowly due to heavy traffic, the car stopped and needed to turn on the car. I am not the expert…
Seat belts
6 complaints · 16%I have owned this vehicle since july of 2020, and can't get the service for the safety recall performed. The recall is for the front seat belts. I have contacted the dealership and Volvo but haven't received a response.
The contact owns a 2016 Volvo XC60. The contact stated that she received NHTSA campaign number: 20v378000 (seat belts). The contact stated the vehicle was taken to a dealer for routine maintenance where she requested to have the recall remedy completed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact said she received…
Brakes
3 complaints · 8%City safety brakes for no reason. When applying the brakes, brakes grab and car lunges forward, sometime the city safety message appears and other times it does not. I was breaking for a stop when this happened. Thought I was going to rear ended because of the sudden stop. This has happened several times. Has me…
The contact owns a 2016 Volvo XC60. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle began to shake and the brakes engaged without warning. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent and occurred temporarily. Volvo cars princeton (2931 brunswick pike, lawrence township, new jersey 08648) was made aware of the…
Electrical
3 complaints · 8%
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2016 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.
Seat belts: buckle assembly
Risk: If the seat belt buckle separates from the bracket, the front seat passenger may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt buckle stud, replacing the seat belt buckle as needed, free of charge. The recall began january 2017. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is r89708.
Full defect summary
Volvo car USA llc (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 xc90, s90, xc60, v60 cross country, v60, s60 cross country, s60, and s60 inscription vehicles manufactured february 16, 2015, to august 22, 2016. On the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt buckle attaching stud may loosen, allowing the buckle to separate from the seat belt bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages" and number 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Electrical: fuses and circuit breakers
Risk: If the vehicle is unexpectedly unable to be started in the middle of traffic, such as when stopped at an intersection, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing starter motor fuse with a higher amperage fuse, free of charge. The recall began on october 26, 2015. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 or by visiting http://volvo.custhelp.com. Volvo's number for this recall is r39574.
Full defect summary
Volvo cars of north america, llc. (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 volvo s60, v60, v60cc, xc60, xc70, and s80 vehicles manufactured april 8, 2015 to august 19, 2015. In certain driving conditions when using the automatic engine stop/start function, the starter motor fuse may blow, preventing the car from restarting when necessary.
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 2016 Volvo XC60
- What are the most common problems with the 2016 Volvo XC60?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (17 complaints); other or unspecified (8 complaints); seat belts (6 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2016 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 2016 a bad year for the Volvo XC60?
- It is 8th of 16 XC60 model years by number of complaints, with 38 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.