2022 Volvo XC60 recalls and problems

The 2022 Volvo XC60 has 6 safety recalls and 75 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Volvo dealer.

Recalls
6
Complaints
75
Crashes / fires
3 / 0
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2022 Volvo XC60 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2022 Volvo XC60 recalls

Recall 25V-908: Back Over Prevention

Reported Dec 23, 2025 · 413,151 vehicles affected · Volvo Car USA, LLC

Problem: 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.

Recall 25V-282: Back Over Prevention

Reported May 8, 2025 · 413,151 vehicles affected · Volvo Car USA, LLC

Problem: 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.

Recall 25V-179: Electrical System

Reported Mar 24, 2025 · 7,483 vehicles affected · Volvo Car USA, LLC

Problem: 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.

Recall 23V-001: Steering

Reported Jan 5, 2023 · 74 vehicles affected · Volvo Car USA, LLC

Problem: 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.

Recall 22V-793: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Oct 20, 2022 · 15,674 vehicles affected · Volvo Car USA, LLC

Problem: 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.

Recall 21V-682: Seat Belts

Reported Sep 1, 2021 · 19,149 vehicles affected · Volvo Car USA, LLC

Problem: 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.

2022 Volvo XC60 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System35
Forward Collision Avoidance17
Back Over Prevention14
Unknown or Other13
Lane Departure10
Service Brakes6
Engine6
Vehicle Speed Control6
Fuel/Propulsion System5
Tires3
Visibility/Wiper2
Exterior Lighting2

Most reported parts

  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 7
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 6
  • Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera — 5
  • Lane Departure › Assist — 4
  • Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 4
  • Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 4
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 3
  • Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 3

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 30,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2022 Volvo XC60 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Oct 15, 2026
Supplemental Restraining System (SRS) - - Airbags keeps producing yellow caution lights and red caution lights on dash, while displaying warnings - - " Drive to workshop SRS airbag Service urgent" and request "OK" acknowledgment. This happend onec in 2023 and atleast 4 different occurrences between January and now. With atleast two repair attempts by authorized Volvo dealership with assistance of Volvo technical support engineers.
Electrical System · reported Sep 28, 2026
This has happened multiple times, confirmed by the dealer that it is a know issue with no fix. While driving down the road, the digital dashboard goes completely blank. No speedometer, no fuel guage, nothing. Very dangerous when driving to not know the speed that you are travelling. Also, all audio cuts out - no blinker signal sounds, no radio, etc. Less concerning is the infotainment system going completely black and silent as well - radio, maps, climate control. There have been multiple recalls performed but the dealer but none of them has fixed the issue. This must be a MJAOR safety concern…
Unknown or Other · reported Sep 4, 2026
Component Failure & Inspection Availability: Infotainment Head Unit (IHU) / Audio Module (AUD) running Android Automotive OS. The vehicle and its components are available for inspection upon request. Safety Risk: The audio system completely crashes approximately every 3 drive cycles. This failure disables all safety-critical audio features, including turn signal clicks, backup camera and parking sensor chimes, blind-spot/cross-traffic warning alerts, and emergency system tones. Operating the vehicle without audible turn signals or proximity chimes creates significant driver distraction and an…
Electrical System · reported Aug 16, 2026
The vehicle goes silent, no audio system, no driving alerts— turn signals, alerts etc. Only is fixed by a hard reset to the sound system happens multiple times a week sometimes multiple times a day. According to technicians, this is a known issue with no fix.
Vehicle Speed Control · at 40,000 miles · reported Jul 16, 2026
The contact owned a 2020 Volvo XC60 II. The contact stated while reversing, the rear view camera displayed a black screen. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed, however the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The vehicle's speed independently accelerated. The contact's vehicle crashed into a parked vehicle. The contact stated that there were two additional occupants in the vehicle. The contact sustained pain in the right knee, no medical treatment was provided. The passenger, who was seated in the rear seat, sustained neck and upper back injuries. The passenger…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Volvo XC60 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2022 Volvo XC60: 25V-908 (back over prevention), 25V-282 (back over prevention), 25V-179 (electrical system), 23V-001 (steering), 22V-793 (engine and engine cooling) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 Volvo XC60?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (35 reports), followed by forward collision avoidance (17). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 30,000 miles.

Are Volvo recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Volvo dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.