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2010 Volvo XC60 fuel system problems

moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,200 · see fuel system across all vehicles →

Complaints
3
Recalls
1
Avg fix
$1,200
What stands out

No new NHTSA fuel system complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 14 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 09V477000 December 15, 2009

Volvo is recalling model year 2010 xc60 vehicles

Damage to the fuel lines may result in a fuel leak which, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel line rail cover for proper attachment and reattach if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on december 28, 2009. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins

The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering fuel system on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.

Service Bulletin TJ20532 1 8-2017 Sep 2017

VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Fuel gauge / tank fault tracing guide and Prior Approval REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 20532 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America YEAR MONTH DAY 2014 04 03 FUNC GROUP : FUNC DESC : 2331 Fuel pump ; feed pump Page 1 of 23 Attachment File Name File Size Attachment TJ 20532 AWD.pdf 0.4869 MB Attachment TJ 20532 FWD.pdf 0.1807 MB Fuel_gauge_send_tank_form.pdf 0.3295 MB Vehicle Type Eng Struc Week Type Eng Sales Body Gear Steer Model Year Plant Chassis range Desc Range 124 2007 - 9999 - 0 - 0 135 2008 - 2010 - 0 - 0 136 2008 - 9999 - 0 - 0 156 2010 - 9999

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗
Service Bulletin TJ25153.7.2-2017 Mar 2017

This is a Technical Journal: Washer system layout for identifying leakage points REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 25153 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : STATUS DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo Car USA 2016 - 03 - 17 2016 - 03 - 24 FUNC GROUP : FUNC DESC : 3634 Washer Page 1 of 24 Attachment File Name File Size TJ 25153 S60 MY11 - , V60 , S60 , V60CC.pdf 0.8349 MB TJ 25153 S80 MY07 - , V70 MY08 - , XC70 MY08 - . pdf 0.7857 MB TJ 25153 S90 ( 234 ) MY17 - . pdf 1.4623 MB TJ 25153 V90V90CC ( 235236 ) MY17 - . pdf 1.5192 MB TJ 25153 XC90 ( 256 ) MY16 - . pdf 2.1365 MB TJ 25153_XC60 . pdf 0.8801 MB Vehicle Type Eng Struc Week Type Eng Sales Body Gear Steer Model

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Service Bulletin SMB 23038 Feb 2012

PRIOR APPROVAL PROCESS FOR ANY CLAIMS SUBMITTED FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF A FUEL PUMP AND/OR FUEL TANK.

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Service Bulletin TB-20532 Aug 2011

VOLVO: THE FUEL GAUGE IS INACCURATE. AFTER FILLING TANK, FUEL GAUGE RISES TO INDICATE APPROX. 1/2-3/4 TANK BUT NOT READ FULL; AFTER FUEL IS CONSUMED, FUEL GAUGE DROPS NORMALLY TIL APPROX. 1/4, AFTER WHICH THE FUEL LEVEL DOES NOT CHANGE. UPDATED 7/8/11. UPDATED 4/13/2012.

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Service Bulletin US20532 Jan 2011

VOLVO: WHEN THERE ARE FUEL PRESSURE/GUAGE PROBLEMS THERE IS A PROCESS FOR DETERMINING THE FAULT.

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Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.

What owners are reporting 1 most recent

fuel system · filed 10/27/2011

2010 Volvo xc-60. Consumer states while driving the fuel tank began to briskly leak gasoline *tgw the dealer informed the consume the fuel line which connected to the fuel pump was defective. The repairs were completed under warranty. *jb

Had fuel system trouble with your 2010 Volvo XC60? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2010 Volvo XC60?

It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.

At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?

Based on the 3 complaints filed, fuel system issues most often appear around 10,980 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to fuel system?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover fuel system issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Related

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2010/Volvo/XC60. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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