THERE IS A LEAK IN THE TOP LEFT CORNER OF THE WINDSHIELD. THERE ARE NOT CRACKS, BREAKS OR ABRASIONS ON THE WINDSHIELD. I HAVE LOOKED INTO THE PROBLEM AND IT SEEMS THAT ALL GLASS COMPANIES IN THE AREA ARE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM AND SAY THAT IT IS AN ORIGINAL/MANUFACTURING ISSUE. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN BECAUSE IF IT IS RAINING WHILE I AM DRIVING THEN THIS WOULD IMPAIR MY VISIBILITY AND CAUSE DISTRAC…
2013 Volvo XC60 visibility problems
moderate 24 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $350
Complaints
24
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$350
What owners are reporting 7 most recent
Faulty seal in OEM windshield sealant/silicone causing water to leak on the inside of car, headliner, and inner windshield. Can cause visibility issues and mildew.
The windshield leaks when I am driving from the passenger side and the driver side. Last rain a lot of water got into the car which makes it very dangerous to drive and obviously to break since it gets slippery. I live in the mountains, and we get a lot of rain and now I have to pay out of pocket to get it diagnosed when even the service advisor said that that particular year and models leaks a l…
FACTORY INSTALLED WINDSHIELD SEAL IS UNBONDED AND WATER RUNS DOWN THE INSIDE OF THE WINDSHIELD WHILE DRIVING IN SNOW AND RAIN, REDUCING VISIBILITY WITH NO WAY OF CLEARING IT WHILE DRIVING. WATER PENETRATION FROM THE WINDSHIELD ALSO PRODUCES CONDENSATION, FURTHER REDUCING VISIBILITY. YESTERDAY WHILE DRIVING IT BEGAN RAINING WHILE I WAS DRIVING AT 60 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY AND WATER BEGAN RUNNING DOWN T…
Water enters from the front of the windshield while driving.
The windshield has come loose at the top allowing water to get into the vehicle when it rains. Water pools on the floor of driver’s side, the headliner gets wet, and the interior smells moldy.
Water is leaking down the inside of the windshield while driving in rain. It comes from the top edge and streaks down the drivers side (left side). I spoke with a mechanic that services my vehicle and was told if it was a sunroof drain issue it would be coming down the pillars and getting on the floor. They were confident that it was the windshield that was leaking and referred me to a local auto …
Common questions
How serious is the visibility problem on the 2013 Volvo XC60?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 24 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $350 for visibility 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 visibility?
No active recalls currently cover visibility issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
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