TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLVO XC60. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TURNING THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT MENTIONED THE VEHICLE WAS JERKING WHILE THE GEAR WAS SHIFTING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLE NEEDED A SOFTWARE UPGRADE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURE…
2014 Volvo XC60 engine problems
moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
JUNE 25 NEW CAR, MILEAGE 6844. ENGINE OIL LIGHT ON. DOWN 1.5 QT. OIL DEALER LOOKS FOR LEAKS FINDS NONE PERFORMS OIL CHANGE. SCHEDULES VEHICLE IN FOR DIAGNOSTICS. CAR SERVICED JULY 7 UNTIL JULY 14 MILEAGE 7313 TWO PAGES OF PARTS REPLACED. SEPTEMBER 3 CAR RETURNED TO DEALER ENGINE OIL LIGHT ON AGAIN MILEAGE BETWEEN TWO PAGE REPAIR AND 3 RD REPAIR LESS THAN 2000 MILES. VEHICLE IN AT 9384 . SUGGESTED …
IN JUNE 2018, I RECEIVED A LOW OIL LIGHT ALERT. AUTO WAS 2.QUARTS LOW IN OIL. DEALERSHIP STATED THAT IT WAS A SOFTWARE /DIPSTICK ISSUE. AUTO WAS REPAIRED. JUNE 2019, LOW OIL LIGHT ALERT AGAIN. AUTO WAS 2.5 QUARTS LOW IN OIL. DEALERSHIP FOUND CYLINDER LEAK, INSPECTED SPARK PLUGS, AND INSPECTED VALVE COVER GASKET. LEAK WAS CAUSED BY POOR SEAL ON VALVE COVER. DEALERSHIP REPLACED VALVE COVER…
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2014 Volvo XC60?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine 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 $3,100 for engine 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 engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine 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
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. 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.
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