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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2014 Volvo XC60 engine problems
moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100 · see engine across all vehicles →
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$3,100
When does it fail?
Of the 3 engine complaints filed for the 2014 Volvo XC60, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Of the 5 model years of Volvo XC60 we track for engine problems, this one has the fewest owner complaints on file (3).
No new NHTSA engine complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 10 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering engine 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.
Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information â August 2022; Improvement List (Change Log) - US21+OBD22 (13L VGT, TC) And US17+OBD22 (11L) Emissions
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What owners are reporting 3 most recent
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…
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…
Had engine trouble with your 2014 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 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?
Based on the 3 complaints filed, engine issues most often appear around 20,021 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 $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.
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/2014/Volvo/XC60.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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