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2017 Volvo V60 problems

The 2017 Volvo V60 has 6 active recall campaigns on file and only 6 owner complaints in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.

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The 2017 Volvo V60 has 6 NHTSA owner complaints and 6 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

Volvo V60 owner complaints by model year
Model yearOwner complaintsRecalls
2015 V60 21 2
2016 V60 13 4
2017 V60 (this page) 6 6
2018 V60 1 2
2019 V60 0 3
2020 V60 0 3
2017 Volvo V60
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Limited NHTSA data — only 6 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily. 6 active recalls on file.

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Should you avoid this 2017 V60?
Not enough data for a verdict

Only 6 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 6 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2017 V60 · powertrain
I bought this 2017 v60 from crippen Volvo in 2019 with only around 1000miles on it. I am the first owner. The transmission act weirdly on the second day I bought it. It has a powe cut between 1st gear and 2 nd gear, just like drving a manual. (only when it is completely warm)…
04/24/2020 · at 1,200 mi · NHTSA ODI #11322139.0
2017 V60 · powertrain
The power get cut when shifting from 1st gear to 2nd gear. Feel more jerky when uphill. The fuel tank make popping noise (like boiling water) when it is full to the top (100%)
01/19/2020 · at 2,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11300244.0
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Active recalls showing 3 of 6

severe NHTSA 20V378000 June 30, 2020

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An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.
severe NHTSA 19V849000 November 26, 2019

Volvo Car of USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2011-2017 S60, S60I, V60, S60CC and V60CC vehicles

A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.

Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89978.
severe NHTSA 18V800000 November 13, 2018

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles

If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.

Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39917.
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Common questions

Is the 2017 Volvo V60 reliable?

Limited NHTSA data. Only 6 owner complaints have been filed for the 2017 Volvo V60, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.

Should you avoid the 2017 Volvo V60?

Only 6 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 6 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2017 Volvo V60 without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.

What should I check before buying a used 2017 Volvo V60?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2017 Volvo V60 to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.

Is the 2017 Volvo V60 a good used car to buy?

Hard to say from federal data alone — only 6 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2017 Volvo V60?

No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.

How do I check if my Volvo V60 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2017 Volvo V60?

Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 6 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 5 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/Volvo/V60. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Volvo. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you purchase through them.
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