Last updated: 2026-10-10
2022 Volvo XC60 Reliability Report
The 2022 Volvo XC60 rates good for reliability, but 12V battery drain and infotainment freezes make it the weakest XC60 year we score.
Recalls
6
Complaints
60
Complaint Rate
16.6per 10,000 sold
Est. Repair Cost
$746
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,650–$2,900
Detailed Score Breakdown
Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume
Independent repair cost ratings
Recall count weighted by severity
Breadth of reported problem categories
The Verdict
The weakest-scoring XC60 year, mainly for battery drain and infotainment freezes, though it still rates good and above average among 2022 SUVs.
Top Issues to Watch
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (26)
- BACK OVER PREVENTION (5)
- SERVICE BRAKES (3)
Generation & Refresh (US)
2022 is 1 year after the 2021 facelift refresh.
- Year 5 in the Second generation (2017–present) (2018–2023).
- Well-established in its generation — most early issues should be resolved.
- 2nd generation XC60 (US).
What this means for buyers
Post-refresh years tend to be among the most refined — updates have been applied and early kinks worked out.
2018: Second generation (2017–present) Launch
Generation start — new platform.
2021: Mid-Cycle Refresh
Updated features and styling tweaks.
2022: This Model Year
2022 is 1 year after the 2021 facelift refresh.
2025: Mid-Cycle Refresh
Updated features and styling tweaks.
Should You Buy the 2022 Volvo XC60?
Good, but the weakest of the eight XC60 model years we score. Against other 2022 SUVs it rates above average. The 2021 rates better, and the 2023 rates about the same, and both drew fewer complaints. Federal crash-test rating is 5 of 5 stars.
Electrical faults lead the 60 complaints. The 12V battery drains flat, often in the first weeks, and the car won't unlock or start. Some owners needed a flatbed tow. The infotainment system freezes while driving, taking cameras and driver aids with it. The rearview camera also fails in reverse, and dealer repairs have not stopped it. Early tire bubbles and blowouts show up on cars under 9000 miles. There are six federal recalls, including steering, seat belts and engine cooling.
Ask for proof that every recall was completed, plus records of battery, software and camera repairs. Check the age and condition of the tires. The 2021 is worth comparing.
Compared to the 2023 Volvo XC60, which scored 2 points higher. See also the 2021 Volvo XC60 for an earlier comparison.
Pros
- +Acceptable reliability score
- +$113 cheaper to maintain than avg luxury compact SUVs
- +Low major repair risk (7%)
- +Below-average complaint rate for SUV
Cons
- −Above-average recall count
- −ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 12V battery drains flat, often in the first weeks of ownership (26 complaints)
- −UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Backup camera goes black in reverse until the car is restarted (9 complaints)
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Common Problem Categories
Safety
LOW RISK- 6 manufacturer recalls issued
Other
HIGH RISK- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (26)
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER (9)
Recall Overview
6
recalls on record
The 2022 Volvo XC60 has 6 recalls on record, which is above average. A high count can flag multiple component concerns, though it also shows the manufacturer is actively addressing known issues.
NHTSA.gov →Complaint Breakdown
16.6
per 10,000 soldSegment avg: 13.5
Safety Incidents
1
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Deaths
NHTSA 5/5 Stars
Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.
2022 Volvo XC60 Recall Details
6 recalls have been issued for the 2022 Volvo XC60. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Car’s customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2020-2021 S90, 2020-2022 S60, V60, XC60, XC90, and 2022 V90 plug-in hybrid vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked.
Consequence
A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the high-voltage battery module as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the software to monitor the battery. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 28, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10312.
Buying a used 2022 Volvo XC60? Check its history first
Electrical system problems lead owner complaints about the 2022 Volvo XC60, and 6 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
2022 Volvo XC60 NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall Safety Rating
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)
Gas Powertrain
Rollover risk: 15.5%
Safety Technologies
Volvo XC60Repair Costs & Maintenance
Maintenance Rating
4Maintenance rating: 4 out of 5Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.
Est. Annual Maintenance
$746
vs $859 avg for luxury compact SUVs
vs $652 avg for all vehicles
Repair Frequency
0.5
unscheduled repair visits per year
Severe Repair Probability
7%
chance of a major repair
Annual Cost Comparison
Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.
MPG & Annual Running Costs
Gas
24–26 MPG
Running cost: $3,400–$3,650/yr
Fuel + repair
21–23 city / 27–30 hwy MPG
Plug-in Hybrid
25–28 MPG
Running cost: $3,200–$3,500/yr
Fuel + repair
24–28 city / 27–28 hwy MPG
Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2022 EPA label cycle.
Gas trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC60 B5 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,650 |
| XC60 B5 AWD 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,900 |
| XC60 B6 AWD 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 21 | 27 | 24 | $2,900 |
Plug-in Hybrid trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC60 T8 AWD Recharge ext. Range 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 28 | 28 | 28 | $2,450 |
| XC60 T8 AWD Recharge 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 24 | 27 | 25 | $2,750 |
Used Buying Checklist
Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2022 Volvo XC60.
Leave the car parked for a few hours, then confirm it unlocks with the fob and starts normally.
Ask for service records showing 12V battery, TCAM, modem or other module replacements and software reflashes.
Shift into reverse on several separate starts and confirm the camera never shows "Camera is temporarily unavailable."
During a long test drive, watch for infotainment reboots, a dim center screen, or HVAC and turn-signal sounds cutting out.
Back out of an empty parking space and driveway and watch for Rear Auto Brake engaging with nothing behind.
On a straight, open road, note any steady pull to the right or sudden steering intervention.
Inspect every tire for sidewall bubbles, bulges and missing tread chunks, and check each wheel for cracks.
On a Recharge, confirm the tire repair kit is in the car, since there is no spare.
2022 Volvo XC60 Common Problems by Component
60 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
26 complaintsThe 12V battery drains flat, often in the first weeks of ownership. The car then won't unlock or start, and some owners find it stuck in park and needing a flatbed tow. The Google-based infotainment system freezes or reboots while driving. When it does, HVAC, turn-signal sounds, cameras and driver aids drop out until it comes back. Several reports describe a "12V Battery Critical Charging Fault" warning and a reduced-power turtle mode, and one car lost power on the highway. Dealers apply software updates or replace modules such as the TCAM, with mixed results.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
9 complaintsThe backup camera goes black in reverse until the car is restarted. Owners say software updates meant to fix it have not worked. Failed over-the-air updates blank the instrument cluster, so speed, gear and fuel level don't show. Failed updates also leave the car unable to start or shift into neutral, so it needs a flatbed tow. Single complaints cover a heater that doesn't work in Pure mode, which lets windows fog, and a windshield that cracks with no impact. One owner also complains there is no printed owner's manual.
BACK OVER PREVENTION
5 complaintsThe rearview camera fails when the car is shifted into reverse. The screen goes blank or shows "Camera is temporarily unavailable," sometimes several times a week. Dealer repairs have not stopped it, including reflashing the camera control module and replacing the camera. Owners say the problem continues or gets more frequent after software updates. In some cases the other cameras, the proximity warnings and rear automatic braking all drop out at the same time, which leaves the driver backing up with no electronic help.
SERVICE BRAKES (3 complaints)
SERVICE BRAKES
3 complaintsSafety-relatedRear Auto Brake engages on its own while backing up, with no obstacles, people or vehicles nearby, and the dash shows an intervention message. One crash report describes the car lurching forward at full throttle instead of stopping during a slow parking maneuver and hitting a wall. That car had already been back to the dealer several times for computer and infotainment problems. Another complaint describes the electric parking brake showing a warning about holding the vehicle's weight on a steep slope.
TIRES (3 complaints)
TIRES
3 complaintsThe original tires fail early. Owners report sidewall bubbles, bulges, chunks of missing tread and blowouts at freeway speed. The reports involve Pirelli and Continental tires in 20- and 21-inch sizes on cars about a year old or under 9000 miles. A blowout at 65 mph is a serious loss-of-control risk. Owners say the tire maker and Volvo blame each other over warranty coverage. In one case the tread was too damaged to patch, so the tires had to be replaced.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (2 complaints)
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
2 complaintsHard braking kicks in when nothing is ahead of the car. The dash shows a collision-avoidance message, but no warning lights come on. In one report the sudden stop at about 45 mph caused rib pain. A separate complaint concerns the alert that tells the driver to move when the car ahead pulls away. A driver who isn't watching the light could follow that prompt into a red light and a possible crash.
STEERING (2 complaints)
STEERING
2 complaintsThe car steers itself off line. Some drivers feel a sudden, forceful yank to one side with a Collision Avoidance message on the screen. Others report a steady pull to the right that can drift the car out of its lane. For one owner, repeated alignments and wheel and tire swaps over six dealer visits did not fix the pull, and the dealer called it a safety feature. Unexpected steering input on a multi-lane road is a clear loss-of-control risk.
WHEELS (2 complaints)
WHEELS
2 complaintsCracks appear in the rims even though owners recall no impact, and a cracked wheel can slowly leak air. The Recharge plug-in hybrid also has no spare tire, only a repair kit that can't fix sidewall damage, so a flat of that kind means a tow to a tire shop. One owner was told that a conventional spare would not support this model's weight. That makes a breakdown in a remote area, at night or on a weekend more of a problem.
SEAT BELTS (1 complaints)
SEAT BELTS
1 complaintThe contact owns a 2022 Volvo XC60. While driving at various speeds, the contact discovered that the lane assist safety feature failed to recognize the single or double yellow lines. In addition, he also discovered that the lane assists safety feature did not operate while driving under 35 MPH. The contact also mentioned that the seat belt audible alert would only chime twice and that the warning light would disappear after 45 seconds. The contact stated that without the constant reminder, a person might forget to use the seat belt. The dealer was notified about the seat belt issue and informed that customers preferred a limited seat belt reminder. The contact disagreed and stated that the seat belt reminder should remain constant until the seat belt was securely fastened. The contact sent an email to the manufacturer; however, the contact had not yet received a response. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 0.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (1 complaints)
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaintI was driving on a highway over 55 MPH when the Power Limitation Indicator symbol, the red warning symbol and the Emission control system flashed on which immediately limited my maximum speed to 45 MPH. This instant deceleration in high-speed traffic almost caused the car behind me to rear-end my car. I put on my flashers and exited the highway ASAP. The error light stayed on until the car's electric battery had been drained and the gasoline engine was being used 100%. Two weeks later the Power Limitation Indicator symbol flashed on again but this time I was on local roads traveling at 35 mph thus the car did not decelerate. Again, after draining the car's electric battery the Indicator symbol went away. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Propulsion System and yes How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The instant deceleration of the vehicle in fast moving traffic was a potential accident situation. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? The dealer cannot replicate the error message nor knows how to fix it. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? Yes, the Propulsion system service required warning symbol and message.
Best & Worst Volvo XC60 Years
Best Volvo XC60 Years to Buy
Based on reliability index scoreVolvo XC60 Years to Avoid
No Volvo XC60 years are statistical outliers in our data.
Scores stay between 72 and 76 across 8 scored model years.
Volvo XC60 Reliability Score Trend
Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 74/100 | Good |
| 2019 | 72/100 | Good |
| 2020 | 75/100 | Good |
| 2021 | 75/100 | Good |
| 2022 | 72/100 | Good |
| 2023 | 74/100 | Good |
| 2025 | 76/100 | Good |
| 2026 | 74/100 | Good |
Volvo XC60 Reliability Compared to Other Years
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Don’t buy a 2022 Volvo XC60 without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.
How we score the 2022 Volvo XC60
Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2022 Volvo XC60 does best on how many systems draw complaints (83/100) and worst on complaint severity (64/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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