Does the 2017 Volvo XC60 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2017 Volvo XC60, the most recent reported on November 13, 2018 (Electrical system: software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Volvo XC60?

Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (5 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (3).

How many 2017 Volvo XC60 complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 16 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2017 Volvo XC60 recalls and problems

4 recalls and 16 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Volvo XC60.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2017 Volvo XC60 recalls

Electrical system: software

NHTSA campaign 18V800000 · reported November 13, 2018 · Volvo Car USA LLC · 17,548 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have an error causing the Telematics and Driver Support Systems to function improperly. As a result, the GPS will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.
The risk: If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.
The 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.

Air bags

NHTSA campaign 17V127000 · reported March 1, 2017 · Volvo Car USA LLC · 112 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 S60, S60CC, V60, V60 Cross Country, and XC60 vehicles. The affected vehicles have driver and front passenger seat side mounted side air bags (SAB) with inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
The risk: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front seat side air bags, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89712. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 16V-918.

Air bags

NHTSA campaign 16V918000 · reported December 21, 2016 · Volvo Car USA LLC · 376 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2017 S60 and S60 Cross Country, V60 and V60 Cross Country, and XC60 vehicles manufactured August 16, 2016, through October 21, 2016. The affected vehicles have driver and front passenger seat side mounted side air bags (SAB) with inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
The risk: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front seat side air bags, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on February 13, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89712.

Seat belts: front, buckle assembly

NHTSA campaign 16V798000 · reported November 2, 2016 · Volvo Car USA LLC · 74,027 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles manufactured February 16, 2015, to August 22, 2016. On the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt buckle attaching stud may loosen, allowing the buckle to separate from the seat belt bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages" and number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
The risk: If the seat belt buckle separates from the bracket, the front seat passenger may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt buckle stud, replacing the seat belt buckle as needed, free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89708.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system5
Fuel/propulsion system3
Air bags2
Engine2
Power train2
Tires2
Unknown or other2
Forward collision avoidance1
Service brakes1
Steering1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 18, 2026 · Tires
235/55R19. Tire blowed up while driving on the interstate highway I-57. Tire pressure was checked at 35 psi before the ride.

Jul 22, 2026 · Unknown or other · fire reported
Pulling into a gas station, a turtle warning light (limp mode) came on in the dash, and the car started moving very slowly. Moments later the engine was on fire. Basically the entire front end of the car melted away before the fire department in New Buffalo, Mich., could put it out.

Feb 19, 2024 · Electrical system
The support battery for start/stop started to show on the dash and tells me that service is required about 2 weeks ago. "THE LOCATION OF THE BATTERY IS MY CONCERN". A month ago, the air coming out from the vent of the ac/heater started to smell like a rotten egg, a very strong smell that gives me a headache and makes…

Jun 5, 2023 · Air bags
SRS Airbag light came on three times in a month but did not stay on. Took it to Volvo dealership to see what the issue was. According to dealership- there was loose pin tension in the left front door harness. They checked for codes and received SRS B11A081 left side pressure sensor message failures. Followed VIDa…

Apr 26, 2023 · Forward collision avoidance · crash reported
I pulled my car out of the garage, I saw I had not taken the trash out and had my foot on brake. the car has an automatic shut off at stops to save gas. It shut off, I jumped out thinking it was "off" as there was no engine sound. The car started back up and started going forward. I attempted to jump in to hit the…

XC60 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2014	2	16	1	0
2015	1	47	3	2
2016	3	38	2	1
2017	4	16	2	1
2018	5	36	4	0
2019	8	37	5	0
2020	6	22	0	0

Across all years, the 2022 XC60 has the most complaints (75). All Volvo XC60 years →

Questions

Does the 2017 Volvo XC60 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2017 Volvo XC60, the most recent reported on November 13, 2018 (Electrical system: software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Volvo XC60?: Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (5 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (3).
How many 2017 Volvo XC60 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 16 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 18, 2026.