The electronic tailgate struts/motors have failed for the 3rd time in the cars lifetime. The risk this presents is sudden dropping of the tailgate on heads, fingers or anything in between the ground and the lifted tailgate. The dealer has given a quote for replacement but will not give a quote on the diagnosis instead, simply telling me over the phone the struts need replaced and sending me a $1381.34 invoice via email. I have been working to get it in for diagnosis since August 21 with no luck. Today is September 2. The vehicle component is a well known and documented issue on forums across the V60/90 and XC60/90 SPA platforms. The warnings of this issues occuring are a loud screeching sound and rusting water coming out from the struts, there are no warnings on the dash or in the menu screen. The first time these appeared was in October of 2021, they were replaced then and then again in August 2026, currently awaiting replacement again for the now 3rd set of these struts.
The worst 2019 Volvo V60 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body1
- Visibility1
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- Body1
- Visibility1
Recalls 3
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2020 V90, XC60, S60, V60, V60CC, S90, V90CC, S90L, and XC90 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail.
- Risk
- Failure of the low-pressure fuel pump can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1‑888‑458‑1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10100.
Recall number 21V414000 · Recall details
Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking
- What is wrong
- Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.
- Risk
- If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, 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 R29998.
Recall number 20V144000 · Recall details
Electrical system: software
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 18V800000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2019 Volvo V60 286
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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- This is a Technical Journal text only no attachments : Improved 12V battery test in VIDA. The 12V battery...
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- This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 1 .jpg attachment
- This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens
- This is a Technical Journal: Intermittent knocking noise during acceleration
- This is a Technical Journal: Panoramic sunroof, sealing strip has a gap
- This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 2 PDFs and 1 .PNG Oil Consumption test
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- This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 1 jpg and 1 mp4 file -- If there is a strange chafing or creaking...
What 2019 Volvo V60 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Windshield of vehicle cracked while parked in garage overnight. No impact damage. Crack is a stress fracture in front of the camera / rear view mirror assembly.
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Questions about the 2019 Volvo V60
Is the 2019 Volvo V60 reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2019 Volvo V60, close to a typical V60 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2019 Volvo V60?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is visibility (1).
How many recalls does the 2019 Volvo V60 have?
3 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline, forward collision avoidance and electrical system.
Is there a class action lawsuit over the Volvo V60?
Yes. New class action says Volvo's Google-based infotainment screens freeze and take climate and rearview camera with them (November 9, 2026).
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