Windshield is original from Volvo but leaks during rain and car washes. Rain floods my driver’s side floor board and heavy enough might effect my electrical system.
The worst 2011 Volvo XC60 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Seat belts8
- Visibility8
- Electrical6
- Engine4
- Body3
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Seat belts8
- Visibility8
- Electrical6
- Engine4
- Body3
- Steering3
- Airbags2
- Brakes2
- Driver assistance2
- Acceleration1
- Fuel system1
- Transmission1
Recalls 4
Seat belts: front
- What is wrong
- Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.
- Risk
- An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 20V378000 · Recall details
Seats
- What is wrong
- Volvo is recalling certain passenger vehicles equipped with power front passenger seats. The front seat rail's detection system was manufactured incorrectly and may permit the passenger to forward the seat beyond the intended maximum.
- Risk
- Positioning of the seat beyond the intended maximum can cause increased risk of injury to the passenger in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the front power seat stops for both front seats for the presence of an "end stop" and repair the vehicles as necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on december 23, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552 or at [email protected].
Recall number 10V591000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011, s80, s60, xc70 and xc60 vehicles. The software calibration for the fuel cut-off functionality in the engine control module (ECM) is too sensitive.
- Risk
- Sudden engine stall could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the ECM and TCM with new software free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 10, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552 or at [email protected].
Recall number 10V579000 · Recall details
Air bags: frontal
- What is wrong
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 s80, xc70, model year 2011 xc60 and model year 2010 v70 vehicles. There may be an intermittent fault in the driver's airbag clockspring wiring connector for the supplemental restraint system.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the driver's frontal airbag may not deploy as intended or at all, and therefore will not be able to properly protect the driver, increasing the risk of injuries.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a metal shim in the driver's air bag clockspring wiring connector. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 20, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 10V489000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2011 Volvo XC60 268
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 2 PDFs and 1 .PNG Oil Consumption test
- This is a TJ text only
- This is a Technical Journal
- This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application
- Volvo Cars USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation has decided to launch...
- This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle/Connectivity report checklist
- This is a Technical Journal: Software Upgrade / Download Guide
- Information about valid Software partnumbers to order and download Software for "PDS" Pre-Delivery Service
- This is a Technical Journal: 12V Battery Testing Method
- Complimentary upgrade C00009 description.
2011 Volvo XC60 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2L 6‑cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 |
| 3.2L 6‑cyl | AWD | 18 | 24 | 20 |
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | AWD | 17 | 22 | 19 |
What 2011 Volvo XC60 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2011 Volvo XC60. The contact stated that the front driver’s side belt was restraining her extremely tightly and failed to release as needed. No warning light was illuminated. The contact also stated that water had leaked from around the windshield into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that water was in the vehicle and the sunroof drain needed to be flushed out however, the contact stated that she was denied service unless the sunroof drain was flushed out. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred, and the contact was concerned for her safety. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 49,000.
The front passenger seat belt will not release without much difficultly. If the vehicle started on fire or went into water, the passenger would likely die. I contacted Volvo and they will not help other than charging over $800 to replace the seat belt.
The contact owns a 2011 Volvo XC60. The contact stated that she noticed an oil leak underneath the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the turbo needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Original OEM front windshield developed a leak causing water to start dripping onto my hands on the steering wheel and on my lap during a rainstorm. seems to be numerous accounts of the front windshield bonding failing, definitely can be hazardous when driving in an already higher-risk situation rain causes. Not to mention the dripping runs down the inside of the windshield they don't make windshield wipers for the inside of the car and you have to wipe it away while driving to help with the visibility.
This SUV. 2011 Volvo XC60 is our family travel vehicle. I had a bad scenario, The drivers side seat belt Buckle got stuck. Would not release, My girlfriend was in car trying to release buckle. This is not normal. its scary felling she told me. In a MVA. this may be a risk of stuck in car. The Dealer had replaced shoulder harness under recall. But My complaint was the seat belt buckle get stuck wont release. It seems to sit too close to seat I don't know why It was not replaced as an assembly. Does any record show seat belt buckle stuck issues and wont release.? Other than the Seat belt gets stuck wont release. My issue I think the buckle should be at a higher above lower seat to accommodate average size people.
Locking mechanisms in passenger side door failing, unable to lock or unlock remotely, have to manually lock or unlock from rear passenger side door to enter vehicle.
Seat belt recall issued june 30, 2020 (info below). Called the volvo dealer (autonation in bellevue, wa) and they reported that no parts will be available until november 2020 and that I should call back then. This appears to be an unreasonable amount of time to replace such a critical piece of safety eqipment. Manufacturer recall number: r10029 the federal safety agency recall number: 204378
The park assist does not work, rear camera not working.
Drivers seatbelt randomly comes undone when driving - unrelated to speed or braking.. Has been occurring for last 15-18 months about 1-2 weekly.
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Questions about the 2011 Volvo XC60
Is the 2011 Volvo XC60 reliable?
Owners have filed 36 complaints about the 2011 Volvo XC60, fewer than a typical XC60 model year.
What is the 2011 Volvo XC60 year score?
The 2011 Volvo XC60 scores 78 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Volvo XC60: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Volvo XC60?
Seat belts, with 8 complaints, typically around 49,000 miles. Next is visibility (8).
How many recalls does the 2011 Volvo XC60 have?
4 recalls, covering seat belts, seats and engine and engine cooling.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Volvo XC60 seat belts?
Yes, 1 recall: 20V378000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
Is there a class action lawsuit over the Volvo XC60?
Yes. New class action says Volvo's Google-based infotainment screens freeze and take climate and rearview camera with them (November 9, 2026).
What gas mileage does the 2011 Volvo XC60 get?
Official estimates for the 2011 Volvo XC60 range from 19 to 21 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.2L 6-cyl, FWD) gets 18 city and 25 highway.
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