Windshield leaks water into cabin. Volvo dealership charged $190 to diagnose problem. Told me I need a new windshield but they do not do glass replacement or repairs. They said sealant is bad at top of windshield. This is the original factory windshield. They referred me to a independent glass company who quoted $900 - $1285 for replacement. Cannot repair only install new windshield. This seems to be a known problem with Volvo cars and the sealant that was used at factory? Not covered by insurance. Car was parked outside during rain.
2013 Volvo XC60 visibility problems
29 complaints (44% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 84,000.
- owner complaints
- 29
- of this car's complaints
- 44%
- typical mileage
- 84,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Windshield2
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Volvo XC60 visibility problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2013 Volvo XC60 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
During a heavy rain storm, I noticed water running down the inside of the windshield. It impaired my vision.
Faulty seal in OEM windshield sealant/silicone causing water to leak on the inside of car, headliner, and inner windshield. Can cause visibility issues and mildew.
The windshield has come loose at the top allowing water to get into the vehicle when it rains. Water pools on the floor of driver’s side, the headliner gets wet, and the interior smells moldy.
The windshield leaks when I am driving from the passenger side and the driver side. Last rain a lot of water got into the car which makes it very dangerous to drive and obviously to break since it gets slippery. I live in the mountains, and we get a lot of rain and now I have to pay out of pocket to get it diagnosed when even the service advisor said that that particular year and models leaks a lot.
Water enters from the front of the windshield while driving.
Several ounces of water leaking onto drivers hands on steering wheel from top of windshield when braking in adverse weather conditions is a severe and dangerous distraction to driving and braking. Condition first noticed in first heavy rain storm soon after using drive-through car wash, and persisted and worsened steadily thereafter. This condition is particularly dangerous as it occurs only when driver attempts to slow the vehicle at an intersection, and water in the roof flows forward into, and fills, the cavity that contains the top edge of the windshield with a large quantity of water which then flows onto the driver's hands and lap with no warning. Dealer is aware of defective windshield seals common to this year and model but will not assume repair beyond warranty period.
Water leaking every time it rains. Running down the windshield on the inside and making it difficult to see and dangerous as I’m having to wipe while I’m driving.
While driving in the rain, water leaked in the through the top of the windshield, dripping on me and running down the inside of the windshield. This is a distraction for the driver to deal with the shock of getting wet while driving, as well as, and most importantly, a major visibility issue to have to deal with water on the inside of the windshield that impacts the driver's line of sight. I have read online that this model vehicle (and similar) has a known issue with the adhesive securing the windshield in place breaking down over time. If this is not corrected on my vehicle, the windshield could come loose and detach from the vehicle. It is *shocking* that there is not a recall in place for this model and similar vehicles impacted.
The issue is with the windshields separating from the bonding agent ( not sealing ) it is cause for a safety issue not only because it is loose and can move when pushed up , but water is entering the vehicle through the top part of the windshield and entering the electrical controls for the lights and sun roof causing a potential short or shock hazard, not to mention ruining the interior of the vehicle ,( headliner, mold..etc..). I and many other's ( see link below) feel it is necessary to have Volvo make the replacement of windshields in their vehicles . https://beranek.agrrmag.com/2015/04/volvo-glass-bonding-issue/
Questions about the 2013 Volvo XC60 visibility
Does the 2013 Volvo XC60 have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 29 complaints about the visibility of the 2013 Volvo XC60, 44% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2013 Volvo XC60 visibility problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 84,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Volvo XC60 visibility?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Volvo XC60 have the most visibility problems?
The Volvo XC60 model years with the most visibility complaints are 2013 (29 complaints), 2012 (22 complaints) and 2010 (12 complaints).
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).
Other 2013 Volvo XC60 problems
Electrical 9Airbags 7Body 5Driver assistance 3Engine 3Brakes 2Steering 2Acceleration 1Fuel system 1Lights 1Seats 1Transmission 1
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