Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2013 Volvo XC60. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Seat Belts May Not Restrain Occupant
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
Information Labels/Part 567
- Summary
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S60 and XC60 vehicles, manufactured on January 7, 2013. The product identification labels were printed with the incorrect manufacture year. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification Regulation."
- Consequence
- With an incorrect date of manufacture on the certification label, the vehicle owner may not be to determine if they are affected by future vehicle recalls, increasing their risk of a crash of injury.
- Remedy
- Volvo has quarantined the affected vehicles and will install correct labels prior to sale. The recall began during March 2013. Owner notification letters will not be sent.
Defective SRS Control Unit-All cars quarantined
- Summary
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S60 and XC60 vehicles. A manufacturing defect within the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) control unit may lead to an inadvertent deployment of the seat belt pretensioner and/or inflatable curtain.
- Consequence
- If the seat belt pretensioner and/or inflatable side curtain deploy without cause, the driver could be distracted and the driver's visibility could be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- These vehicles have not been sold and the SRS control unit will be replaced prior to the cars being sold. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
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Owner complaints (66)
66 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The visibility/wiper is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 66 |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 27 | 40.9% |
| Unknown or other | 15 | 22.7% |
| Electrical system | 9 | 13.6% |
| Air bags | 7 | 10.6% |
| Structure | 5 | 7.6% |
| Engine | 3 | 4.5% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 3% |
| Service brakes | 2 | 3% |
| Steering | 2 | 3% |
| Visibility | 2 | 3% |
How 2013 compares with other XC60 years
Best and worst XC60 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 56 | 7 |
| 2011 | 36 | 4 |
| 2012 | 46 | 3 |
| 2013 | 66 | 3 |
| 2014 | 16 | 2 |
| 2015 | 47 | 1 |
| 2016 | 38 | 3 |
| 2017 | 16 | 4 |
| 2018 | 36 | 5 |
| 2019 | 36 | 8 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2013 Volvo XC60 suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 21 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,200
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 415 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 21 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 25 / 21 | $3,200 | 415 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 20 | $3,350 | 445 |
| 3.2 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | $3,350 | 438 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2013 XC60 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2013 Volvo XC60 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2013 Volvo XC60 have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 20V378000 (seat belt), 13V084000 (equipment), 12V439000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2013 Volvo XC60 problems?
Owners filed 66 complaints with NHTSA. Visibility/wiper (27), Unknown or other (15), Electrical system (9) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2013 Volvo XC60 get?
EPA rates the 3.2 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 19 city, 25 highway and 21 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2013 Volvo XC60 get?
NHTSA rated the 2013 Volvo XC60 suv fwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (17.6% rollover risk).
How does the 2013 XC60 compare with other years?
Among the 2010–2019 Volvo XC60 model years at least five years old, the 2014 drew the fewest complaints (16) and the 2013 the most (66). The 2013 drew 66. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.