Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2016 Volvo XC60. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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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.
Seat Belt Buckle may Separate/FMVSS 210, 209
- Summary
- 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."
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Starter Motor Fuse May Blow
- Summary
- Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo S60, V60, V60CC, XC60, XC70, and S80 vehicles manufactured April 8, 2015 to August 19, 2015. In certain driving conditions when using the automatic engine stop/start function, the starter motor fuse may blow, preventing the car from restarting when necessary.
- Consequence
- If the vehicle is unexpectedly unable to be started in the middle of traffic, such as when stopped at an intersection, there is an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing starter motor fuse with a higher amperage fuse, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 or by visiting http://volvo.custhelp.com. Volvo's number for this recall is R39574.
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Owner complaints (38)
38 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 38 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 15 | 39.5% |
| Unknown or other | 8 | 21.1% |
| Seat belts | 6 | 15.8% |
| Electrical system | 3 | 7.9% |
| Service brakes | 3 | 7.9% |
| Air bags | 2 | 5.3% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 5.3% |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 5.3% |
| Equipment | 1 | 2.6% |
| Fuel system | 1 | 2.6% |
How 2016 compares with other XC60 years
Best and worst XC60 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 46 | 3 |
| 2013 | 66 | 3 |
| 2014 | 16 | 2 |
| 2015 | 47 | 1 |
| 2016 | 38 | 3 |
| 2017 | 16 | 4 |
| 2018 | 36 | 5 |
| 2019 | 36 | 8 |
| 2020 | 22 | 6 |
| 2021 | 48 | 5 |
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), 2016 Volvo XC60 suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 26 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,600
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 346 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 26 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 30 / 26 | $2,600 | 346 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 29 / 24 | $3,400 | 364 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 400 |
| 2.5 L 5-cyl · 6-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | $3,200 | 409 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 20 | $3,350 | 445 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2016 Volvo XC60 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2016 Volvo XC60 have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 20V378000 (seat belt), 16V798000 (seat belt), 15V555000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2016 Volvo XC60 problems?
Owners filed 38 complaints with NHTSA. Engine (15), Unknown or other (8), Seat belts (6) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2016 Volvo XC60 get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 23 city, 30 highway and 26 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2016 Volvo XC60 get?
NHTSA rated the 2016 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 2016 XC60 compare with other years?
Among the 2012–2021 Volvo XC60 model years at least five years old, the 2014 drew the fewest complaints (16) and the 2013 the most (66). The 2016 drew 38. 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.