2017 Volvo V60 Safety Report
2017 VOLVO V60 Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2017 Volvo V60
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2017 Volvo V60. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (6) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Low (6) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 0 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Unknown Or Other | Compare unknown or other issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2018 | Compare against the 2018 Volvo V60 with 1 complaints and 2 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2015 | Check the 2015 Volvo V60 before buying across this generation. |
Volvo V60 Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Volvo V60 years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Volvo V60 | 1 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2016 Volvo V60 | 13 | 4 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2015 Volvo V60 | 21 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2017 Volvo V60 Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2017 Volvo V60, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Unknown Or Other
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Volvo onlyPower Train,Fuel/Propulsion System
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Fuel/Propulsion System issues Volvo onlySeats
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Seats issues Volvo onlyUnknown Or Other,Forward Collision Avoidance
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other,Forward Collision Avoidance issues Volvo onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2017 Volvo V60
Reliability Score
The 2017 Volvo V60 receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
Known Issues for the 2017 Volvo V60
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2017 Volvo V60:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Belt Buckle Assembly Volvo is recalling certain 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, and V60 Cross Country vehicles due to potential issues with the front seat belt buckle assembly. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Sunroof Shattering A sunroof on this vehicle shattered while driving, causing a loud bang and a shower of glass. |
Low | Rare | 0-100k miles |
| Transmission Issues The transmission in the 2017 V60 acts weirdly on second drive, feeling more jerky uphill. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Airbag Malfunction Airbags have been recalled due to potential issues, including unexpected free-wheeling and popping noises from the fuel tank. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2017 Volvo V60:
Transmission issues have been reported, with the transmission acting weirdly on second drive.
Fuel tank noises, similar to boiling water, have been reported.
Airbags have been recalled due to potential issues.
Sunroof shattering has been reported, causing a loud bang and a shower of glass.
Recall Details for the 2017 Volvo V60
The following 6 recalls have been issued for the 2017 Volvo V60 by NHTSA:
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.
Summary: Volvo Car of USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2011-2017 S60, S60I, V60, S60CC and V60CC vehicles. A component within the door latches may break, making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Consequence: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches, 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 R89978.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Summary: Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 S60, S60CC, V60, V60 Cross Country, and XC60 vehicles. The affected vehicles have driver and front passenger seat side mounted side air bags (SAB) with inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Consequence: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front seat side air bags, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89712. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 16V-918.
Summary: Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2017 S60 and S60 Cross Country, V60 and V60 Cross Country, and XC60 vehicles manufactured August 16, 2016, through October 21, 2016. The affected vehicles have driver and front passenger seat side mounted side air bags (SAB) with inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" ...
Consequence: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front seat side air bags, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on February 13, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89712.
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 A...
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.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2017 Volvo V60
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2017 Volvo V60 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The sunroof on this vehicle shattered while I was driving. A loud bang and a shower of glass ensued. There were no vehicles directly ahead of me or aircraft flying overhead when the incident occured. I wasn't insured and was able to pull off the road to inspect. No flying object hit the glass as some suspect. The glass shattered on its own. There have been no issues with the sunroof and opening/...
I am afraid, someone may get KILLED. . . The car unexpectedly just starts to 'free wheel'. It all started approximately 6 weeks ago and progressively became worse. IT IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. I am a retired Software Engineer and worked in military defense for a government contractor. - - so, I know a software problem when I see it. My car just started to 'free wheel' (meaning, I have no co...
THE FRONT SEATS ROCK/WOBBLE BEYOND AN ACCEPTABLE LEVEL AND PRESENT A SAFETY ISSUE. IT'S VERY SUBTLE BUT ONCE YOU NOTICE YOU CAN'T NOT NOTICE. IT HAPPENS ALL THE TIME AT VERY LOW SPEED WHEN BRAKING (I.E. PULLING OUT OF MY GARAGE AND SWITCHING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE) OR EVEN IN SUCH SIMPLE SITUATIONS AS GETTING INTO THE CAR. IT'S THE BACK OF THE SEAT THAT WOBBLES, BUT THE BOTTOM. I TOOK MY CAR INTO M...
I BOUGHT THIS 2017 V60 FROM CRIPPEN VOLVO IN 2019 WITH ONLY AROUND 1000MILES ON IT. I AM THE FIRST OWNER. THE TRANSMISSION ACT WEIRDLY ON THE SECOND DAY I BOUGHT IT. IT HAS A POWE CUT BETWEEN 1ST GEAR AND 2 ND GEAR, JUST LIKE DRVING A MANUAL. (ONLY WHEN IT IS COMPLETELY WARM) BRING IT TO CRIPPEN VOLVO, THEY UPDATE THE SOFTWARE OF TCM, THINGS GET BETTER A BIT. BUT STILL JERKY FROM 1ST GEAR TO 2ND ...
THE POWER GET CUT WHEN SHIFTING FROM 1ST GEAR TO 2ND GEAR. FEEL MORE JERKY WHEN UPHILL. THE FUEL TANK MAKE POPPING NOISE (LIKE BOILING WATER) WHEN IT IS FULL TO THE TOP (100%)
COLLISION PREVENTION AT SLOW SPEED DEFECTIVE
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2017 Volvo V60
Has the 2017 VOLVO V60 been recalled?
Yes, the 2017 VOLVO V60 has 6 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2017 VOLVO V60 have?
The 2017 VOLVO V60 has 6 complaints filed with NHTSA. None of the complaints involved crashes. No injuries or deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2017 VOLVO V60?
The 2017 VOLVO V60 does not have an NHTSA safety rating on file. This can happen for newer model years, specialty vehicles, or models that have not been crash-tested.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 VOLVO V60?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2017 VOLVO V60 involve unknown or other (2 complaints), power train,fuel/propulsion system (2 complaints), seats (1 complaints). Other affected components include unknown or other,forward collision avoidance.
How many crash reports does the 2017 VOLVO V60 have?
There are no crash reports associated with the 2017 VOLVO V60 in the NHTSA database.
How many fire reports does the 2017 VOLVO V60 have?
There are no fire reports for the 2017 VOLVO V60 in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2017 VOLVO V60?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 VOLVO V60.
How many injuries are reported for the 2017 VOLVO V60?
No injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 VOLVO V60.
Should I buy a 2017 VOLVO V60?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2017 VOLVO V60 is research thoroughly before purchasing. It has 6 complaints, 6 recalls. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2017 VOLVO V60?
The components with the most failures on the 2017 VOLVO V60 are: 1. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2 complaints), 2. POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (2 complaints), 3. SEATS (1 complaints), 4. UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (1 complaints). UNKNOWN OR OTHER is the single most-reported problem area with 2 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2017 VOLVO V60?
Be aware of potential recalls for seat belts, latches, and electrical system software. Check for any unusual noises or issues with the transmission or airbags. The 2017 VOLVO V60 has 6 NHTSA complaints and 6 recalls on record.
How reliable is the 2017 VOLVO V60?
The 2017 VOLVO V60 receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 6 owner complaints, 6 recalls, and 0 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Seat Belt Buckle Assembly and Sunroof Shattering.
What are the known issues with the 2017 VOLVO V60?
Known issues with the 2017 VOLVO V60 include: Seat Belt Buckle Assembly, Sunroof Shattering, Transmission Issues, Airbag Malfunction. These are based on patterns found across 6 NHTSA complaints. 6 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any recalls for the 2017 VOLVO V60?
Yes, there are recalls for seat belts, latches, and electrical system software issues.
What are the common problems with the 2017 VOLVO V60?
Common problems include transmission issues, fuel tank noises, and airbag malfunctions.
Is the sunroof on the 2017 VOLVO V60 safe?
There have been reports of sunroof shattering, so it's important to check for any damage.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be aware of potential recalls for seat belts, latches, and electrical system software. Check for any unusual noises or issues with the transmission or airbags.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2017 Volvo V60
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2017 Volvo V60. The data includes 6 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 6 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-17