NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2011 Volvo Xc60 FWD; the most frequently affected component is seat belts — front. Owners filed 36 complaints, most often about seat belts. Among the 11 model years of this model in the database, 2011 ranks #5 for number of recalls.
Seat belts — FrontCampaign 20V378000 · 30 Jun 2020
Problem: 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.
SeatsCampaign 10V591000 · 22 Nov 2010
Problem: 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 customercare@volvoforlife.com.
Engine and engine coolingCampaign 10V579000 · 17 Nov 2010
Problem: 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 customercare@volvoforlife.com.
Air bags — FrontalCampaign 10V489000 · 13 Oct 2010
Problem: 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.
What owners complain about
Share of the 36 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Seat belts8 · 22%
Unknown or other6 · 17%
Electrical system6 · 17%
Visibility/wiper6 · 17%
Steering3 · 8%
Structure3 · 8%
Engine3 · 8%
Equipment2 · 6%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
Windshield the front seat on the driver and passenger side gets about 2+ inches of water on the floor when it rains. There is a constant dripping of water on the driver's side of the windshield. It drips down on the steering wheel. It has to be dripping elsewhere because of the amount of water that accumulates on the…
I was advised by the volvo service manager that the clamp design resulted in the cutting both of the outer cv boots that was occurring over the years. This is a design error to see a failure like this that can result in a loss of life. Once the boot is cut the grease can catch on fire while driving resulting in an…
The car has needed 4 battery changes and the last two were in july and october. On one occasion the car died and would not start at all. On october 3, like the multiple times before, the low battery sign came up. When the car was taken in the dealer finally found that there software glitch in their words that was…
The seat belt warning light does not stay on for 60 seconds when the seat belt is not fastened. The dealer said that this is normal for the car. *tr
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.