2022 Volvo XC60 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
93/100
#2 most-complained of 16 XC60 years
The 2022 Volvo XC60 has a complaint index of 93, ranking 2nd worst of 16 model years, with 73 complaints, 6 recalls, and 3 crashes reported to NHTSA. Its top problem area is the Electrical System, at 47% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 73
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes / fires
- 3 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 3 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 25
- 23 city / 28 hwy
Top 2022 Volvo XC60 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System34 (47%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras24 (33%)
- Other13 (18%)
- Engine12 (16%)
- Lane Departure8 (11%)
- Brakes6 (8%)
- Fuel System5 (7%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires5 (7%)
- Steering2 (3%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (3%)
What owners report
- Owners report the infotainment and instrument screens going blank or freezing, forcing a full vehicle shutdown and restart to regain function.
- Owners describe the Google-based infotainment system failing along with turn signals, HVAC defrost, and speed limit alerts within weeks of ownership.
- Owners report the vehicle unexpectedly slowing to a crawl with a turtle symbol on the dash, requiring a system reset.
- Owners describe brakes that failed to stop the vehicle on a downhill slope, with the car continuing to creep forward until impact.
- Owners report the rear automatic braking system engaging without warning when no obstacle, vehicle, or person was present.
- Owners describe the lane departure assist failing to recognize yellow lane lines and not operating below 35 mph.
2022 Volvo XC60 recalls
6 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V908000Dec 23, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras413,151 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Back over prevention:software
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Carâs customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.
- NHTSA 25V282000May 8, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras413,151 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Back over prevention:software
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.
- NHTSA 25V179000Mar 24, 2025Electrical System7,483 vehicles
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2020-2021 S90, 2020-2022 S60, V60, XC60, XC90, and 2022 V90 plug-in hybrid vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked.
Risk: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the high-voltage battery module as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the software to monitor the battery. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 28, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10312.
2022 Volvo XC60 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 23 MPG
- Highway
- 28 MPG
- Combined
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,200
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other XC60 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Volvo XC60 reliable?
- Compared to other XC60 model years, the 2022 ranks poorly, sitting 2nd worst out of 16 years with a complaint index of 93 and a verdict of Avoid based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls.
- What are the main problems with the 2022 Volvo XC60?
- NHTSA data shows the top problem area is the Electrical System, covering 47% of complaints, followed by Collision Avoidance & Cameras issues at 33% and Engine complaints at 16%.
- Does the 2022 Volvo XC60 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2022 XC60, covering the rearview camera display, a high-voltage battery short circuit risk, a steering gear assembly defect, an ECM software error, and seat belt retractors.
- How does the 2022 XC60 compare to other XC60 years?
- With a complaint index of 93, the 2022 XC60 ranks worse than most other years; only the 2025 model year, at an index of 100, ranks worse.
- What is the median mileage for reported failures in the 2022 XC60?
- Across all problem areas, NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 27,000 miles for the 2022 XC60, with electrical failures reported at a median of 15,750 miles.