FaultScore

FaultScore report

2012 Volvo XC60 problems

Owners have filed 56 complaints about the 2012 Volvo XC60 with NHTSA between 2012 and 2025. The largest single group is the windows, mirrors & wipers. Across this model's run it ranks 14 of 16 worst.

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FaultScore 49/100

Higher is worse. Measured against the other years of the Volvo XC60.

How this is worked out

The numbers

56

Complaints

5

Crashes reported

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries reported

57,500 mi

Median mileage at failure

Half of reported failures happened before this

27%

Failed under 36,000 miles

Inside a typical bumper-to-bumper warranty

What kind of bad

The letter says how bad. This says what kind — whether this year drew an unusual number of complaints, unusually dangerous ones, or failures that arrived unusually early.

Complaint volume 47 vs 50 Severity 55 vs 50 Early failure 46 vs 50
The dashed ring is 50 — the national norm. Further out is worse.
Complaint volume — 47
Against the median year of the Volvo XC60. 50 means typical for this model; 100 means roughly double.
Severity — 55
10.7% of these complaints involved a crash, fire, injury or death, against a national rate of 9.7%.
Early failure — 46
27% of failures with a mileage on record happened under 36,000 miles, against a national rate of 29%.

How 2012 compares with every other Volvo XC60

Click any bar to open that year's report.

Complaints filed with NHTSA, by model year. Bar colour is the FaultScore grade: A B C D F ungraded

What breaks on a 2012 Volvo XC60

Every complaint is filed against a part. Follow any row for the complaints about that part alone.

Median failure at 79,500 miles

Other & Unspecified 9 16.1%

1 crashes, 0 fires · median 57,500 mi

Body & Structure 4 7.1%

1 crashes, 0 fires · median 60,000 mi

Electrical System 4 7.1%

Median failure at 39,400 miles

Steering 3 5.4%

Median failure at 57,500 miles

Wheels 2 3.6%

Median failure at 13,000 miles

Tires 2 3.6%

Median failure at 41,000 miles

Airbags 2 3.6%

1 crashes, 0 fires · median 49,000 mi

Engine & Cooling 2 3.6%

Median failure at 35,000 miles

Stability & Traction Control 1 1.8%

Median failure at 57,500 miles

Seats 1 1.8%
Seat Belts 1 1.8%
Fuel & Propulsion 1 1.8%

Median failure at 114,000 miles

Acceleration & Cruise Control 1 1.8%

1 crashes, 0 fires · median 800 mi

Transmission & Drivetrain 1 1.8%

1 crashes, 0 fires · median 800 mi

When it fails

Odometer readings owners gave when they filed. About half of all complaints include one.

Under 1,000 miles 3 11.5%
1,000 – 9,999 miles 2 7.7%
10,000 – 24,999 miles 1 3.8%
25,000 – 49,999 miles 5 19.2%
50,000 – 74,999 miles 6 23.1%
75,000 – 99,999 miles 6 23.1%
100,000 – 149,999 miles 3 11.5%

When owners complained

A spike years after the car went on sale usually means a part wearing out on schedule across the whole fleet — the kind of pattern no single owner can see from inside their own car.

Mar 2012 peak 4 Jul 2025

Recalls on the 2012 Volvo XC60

A complaint is one owner's allegation. A recall is the point at which the manufacturer or a regulator agreed the defect is real and dangerous enough to fix for free — however old the car is.

United States — NHTSA

20V378000

SEAT BELTS:FRONT

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.

12V101000

STRUCTURE:BODY

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 S60 AND XC60 PASSENGER VEHICLES. AN INCORRECT MIXTURE OF UNDERBODY COATING AND OVER-APPLICATION CAN RESULT IN RIGID, ICICLE-LIKE AREAS HANGING FROM VEHICLE’S UNDERCARRIAGE.

Risk: IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE UNDERBODY COATING MAY PENETRATE THE FUELS LINES AND CAUSE FUEL LEAKAGE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.

12V075000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 S60, XC60, S80 AND XC70 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 16, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 6, 2011. IN THESE VEHICLES, THE WIRE HARNESS UNDER THE FRONT SEATS MAY HAVE NOT BEEN ATTACHED PROPERLY TO THE SEAT FRAME. AS A RESULT, WHEN THE SEATS ARE MOVED TO ADJUST THE SEATING POSITION, THE WIRE HARNESS MAY GET PULLED, CAUSING IT TO DISCONNECT.

Risk: IN THE EVENT OF CRASH, THE FRONT AND/OR SIDE IMPACT AIR BAGS MAY DEPLOY IMPROPERLY OR NOT AT ALL, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY. ALSO, THE LAP BELT PRETENSIONER MAY NOT DEPLOY.

Canada — Transport Canada

Canada runs its own recall programme, and its campaigns do not always mirror the American ones.

Recall 2020298 24,089 units in Canada

Seats And Restraints

Issue: On certain vehicles, the flexible steel cable that attaches the seat belt to the outside of the front seats may weaken over time. As a result, the seat belt could detach. Safety Risk: A seat belt that detaches in a crash could create an increased risk of injury. Corrective Action: Volvo will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the front-outboard seat belt anchors.

Recall 2012101 136 units in Canada

Fuel System

On certain vehicles, the underbody coating may have been incorrectly formulated and excessively applied during the vehicle assembly process. This can result in rigid, icicle-like formations of underbody coating hanging from the undercarriage of the vehicle, which could damage the fuel lines and cause a leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, remove excessive underbody coating near the fuel lines.

Recall 2012082 3,424 units in Canada

Airbag

On certain vehicles, the wire harness under the driver and/or passenger seat may not have been properly affixed to the seat frame during vehicle assembly. As such, the harness may get caught by the amplifier (mounted under the seat) when seating position is adjusted. If this occurs, the harness connector may detach from the socket and, as a result, the corresponding airbag may not function as intended, causing the instrument panel SRS warning lamp to illuminate. Failure of a frontal airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, secure the wire harness to the driver and/or passenger seat frame.

Recalls cover specific build ranges, so check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or, in Canada, Transport Canada.

Complaints that involved harm

Reports where the owner recorded a crash, a fire, an injury or a death.

at 49,000 miles APO, AE Crash

AIR BAGS

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY DRIVING MY VOLVO XC60. I WAS TRAVELING AT APPROX 100KM/H AND RAN INTO THE BACK OF A SEMI THAT WAS TRAVELING AT AN APPROX SPEED OF 80KM/H. THE IMPACT WAS IN THE RIGHT FRONT (PASSENGER) SIDE OF MY XC-60 AND THE LEFT REAR OF THE SEMI. THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY ANYWHERE ON THE VOLVO. THANKFULLY, NOBODY WAS SERIOUSLY HURT AS ALL WERE WEARING SEATBELTS. BASED ON THE SEVERITY AND SPEED OF THE IMPACT, I AM VERY SUPRISED AND CONCERNED THE AIRBAG SYSTEM DIDN'T FUNCTION.

NHTSA complaint #10818456 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 49,000 miles APO, AE Crash

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY DRIVING MY VOLVO XC60. I WAS TRAVELING AT APPROX 100KM/H AND RAN INTO THE BACK OF A SEMI THAT WAS TRAVELING AT AN APPROX SPEED OF 80KM/H. THE IMPACT WAS IN THE RIGHT FRONT (PASSENGER) SIDE OF MY XC-60 AND THE LEFT REAR OF THE SEMI. THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY ANYWHERE ON THE VOLVO. THANKFULLY, NOBODY WAS SERIOUSLY HURT AS ALL WERE WEARING SEATBELTS. BASED ON THE SEVERITY AND SPEED OF THE IMPACT, I AM VERY SUPRISED AND CONCERNED THE AIRBAG SYSTEM DIDN'T FUNCTION.

NHTSA complaint #10818456 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 49,000 miles APO, AE Crash

STRUCTURE:BODY

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY DRIVING MY VOLVO XC60. I WAS TRAVELING AT APPROX 100KM/H AND RAN INTO THE BACK OF A SEMI THAT WAS TRAVELING AT AN APPROX SPEED OF 80KM/H. THE IMPACT WAS IN THE RIGHT FRONT (PASSENGER) SIDE OF MY XC-60 AND THE LEFT REAR OF THE SEMI. THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY ANYWHERE ON THE VOLVO. THANKFULLY, NOBODY WAS SERIOUSLY HURT AS ALL WERE WEARING SEATBELTS. BASED ON THE SEVERITY AND SPEED OF THE IMPACT, I AM VERY SUPRISED AND CONCERNED THE AIRBAG SYSTEM DIDN'T FUNCTION.

NHTSA complaint #10818456 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 82,000 miles Minneapolis, MN 1 injured

STEERING

LAST EVENING WHEN TURNING A CORNER MY FINGER WAS CUT BY THE METAL PORTION OF THE STEERING WHEEL. WHEN I GOT HOME, I NOTICED THAT AT THE "6 O'CLOCK" POSITION THERE WAS SHARP METAL THAT HAS COME LOOSE AND THAT IS WHAT CUT MY FINGER. I DID SOME RESEARCH AND THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR. ALSO, UPON CALLING THE DEALER THIS MORNING THEY SAID THEY KEEP A NUMBER OF THE REPLACEMENT PARTS IN INVENTORY BECAUSE IT HAPPENS ALL THE TIME. MUCH TO MY SURPRISE THERE HAS NOT BEEN A SAFETY RECALL. THE DEALER SAID THEY WILL WORK WITH ME ON THE PRICE, BUT WOULD NOT COVER IT BECAUSE MY CAR IS OUT OF WARRANTY. I REALLY THINK IF PEOPLE ARE GETTING CUT THIS SHOULD BE RAISED TO A RECALL LEVEL.

NHTSA complaint #10726242 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 800 miles Marblehead, MA Crash

POWER TRAIN

UNCONTROLLABLE ACCELERATION, OVERRIDING BRAKE: UNEXPLAINED ACCIDENT OCCURRED AS I HAD PULLED INTO ANGLE PARKING SLOT, FOOT ON BRAKE READY TO SHIFT TO "PARK" . SUDDENLY THE CAR UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED FORWARD ABOUT 5 FEET AND LURCHED INTO THE WOODEN PARKING BARRIER THAT DELINEATES THE EDGE OF THE PARKING LOT, CRACKING IT. ENGINE WAS REVVING. I SHIFTED INTO REVERSE TO GET BACK INTO PARKING SPOT (FOOT ON BRAKE NECESSARY TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE) AND CAR ACCELERATED BACKWARD TOTALLY OUT OF MY CONTROL, ONLY STOPPED AFTER BACKING INTO CAR PARKED ON OPPOSITE SIDE. PASSERBY SAID HE HEARD THE ENGINE REVVING FROM THE OTHER SIDE OF THE LOT! AT THIS POINT I SHIFTED INTO "DRIVE" AND, WITH CAR NOW UNDER MY CONTROL, RETURNED TO ORIGINAL SPOT. I REFUSED TO DRIVE CAR AGAIN WHEN POLICE ASKED ME TO SHOW WHAT HAD HAPPENED- HAD IT TOWED, VOLVO USA TECHNICIAN REPORTEDLY FOUND NOTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR, ( THE REPORT IS AN INTERNAL VOLVO DOCUMENT NOT AVAILABLE TO ME). THIS WAS A FRIGHTENING, HORRIFYING INCIDENT, WITH RAPID ACCELERATION OCCURRING BOTH FORWARD AND IN REVERSE, DESPITE FOOT ON BRAKE. CAR IS EQUIPPED WITH MULTIPLE SAFETY FEATURES. PEOPLE COULD HAVE BEEN HURT- LUCKILY NO ONE WAS. OVER NEXT COUPLE OF WEEKS, I WENT OVER EVERY POSSIBILITY, BUT MUST CONCLUDE IT WAS A MALFUNCTION OF THE CAR.

NHTSA complaint #10454218 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 800 miles Marblehead, MA Crash

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

UNCONTROLLABLE ACCELERATION, OVERRIDING BRAKE: UNEXPLAINED ACCIDENT OCCURRED AS I HAD PULLED INTO ANGLE PARKING SLOT, FOOT ON BRAKE READY TO SHIFT TO "PARK" . SUDDENLY THE CAR UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED FORWARD ABOUT 5 FEET AND LURCHED INTO THE WOODEN PARKING BARRIER THAT DELINEATES THE EDGE OF THE PARKING LOT, CRACKING IT. ENGINE WAS REVVING. I SHIFTED INTO REVERSE TO GET BACK INTO PARKING SPOT (FOOT ON BRAKE NECESSARY TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE) AND CAR ACCELERATED BACKWARD TOTALLY OUT OF MY CONTROL, ONLY STOPPED AFTER BACKING INTO CAR PARKED ON OPPOSITE SIDE. PASSERBY SAID HE HEARD THE ENGINE REVVING FROM THE OTHER SIDE OF THE LOT! AT THIS POINT I SHIFTED INTO "DRIVE" AND, WITH CAR NOW UNDER MY CONTROL, RETURNED TO ORIGINAL SPOT. I REFUSED TO DRIVE CAR AGAIN WHEN POLICE ASKED ME TO SHOW WHAT HAD HAPPENED- HAD IT TOWED, VOLVO USA TECHNICIAN REPORTEDLY FOUND NOTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR, ( THE REPORT IS AN INTERNAL VOLVO DOCUMENT NOT AVAILABLE TO ME). THIS WAS A FRIGHTENING, HORRIFYING INCIDENT, WITH RAPID ACCELERATION OCCURRING BOTH FORWARD AND IN REVERSE, DESPITE FOOT ON BRAKE. CAR IS EQUIPPED WITH MULTIPLE SAFETY FEATURES. PEOPLE COULD HAVE BEEN HURT- LUCKILY NO ONE WAS. OVER NEXT COUPLE OF WEEKS, I WENT OVER EVERY POSSIBILITY, BUT MUST CONCLUDE IT WAS A MALFUNCTION OF THE CAR.

NHTSA complaint #10454218 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

The most recent complaints

In the owners' own words, exactly as filed with NHTSA.

Martinsburg, WV

TIRES

Four tires purchased June 2022. As of July 2025 with 17,500 miles on the tires there is ozone/weather cracking on the entire tire and the sidewall near the rim is failing with the cord visible on one tire.

NHTSA complaint #11672211 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 61,174 miles Hendersonville, TN

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

The contact owns a 2012 Volvo XC60. The contact stated that while it was raining, water seeped through the driver's side front windshield and onto the steering wheel. The contact placed a towel on top of the steering wheel to prevent water from damaging the electrical system. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 61,174.

NHTSA complaint #11591814 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Marietta, GA

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

The windshield leaks constantly. I'm worried about the windshield blowing out or electrical components being damaged. This seems to be a constant complaint according to internet search. Why hasn't this been addressed as a safety issue and a recall ordered?

NHTSA complaint #11566639 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Pleasanton, CA

VISIBILITY/WIPER

During rain, water is leaking inside the car from the driver’s side windshield while I’m driving, obstructing my vision.

NHTSA complaint #11561587 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Bryan, TX

SEATS

It was explained to me that since the Back rear seat in the Volvo XC60 seatbelt had a fault that it alerted the SRS airbag system. In event of a crash the airbags in my car would not deploy and that the only remedy was to replace the entire seatbelt in the Volvo. To prove this point I took my car in to a Volvo dealership and the technicians offered the fix as the only way my cars airbags would work if i got it fixed.

NHTSA complaint #11522879 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Bryan, TX

SEAT BELTS

It was explained to me that since the Back rear seat in the Volvo XC60 seatbelt had a fault that it alerted the SRS airbag system. In event of a crash the airbags in my car would not deploy and that the only remedy was to replace the entire seatbelt in the Volvo. To prove this point I took my car in to a Volvo dealership and the technicians offered the fix as the only way my cars airbags would work if i got it fixed.

NHTSA complaint #11522879 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Bryan, TX

AIR BAGS

It was explained to me that since the Back rear seat in the Volvo XC60 seatbelt had a fault that it alerted the SRS airbag system. In event of a crash the airbags in my car would not deploy and that the only remedy was to replace the entire seatbelt in the Volvo. To prove this point I took my car in to a Volvo dealership and the technicians offered the fix as the only way my cars airbags would work if i got it fixed.

NHTSA complaint #11522879 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Clifton, VA

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

On October 12, 2022 while driving home from the Schar Cancer Center in Fairfax, my 2012 Volvo XC60 experienced an end of life event. My check engine light came on when I entered my neighborhood. The car began sputtering and the gas pedal was delayed and at times, unresponsive. I was able to make it to my house and made an appointment to service my Volvo. My Volvo was towed to GT Peace Automotive on November 6. The three-week delay was due to their backlog of work. They are a trusted repair service and have provided service to all my vehicles over the past four years. The attached document indicates their assessment. Highlights include that the Volvo was a fire hazard in its current condition, the ignition coils were melted, and the circuits are shorted. GT Peace provided an estimate of $3,500 for repairs as a starting point to fully replace the engine harness. Their evaluation concluded that, based on other findings, the cost would easily go north of $3,500, possibly to $5,500. Based on this assessment and the CARFAX History Based Value of my vehicle (private party value of $10,170), it was in my best interest to donate the vehicle. I gave it to the Auto Tech program at Centreville High School on November 9, 2022.

NHTSA complaint #11493444 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Ramsey, NJ

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

A faulty radiator anti-tamper device caused loss of communication to the engine control computer. The check engine light turns on and “charging failure-service urgent” message pops up during driving. Which cause the drivers worry even panic. I talked to local dealer several times. I was told to change battery everytime. But my battery and alternator were both tested fine. The message could pop up right after full charged battery. There are many complains at Volvo forums. Volvo knows the issue, but they decided not to recall it. The check engine light and messages pops up on and off by itself. The DTC codes are normally U0286 and/or B1087. I am already changed one battery. The problem is still there. It could cause accident because the message pops up during driving on highway and cause unnecessary worry and panic.

NHTSA complaint #11488496 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Culver City, CA

ENGINE

"Failure Charging" warning advisory light came on the dashboard. This problem has been going on for the whole ten years I have owned this vehicle. I am the original owner of this Volvo and had some engine warning on the dashboard since the first month. I took vehicle in to the Culver City Volvo for 1000 miles check-up and annual oil change and check-up for 5 years under warranty and requested software update and reported the engine stalling during the first month. The "failure charging" or "engine check" or "dangerous" "immediate" repair needed signs came on sometimes and did not come on other time. When the "failure charging" sign comes on and the engine is turned off and restarted the warning would go away sometimes. I believe this is a Volvo vehicle computer software malfunction. I reported this problem to the dealer for 5 years during annual service appointments. This problem was not solved and I have lived with this, stupidly patient for 10 years. Today, problem light came on during biennial smog check for vehicle license renewal and failed the smog test. So, I informed the mechanic and tried a second test several minutes later and passed the second time because the software problem did not surface this time. So, my question is: has this Volvo software problem been reported by others as I have heard by word of mouth that this software problem is found on Volvo cars? And, has there been a recall to fix this Volvo software problem? When this "failure charging" sign comes on, it is very worrisome and makes me feel the vehicle may stop on the road.

NHTSA complaint #11479461 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Amherst, NH

VISIBILITY/WIPER

The front windshield was not properly sealed during manufacturing and is now leaking when it rains. Water drips down the inside of the windshield in front of the driver resulting in distraction and poor visibility. I also fear that in an accident the windshield would not perform as it should and would be a safety issue. I brought it to the Volvo dealer and they just said I had to have it replaced but they do not provide that service. I brought it to a windshield service center and the technician was able to push on the windshield with only his hand and confirm that it was not sealed and showed movement. They also mentioned that have seen this issue many times with these cars. There were no warnings other than the leak which started a few months ago.

NHTSA complaint #11475160 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Greenwood, IN

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Lately my vehicle has been shutting off power when I hard right turn during parking everything shut off then I have to restart it again, but the scary part was what happened this morning I was driving on interstate and as I was charging lanes it almost powered off again but it picked up.

NHTSA complaint #11473653 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Milwaukee, WI

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

The windshield was not sealed properly during manufacturing because of a problem with the sealant used. This has caused a leak from the windshield on both the driver and passenger side from the top of the windshield when it rains. This creates lowered visibility when driving with water on the inside of the car, and also causes driving distractions while operating the vehicle. This improperly installed windshield also has caused malfunctions in electrical components in the windshield. There are no warning lights for this issue, but the windshield must be resealed by an auto glass technician.

NHTSA complaint #11467173 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

West Linn, OR

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Manufacturers original windshield began leaking. On inspection windshield is not properly bonded or adhered to vehicle body and is able to be pushed off the body of the vehicle with little pressure from the inside of the cabin. Windshield repair company advised me to look for a recall notice they were so concerned. Didn't find one, so I wanted to report a safety concern

NHTSA complaint #11463555 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Hingham, MA

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Original front windshield separating from frame of car. Leaking water during rain / melting snow. In cold weather forms ICE/FROST on INTERIOR posing visibility hazard! Autobody worker showed me how the windshield MOVED when he pushed on it with nothing more than his hand - warned me this is also a structural risk in case of crash. He stated he has personally seen hundreds of these on same model car for this year and the two following. Doesn't know why the company doesn't issue a recall!

NHTSA complaint #11458849 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Atlanta, GA

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Our 2012 Volvo XC60 has a problem with the seal along the top of the windshield, which allows water into the interior of the car. It can end up dripping onto my lap while driving, which is distracting and a potential safety issue, and it also can obstruct visibility as water runs down the inside of the glass.

NHTSA complaint #11458433 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Battle Ground, WA

VISIBILITY/WIPER

During heavy rains and movement there is water leaking into the vehicle along the top drivers inside of the windshield. It also drips onto the steering wheel which often startles me while actively driving. The windshield has no cracks and is the original windshield.

NHTSA complaint #11446687 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Noblesville, IN

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

There is a steady leak in the top left (driver side) of the windshield. Heard from the Tom Wood service and collision department that this is a common problem with these vehicles.

NHTSA complaint #11445465 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

La Quinta, CA

VISIBILITY/WIPER

When it rains or I go through the car wash the windshield leaks water that runs down the inside of the glass and has stained the headliner

NHTSA complaint #11444016 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Austin, TX

VISIBILITY/WIPER

When it rains or when getting a car wash, the windshield leaks water into car.

NHTSA complaint #11429078 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Ramsey, NJ

STRUCTURE:BODY

The rain water leaking through windshield. It could cause rust in the frame, then cause the failure of whole structure. I checked the Volvo forums, seems there are many Volvo owners have similar issues. I owned other cars, it’s the first time I had leaking water through perimeter of windshield.

NHTSA complaint #11428956 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Torrington, CT

VISIBILITY/WIPER

My volvo windshield started leaking from the top seal. When it rains water runs down the entire inside of the front windshield.

NHTSA complaint #11428081 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

West End, NC

STRUCTURE:BODY

My left front door failed to open using the outside handle. I have tried unsuccessfully to fix the problem by removing the inside door panel, the door window, and the surrounding hardware and electrical components. I contend that this is a safety hazard because a)a rescuer would fail to get the driver out of the vehicle in case of an accident and b)the door could open while driving because the latch contains a defective part. Other Volvo models have been recalled because of this problem, but my Vin number is currently not included in the recall. I contend that it should be recalled for my vehicle.

NHTSA complaint #11422492 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Honolulu, HI

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Windshield seal failed causing water to leak into car

NHTSA complaint #11419429 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

North Chesterfield, VA

VISIBILITY/WIPER

SEVERE INTERIOR WATER LEAK FROM TOP OF WINDSHIELD WHENEVER IT RAINS, DURING A CARWASH, ETC. - CREATING VISIBILITY PROBLEMS FOR THE DRIVER & A RESULTING SAFETY HAZARD SINCE THE WINDSHIELD IS NOT SUITABLY SEALED. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN GARAGE PARKED, NEVER BEEN IN ANY TYPE OF COLLISION, AND NEVER BEEN DAMAGED IN ANY WAY. WINDSHIELD LEAKAGE IS A COMMON ISSUE WITH VOLVOS, EVEN THOUGH THE MANUFACTURER AND LOCAL DEALERSHIPS CONTINUE TO DENY THERE IS A PROBLEM.

NHTSA complaint #11385006 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.