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Volvo XC60 (Gen 1) Problems by Year

The first XC60 is one of Volvo’s best-known UK successes: comfortable, safe and usually durable, but AWD, diesel oil leaks and age-related electrical faults still need checking.

Select a year below to see the specific problems affecting that model year, with estimated repair costs and severity ratings.

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Year Periods
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Known Issues
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Serious Faults
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Moderate Issues

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2015–20173 issues20144 issues20134 issues2008–20124 issues

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View MOT history, registration data, and reliability scores for the Volvo XC60 (Gen 1).

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Buying Tips for the Volvo XC60 (Gen 1)

  • ✓Test the powered tailgate repeatedly because weak struts and motor faults are common and expensive if ignored
  • ✓On AWD cars, ask for Haldex servicing because Volvo did not shout loudly enough about it in the standard schedule
  • ✓D5 diesels need oil-leak inspection around the cam cover and breather system, especially if the auxiliary belt area looks dirty
  • ✓Check every door lock, parking sensor and rear electrical feature because tailgate and lock problems are common with age
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