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Reliability Guide

Common Problems with the
2014 Volvo XC60 (Gen 1)

We've identified 4 known issues that can affect the 2014 Volvo XC60 (Gen 1). None are considered critical, but they're worth knowing about before you buy.

4
Known Issues
0
Serious
3
Moderate
1
Minor

All Known Issues

Powered tailgate strut or motor failure

ModerateBodywork & Rust

The electric tailgate mechanism often weakens or stops working, leaving the boot reluctant to open fully or stay up.

Est. Repair Cost: £400–£800
Warning Signs:

Tailgate stops halfway, Boot drops after opening, Grinding or clicking from tailgate area

What to Inspect:
  • Cycle the tailgate several times
  • Check for manual assistance being needed
  • Inspect for prior strut or motor replacement
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D5 cam cover and breather oil leaks

ModerateEngine

The older D5 engine can leak oil from the cam cover and PCV-related areas, and oil contamination near the auxiliary belt should not be ignored.

Est. Repair Cost: £300–£600
Warning Signs:

Oily residue around top of engine, Burning oil smell, Gradual oil-level drop

What to Inspect:
  • Inspect around cam cover and breather lines
  • Check belt area for oil contamination
  • Verify oil level and change history
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Haldex pump failure

ModerateGearbox & Transmission

AWD cars can lose rear-drive assistance when the Haldex pump or its filter clogs through missed servicing.

Est. Repair Cost: £250–£600
Warning Signs:

Front-wheel-drive feel in poor weather, Traction warning messages, No evidence the rear axle is contributing

What to Inspect:
  • Haldex service invoices
  • Matched tyres across axles
  • Specialist scan if buying an AWD model
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Door lock actuator failure

MinorBodywork & Rust

Individual door latches fail and cause one or more doors to ignore the remote or refuse to unlock cleanly.

Est. Repair Cost: £150–£300 per door
Warning Signs:

One door stays locked, Remote works on some doors only, Occasional double-unlock attempts needed

What to Inspect:
  • Test every door with both keys
  • Check child-lock and deadlock functions
  • Listen for weak actuator movement
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Buying Tips for 2014 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
20132015–2017
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