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2020 Volvo XC60 Recalls

NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Volvo XC60 — 2 of them relate to electrical system. Recalls are published by year, make and model rather than per-VIN, so check your exact vehicle at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at any franchised dealer, whatever the age of the car or who owns it now.

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These campaigns cover the 2020 Volvo XC60 as a model line. Decode your VIN to see the build details for your specific car, then confirm the recalls against it at NHTSA.

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25V179000

Electrical System · Software

A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.

The riskA short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.

The fix — freeOwners 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.

What was foundVolvo 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.

25V179000 at NHTSA
23V001000

Steering

A screw inside the gearbox housing can cause the steering wheel to lock up and increase the risk of a crash.

The riskA screw inside the gearbox housing can cause the steering wheel to lock up and increase the risk of a crash.

The fix — freeDealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10213.

What was foundVolvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2022 V60CC, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. During steering gear assembly, double screws may have been assembled on top of each other, which can cause a screw to fall into the gearbox housing.

23V001000 at NHTSA
21V716000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip

Separation of the rotor and shaft may cause a reduction in braking assistance and a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic…

The riskSeparation of the rotor and shaft may cause a reduction in braking assistance and a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC), increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix — freeDealers will replace the hydraulic unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 22, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10120.

What was foundVolvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 S90L, 2020-2021 XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An improperly welded rotor and shaft may separate within the integrated brake system.

21V716000 at NHTSA
21V414000

Electrical System · Wiring · Fuses And Circuit Breakers

Failure of the low-pressure fuel pump can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The riskFailure of the low-pressure fuel pump can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix — freeDealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10100.

What was foundVolvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2020 V90, XC60, S60, V60, V60CC, S90, V90CC, S90L, and XC90 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail.

21V414000 at NHTSA
20V503000

Visibility · Windshield Wiper/washer · Linkages

The risk of the front wiper arms nut fixation to loosen and not holding the arm in correct position, the wiper function could be reduced…

The riskThe risk of the front wiper arms nut fixation to loosen and not holding the arm in correct position, the wiper function could be reduced and vision could be impaired, thus increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix — freeVolvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the nuts holding the front windshield wiper arms in position, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10044.

What was foundVolvo Car of N.A., LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2018-2020 XC60 vehicles. The nuts that secure the front wipers may not have been sufficiently tightened, possibly causing the wipers to not function properly.

20V503000 at NHTSA
20V144000

Forward Collision Avoidance · Automatic Emergency Braking

If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.

The riskIf the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix — freeVolvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R29998.

What was foundVolvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.

20V144000 at NHTSA

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Campaign data is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is refreshed daily. Check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov — their lookup can confirm applicability and repair status for a specific vehicle; this page lists model-level campaigns.

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