2012 Volvo XC60 vs 2013 Volvo XC60
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Volvo XC60 | 2013 Volvo XC60 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 46 | 66 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 253 | 262 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 20–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volvo XC60 | Volvo XC60 |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 19 | 27 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 9 |
| Structure | 4 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 7 |
| Steering | 3 | 2 |
| Visibility | 3 | 2 |
| Engine | 2 | 3 |
| Tires | 2 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Water leaks | 7 | 9 |
| Stalling | 0 | 7 |
2012 Volvo XC60
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.