2021 Toyota RAV4 vs 2021 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 | 2021 Toyota RAV4 | 2021 Volvo XC60 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 380 | 44 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 228 | 222 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 46 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–40 | 23–27 |
| Median reported mileage | 23,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota RAV4 | Volvo XC60 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 125 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 46 | 12 |
| Engine | 38 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 20 | 9 |
| Steering | 20 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 21 | 5 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 17 | 6 |
| Power Train | 20 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 12 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
2021 Toyota RAV4
2021 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.