AI Damage2017 Volvo V60: common problems
Owners of the 2017 Volvo V60 filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, most often about powertrain and fuel/propulsion system. The maker issued 110 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 6
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 110
What fails most often
- 1 Powertrain 33% of all complaints
- 2 Fuel/propulsion system 33% of all complaints
- 3 Seats 17% of all complaints
- 4 Forward collision avoidance 17% of all complaints
- Powertrain: 2 complaints (33% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 2.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 complaints (33% of all).
- Seats: 1 complaints (17% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 1.
- Forward collision avoidance: 1 complaints (17% of all).
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 2 L · petrol · turbo · 4 cyl
- automatic, 8-speed
Drive: FWD, AWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 6 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 46 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Electronic stability control | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Seat belts | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
The front seats rock/wobble beyond an acceptable level and present a safety issue. It's very subtle but once you notice you can't not notice. It happens all the time at very low speed when braking (I.e.
But still jerky from 1st gear to 2nd gear. Bring it to suburban volvo, they reset everything of the software. Things get better a bit, but the problem came back several days after that.
Feel more jerky when uphill. The fuel tank make popping noise (like boiling water) when it is full to the top (100%)
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 1,633 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (among the 22% least complained about).
On average one model year of the V60 has 2 complaints (9 years in the data). This year has 6, above average.
What to check before buying
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Fuel/propulsion system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Seats. Occupant sensor, power adjustment, seat mounts.
- Forward collision avoidance. Radar and camera: calibration after bumper or windshield replacement.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This is a Technical Journal
Text plus 2 PDFs and 1 .PNG Oil Consumption test. Perform the test. Follow service procedure Description and Service sections updated to clarify that vehicle reports are not required.
- This is a TJ text only - The purpose of this TJ is to be a master reference list to easily identify any…
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- This is a Technical Journal
Text plus TJI-516730-1_1_0 Headliner, squeak/rattle noise If a squeaking noise can be heard from the headlining around the sun roof, see instructions under Service referring to TJI-516730-1_1_0
- This is a TJ text, only no attachments - If the Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI) does not work in…
This is a TJ text, only no attachments - If the Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI) does not work in Sensus Connect vehicle, follow advice under "Service". This Technical Journal is only valid for vehicles with…
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Vehicle type and platform identification.
- This is a Technical Journal
AC evaporator repair, additional parts needed. Add resister in line jumper cable.
- This is a Technical Journal
Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a remote session: •Connect a suitable battery maintainer/charger and verify that the battery voltage indicated in VIDA is between 12.5V and 14.9V.
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- This is a Technical Journal
Vehicle/Connectivity report checklist. To provide timely and high-quality feedback to the appropriate department or factory
- This is a Technical Journal
Software Upgrade / Download Guide. If one control unit is upgraded and not all, it may result in various problems.
- Information about valid Software partnumbers to order and download Software for "PDS" Pre-Delivery Service
- This is a Technical Journal
High Temperature Message in DIM after Coolant Pump Replacement. Replace coolant pump
NHTSA lists 110 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Volvo V60?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: powertrain, fuel/propulsion system, seats. Total complaints: 6. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: jerking, harsh shifts (33%), fuel system, fuel smell (17%), hesitation when accelerating (17%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2017 Volvo V60?
NHTSA lists 110 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2017 Volvo V60 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2017 models
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.