2020 Volvo V60H: common problems
The maker issued 102 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 102
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 38 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 37 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Electronic stability control | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Visibility. Wipers, mirrors, defrosters, cracked glass.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This is a Technical Journal
Check Engine Light in DIM (BCM2 P25A268 / U003700). Download software.
- This is a Technical Journal
Vibration/shudder while braking. Replace front brake pads
- This is a Technical Journal
VCM Backup Battery Replacement with VCM-U105000. Replace the VCM Backup Battery and download the relevant Software.
- This is a Technical Journal
If you experience difficulty programming remote keys on Hybrid vehicles, please follow the advise in Technical Journal under service.
- This is a Technical Journal
SPA/CMA - 12V Battery Testing / Maintenance Guide. After capturing a NEW VIDA readout, conduct the steps in VIDA.
- This is a Technical Journal
High Voltage Battery repairs. Always repair the battery according to the methods in VIDA.
- This is a Technical Journal
VIDA Main battery diagnostic - Prompted to charge battery a second time. Use had held tester.
- This is a Technical Journal
SR PHEV Cell Module Replacement. Updated BECM software was released
- This is a Technical Journal
WPC, none or unstable charging. recalibrate the WPC by performing a WPC reload.
- This is a Technical Journal
DIM message about parking brake. Download the available total upgrade software.
- This is a Technical Journal
AC evaporator repair, additional parts needed. Add resister in line jumper cable.
- This is a Technical Journal
12V Battery Testing Method
NHTSA lists 102 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 2020 Volvo V60H?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 102 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2020 Volvo V60H?
NHTSA lists 102 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 2020 Volvo V60H 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 2020 models
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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.