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Volvo XC60 repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (36%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (18%)

Other (6%)

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Volvo XC60 brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (2%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (27%)

< $100 (40%)

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2020 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

twincharged 313hp 2.0L I4 Plug-in Hybrid 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

7000 mi [Parking brake] occasionally will not auto release when backing up 

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2019 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

twincharged 316hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

27000 mi

US $150
rotors warped 

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2018 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

twincharged 316hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

10000 mi warped rotors. 

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2018 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

37000 mi

US $300
Warped front rotors but covered by Volvo warranty. Replaced front pads while in the shop. 
46000 mi

US $800
Rear brake pads and rotors. Oil change and filter 

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2016 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

48000 mi

US $1200
Had my shop install front and rear OEM pads and rotors. I purchased myself from Lisle of IL Volvo for great price. He installed for $400 

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2016 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic FWD

20000 mi Front rotors replaced due braking "judder/wobble" - described as "hot spots". 

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2016 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 148hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD

24800 mi

$600
Rear brake pads changed. 

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2015 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 325hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

60000 mi

US $1200
All 4 pads replaced 

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2015 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

39000 mi

US $500
replace rear brakes 
43000 mi

US $200
Replaced rear brake pads 
37000 mi rear pads replaced 

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2015 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

25464 mi Had difficulty setting and releasing hand brake - error message consistently appeared. Dealer downloaded and upgraded software. 
130000 mi

US $120
Problems with at least 1 of 3 sensors on wheels which cause car to turn off ABS system and impose a near halt on car acceleration from start on red lights when car is in Drive and held to,a stop by brakes. It would cost at least $4,000 to replace all sensors. Problem "solved" by shifting to Neutral during red lights and back into Drive on green lights. Fortunately I live in the country. If I lived in the city I would get rid of this awful car. 
138000 mi

US $382
2 sensors needed replacement 

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2015 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic FWD

27000 mi Front brakes replaced 
34000 mi

US $700
Rear brakes and all related parts replaced 
26040 mi

C $648
Totally in shock that at just under 42k, needed rear rotors and pads? It seems rear pads are much thinner and wear faster as they are part of straight line braking, and are always active. Fortunately, I won a $500.00. volvo voucher which I applied. I guess this is the price of safety. I was given option to NOT replace rear rotors, but, in for a penny in for a pound. Seems rear pads are always being used. Rears were at 2mm, fronts at 10mm. Seems volvo should have used a thicker rear pad. 

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2014 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 325hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

47740 mi

C $1200
Front brake job, alignment, oil and filter. 

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2014 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

70000 mi

US $275
The front rotors were starting to warp a bit under hard or sustained braking. Installed a set of slotted and drilled rotors and higher spec pads. OEM rotors and pads were at approximately 40% wear when removed but the passenger side rotor had significant pitting which likely caused the overheat/warped condition. 

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2014 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

240-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

64000 mi

US $466
Front brake pads worn Replaced Front Brake Pads 

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2013 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

60000 mi

US $800
We did some repairs that showed up during a pre-purchase inspection. Oil trap? Leaky brake seal maybe? 
49000 mi replaced rear pads and disks 
58000 mi

US $240
less than 1mm pad left on the rear pads. Replaced rear brake pads 
63000 mi Rear Rotors scored from an electronic parking brake issue. Repaired under warranty by Volvo 

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2013 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

240-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

95000 mi

US $880
The Parking brake would not disengage. Stuck in the on position. Caused by previous work on the car. 

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2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

45000 mi

US $70
Vacuum Brake Booster Pump oil leak. Rebuilt and replaced seals. 
68200 mi

C $600
Rear pads and rotors were replaced. 
93000 mi

C $2000
Brakes stopped working. Warning message to not drive vehicle until serviced. Master cylinder replaced. 

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2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 237hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD

620 mi Sent car for 1st service after I first bought it after 13mths and 1,100km. Complaint brakes being spongy. Dealer did not hesitate to replace and bleed out brake fluid free of charge under warranty. 
1860 mi

$360
DSTC Warning, ABS Sensor Replaced 

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2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

240-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

3780 mi Brake vacuum seal failed. It was replaced under warranty. 

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2011 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

69000 mi

US $1100
ABS control box issue. Had to replace the rear axle as the ABS unit is attached. 
76000 mi

US $550
Brake Vacuum pump leaking. Rebuilt pump 
100000 mi

US $100
chemical smell in a cabin, brake power pump has been leaking and fluid get in a cabin. 

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2011 Volvo XC60 4-door

5-cylinder diesel automatic AWD

4340 mi The city safe suddenly activated in a cue when the nearest car was at least 5 meeters from my car. On the road there was some ice, and there was a sunny afternoon and they told me that could be the reason for city safe to activate. 

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2010 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 281hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

26000 mi City Safety activated when not needed. Happened while slowing for turn, no cars in front, car came to complete halt, city safety activated message appeared. Shop found no codes, could not replicate. Has since happened two more times at same intersection. 
108717 mi

US $266
Brake vacuum pump was leaking. Re-sealed brake vacuum pump. 
2480 mi city safety malfunctioned, new sensor ordered 
7440 mi City Safety again activated incorrectly. Volvo admitted problem with City Safety in very cold weather. Sees exhaust of preceding car as solid. Currently no fix available other than manually deactivating system at the start of each trip. 
107000 mi

US $500
Replaced rear brakes due to wear. Aligned wheels 
97000 mi Replaced 

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2010 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 202hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD

127720 mi

€200
Brake system vacuum pump failed. 

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2010 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

58900 mi

C $550
Rear brake replacement 
127720 mi

C $3000
changed brakes - front 
120000 mi

US $400
brakes 

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2009.5 Volvo XC60 4-door

5-cylinder diesel automatic AWD

99000 mi Electric brake stuck on. 

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