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2012 Volvo XC60 repairs by problem area
Engine (13%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (6%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (34%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (26%)
Other (11%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 145 repairs.
2012 Volvo XC60 electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (16%)
< $100 (84%)
Chart based on 37 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV
turbocharged 325hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 25000 mi | The audio stopped working after I brought the vehicle in for routine maintenance. |
| 36100 mi | Sound system (Speakers) did not work after navigation system upgrade. |
| 46300 mi | Parking assist needed to be recalibrated. Radio continues to have issues. |
| 25000 mi | Fuel level sensor in fuel tank failed |
| 22300 mi | Electrical errors popped up. Vehicle would not start. Found one cell bad in battery. No cause. |
| 27000 mi | Mirror driver side damaged at last repair. Also malfunctions during heavy rain, unknown cause. Multiple previous repairs to this door. |
| 32000 mi | City safe system was malfunctioning |
| 56000 mi US $400 |
HID Headlights, bulb replaced. |
| 35000 mi | Back up camera failing; mechanic suspects cable, which has to be ordered |
2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 108000 mi US $10 |
The blower for the passenger compartment climate control (heating and air conditioning) had the well-known, Volvo bearing squeal. It was slight when purchased (104,000 miles) and progressed until unbearable (108,000 miles). Since the blower is tucked way up inside the dash, removal and replacement is time-consuming and costly, with shop estimates from $1000 to $1500. I removed the front cowl, and using a flashlight, mirror, and long piece of small diameter tubing (you can use something else I'm sure), I put TriFlow lubricant into the end of the tubing and snaked it in to the front motor bearing (could see that the shaft was a little rusty). I could only put one drop on the bearing at a time, but the bearing was totally silent for almost a year (including freezing winter temps) and is just beginning to occasionally make a little noise. I'll do it again and use more lubricant this time. If you're a DIYer (or if you can get your mechanic to do this), this method saves a lot of time and money. |
| 49600 mi | Could hear a low pitched noise when the AC was on. Pitch changed as engine rev increased. Didn't happen consistently. Service Manager heard it, but said it wasn't worth the cost of repairs unless it got worse. |
| 100000 mi | Compressor for AC unit |
| 43100 mi | Electric hatch lift struts were broken and needed to be replaced |
| 51000 mi US $370 |
Battery had dead cell. Battery was 6 years old. |
| 60000 mi | AC Compressor hose replaced |
| 34100 mi | Fixed front parking sensor. |
| 14000 mi | Outside mirrors would no longer retract. Service tech informed us that it was a common problem that could be resolved by holding down left and right mirror buttons simultaneously. |
| 4340 mi | media centre locked up |
| 55800 mi C $400 |
Paid some $400 to replace a battery that was failing to hold a charge. Car some 5yrs old. Based on above guide I assume this is not a repair. |
| 63240 mi C $35 |
One headlight broken - replaced by Volvo dealer while out-of-town |
| 67580 mi C $150 |
Side mirrors failed to retract properly when car locked/unlocked. Dealer indicated this was subject of Volvo service bulletin - suggested we tried following recommended procedures rather than replace - outcome was successful, no need to replace mirror motor, cost 1 hour labour time. |
| 75980 mi C $2279 |
Blower motor (aka fan motor - part 31291516) replaced |
2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV
turbocharged 237hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| 1240 mi | Prior to starting the engine of the car (when acc mode or equivalent), a message "Alarm system service required". Dealer got rid of message by executing a system reset. Result - SUCCESSFUL |
| 31620 mi | AC BLOWER MOTOR FAN NOISY. Replaced under warranty. |
2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV
turbocharged 212hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 12000 mi | The radio / USB is fine for he first 20 minutes and then here are brief pauses or gaps randomly in playback. The problem has got better with software updates, but still not cured. |
2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV
turbocharged 161hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 92000 mi £119 |
Electric tailgate strut |
2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV
240-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 14000 mi | car would not start in cold weather, even with AAA jumper cables. |
| 19000 mi | Backup camera did not work. Dealer had to order new camera. Installation of new camera is scheduled for June 2. |
| 21000 mi | Rear camera was not working. After replacing it, dealer found wiring harness had to be replaced. I had loaner that I was able to keep for the week it took for the wiring harness to be delivered. |
| 112000 mi US $450 |
and USB port. |
| 60720 mi | Continuing problem with the passenger side mirror. Technician disconnected electronic function fr side and will review it again in the spring. |
| 6000 mi | Issue with the headrest entertainment system. |
| 9500 mi | Issue with the remote keyless entry no longer working on driver's side. |
| 12000 mi | Entertainment system failure, replaced fuses. |
| 10000 mi | Began noticing a mildew smell from A/C system upon start up of engine. Dealer flushed and cleaned system and reset computer code to make the blower work after engine shut off. |
| 18500 mi | Mildew smell again in A/C syst. Dealer flushed syst and chckd to see if after blower was engaged. Dealer says after blower should work, but I still can't hear it engage. Said the smell will probably return when A/C is used again in summer. |
| 25900 mi | Another visit for the awful smell in the AC system. They flushed system and told me to run AC on fresh air and not to use the recycled air as that causes moisture build up. Has been ok since but not repaired. Just masked the problem. |
| 15100 mi | Strong odor from ac vents. Dealer deodorized and set afterblow fan to run longer. |
2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV
240-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 12700 mi | Liftgate electric motors failed in cold temperatures. New electric shock/risers installed under warranty. |
| 23800 mi | Tailgate sensor |
2011.5 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 15081 mi | Abnormal growling noise from A/C compressor at Cold and Hot start and when compressor is engaged. --No abnormal noise heard. Driver's side BLIS does not work or gives constant false alerts. Passenger side remains functional. --No stored codes and is working normal at this time. Road Test OK. |
| 21799 mi | Growling noise on Start-up and A/C engagement from A/C compressor still occurring. -- No abnormal noises heard. |
| 52257 mi | Color/Text wearing off of infotainment control knob. --Control panel replaced $1,500+ but under warranty! Driver's side BLIS still not functioning. CONSTANT false alerts. --Software upgrades installed Rubber smart key button on drivers door cracking and coming off. --Door handle painted and replaced. |
| 59360 mi | A/C compressor growl. --Replaced expansion valve and replaced Freon. |
| 60000 mi US $238 |
One Xenon light turned purple. I provided the Bulbs which were $200 Osram CBI bulbs and the dealer charged $30 to install. |
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