2012 Volvo XC60 Volvo XC60 2012

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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%)

Chart based on 145 repairs.
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2012 Volvo XC60 engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (53%)

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Chart based on 15 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

66300 mi Vacuum pump failure for the braking system. 
79110 mi

US $1225
The solenoid that controls the values/pistons needed to be replaced. Also, the oil trap had a small crack was beginning to leak 

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2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

26000 mi Low oil light came on. Volvo replaced dipstick assembly based on TSB No. TJ30021 -- "A faulty engine oil dipstick may allow engine oil to leak out of the crankcase." 
45200 mi

C $1050
Throttle service 
36520 mi orange warning light - apparently related to emission sensor - in first trip in December reset light. in January fixed without charge by replacing sensor. 
52700 mi

C $800
Worn a/c drive mechanism - replaced - out of warranty but 50% contribution from Volvo as a goodwill gesture 
65410 mi

C $100
Warning light showing Dealer ran tests and reset light No repair as such 
96720 mi

C $1888
Replaced AUX BELT, IDLER ROLLER And BELT TENSIONER PULLEYS Right front engine mount replaced Fuel pressure sensor replaced 
102139 mi

C $627
Engine warning light on dash - repair now has LIFETIME WARRANTY Replaced oil trap (#31319643) and updated software 

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2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 212hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

8800 mi Transmission fault reported on in-car alerts. Diagnostics revealed that communication error between gearbox and ECU so software upgraded. 
12700 mi Reporting loss of water and oil pressure and so head gasket investigated and replaced. 
45000 mi Warning light on dash about oil pressure. Problem actually split hose on turbo. Hose replaced. 

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2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

112000 mi

US $450
Vacuum pump leaking, was rebuilt and resealed.  
5000 mi lemon. car would decelerate unexpectedly. multiple error messages. 
17000 mi CEL came on. Dealer replaced evaporative leak detection pump 

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2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

207000 mi

US $600
Oil Trap replacement 

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2012 Volvo XC60 Engine Problems

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