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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 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (9%)

$1000 - $2499 (5%)

$500 - $999 (18%)

$100 - $499 (23%)

< $100 (45%)

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Chart based on 44 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2018 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

42000 mi Noise coming from suspension when driving over rough roads. Cause: Loose front sway bar, Resolution: Tighten sway bar to spec. 

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2016 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

41000 mi

US $1780
Steering wheel would jolt over rough or bumpy roads. HORRIBLE torque steer. Control arm bushing completely worn out. Replaced by local shop. 

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2014 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

139000 mi

US $400
Rear springs replaced due to cracks and age. 

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2013 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

80000 mi

US $500
There was some washboard involved but front left wheel came flying off at 90 MPH 

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2013 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

85000 mi

US $520
I had to replace the rear shocks because one of them broke. 

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2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

61500 mi

US $800
Back Bushings need to be replaced/repaired 
96720 mi

C $869
Two Trailing arm bushings replaced (part 31476221 - sort may not be ‘suspension’) 
33480 mi Car was making loud clunking noise whenever we went over a bump. Diagnosed that the steering rack needed to be replaced. Covered by warranty. Parts had to be ordered from Sweden. We were given a free loaner while our car was in the shop. 
60000 mi replaced power steering reservoir. 

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2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

40920 mi Steering wheel making noise when I turn it. I went to dealer, he suggested to replace the Wheel Steering-Rack and Pinion unit. 

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2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

15000 mi Steering oil leakage 

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2012 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

48800 mi Replace rear wheel bearing 
91000 mi

US $3800
New shocks and struts 

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2011.5 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

52257 mi Steering Wheel shake while braking at high speeds 75 MPH+ -- Could not duplicate condition 

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2011 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

128000 mi

US $200
Real Coil broke 

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2010 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

88 mi

US $1600
wheel hub bearing 
70000 mi

US $3000
Rack and pinion replaced do to leak. 
98400 mi

US $334
Replaced worn front sway bar links---excessive free play in joints 
108717 mi

US $745
Both rear springs were broken. Replaced springs. 
8000 mi Leaking power steering reservoir, replaced under warranty 
73000 mi

US $197
Noisy bearing. Replaced RR hub. 
80000 mi

US $290
Low speed creaking/rattle noise from front end over light bumps. Diagnosed by dealer techs as worn lower control arm bushings. 
122000 mi

US $125
Creaking noises from suspension diagnosed as worn swaybar end links. Replaced all 4 swaybar end links. 
24000 mi Left rear hub bearing is going out. Car is under warranty. Parts have been ordered, but they are proving slow to arrive. Car is drivable. 
25000 mi Hub bearing assembly replaced. 
38800 mi Replaced right rear wheel bearing. 
52000 mi Broken rear coil spring, drivers side. Replaced under warranty. 
53000 mi Broken rear coil spring, passenger side. rear bushings were both defective after replacement of coil springs 
73500 mi

US $800
Broken coil springs on both passengerr and driver sides 
85000 mi

US $2700
and wheel bearing failure 
19600 mi 1 front tie rod end broken, other one replaced 
105000 mi

US $900
Both rear suspension coils cracked - replaced both 
22000 mi Replace steering rack to stop power steering fluid leak 
60000 mi

US $528
Advisor said system showed evidence of leaking. Fluid cost 60.00 and $125.00 to put in. Never again will I go by what they say.. I am from the SHOW ME state from now on. I feel this was unwarranted. No steering problems evident Bill Boost? 

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2010 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 202hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

76260 mi

A $400
Worn. Part replaced 

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2010 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

84720 mi

€700
Replace the shock absorbers with custom hand made! 
86800 mi

€200
Mounting, link, Front Axle Right & Left Rear 
141360 mi

€20
Rear shock absorbers, rear top mount and bump stop Rear axle Tie rod / Axle strut 

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2010 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

turbocharged 173hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD

150000 mi

£260
Rear trailing arm bushes worn out, replaced. 

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2010 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

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

37080 mi Delaminates bushing on left rear suspension link 
55800 mi

C $500
left front wheel bearing had to be replaced. 
43400 mi Changed front suspension ball joint - left side. Changed front brake pads and disks. 
127720 mi

C $3000
Stabilizer bar parts needed a change 
96800 mi right front shock absorber making squishy sounds, feels soft. NO ACTION taken by dealership - though for the same problem on left front in Jan 2015 they replaced both control arms under warranty. 

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2010 Volvo XC60 4dr SUV

56000 mi

£150
Broken rear road spring 

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