What is the most common problem with Volvo? Is it the engine, transmissions, electronics, suspension or reliability? Owner experience in our forum, or the number of recalls involving specific car parts, may provide the answer.
The common Volvo’s issues by model
Recent Volvo Problems
VOLVO XC40 (2022 – 2023) – The left rear indicator may stop working
VOLVO CAR XC40 (2022-10-13 – 2023-12-20) RECALL: Problem description: Due to a software error the left rear indicator may stop working. Should this happen it will be an intermittent issue and a message will be shown in the driver display. By turning the indictor off and back on again the indicator should return to full … Read more
VOLVO S60 (2021 – 2023) – Oil leak
VOLVO CAR S60 (2021-10-19 – 2023-07-13) RECALL: Problem description: During driving or idle the O-Ring may become twisted or break. Should this occur there could be an oil leak a message for low engine oil level displayed in the vehicle or an unusual smell in the cabin. In a worst case scenario this could cause … Read more
VOLVO V60 (2021 – 2023) – Oil leak
VOLVO CAR V60 (2020-12-02 – 2023-07-06) RECALL: Problem description: During driving or idle the O-Ring may become twisted or break. Should this occur there could be an oil leak a message for low engine oil level displayed in the vehicle or an unusual smell in the cabin. In a worst case scenario this could cause … Read more
If you wish to know more about possible problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.
See also: Volvo Owners’ Reviews.
Latests EU Rapex Volvo Problems
- Volvo EX90 (2025)on 17/10/2025
The tailgate lifting arms may separate when opening or closing the tailgate. The spring inside the arms can rapidly release from the mechanism and the tailgate […]
- Polestar 3 (2024 – 2025)on 27/07/2025
Due to moisture ingress in a connector housing, the internal pins can corrode. This can result in electrical malfunctions, such as parking brake engagement […]
- Volvo EX40 (2020 – 2025)on 11/07/2025
The vehicle’s braking functionality can be disabled while using ‘B’ mode (in plug-in hybrid cars) or One Pedal Drive (in pure electric cars), after […]
Currently 7104 Recalls