Known faults for Volvo.

Most common faults

Sorted by how many of this make's models each entry applies to.

1. 2.0/2.2 HDi DPF, EGR, turbo and flywheel3 models

   DPF / EGR / turbo / flywheelC30 · S40 (II) / V50 · S80 (II)

2. Volvo V70 / XC70 (2007–2016) weak points from its inspection record2 models

   Known weak pointsS80 (II) · V70 (III) / XC70 (II)

3. Volvo XC60 weak points from its inspection record2 models

   Known weak pointsXC60 (I) · XC60 (II)

4. 1.6 TDCi turbo starved of oil2 models

   Injection / turboC30 · S40 (II) / V50

5. The plug-in hybrid battery stops charging because of the on-board charger (XC90 T8)1 model

   Electrical and electronic systemsXC90 (II)

6. Volvo C30 weak points from its inspection record1 model

   Known weak pointsC30

7. Volvo S60 / V60 (2010–2018) weak points from its inspection record1 model

   Known weak pointsS60 (II) / V60 (I)

8. Volvo S60 / V60 (2018 onwards) weak points from its inspection record1 model

   Known weak pointsS60 (III) / V60 (II)

Models by era

Grouped by the launch year of each generation. Photos show the generation listed; if there is no verified photo, no other car is shown instead.

Recalls

Check what each recall covers: market, production period and VIN. Ask the manufacturer whether a repair is outstanding.

• Volvo airbag and seat-belt recalls (2003–2025)Airbags and seat belts
• Volvo brake recalls (2003–2025)Brakes
• Volvo steering recalls (2006–2016)Steering
• Volvo fuel-system recalls (2003–2021)Fuel system
• Volvo electric and hybrid drive recalls (2020–2026)Electric drive
• Volvo wheel, axle and suspension recalls (2008–2019)Suspension and steering