Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
2023 Volvo XC60 B5Recalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 54 owner complaints for the 2023 Volvo XC60 B5. Most complaints involve electrical system (21) and service brakes (9). The EPA rates it 25–26 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Combined MPG
25–26mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
54
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$3,000est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2023 Volvo XC60 B5 as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
54 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2022 – Sep 2026
- Electrical system21
- Service brakes9
- Forward collision avoidance9
- Back over prevention7
- Fuel/propulsion system6
- Lane departure5
- Visibility/wiper5
- Exterior lighting3
- Vehicle speed control2
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Electrical system
21 reports
“Infotainment head unit intermittently fails to properly boot, resulting in no audio for turn signal indicators, radio, park distance sensors, cross traffic alerts, and other safety features. This issue persists with Android Auto OS v5.1.7 which is an update AFTER the previous v5.0.5 credited for a recall on this issue. Dealer has reinstalled software and troubleshot with no success.”
Service brakes
9 reports2 crashes
“While stopped at a light behind several cars with my foot firmly on the brake, the car started to move forward and could not be stopped. My foot was on the brake the entire time. The car advanced into the rear end of a pickup truck stopped in front of me. It was as though the car was fighting me as the car could not be stopped. Beyond the damage done to my car and the truck in front of me, this could have resulted in the injury of a person should someone have attempted to walk in front of my car at that time. I requested that Volvo review the logs which they said they did, but would not release the data to me. As such, my insurance company faulted me for this incident. This has caused me considerable stress and money. Volvo Customer Care Opened case 06675566 at my request.”
Forward collision avoidance
9 reports1 crash
“all safety audio drops out - turning signal, rear camera sensors, all safety sensor audio completely shuts off. the only way I've been able to correct is by restarting the infotainment system, which sometimes has to be done multiple times. This is a huge safety concern for my family, as my wife often has to drive our child with no functioning car sensors. This audio drop-out happens at least once per week. sometimes more.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
2 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid
- Transmissions
- Automatic (S8)
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC60 B5 Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 26 | $3,000 | 342 |
| XC60 B5 AWD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 23 | 29 | 25 | $3,100 | 353 |
- 26mpg comb.
- 25mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5Volvo XC60 B5 SUV AWD
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 14.7%
Overall
5 / 5
Volvo XC60 B5 SUV FWD
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 15.5%
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2023 XC60 B5 questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Volvo XC60 B5 have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.
What are the most common 2023 Volvo XC60 B5 problems?
Owners filed 54 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (21), service brakes (9), forward collision avoidance (9). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2023 Volvo XC60 B5 get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Volvo XC60 B5 at 25–26 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).
How safe is the 2023 Volvo XC60 B5?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2023 Volvo XC60 B5 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026