Electrical System Related Problems of the 2012 Volvo XC60

Table 1 shows three common electrical system related problems of the 2012 Volvo XC60. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the alternator/generator/regulator (one problem).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Volvo XC60


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2012 Volvo XC60

The Electrical System problem

On October 12, 2022 while driving home from the schar cancer center in fairfax, my 2012 Volvo Xc60 experienced an end of life event. My check engine light came on when I entered my neighborhood. The car began sputtering and the gas pedal was delayed and at times, unresponsive.   Read details...

The Alternator/generator/regulator problem

Sudden failure of the power steering, amongst others, right in the middle of a crossroads. Very dangerous emergency stopping of the car, engine stopped, all alarms on, steering nearly impossible to use without power. Had to tow the vehicle to service center.   Read details...

The Software problem

2012 Volvo Xc60. Consumer writes in regards to software patch. The consumer stated the xm radio drained the vehicle's battery. The cosumer requested to have the softwared update performed for free. The dealer declined.   Read details...


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