NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd Safety Ratings
The 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd scores 87 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 67 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Volvo XC60 B6 AWD earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 87/100, placing it in the Strong band. Its clean recall record and near-perfect crash-test scores anchor that result, though a low avoidance-tech score keeps it from the top tier. Overall, it is a strong safety performer for this segment.
The 2022 Volvo XC60 B6 AWD received a 5-star overall crash-test rating from NHTSA and carries a NHTSA Safety Index of 87/100, derived exclusively from NHTSA crash-test, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 135 SUVs from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd ranks 59 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 87 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 14.7% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 67 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 59 of 135 SUVs tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd?
The 2022 Volvo XC60 B6 AWD presents an unusual profile in its safety assessment: outstanding crash protection and a flawless recall history, yet a surprisingly low score for crash avoidance technology. This specific variant registers no forward collision warning and no lane departure warning in NHTSA's data, which significantly impacts its overall Safety Index of 87 out of 100. That index score includes 66 out of 70 for crash protection and a strong 18.75 out of 20 for its defect record, reflecting zero recalls. However, its crash avoidance technology score is only 2 out of 10. Owner complaints filed with NHTSA echo this discrepancy. Of the 67 total complaints, 14 concern Forward Collision Avoidance and 6 relate to Lane Departure. These reports, while unverified consumer allegations, align directly with the systems noted as absent in the avoidance technology scoring. The vehicle earned a 4-star rollover rating, with a 15 percent risk, which is a common outcome for SUVs in its class and does not indicate an elevated risk. No prior-year Safety Index is available for comparison.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Volvo XC60 B6 AWD achieved a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA. Its performance in both frontal and side crash tests was exceptional, earning 5 out of 5 stars in each category. The vehicle's rollover rating stands at 4 out of 5 stars, reflecting a measured rollover risk of 15 percent, though the dynamic tip-test concluded with No Tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 17001
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd have any recalls?
The 2022 Volvo XC60 B6 AWD has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No park-outside advisory and no do-not-drive order have been issued for this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check at NHTSA's recall database, as campaigns can be added at any time after this analysis was compiled.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd?
Owners have filed 67 unverified allegations with NHTSA. The top reported components are the Electrical System (30 reports), Forward Collision Avoidance (14), and Unknown or Other (13). Back Over Prevention, Service Brakes, and Lane Departure each account for 6 to 7 additional unverified reports. Two alleged crashes and one alleged injury appear in the dataset.
67 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd?
No recall campaigns are on record for the XC. While this is a positive indicator for used-market shoppers, recalls can be issued at any point in a vehicle's service life. Prospective buyers should verify a specific vehicle's VIN through NHTSA's free recall lookup and confirm that any future remedy has been completed at a Volvo dealer.
- Zero NHTSA recall campaigns are on file for this specific model year, contributing an 18.75 out of 20 defect-record sub-score to the Safety Index.
- NHTSA's data lists no forward collision warning and no lane departure warning for this variant, which drives the avoidance-technology sub-score to just 2 out of 10 and is the primary reason the Index does not reach the Excellent band.
- Of the 67 unverified owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 14 target the Forward Collision Avoidance system and 6 target Lane Departure, making those the most complaint-dense areas relative to their component size.
- The rollover rating is 4 out of 5 stars with a 15 percent risk figure and a No Tip result on the dynamic test, a result that is common for mid-size SUVs and does not represent an outlier for this vehicle class.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd places
The 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd safety questions
Was the 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 14.7%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 67 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Tesla Model Y 5-Seat | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Qx55 | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2022 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2022 Buick Envision | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
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| 2022 Buick Enclave | 94/100 | 4 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 17001), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Volvo Xc60 B6 Awd 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 59 of 135 in the SUV class for 2022.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.