NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In Safety Ratings
The 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In scores 96 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar Engineered earns an exceptional Safety Index score of 96 out of 100. This model year registered no recalls, an uncommon achievement that reflects favorably on its defect record. Its strong NHTSA crash-test program results complete a compelling safety profile by every federal metric MotorCaliber tracks.
The 2025 Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-in Hybrid earned a 5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 96/100 based on federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 153 SUVs from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In ranks 12 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 96 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 13% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 12 of 153 SUVs tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In?
The 2025 model year of the Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-in Hybrid establishes its Safety Index at 96/100 with no prior-year figure on file for comparison, meaning this score stands as the baseline rather than a movement. What makes this year distinctive is the combination of a perfect defect record score of 20/20 and a perfect avoidance technology score of 10/10, with crash protection contributing 66 of a possible 70 points. The 4-star rollover rating is the only place where the vehicle falls short of a sweep, though the No Tip result on the dynamic test and a 13% rollover risk figure provide meaningful context. Forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control are all standard equipment, which is what drove the full 10-point avoidance tech score. The single NHTSA complaint on file, an unverified Electrical System allegation, does nothing to disturb the 20/20 defect record given the absence of any recall action. Taken together, the 2025 data portrait is one of a vehicle that entered the federal safety record with very little to flag.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar Engineered achieved an overall 5-star safety rating from NHTSA. Both frontal and side impact protection earned 5 out of 5 stars. The rollover assessment registered 4 out of 5 stars, with a 13% rollover risk and a "No Tip" dynamic test result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20199
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In have any recalls?
The 2025 Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-in Hybrid has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, and there are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as campaigns can be issued at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In?
NHTSA has received one owner complaint for this model year, an unverified allegation involving the Electrical System. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged in that report. One complaint across the entire model year represents an extremely low volume of reported concerns.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In?
No open recalls are on record with NHTSA for the Volvo XC. However, recall campaigns can be initiated at any point after a vehicle's introduction; it is prudent for prospective owners to run a VIN lookup and confirm the completion of any future remedy at a Volvo dealership before purchase.
- The 2025 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, earning a perfect 20/20 defect record score within the 96/100 Safety Index.
- NHTSA crash testing produced 5 stars overall, 5 stars frontal, and 5 stars side, with a 4-star rollover rating and a No Tip result on the dynamic test.
- All three crash-avoidance technologies tracked by MotorCaliber, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, are standard on this model year, yielding a full 10/10 avoidance tech score.
- Only one unverified owner complaint is on file with NHTSA for this model year, alleging an Electrical System concern with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In places
The 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In safety questions
Was the 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 96 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In 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 13%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In 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 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2025 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Rivals in SUV (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Tesla Model X | 96/100 | not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Acura ADX | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Buick Envision | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20199), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Plug-In 2025.
- 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 12 of 153 in the SUV class for 2025.
- 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.